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bullet.png Business Breakfast with Mary Considine, Chief Executive, Iarnród Éireann
 
bullet.png Employment Legislation Changes in 2026: What to Expect
 
bullet.png Inside Track - Public Affairs Update for SMEs
 
bullet.png Networking at Noon at Arthur's Bar, Clancy's
 
bullet.png Building Influence on LinkedIn: From Company Pages to Leadership Profiles - Webinar
 
bullet.png An Introduction to Power BI - Online
 
bullet.png National Tree Week 2026
 
bullet.png Public Consultations
 
bullet.png Sustainable Solutions Match
 
bullet.png SICILIAWINE 2026
 
bullet.png Member to Member Offers
 
bullet.png Member Job Opportunities
 
bullet.png Member Events
 
bullet.png Adare Trusted People Partners
 
bullet.png Member News
 
bullet.png Member Spotlight
 
 
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EVENTS
 
 
Business Breakfast with Mary Considine, Chief Executive, Iarnród Éireann
Tues 24th Feb | 7.30am-9am | The Kingsley
 

Mary Considine leads the management team at Iarnród Éireann, driving the organisation’s vision to be the backbone of Ireland’s sustainable transport network.

 

Don’t miss this opportunity to hear Irish Rail's strategic plans and investment priorities including key developments to support sustainable, reliable and connected rail services in Cork and across the region. 

 
More Details & Bookings
 
Employment Legislation Changes in 2026: What to Expect
Wed 25th Feb | 9.30am-10.15am | Online
 

This webinar will feature Katie Ridge, Head of Employer Relations, Adare who will examine major developments along with compliance requirements to monitor in 2026 including the progress of draft legislation to consider as part of your organisation’s preparations for the year ahead. 

 

Gain timely information that will help you make informed decisions and support the planning within your HR & people strategies.

 
Register FREE Here
 
Inside Track - Public Affairs Update for SMEs
Thurs 12th Mar | 11am-12pm | Cork Chamber
 

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.

 
Register FREE Here
 
Networking at Noon at Arthur's Bar, Clancy's
Wed 18th Mar | 12pm-1.30pm | Arthur's Bar, Clancy's
 

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! 

 
Register FREE Here
 
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TRAINING & DEVELOPMENT
 
 
Building Influence on LinkedIn: From Company Pages to Leadership Profiles - Webinar
Free for members
 

Tues 3rd March | 10:00am – 11:00am | Online

 

This workshop will show you how to strengthen both your company page and individual leadership profiles to build credibility, visibility, and influence. Led by an expert who has worked with leaders and teams across Ireland and the UK, the session provides practical, evidence-based insights into what actually works on LinkedIn. 

 
More details & booking
 
An Introduction to Power BI - Online
Member Price: €35
 

Tues 24 Feb | 9.30 am – 11am | Online

 

Using Power BI, a business analytics service developed by Microsoft, you will learn to connect to a wide variety of data sources, both on-premises and in the cloud, and then transform and model the data for analysis. You will learn key topics such as Data Connectivity, Data Transformation & Modelling, Data Visualisation, Dashboard & Report Creation, Natural Language Queries, and Power BI Services.

 
Find out more
 
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PUBLIC AFFAIRS
 
 
National Tree Week 2026
 

Cork County Council is offering native trees to schools, community groups and organisations to celebrate National Tree Week 2026, which takes place from 8th to 15th March. 

 

Trees will be available from Cork County Hall and a number of other locations around the county. The closing date for applications from interested organisations is 27th February. 

 
Find out more
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
Gas Networks Ireland Stakeholder Engagement Plan 2026 27th February
Green Growth Strategy

1st March 

EirGrid Innovation Report 2025

3rd March

 

 
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INTERNATIONAL
 
 
Sustainable Solutions Match
16 - 27 March
 

Are you a buyer? Would you like to explore new sustainable technologies and meet potential partners?

 

At SustainableSolutionsMatch 2026, you can join 22 focused pitching sessions and book free online 1:1 meetings with organisations that offer, or are searching for, sustainable solutions from around the world. 

 

Don't miss the opportunity to expand your network!

 
Register here
 
SICILIAWINE 2026
20 - 23 March l Palermo, Italy
 

The EEN team at Cork Chamber is co-organising this year's SICILIAWINE 2026. This event invites importers, distributors, HORECA buyers, specialty stores and e-commerce marketplaces to meet Sicilian and international producers of wine, olive oil and grains. 

 

International buyers can benefit from 100% free travel and accommodation. Don't miss the chance to connect globally!

 

For more information, contact our EEN advisor Monica Valdes, monica@corkchamber.ie.

 
Find out more
 
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MEMBER ACTIVITY
 
 
Member to Member Offers
 
  • Professional Diploma in Project Management at Griffith College - Cork Chamber members receive €50 off programme fees
  • Grow Remote - Training for Hybrid Managers - Fully Funded Programme
  • 10% Off Ballymaloe Grainstore – A Versatile Event Venue in East Cork
  • 10% Discount For All Chamber Members from One-Day Public Speaking Course
  • Exclusive 25% Discount on Individual Online Training Courses with EHS International
  • Complimentary 15-minute online meeting and 10% discount on pre-planning package for Cork Chamber members with RHEA Family Funeral Care
  • Bring Your Event to Life – 20% Off for Cork Chamber Members with Amphibian
 
All Member Offers
 
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Member Job Opportunities
 
  • Join The Everyman Board of Directors
  • SE Systems is currently hiring for a range of roles
 
View all jobs
 
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Member Events
 
  • Eddi Reader at The Everyman –  Thursday 19th February
  • Christine Bovill: Piaf Revisited at The Everyman – Sunday 22nd February
  • Grow Remote – 8-Week Training for Remote & Hybrid Managers – starting Tuesday 24th February
  • The Community Energy Grant Scheme Event with Energywise Ireland – Friday 27th February
  • Strengthen Your Business – Strive for inclusion Employer Information Event with Intreo – Friday 6th March
  • Ludgate Hub - International Women’s Day 2026 When We Give, We Gain – Friday 6th March
  • Learn how to stand up and successfully Speak In Public – All you need to know in one day with The Public Speaking Course – Saturday 7th March
 
All Member Events
 
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Adare Trusted People Partners
Pay Transparency Spotlight
 

The EU Pay Transparency Directive must be transposed into Irish law by June 7th. With preparation time running out, Organisations need to move quickly from awareness to action. While most attention to date has focused on gender pay gap reporting obligations, one particular provision is likely to have a more immediate and practical impact on Irish Organisations: the right of Employees to request pay information.

 

 
Further details can be found here
 
 
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Member News
 
  • Two thirds (67%) of Munster SMEs say Budget 2026 Fails to Tackle Rising Costs while Access to Finance and Cashflow Pressures are also Hindering Growth
  • Local Doctors and Specialists Come Together in Cork to Support Faster Orthopaedic Patient Care
  • The Crann Centre launches "Cupán for Crann" Coffee Morning Appeal
  • Guaranteed Irish Expands Board and Strengthens Appraisals Advisory Council
  • Springboard Communications expands Senior Team after Strong Year of Growth
  • Osborne Appoints Kevin Convey as Managing Director in Newly Created Role
 
View all news here
 
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Member Spotlight
Irish Examiner
 

 
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