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Are you Cork’s next Digital Marketing Champion?!
The Cork Chamber Business School is delighted to announce that entries for the 2016 Cork Digital Marketing Awards ARE NOW OPEN!
With 16 different categories (including a surprise category!) Cork businesses have ample opportunity to showcase their digital successes and achievements.
You can enter online HERE by completing a very simple online application form. Entry is free and is open to all businesses in the region, nominations will close on the 2nd September next.
Follow @corkbizschool for updates!
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Housing Action Plan Implementation Critical for Continued Economic Growth
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Cork Chamber welcomed the publication of Government’s Action Plan for Housing setting out a strategy to increase the supply of social housing and affordable homes.
Titled ‘Rebuilding Ireland’ and totalling €5bn, the plan sets a roadmap to increase and expedite the delivery of social housing, boost private housing construction, improve the rental market, and increase the number of new homes to 25,000 every year by 2020. The plan also confirms that Government will publish a separate rental strategy by end-2016 as called for in Cork Chamber’s recently published housing report.
Reacting to the plan, Barrie O’Connell, President of Cork Chamber, said: “The scarcity of supply of affordable housing in proximity to our urban centres is arguably the single greatest threat to Ireland’s socio-economic development and the Number One issue for Cork employers looking to expand their presence in the region.”
“In our pre-election campaign and recently published housing report, Cork Chamber has called for a strategy to address our housing challenges to bring long term equilibrium to our housing sector and we are encouraged to see the prioritisation given by Minister Coveney and our new Government to developing this action plan.”
To read the Action Plan click here.
Read Full Press Release here.
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Future of Healthcare in Ireland Consultation
In preparing recommendations for a 10 year strategy for healthcare reform and health policy in Ireland, the Oireachtas Committee on the Future of Healthcare is currently seeking written evidence from representative bodies and interested individuals. In particular, the Committee is looking for recommendations on strategy, achievement of a universal single tier health service, integrated primary and community care, and possible funding models. Written submission should be sent by email by Friday 26th August. Further information can be found here.
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Winner!
The Q2 2016 Economic Trends Survey offered a prize of an overnight stay in the newly refurbished, luxurious, 4 star boutique Montenotte Hotel Cork. Cork Chamber is delighted to announce John Finn, Managing Director, Treasury Solutions Ltd, as the winner of this quarters prize and we are sure you will enjoy your stay in this uniquely located hotel overlooking Cork City. The Montenotte Hotel is host to The Cameo in-house cinema, Motion Leisure Centre and elegant bedrooms offering guests an ideal way to unwind and relax.
Cork Chamber would like to thank all those who participated in completing this quarter’s survey. Your time is very much appreciated.
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August BBQ at the Montenotte Hotel
Date: Thursday 18th August
Time: 5.30pm – 7.00pm
Venue: Montenotte Hotel, Cork
Cost: FREE for Cork Chamber members
To book: online
Cork Chamber is delighted to bring you the August BBQ in the newly renovated and refurbished Montenotte Hotel.
Celebrating a massive recent refurbishment, the Montenotte will welcome Cork Chamber members through the doors for a Summer BBQ, as the hotel celebrates its long heritage as a home to one of the famous Cork “Merchant Princes” now renovated with style and modern flair.
With panoramic views of the City from the terrace, you will be among the first to experience the new and unique Montenotte Hotel.
Places are limited for this event, so please BOOK EARLY to avoid disappointment.
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Annual Golf Classic in association with Vhi Healthcare
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Date: Thursday 8th September
Time: 7.30am – 2.30pm
Venue: Lee Valley Golf Club
Cost: €300 for a team of 4
Book HERE
**No afternoon slots available**
Cork Chamber is delighted to announce that the Golf Classic 2016 will take place on Thursday 8th September in Lee Valley Golf & Country Club in association with Vhi Healthcare. The Golf Classic is a fourball scramble and always offers plenty of challenges as well as some great prizes to be won on the day.
This competitive and fun annual event continues to offer fantastic value for money, with your entry fee including refreshments for you and your team on arrival, a full round of golf at the award winning Lee Valley Golf & Country Club, burgers at the 10th tee, as well as music, entertainment and a BBQ on the terrace later that evening. You will also receive a goody bag and a chance to win some top-notch prizes – always a great day out!
The timesheet for this event is filling up fast, so please BOOK NOW to reserve your slot.
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Networking Lunch on Board the Pont Aven
Date: Saturday 10th September
Time: 12pm – 3pm
Venue: Ringaskiddy Port
Cost: €60 members / €65 non members
Book HERE
This popular annual event is held in association with the France Ireland Chamber of Commerce and is a unique day out, giving Cork Chamber members an opportunity to see what the Pont Aven ferry has to offer as well as a chance to entertain clients and colleagues on board this fantastic Brittany Ferries link to France.
Your ticket price includes a pre-lunch “Apéritif” reception drinks reception in the bar and deck area of the ship, followed by a sumptuous luncheon cooked by the best of French chefs and served with a selection of French wines. Places are Networking Lunch on Board the Pont Aven
Places for this event are very limited, please BOOK EARLY to avoid disappointment!
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Are you missing out on the digital economy?
Did you know that Google will push down your website in search results if it's not mobile-enabled? That 50% of all searches are now done on a smartphone? It is estimated that Ireland’s digital economy will be worth over €20 billion by 2020. Are you ready? Our 1 day workshop is here to help!!
Mobile Marketing Workshop
27th July, €140 - Get the tools and techniques to adapt your website and change how you appear in search results.
- Gain insights into creating & marketing apps
- Learn how WhapsApp, Instagram & Snapchat can help your business!
- This full day workshop will show you the current mobile trends and practical changes you can do on the day for your company.
Last few spots left, BOOK NOW!
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Brexit Update
Enterprise Ireland has recently produced some guides which are aimed at Irish companies looking towards the UK. These include: Other Brexit-related articles of interest include: Please let us know if you have any content for the BREXIT UPDATE section that you feel would be valuable to fellow members. Contact Katherine or Eimear for more information.
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Meet in Italy for Life Sciences 2016, Rome (Italy), 26th-28th October
The third edition of Meet in Italy for Life Sciences (MIT4LS2016) is an international event designed to boost business, partnering and networking opportunities in the life sciences sector. It will particularly focus on the areas of pharmaceutical/nutraceutical; biology/biotechnology; medicine, human health and well-being; medical devices; IT applications for health; and related value-chain activities. MIT4LS and Startup Europe will present StartupOn, a dedicated boot-camp for start-ups in the Life Sciences sector; Enterprise Europe Network will deliver a brokerage event at MIT4LS; and Day 3 of the event will comprise of conferences and workshops; focusing on ‘Life Sciences and Wellbeing’ and related thematic workshops.
See ‘read more’ for further information or contact Eimear.
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The Global Investor Challenge
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The Global Startup Gathering 2016 (GSG) was launched at Cork Airport on July 12th, by Cork Innovates and their twelve partners.
At the launch, CorkBIC announced an exciting entrepreneurial competition, The Global Investor Challenge, an integral part of The GSG 2016 proceedings.
Its aim is to entice investor-ready startups to travel to Ireland, in order to compete and win the €50,000 prize fund for their business.
The competition will run throughout the Global Startup Gathering, and will also coincide with the Startup Nations Summit 2016, both taking place from in November in Cork. Speaking at the launch, Michael O’Connor of CorkBIC said “This is a huge opportunity for Ireland given that it is the first time the GEN Startup Nations Summit has come to Europe”.
Online applications are accepted from July 12th, with second-round regional finals to be held across Ireland, in the week leading up to the Startup Nations Summit. The grand final will be held during the Global Startup Gathering’s programme of events, at a gala dinner in Cork on November 19th.
Cork Innovates and CorkBIC are delighted to support the Global Investor Challenge initiative and look forward to welcoming global entrepreneurs and startups to Cork later this year.
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Friendly Business Awards – Nominate Before Friday!
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Due to popular demand JCI Ireland have extended the deadline for the Ireland Friendly Business Awards until Friday, 22nd July 2016.
This year, JCI Ireland is accepting nominations across six categories, which we believe form the fundamental elements of customer service and business friendliness:
- Community Impact - Does the business give something back to the local community?
- Customer Care - How helpful and courteous is the business when serving its customers?
- Digital Experience - How well does the business use digital avenues to help its customers?
- Disability Access – How does the business make itself accessible to all customers?
- Eco-Friendliness - How well does the business serve the environment and local economy?
- Shop Layout and Design - How clean, attractive and well-presented is the business?
The business that best excels across all six categories will be awarded the title of Ireland's Friendliest Business.
To nominate a business for the 2016 Friendly Business Awards, please complete the online nomination form.
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Latest Member News
- Launch of Cork Digital Marketing Awards 2016 - read more
- Experience the buzz of Newcastle, fly direct from Cork Airport - read more
- Cork Opera House & McCarthy Insurance - a partnership that will perform! - read more
- Compliance & Risks to Add 50 jobs Over Next Three Years - read more
- Increased Capital Investment Essential to Meet Demands of Growing Population - read more
- Excellence in CSR Practices Can Help Attract Foreign Direct Investment - read more
Submit your news to our website through our Member Information Cente (MIC).
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Latest Member Offers
- BIBO Ireland: €50 Members Discount on any BIBO Purchase - read more
- Conversation Piece (Cork) Ltd: Plantronics CS540 Cordless Headset with HL10 Handset Lifter @ €195 - read more
- CoachClinic: 2 hour Business Growth Strategy Session - read more
All current offers are listed on our website. You can share an offer for fellow Chamber Members through the Member Information Centre (MIC).
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Upcoming Member Events
Promote an upcoming event through our Interactive Member Information Centre, all upcoming member events are listed on our website.
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