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Policy
Have your say: Draft Cork County Development Plan 2015 – 2021 released for public consultation
Subsidised Training
It’s time for training! (And no, we don’t mean in the gym!)
Events
Marketing for the Future – Are you Ready?
International
Enterprise Europe Network at Cork Chamber
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Policy
Have your say: Draft Cork County Development Plan 2015 – 2021 released for public consultation
 

The draft County Development aims to provide a blue print for the proper planning and sustainable development of Cork County over a six year period to 2021 and is a very important document in establishing a sustainable platform for the recovery and the future growth of Cork County.  The consultation period provides an excellent opportunity for members to review the plan, assess how proposed recommendations will impact on their business and ultimately contribute the future development of the county by providing feedback and commentary on the draft contents.

 

Cork Chamber invites all members to submit any comments they have on the draft plan by emailing our Policy Research Projects Manager at Siobhan.bradley@corkchamber.ie before 31st January 2014.

 

For further information please visit: HERE 



Subsidised Training
It’s time for training! (And no, we don’t mean in the gym!)
 

It’s hard to escape all the gym and fitness class advertisements this time of year. January is all about motivating yourself, making a positive step and increasing your general wellbeing. With this in mind, perhaps it’s time to consider gaining a new qualification for yourself this year, learning a new skill and acquiring a new behaviour.



Train the Trainer (FETAC Level 6)
– A course designed for subject matter experts who want to take their training skills to the next level – learn how to train or transfer knowledge to other people – learn how to design, deliver, assess and evaluate training programmes and gain a FETAC qualification while you’re at it! Starting on the 22nd January next, places are limited so don’t delay, BOOK TODAY!


Train the Trainer (FETAC Level 6)  

Course Dates: 22nd, 29th January & 5th February

Member Rate: €450.00

This 3 day course, one of our more popular, is designed to equip learners with the knowledge and skills necessary to design, deliver, assess and evaluate training programmes. It is suitable for people who are working in the area of training and development or who will soon be assuming a training position within their organisation. Participants on this course will gain practical experience and recognised certification (FETAC Level 6) as trainers.

At the end of this programme successful participants will be able to:

 

  • Understand different learning styles;
  • Explain critical elements of a trainers' role;
  • Understand the functions and processes of learning and training;
  • Evaluate different approaches to training;
  • Appreciate the importance of training on an individual, social and economic level;
  • Work effectively with a range of learner groups;
  • Explain the training needs analysis process and set appropriate training objectives;
  • Apply the principles of training design in preparing lesson plans;
  • Deliver training effectively in one-to-one and group situations, and select appropriate techniques for assessing trainee progress;
  • Identify different levels of evaluation and evaluate the effectiveness of training programmes;
  • Develop and implement appropriate assessment methods.
  • This course is ideal for Managers and/or supervisors responsible for the training and development of staff, individuals wishing to gain a professional, accredited qualification in the area of training and those who may be seeking to change direction in their professional lives and explore employment opportunities in the area of training.

 

So if you wish to gain a professional, accredited qualification in the area of training, BOOK TODAY!

 

 

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Events
Marketing for the Future – Are you Ready?
 
Date: 21st January
Time:   6pm – 8pm
Venue: Clarion Hotel, Cork
Cost: €10 Cork Chamber/MII members / €25 non member
To Book: HERE


The core of every business, no matter what business you are in, is your customer and that’s what marketing is all about. Understanding their patterns of behaviour, how they consume and how they engage, and this environment is changing at an incredible pace, driven to a large extent by technology.  The vast majority of us now are multi-platform communicators in our everyday lives.

Cork Chamber and the Marketing Institute of Ireland Southern Region have joined forces to bring you a highly informative seminar entitled “Marketing for the Future – Are you Ready?”  which will take place on Tuesday 21st January at 6pm in the Clarion Hotel.  There will be diverse panel of speakers at this event who will share their insights into how they have changed their business model and their marketing strategies, how they are now engaging with their customers and the impact that this has had on their brand, and hence their business.  CLICK HERE for further details.



International
Enterprise Europe Network at Cork Chamber
 

The Enterprise Europe Network (EEN) helps small business to maximise their presence on the European marketplace. Working through a network of local business organisations across Europe and further afield, we can help you develop your business in new markets, source or license new technologies or access EU finance and EU funding.

 

For more information, please see: www.een-ireland.ie or contact Liz@corkchamber.ie


See the ‘read more’ section (below) for further information on the following:

  • First Calls: Horizon 2020
  • Business Partnership Opportunities

First Calls: Horizon 2020

The new EU framework programmes launched at the end of 2013 are now beginning to roll out with funding calls, events, etc. Due to the scale of these programmes, the EEN office at Cork Chamber will feature information highlights on these activities in Chamberlink publications and Cork Chamber eBulletins over the coming weeks/months. If you wish to receive dedicated EU News Bulletins from the EEN office please email liz@corkchamber.ie

 

First Calls: ERASMUS+

The new EU framework programme for education and training, youth issues and sport has launched its first set of calls for proposals for 2014-2020. ERASMUS+ is based on key objectives of increasing the quality and relevance of skills and supporting the modernisation of education, training and youth systems and qualifications with a view towards promoting innovation and entrepreneurship and improving individuals’ employability prospects. See here for more information.

 

First Calls: Creative Europe

The EU’s new financial instrument to support artists, cultural professionals and cultural organisations operating in fields such as the performing arts, fine arts, publishing, film, TV, music, video games, interdisciplinary arts and heritage is now underway. Creative Europe launched its first set of calls for proposals in December, with almost €170 million of the programme’s overall 2014-2020 budget of €1.46 billion being made available as funding this year. See here for more information.

 

Business Partnership Opportunities

A Danish company, specialising in the design, manufacture and application of optimal high-quality expansion joints for the energy sector; comprising of power plants, cement plants, chemical plants, steel plants, oil refineries, and gas turbine applications seeks new opportunities within the Irish market. For more information, contact Eimear@corkchamber.ie

A Scottish producer of cider seeks Irish distributors for its range of products. The company offers a range of traditional fruit ciders that are made from locally sourced and hand-pressed Scottish fruit. The company has introduced a whisky-flavoured cider that is matured in a whisky cask for a dry and subtle flavour. For more information, contact Eimear@corkchamber.ie and quote BOUK20131021001.

A Canadian company offering computer numerical control (CNC) and automation to manufacturing firms from the nuclear, energy, automotive, packaging, wood processing, pharmaceutical and food processing industries seeks manufacturing partners in Ireland. It has a proven ability to provide R&D, engineering, design, and manufacturing services as a turnkey package or develop a custom package of services to its customers’ needs. For more information, contact Eimear@corkchamber.ie and quote BOCA20131110001.

 

 


Promotion
Have you used the online Member Directory?
 
The online Member Directory allows you to search fellow Cork Chamber members by Company Name, by Classification and/or by Keyword, giving you every opportunity to find members to do business with.

Log into the members area today and maximise your business profile by uploading your  logo, website, twitter and LinkedIn address.


Member News
Latest news
  • Cork Chamber Welcomes Irish Open back to Cork - read more here

  • Port of Cork Trade Traffic Shows increase in 2013 - read more here.

  • Chris Mee Group take on new staff -read more here.

See the news section of our website here.



Members Offers
Castlemartyr Resort - Exclusive Cork Chamber Offer
 
Exclusive Cork Chamber Offer: 2 nights bed & breakfast and a complimentary two course evening meal in the Bell Tower restaurant on one evening of your choice. From €170 per room per night available mid-week Sunday – Thursday

Valentine’s Day Offer at The Cork International Airport Hotel
 

Spoil your Valentine this February. Enjoy a sumptuous three course evening meal in The strata restaurant with a complimentary glass of prosecco. Take advantage of an amazing One-night-stay in one of our deluxe bedrooms and enjoy breakfast the following morning at leisure.


Prices from €75 per person sharing


Dinner only option @ €30 per person. Quote “Chamber offer” to receive your discount.


Contact us on 021 4549800 Or email Katie here 

 



Member Events
British Irish Chamber of Commerce International Conference
 

Date: Dinner Wednesday 12th February, Conference Thursday 13th February
Time: Dinner 7pm- 10.30pm, Conference  9am- 5.30pm
Venue: Dinner City Hall Belfast, Conference Titanic
Cost: Member/ Non Member, Dinner and/or Conference, Euro/Sterling – see website
To book: on line here 

 

With almost 30 confirmed speakers, drawn from industry and politics throughout Britain and Ireland, and four breakouts covering Energy, SME, and International along with Culture, Arts, Sports and Tourism and a networking dinner, this event is the pre-eminent British Irish business event.  The substantial agenda will be coloured by the vigorous debate around the continued growth of our economies, the considerable opportunities for growth and the challenges surrounding access to investment.  The conference will also focus on the future of Britain in Europe and the flow of goods between the islands, currently worth around €1bn per week.



Travelfox Cruise Show
 
Date: Sunday 19th January
Time: 12pm to 6pm
Venue: Silversprings Moran Hotel, Cork
Cost: FREE entry plus refreshments on the day.

We are giving away a Cruise for 2 people, a €150 voucher for Island Cruises and more.  ALL WELCOME, Special Cruise Offers and Discounts also available on the day.


FREE INSURANCE for Cork Chamber Member

Andre Rieu in Prague

2 night Prague package from Cork 06 May 2014

Includes :

Coach Transfer from Cork to Dublin

Return Flights to Prague with Aer Lingus including taxes

1 x 10 kg carry on bag

Return Private Airport Transfers

2 nights in a 4* Hotel in Prague including breakfast

Seated Ticket to Andre Rieu Concert

1 and a half hour cruise on the Vlata River in Prague

€499 including taxes for 4* City Centre Hotel for 2 night package

€499 including taxes for 3* City hotel for 3 night package

 

Andre Rieu in Vienna

4 night Vienna package from Cork 26 May 2014

Includes :

Coach Transfer from Cork to Dublin

Return Flights to Vienna with Aer Lingus including taxes

1 x 10 kg carry on bag

Return Private Airport Transfers

4 nights in a 3* Hotel in Vienna including breakfast

Seated Ticket to Andre Rieu Concert

City Tour & Schobrunn

€699 including taxes for 3* City Centre Hotel for 4 night package

€759 including taxes for 4* Hotel for 3 night package

 

Andre Rieu in Budapest

4 night Budapest package from Cork 31 May 2014

Coach Transfer from Cork to Dublin

Return Flights to Budapest with Aer Lingus including taxes

1 x 10 kg carry on bag

Return Private Airport Transfers

4 nights in a 4* City Hotel in Budapest including breakfast

Seated Ticket to Andre Rieu Concert on 07 May (can be upgraded)

City Tour of Budapest

 

€599 including taxes for 4* City Centre Hotel for 4 night package