We are pleased to announce Musgrave as the sponsor of the new NextGen Leaders event series. This partnership reflects a shared commitment to developing high-potential talent and supporting the growth of future-focused leadership across our membership.
Commenting on the sponsorship, Alison O’Keeffe, Head of Commercial and Innovation in Product Brands, Musgrave, said, "On the occasion of Musgrave’s 150th anniversary celebration, Musgrave is delighted to sponsor this year's Cork Chamber NextGen Leaders programme. Having worked across the food and retail sector in Ireland and internationally, including in the UK and Australia, I’ve seen first-hand how important strong leadership, adaptability and fresh thinking are in a fast-moving industry. I would like to take the opportunity to wish all the attendees the best of success on this programme.”
The first NextGen event with nearly 70 in attendance was led by Tom O’Brien, Founder & CEO of Sprintmodo and focused on commercial leadership. Further events later this year will explore Emotional Intelligence in Leadership and The Neuroscience of Engagement, continuing to support the development of Cork’s next generation of leaders. This initiative is also supported by Cork Chamber Skillnet.
Join the Inside Track, a new series designed to bring SME members together to engage with the public affairs team and have their voices heard.
This session offers a unique opportunity to gain insider knowledge on the latest public affairs developments and government policy updates, from infrastructure and housing to economic growth, planning, sustainability and business supports.
Join us for an exciting Networking at Noon at the recently opened Arthur's Bar, Clancy's. Right in the heart of the city, making it easy to join us for a quick but valuable networking session.
Arthur's Bar is a celebration of one of Ireland’s most iconic drinks, brought to life through immersive storytelling, memorable pours and signature Cork charm. Take a break from your desk and brew up some connections!
This session will highlight the growing importance of communicating sustainability with clarity and credibility in an evolving regulatory landscape.
Speakers will include Dr. Jamal Miah, Principal Consultant ESG & Sustainability, DNV, Susie Horgan, Managing Director, Springboard Communications and VP of Cork Chamber, Laura Lahiff, Sustainability Lead, Munster Rugby and moderater, Dr Alicia Mateos-Cárdenas, REEValue & Sustainability Lead, Cork Chamber.
This CPD accredited session introduces Microsoft 365 Copilot in plain English, showing where it fits into everyday work, how to access it safely, and how to get reliable results using practical prompting techniques.
Tailored training designed specifically for your company’s needs. Up to 25% funding available, with programmes delivered in-person or online for maximum flexibility. If you’re interested in funded bespoke training for your organisation, explore our bespoke training options and get in touch to discuss your requirements.
REEValue case study Ballymaloe Foods: Born from Sustainable Values, Leading by Example
Through the REEValue EU Project, Ballymaloe Foods identifed practical opportunities to improve energy efficiency. A positive project success was helping the company maximise the benefits of Ireland’s Energy Efficiency Obligation Scheme (EEOS), a national programme that provides financial supports to businesses implementing energy-saving measures. Read more about Ballymaloe Foods’ sustainability journey and how they are improving energy efficiency in this new case study.
Cork Food Policy Council is hosting a final consultation event this week to inform the development of Cork city's new Sustainable & Healthy Food Policy, helping to prioritise key actions for implementation.
This event will bring together feedback gathered to date and ensure the process remains community-led, with a view to shaping economic policy, public health policy and urban planning policy into the future.
This is a free safety seminar for small business owners and managers. In this morning event, Health and Safety Authority inspectors will break down the everyday workplace hazards that most commonly lead to injuries.
If you have any feedback that can inform the Chamber's submissions to the following public consultations, please contact Aoife, amoriarty@corkchamber.ie:
As more Organisations reach out to seek guidance from our reward experts at Adare, we have been tracking the wide range of practical questions being raised by management teams about what these changes will mean in practice. Common queries include how ‘pay’ will be defined, how quickly Employers must respond to Employee requests for pay information, and how equal pay claims may evolve once the new rules take effect. In this article we address some of the most common queries from Organisations who are beginning to navigate their evolving pay transparency obligations.
