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bullet.png REEValue International Conference - Decarbonising European Value Chains
 
bullet.png Restructuring & Redundancy: Key Considerations & Risks
 
bullet.png Business Breakfast with Sandra Daly, CEO, Mater Private Hospital Cork
 
bullet.png Cork Chamber Dublin Dinner 2025
 
bullet.png Is Your Website Costing You Leads & Sales – And How To Fix It
 
bullet.png IMI Essential Skills of Management
 
bullet.png Meet the Buyer: Matchmaking Event
 
bullet.png Workplace Walking Day
 
bullet.png Public Consultations
 
bullet.png ChamberLink Advertising
 
bullet.png Member News
 
bullet.png New Members
 
bullet.png Member to Member Offers
 
bullet.png Job Opportunities
 
bullet.png Member Events
 
bullet.png Celebrate Your Team this Summer
 
bullet.png Cork Digital Marketing Awards 2025
 
bullet.png Adare Trusted People Partners
 
bullet.png Market Explorer Grant
 
bullet.png Cork Chamber Golf Classic 2025
 
 
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TOP STORY
 
Cork Digital Marketing Awards 2025
Semi-Finalists Out Now!
 

 

Semi-Finalists for the Cork Digital Marketing Awards have been announced! Share the news on your social channels with #DigitalCork25.

 

These awards are held in association with AB Sales, Clancy, Click, Cork Chamber Skillnet, Crowleys DFK, ePresence Digital Marketing, Munster Technological University, Spéire & TOTEM.

 

In partnership with Marketing Institute Ireland Cork and media partner Irish Examiner.

 
View Semi-Finalists HERE
 
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Cork Chamber Golf Classic 2025
 

 

Our Golf Classic in association with Lexus Cork took place yesterday with over 160 players taking part. With teams teeing off from 7am there was a fantastic atmosphere in Castlemartyr Resort and thanks to the support of Chamber members everyone headed out with packed goodie bags.

 

Congratulations to the winning team from Cork Airport who had an impressive score of 56.1. Each player on the team went home with a one night stay with breakfast & round of golf for two at Castlemartyr Resort & pair of FootJoy golf shoes.

 

The Hole-in-One Charity Challenge in association with O’Donovan Baker LLP Solicitors raised €1,700 which will be shared between CUH Charity and Mercy Hospital Foundation.

 
View photos from the day here
 
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EVENTS
 
 
REEValue International Conference - Decarbonising European Value Chains
Thurs 11th-12th Sept | 9am-4pm | Clayton Hotel Cork City
 

Join us in Cork for this international conference on decarbonising European value chains, a key event led by the European funded co-project REEValue, bringing together experts, businesses, and policymakers to explore innovative energy solutions and collaborations across value chains.

 

Topics will include European insights, best practice case studies, ESG & CSRD reporting, financing opportunities and technology & innovation.

 
More Details & Bookings
 
Restructuring & Redundancy: Key Considerations & Risks
Wed 17th Sept | 10am-11am | Online
 

Gain an in-depth look at the legal framework, compliance requirements and potential pitfalls associated with organisational restructuring and redundancy processes, ensuring you can navigate them confidently and effectively.

 

You will hear from Michelle McDonagh, Head of HR Consulting. Michelle seamlessly supports clients in the execution of strategic initiatives, employee relations, industrial relations and expansive human resources consulting projects.

 
Register FREE Here
 
Business Breakfast with Sandra Daly, CEO, Mater Private Hospital Cork
Wed 24th Sept | 7.30am-9am | Clayton Hotel Cork City
 

Join us to hear from Sandra Daly, CEO, Mater Private Hospital Cork as she shares valuable insights into healthcare leadership, business innovation and the evolving landscape of the private medical services in Cork and beyond.

 

Sandra will share her journey and how strategic thinking is shaping the future of healthcare as a core pillar of economic stability and thriving communities. 

 
More Details & Bookings
 
Cork Chamber Dublin Dinner 2025
Tues 25th Nov | 7pm-11pm | Clayton Hotel Burlington Road, Dublin
 

Join over 600 business leaders, influential policymakers and key stakeholders as we gather to celebrate the synergy and collaboration that fuels growth and innovation between Ireland's two largest cities, Dublin and Cork. 

 

The evening is a unique opportunity to establish new business connections, to strengthen existing relationships and to meet with peers from both city regions. This year’s guest of honour and keynote speech will be delivered by Taoiseach Micheál Martin TD.

 
More Details & Bookings
 
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TRAINING & DEVELOPMENT
 
 
Is Your Website Costing You Leads & Sales – And How To Fix It
Free for members
 

Thurs 4 Sept | 10am-11am | Online

 

Whether you already have a website, are considering a redesign, or don’t have one just yet, this workshop will give you all the practical insights you need into how websites (actually) generate the results that you are looking for.

 
More details & booking
 
IMI Essential Skills of Management
Member Price €1000
 

Wed 1 Oct | 9am-5pm | Online

 

This highly interactive six-day in person programme is designed to enhance your existing management skills. We will help you develop new competencies within a framework of identified essential skills.

 
More details & booking

 
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INTERNATIONAL SERVICES
 
 
Meet the Buyer: Matchmaking Event
October 13th to 17th
 

EEN at Cork Chamber is delighted to invite you to an online matchmaking event on the 13th - 17th of October 2025.

The Matchmaking Event involves pre-arranged bilateral meetings that offer EEN clients the opportunity to discover potential partners aligned with their interests. 

 

The event is open to companies, start-ups, entrepreneurs, and other organisations in the fields of Agrifood and AgriTech!

 
Register Here
 
Market Explorer Grant
 

Offered through the Local Enterprise Office, the grant is available to small enterprises (1-50 employees) in manufacturing or eligible internationally traded services.

 

The grant offers up to €10,000 (or 50% of eligible costs) to support market research, trade fair attendance, consultancy, and more for expanding into new geographic markets. 

 

Don't miss the opportunity to take your business to new markets

 
Learn More
 
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PUBLIC AFFAIRS
 
Workplace Walking Day
 

 

Workplace Walking Day takes place on Wednesday, 24 September, providing an opportunity for companies across the country to encourage employees to connect with each other whilst walking as part of their working day. 

 

Read more about how to get involved HERE.

Public Consultations
 

If you have any feedback that can inform the Chamber's submissions to the following public consultations, please contact Aoife, amoriarty@corkchamber.ie:

 

Consultation Closing Date

 

Electricity and Gas Networks Climate Change Adaptation Plan

 

5th September

 

Commission for Regulation of Utilities: Price Review 6

 

11th September

 

Review of the Occupations List for Employment Permits

 

19th September

 

 
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ChamberLink Advertising
 

Our upcoming edition of ChamberLink magazine will land on desks and screens in early October. 

 

Distributed to business leaders, entrepreneurs and decision makers, this quarterly edition will also be shared with our full 5k+ membership base across our many and varied online platforms and channels.

 

If you are mapping out your marketing plan and looking to promote your brand/offering in the weeks and months ahead, please contact annie@corkchamber.ie to discuss advertising options.

 
 
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MEMBER ACTIVITY
 
 
Member News
 
  • National Beauty Distribution Launches Ireland’s First AutoStore Warehouse for the Hair & Beauty Industry
  • Hand in Hand Children's Cancer Charity to host their first fundraising wellness brunch in Cork
  • NetApp Ireland invites women in business to shine bright at their exclusive IHQ Christmas Market
  • Leading Cardiologist Joins Expanding Cardiac Service at Mater Private Cork
 
View all news here
 
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Adare Trusted People Partners
Analytics That Act: How Irish Business Leaders Can Unlock ROI from People Data
 

In 2025, people analytics is no longer optional for Irish businesses. It’s the key to retaining talent, optimising workforce investments, and staying compliant in a rapidly evolving regulatory landscape. Business success will be driven by those who combine data-driven insights with responsible governance and manager-led action. Those who wait risk higher costs, lower retention, and reputational exposure in a market where talent and transparency have never mattered more. The message for HR and business leaders is clear, identifying the right analytics that act for your business will enable the right return on investment.

 
Find out more
 
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Member to Member Offers
 
  • Enjoy 20% off your first month of social media services with RD Social
  • 15% Off All PrintSpace Services
  • Quality Print - 5 Free branded umbrellas  
  • Exclusive Twilight Dining at Hayfield Manor - early evening dining experience offers two courses for €42.00 or three courses for €49.00
  • 10% Discount On All Our Health and Safety Training Programmes with Edwin O'Sullivan Training Solutions
  •  Enjoy a relaxing Full Body Aromatherapy Massage at Robin Hill House for just €80
  • 20% off our set lunch menu at Bakestone, city centre
  • 80% Funded programmes in MTU Business Academy
  • Free Customer Retention Health Check & Growth Audit with Loyalty
  • Get 25% off a comprehensive security assessment from Advice Bytes
  • Change and Project Management Toolkit for Cork Chamber Members (50% off) from Marbral Advisory
  • 10% Off Event Equipment Hire with Creative Technology Ireland
 
All member offers
 
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Job Opportunities
 
  • Dance Cork Firkin Crane is looking for an Administration and Box office Assistant - CE Scheme contract (ref #CES-2406537)
  • Operations and Admin Lead (part time) at Graffiti
  • Rainbow Club Cork Centre for Autism have a position available for Additional Needs Assistant
  • Dance Cork Firkin Crane is seeking a General Manager
  • SE Systems are currently seeking a Health & Safety Advisor 
 
Find out more
 
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Member Events
 
  • Why Magic at The Everyman – Thursday 28th August
  • Lavit Gallery - Summer Exhibition 18 July - 30 Aug
  • Griffith College Cork Open Evenings: Unlock Your Future - Tuesday 27th August and Wednesday 3rd September
  • Leading Remote & Hybrid Teams Training with Grow Remote - Tuesday 2nd of September 8 weeks
  • Bon Secours Hospital Cork Mindfulness Conference 2025 - Saturday 6 September
  • Business to Arts Awards – Monday 8 September
  • Dublin to Cork HOPE Run. 250km – Thursday 11th – Sunday 14th September
  • Dr Con Murphy Golf Classic – Supporting CUH Charity – Thursday 11th SeptemberT
  • Better Workday Momentum Series – Monday 15th September
  • Closing the Sale — B2B Workshop with Dr Maria Coakley at Ludgate Hub – Wednesday 24th September
  • Quintas Capital EIIS Investor Events – Thursday 25th September and Thursday 2nd October
 
All member events
 
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SPOTLIGHT
 
Celebrate Your Team this Summer
The River Lee Hotel
 

 

Celebrate your team this summer with a special barbeque at The River Lee. With riverside views, private terraces and a wonderful selection of mouth-watering food and drinks, your summer event will not be forgotten when hosted in our spectacular spaces.

 
Enquire Now
 
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