In the second Economic Trends survey of 2022, Cork Chamber asked members about their experience in the most recent business quarter, Q2 2022 (April, May, June), on the business outlook for the third quarter of 2022 and on their priorities for Budget 2023. This Economic Trends Survey captures a snapshot of business experiences and of the overall operating landscape, in a period which saw the continuation of the Russian war in Ukraine and challenges with the rising cost of energy and inflation.
A further loan scheme to help SMEs access low-cost finance has been announced. The state backed COVID-19 Loan Scheme offers SMEs loans of between €25,000 and €1,500,000.
Our popular Golf Classic returns this August in Cork Golf Club. This will be a 4-Person Team event and is always a fun, exciting day out - perfect for team-building, informal networking and corporate entertainment.
Scenically situated in Cork Harbour, the Club has hosted many major amateur and professional Championships over the years including the Irish Open. Built on free-draining limestone, the course presents a crisp heath-like playing surface similar to links.
Register your team now to secure your preferred tee time!
Join this virtual workshop tomorrow to learn how to maximise your membership through our many promotional channels, particularly focusing on the Member's Area.
In this session, we will 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, supports and promote your member to member offers, job vacancies and upcoming activities/initiatives.
By the end of this workshop, you will have more clarity in who you are, what you want, and where you’re going.
You will have the confidence to take new inspired action towards your vision for your future and become more resilient when it comes to life’s challenges.
Participants will acquire a range of supervisory and management skills, in addition to improving their interpersonal and communication skills. The programme combines proven leadership techniques with practical advice on how to maximise your team’s performance and engagement.
INTERA Technology Park Mostar, together with co-organisers and partners, and with the support of the Enterprise Europe Network (EEN), is providing a B2B matchmaking platform to find partners, clients or suppliers in Bosnia and Herzegovina (BiH). Sectors in this B2B matchmaking event range from ICT and Telecommunications, Construction Industry and Wine Making, Agriculture and Food.
After a quarter of great progress for Cork we are delighted to bring you this second edition of Chamberlink, featuring an interview with Cork Chamber President Ronan Murray, who was recently elected at our 203rd AGM. While we continue to face challenges, there are many positive developments to highlight and use as motivation to continue on our path towards creating a sustainable, inclusive and resilient business community. We are here to keep up to up to-date on news and events, to help you stay connected and informed, and to champion our thriving business community. Chamberlink main sponsor is Vodafone Business
Employers with 250+ employees are now required to report their gender pay gap data for the first time by December 2022. Reporting will extend to those with 150+ employees from 2024 and 50+ from 2025.
While legislation plays its part, a holistic approach must be taken to achieve a more meaningful gender balance. Adare Human Resource Management looks at what can be done to improve gender balance as well as the requirements under the current legislation.
Cork Chamber events offer a significant and exciting opportunity to communicate directly with Cork’s business community and to position your brand before our highly engaged audience.
We have a number of sponsorship openings over the coming months and would like to invite you to submit expressions of interest.
To discuss your marketing objectives in line with the range of opportunities available email annie@corkchamber.ie