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Advancing You
ICT Spring International Business Meetings
 

ICT Spring is back on track again with an in-person edition, designed to be the place where Digital, Tech and Science converge, gathering movers and shakers from many different industries at a local, regional and global scale.

 

The ICT Spring International Matchmaking Event is organised with the objective to help SMEs in the ICT community explore sustainable partnerships and will take place between June 30 &July 1, 2022.


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Keeping Cork Connected
 

Dear Chamber Member,

 

As we come to closing out Q1 of 2022, I would like to draw your attention to our Quarterly Economic Trends survey, which is open for your responses. This quarter, we have included questions around energy and your feedback will be very valuable as we increase our national and local lobbying activity on this and other issues affecting business in our region.Please share your views and experiences in our short survey here: https://bit.ly/36G7qEN  so that we can continue to represent your interests.

 

Today we have welcomed the announcement that a preferred mixed-modal transport solution has been selected for the highly anticipated N/M20 upgrade, signalling the advancement of the project to the next stage.

 

After over a decade highlighting the economic importance of this major project..


Dear Chamber Member,

 

As we come to closing out Q1 of 2022, I would like to draw your attention to our Quarterly Economic Trends survey, which is open for your responses. This quarter, we have included questions around energy and your feedback will be very valuable as we increase our national and local lobbying activity on this and other issues affecting business in our region.Please share your views and experiences in our short survey here: https://bit.ly/36G7qEN  so that we can continue to represent your interests.

 

Today we have welcomed the announcement that a preferred mixed-modal transport solution has been selected for the highly anticipated N/M20 upgrade, signalling the advancement of the project to the next stage.

 

After over a decade highlighting the economic importance of this major project linking two of Ireland’s most progressive city regions, it is positive to see this progress and it represents another step towards the delivery of this project. The preferred multi-modal transport solution will encompass 80km of high-quality grade separated dual carriageway, a safe and segregated 80km active cycle and walking corridor as part of the Cork to Limerick Greenway, and enhanced public transport corridors provided via rail and bus services with additional and more frequent services.

 

This mixed-modal solution is essential to de-congesting and transforming towns along the route that typically see heavy and dangerous traffic conditions. Upon completion of the project, we can expect to witness greater connectivity between Cork, Limerick and Galway, an indispensable element to improving the region’s economic attractiveness to investment. It is vital to the success of the project that strategically placed ‘Park and Ride’ services and mobility hubs remain high on the agenda as the project progresses.

 

While public consultations will be held over the next two years, we will continue to keep our members informed with planned online briefings already in the pipeline. In the meantime, we urge Government to continue to support sustainable infrastructure projects that focus on economic and environmental resilience and to deliver on support for CMATS/LSMATS which are a huge part of the overall picture.

 

In the meantime, we will look forward to the announcements of the Cork Company of the Year Finalists over the next four weeks. Thanks to our sponsor, Vodafone Ireland and media partner the Irish Examiner who will carry the announcement of the finalists of each category in their Wednesday business pages. The winners will then be celebrated at our 2022 Annual Dinner on May 5th. Thank you to those businesses who entered this year's awards, and the very best of luck to all.

 

Warm regards,

 

Conor Healy

CEO

 

 

Representing You
Economic Trends Survey
 

Cork Chamber's Quarterly Economic Trends Survey is now open for member responses. In this survey we ask questions on your experience of Q1 2022 and your thoughts on Q2 2022.

 

Thanks to your continued input, the Economic Trends, sponsored by Permanent TSB, continues to prove highly valuable in measuring business sentiment and the changing business environment. 


Russian War in Ukraine
 

As the Russian war in Ukraine continues, Cork Chamber thanks members for the multiple initiatives they have undertaken in solidarity. 

 

Cork Chamber flies the Ukrainian flag, and has written letters to Government, Ukrainian and Russian Ambassadors. Meeting with Ukrainian Ambassador Larysa Gerasko with our colleagues in Chambers Ireland we have agreed to ..


As the Russian war in Ukraine continues, Cork Chamber thanks members for the multiple initiatives they have undertaken in solidarity. 

 

Cork Chamber flies the Ukrainian flag, and has written letters to Government, Ukrainian and Russian Ambassadors. Meeting with Ukrainian Ambassador Larysa Gerasko with our colleagues in Chambers Ireland we have agreed to continue to promote and support the established agencies of UN High Commission for Refugees, UNICEF, the Irish Red Cross and the evolving initiatives of the International Chambers of Commerce.

 

We are contributing to a multi stakeholder Ukraine crisis group led by Cork City Council and will work through all appropriate identified actions to welcome Ukrainian refugees into our community. At present approximately 15,000 refugees have arrived in Ireland, with around 600 coming each day. The needs of Ukrainian refugees will evolve in line with both the number arriving and the duration of their time here. Working with the crisis group we will take appropriate actions to support their welcome at each phase of this exceptional time. This may of course require member support, so please keep an eye on the bulletin for updates.

 

UNICEF: https://www.unicef.ie/donate/ukraine/#1

The UN High Commission for Refugees: https://donate.unhcr.org/int/en/ukraine-emergency

The Red Cross: https://donate.redcross.ie/

Cork Transport & Mobility Forum - Annual Mix Your Mode Seminar
6 April, 2.00-5.00pm
 

This online event aims to share diverse perspectives on the health effects of transport choices and how planning and education policy can influence sustainable transport choices and travel for school. 


Connecting You
Maximise Your Membership
Wed 27th April | 10am | Online
 

Join this virtual workshop to learn how to maximise your membership through our many promotional channels, particularly focusing on the Member's Area. In this session, we outline practical tips on how to access the wider Chamber membership base, maximise your visibility and use the Member's Area to:

  • build your company profile through the Member Directory
  • share your member news, advice and supports
  • promote your member to member offers, job vacancies and upcoming activities/initiatives 

This virtual session is open to anyone within your organisation, to both new and long standing members who would like a refresher on how to best utilise the Chamber platforms to continue to promote your brand, stay connected and be informed.


Cork Company of the Year - Finalists
Emerging Category

Finalists in the Emerging Category of the Cork Chamber Cork Company of the Year Awards 2022 in association with Vodafone Ireland and media partner the Irish Examiner will be announced next Wednesday April 6th. Remaining category finalists (SME, Large & International) will be announced on the respective following Wednesdays through April, exclusively in the Irish Examiner. 

 

Winners will then be announced and celebrated at the 2022 Cork Chamber Annual Dinner on May 5th. Please add your name to the waiting list if you wish to access any further available tickets <HERE>.


Informing You
The Supply Chain Resilience platform
 

Europe is facing a number of economic, environmental and social challenges, most notably the crisis in Ukraine, with business severely affected by supply chain disruptions.

 

To address these pressing issues Enterprise Europe Network in collaboration with the European Cluster Collaboration Platform, with the support of the European Commission and EISMEA have established a Supply Chain Resilience platform to help companies restructure or replace existing supply Chains


Upskilling You
Project Management Essentials 
Member Price €330
 

Mon 23 May | 9am-12.45pm | 4 mornings

 

Enter the world of project management by acquiring the core skills of the role. Become confident in managing a complex project by learning how to integrate its conflicting facets into a manageable entity. It is especially suitable for people new to Project Management or project Team Members who need to interact more efficiently with the Project Manager and Project Stakeholders.


Designing and Executing an Effective Onboarding Plan for New Hires
Member Price Free
 

Tues 12 April | 930am-11am

 

This 90-minute webinar will guide you through best practices in developing a clean, clear, and structured onboarding plan for your new hire and equip them with the tools and information needed to become a productive member of the team.