Promoting You
Member News
 

Workplace Innovation Europe are delighted to announce the opening of their new Irish operation.

Matheson launch Employment Law Masterclass Series for the Munster Region.

Carmel O’Keeffe founder of ''Dress for Success'' has been named Cork Person of the Month for May.

Enterprise Ireland launches €750k Competitive Start Fund for women entrepreneurs.

 

 
Upskilling You
Adobe InDesign
 

2 Days 3rd & 4th July | 9.30am - 5pm | The Kingsley Hotel

 

Learn how to use Adobe InDesign to design magazines, brochures, and more. Go from beginner to advanced in this editorial design course where you will be able to create innovative, dazzling designs that will grab prospective client’s attention and keep it.

You will learn to design and create professional documents from scratch, work with text and images and create artwork for posters, flyers and ads.
Finance for Non-Finance Managers
 

Weds 24th July | 9.30am - 4.30pm | The Kingsley Hotel

 

Most managerial positions have financial aspects to the role. This course will cover Business and Finance (the concept of risk and reward), Understanding Financial Statements, Financial Management, Financial Planning and many more facets that are needed to be a successful manager. You will also learn the A-Z of Financial statements including interpreting them, Fundamental accounting concepts and the Annual Report.
Enhancing Your Environment
Cork Customer Service Training
Twenty businesses complete training as part of Cork City Customer Service Charter
 

Following on from the launch of the Cork City Customer Service Charter in February, a second group of 20 businesses completed the training programme in a bid to see Cork become a city of excellent customer service.

 

The Customer Service Charter is the first of its kind in Europe and was developed by Cork City Centre Forum.

Cork City Businesses complete Customer Service Training

Twenty businesses complete training as part of Cork City Customer Service Charter

Following on from the launch of the Cork City Customer Service Charter in February, a second group of twenty businesses completed the training programme in a bid to see Cork become a city of excellent customer service.

The Customer Service Charter, which is the first of its kind in Europe, was developed by Cork City Centre Forum – a collaboration between various business and public sector groups in the city – with the aim of establishing Cork as a city of superior customer service and assisting the city’s journey in becoming one of the friendliest, most liveable and sustainable cities globally.

The training programme, run by the Local Enterprise Office (LEO) Cork City, took place over the last two months, culminating in a presentation of certificates to participating businesses by Deputy Lord Mayor Cllr Mary Rose Desmond.

The programme comprised a Briefing Session for owners/managers with leading retail consultant James Burke of James Burke & Associates, and a Train the Trainer Workshop for key senior staff who then delivered the training to other staff/teams in the business.  Participants were also taken on an ‘Inspire’ tour of The Crawford Art Gallery. Following on from the workshop there were a number of mystery shopper visits to assist in assessing the impact of the workshop and training. Each business was then provided with its own feedback as a guide to identify best practice and areas for improvement.
Cork's First Cycle Map
 

Have you seen Cork’s first cycle map?

 

The map shows the best routes to popular destinations around the city. These include University College Cork, Cork Institute of Technology Kent Station, Bus Station, Fitzgerald’s Park, and further afield to Mahon Point, Douglas, Bishopstown and Blackpool.

 

Routes are colour coded by road type, whether segregated, one way, shared with cars and buses, on a quiet road or a greenway.

 
Bike Week
 

Did you know?...Cork Sports Partnership offer funding to Clubs, Groups, Communities and Schools to organise FREE Bike Week events.

 

This is an ideal opportunity to promote cycling and enjoy activity with peers, friends or family. Why not pop a note in your diary to book an event for next years Bike Week? This year, the Chamber team chose to undertake a cycle safety workshop with Wild Atlantic Sports. Here we are practicing their top tips for safe and happy cycling in the city. Steady as she goes! 

 

For more on this and other activities:
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New Appointment
 

National Business Machines convert new Senior Account Manager Denis Fogarty.
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Upcoming Member Events
 

Connecting You
“When Does Failure Fuel Success and Innovation?”
 

Weds 10th July | 7.30am – 9.00am | The Kingsley Hotel

 

In this Breakfast Briefing, Open University Associate Lecturer, Laurence Knell, will take a practical look at the critical importance of failure for both success and innovation. Hosted in association with Cork Chamber Skillnet.
Connecting You
Clock Out & Connect with Yoga in the Park
 

Thurs 27th June | 5.00pm – 7.00pm | Fitzgerald Park

 

Cork Chamber is delighted to be teaming up with Himalaya Yoga Valley for our next Clock Out & Connect Experience, bringing a special Yoga in the Park event to Cork Chamber members!

Switch your work clothes for some leisurely attire and join fellow Chamber Members for an evening of networking with a twist – all you need is a yoga mat, towel and plenty of business cards!  The class will be 40 minutes and suitable for all levels, leaving you feeling relaxed, energised and uplifted – the perfect combination for some post-yoga networking!
Advancing You
New Jersey Delegation
 

Cork Chamber is hosting a delegation from New Jersey in early July.

 

The delegation is led by Jose Lozano, President & CEO of Choose NJ and Tim Sullivan, President & CEO of the New Jersey Economic Development Authority and includes a group of Choose New Jersey’s board members and other prominent members of New Jersey’s business community.

Cork Chamber is hosting a delegation from New Jersey in early July. The delegation is led by Jose Lozano, President & CEO of Choose NJ and Tim Sullivan, President & CEO of the New Jersey Economic Development Authority and includes a group of Choose New Jersey’s board members and other prominent members of New Jersey’s business community.

The main objectives of the trip are to build international relationships between New Jersey and Ireland, develop strategic partnerships and collaborations with key members of Ireland’s business and academic communities.  Furthermore, the group hopes to build awareness of New Jersey’s innovative ecosystem and the State as a location for companies looking to expand into the US, in particular for companies in the tech and life sciences industries.    

 

If you would be interested in meeting the New Jersey delegation please email Katherine Fitzpatrick for further information.
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Sponsorship Opportunities
 

Cork Chamber has a number of unique sponsorship opportunities available in our busy events calendar over the coming months.

 

Sponsorship through our brand offers you an ideal medium to communicate a business-focused message and position yourself as a market leader.

To discuss further and scope out the potential fit and suitability for your organisation in line with your budget, please contact Annie FitzGibbon on 021 4530145.