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bullet.png Cork Chamber Golf Classic
 
bullet.png Cork Digital Marketing Awards 2025
 
bullet.png Bridging Generations: Rethinking Talent Through Evidence - Webinar
 
bullet.png IMI Essential Skills of Management
 
bullet.png Building Habits of Critical Reflection and Self-Awareness - Webinar
 
bullet.png M20 Cork to Limerick Project
 
bullet.png Public Consultations
 
bullet.png From Cork to the Netherlands: BladeBridge’s EEN Journey
 
bullet.png Asia Matters Agrifood Summit Cork
 
bullet.png EU Business Hub @ Smart Energy Week Autumn 2025
 
bullet.png Survey: Help Shape Sustainability Support for Cork SMEs
 
bullet.png Member to Member Offers
 
bullet.png Member News
 
bullet.png New Members
 
bullet.png Job Opportunities
 
bullet.png Member Events
 
bullet.png PTSB
 
bullet.png Industry Insights: Pension Auto-Enrolment Uncovered
 
 
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EVENTS
 
 
Cork Digital Marketing Awards 2025
Open for entries
 

Cork Chamber wants to celebrate the digital skills helping businesses grow and stand out. These awards recognise the talent, innovation and strategy shaping Cork’s digital marketing scene. Don’t miss your chance to showcase your work and get recognised for your creativity and impact.

 

Deadline for entries is Wednesday 9th July at 4pm!

 

In association with: AB Sales, Clancy, Click, Cork Chamber Skillnet, Crowleys DFK, ePresence Digital Marketing, Munster Technological University, Spéire

 

In Partnership with: Marketing Institute Ireland, Cork

 

Media Partner: Irish Examiner

 
View categories & enter here
 
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Cork Chamber Golf Classic
Tues 26th Aug | 7am-2pm | Castlemartyr Resort
 

Cork Chamber’s Golf Classic returns this August at the picturesque Castlemartyr Resort. This renowned championship course offers the perfect setting for a day of golf, networking and friendly competition.

 

The 4-person team scramble includes goodie bags for all players, fantastic prizes and a Hole in One Charity Challenge with a chance to win a $33,000 Bucket List Golf Trip to Pebble Beach, California, thanks to O'Donovan Baker LLP Solicitors. 

 
More details & bookings
 
Industry Insights: Pension Auto-Enrolment Uncovered
Tues 16th Sept | 12pm-1pm | Cork Chamber
 

This session will focus on the implementation of the pension Auto-Enrolment system, under the name My Future Fund and how it will become a reality for employers later this year.

 

You will hear from John Kearney, Director, Provest Pension Consultants, who has over 25 years' experience in the pensions and employee benefits industry. Hear expert guidance and gain clarity on the steps your business should be taking now to prepare.  

 
Register FREE Here
 
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INTERNATIONAL SERVICES
 
From Cork to the Netherlands: BladeBridge’s EEN Journey
 

Enterprise Europe Network Cork - Blade Bridge

 

Through the support of the Enterprise Europe Network at Cork Chamber, BladeBridge, a Cork-based cleantech start‑up specializing in transforming decommissioned wind turbine blades into sustainable infrastructure, took part in a B2B matchmaking event with over 10 Dutch companies and stakeholders.

 

The result? An international order to design a custom podium made from recycled wind turbines.This opportunity kickstarted cross-border partnerships that wouldn’t have been possible otherwise.

 

Interested in growing your business internationally? Contact Monica Valdes at monica@corkchamber.ie.

 
Asia Matters Agrifood Summit Cork
June 20th, 2025
 

Join the 12th Asia Matters Business Summit Cork on 20 June, where leaders from business, government and academia will explore the Future of Food and its global implications. The agenda features high-level panels on agrifood innovation, sustainability, and trade opportunities with Asia.

 
Register here
 
EU Business Hub @ Smart Energy Week Autumn 2025
Deadline: June 18th
 

EU SMEs and start-ups in the renewable energy sector, do not miss this chance and apply to the EU Business Hub @ Smart Energy Week Spring 2025 business mission before 18 June! 

 

The EU Business Hub programme will select and support up to 50 European SMEs and start-ups in the renewable energy sector to exhibit at Smart Energy Week Autumn 2025 in Tokyo, from September 15th to 19th 2025.

 
Apply here
 
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TRAINING & DEVELOPMENT
 
 
Bridging Generations: Rethinking Talent Through Evidence - Webinar
Free for members
 

Thurs 19th June | 10am-11am | Online

 

This evidence-based webinar challenges common generational stereotypes in the workplace. Despite popular narratives about millennials, Gen Z or Boomers having distinct work values, the science tells a different story.

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

Wed 1st Oct | 9am-5pm | Online

 

This highly interactive six-day online 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
 
Building Habits of Critical Reflection and Self-Awareness - Webinar
Free for members
 

Thurs 26 June | 10am to 11.30am | Online

 

In this 90-minute webinar, you’ll explore a range of practical Critical Reflection tools, identify existing spaces in your week where reflection may naturally fit, and consider how AI (including ChatGPT) can act as a reflection partner.

 
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SUSTAINABILITY
 
 
Survey: Help Shape Sustainability Support for Cork SMEs
 

Are you an SME? Have your say on sustainability integration in Cork SMEs in a short survey.

 

This is part of a UCC master's research project in collaboration with Cork Chamber, focused on sustainability approaches, barriers, enablers, voluntary reporting and support needs. Your responses will help to inform the development of resources to support businesses in their sustainability journeys. Participation is voluntary and responses will be anonymous. 

 

Contact Adriana Rivera to participate. 

 
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PUBLIC AFFAIRS
 
M20 Cork to Limerick Project
Public engagement underway as part of design phase
 

The M20 Cork to Limerick Motorway project has progressed to the design phase and the project team is now consulting with the public and key stakeholders on the proposal. The proposed design includes 80km of motorway, active travel infrastructure and seven transport hubs. 

 

A public webinar will be held on 24th June at 7pm for businesses, communities and other stakeholders. 

 
More info
 
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

 

South West EV Strategy Public Consultation

 

30th June

 

Successor to the 'Roadmap for Social Inclusion 2020-2025'

 

30th June

 

National Policy Statement and Roadmap on Circular Textiles

 

7th July

 

 
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MEMBER ACTIVITY
 
 
Member to Member Offers
 
  • Get 25% off a comprehensive security assessment from Advice Bytes
  • St. Patrick’s Distillery Tasting Experience - Buy 2 tasting flights and get 1 free when you book as part of the Cork Chamber Member Network
  • Change and Project Management Toolkit for Cork Chamber Members (50% off) from Marbral Advisory
  • 10% Off Event Equipment Hire with Creative Technology Ireland
  • 40% off The Future of Leadership - Leading without a title one day workshop with JVM Consultancy
  • Exclusive Offer for Cork Chamber Members – 10% Off Meetings & Events at Cork International Hotel
  • A unique one-day course on speaking in public to an audience of any size.10% discount for Cork Chambers
  • 10% off first order for Cork Chamber Members from Southern Tapes & Packaging
  • Exclusive Cork Chamber Member Offer – Waiver of €50 Application Fee for the UCC CUBS MBA
  • Cork Chamber members save €10 on Studyclix plans & add-ons
  • Employflex are offering an exclusive 10% Discount for Cork Chamber Members
 
All member offers
 
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Member News
 
  • Holly Arboriculture Shortlisted for Newstalk Changemaker Business Awards 2025
  • Kathy O’Dwyer Recognised Among Top 5 Women in Business by All-Ireland Business Foundation
  • Climeaction launch Climate Action for All art competition, a celebration of creativity, community and climate action with the chance to win €1,000
 
View all news here
 
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Job Opportunities
 
  • Helium Arts is seeking a new member of the board of directors with a focus on finance expertise to fulfil the office of Treasurer
  • Occupational Therapist (Adult Service) required at The Crann Centre
  • Fastrack into Information Technology - Computer Networking Apprenticeship - commencing November 2025
  • SE Systems are currently seeking a Health & Safety Advisor 
  • Senior Occupational Therapist (Paediatrics) required at The Crann Centre
 
Find out more
 
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Member Events
 
  • IMI AI for HR – Thursday 19th June
  • NOËL O’Callaghan – Reasons to be Cheerful at Lavit Gallery – Thursday 19th June – Saturday 12th July
  • Glassworks - Crash Ensemble: Cork Midsummer Festival at Triskel – Sunday 22nd June
  • Identifying Your HR and Health & Safety Needs: A Workshop for Business Owners at Ludgate Hub – Tuesday 24th June
  • The Beacon by Nancy Harris at The Everyman – Friday 4th July
  • Tech Alliance Industry - TechBrew – Angels and Mentors Supporting Tech Leaders – Thursday 26th June
  • Make Your Mark On Cancer Charity Walk – Sunday 13th July
  • What Wants to Emerge? A Quiet Leadership Gathering on Athrú Spike Island with Solution Coach – Thursday 24th – Friday 25th July
 
All member events
 
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MEMBER SPOTLIGHT
 
 
PTSB
 

At PTSB, our ambition is to be Ireland’s best personal and business bank through exceptional customer experiences. Our team support businesses in communities across Ireland. Whether you are a business owner or working in the agricultural community, our dedicated team of Business Managers will take the time to understand your business, so we can respond quickly with tailored solutions. Our team are available to meet in one of our 98 branches or at a time and place that suits you.

 

Permanent TSB plc trading as PTSB and PTSB Asset Finance is regulated by the Central Bank of Ireland.

 
Find out more
 
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