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Business After Hours - FREE Networking Event
Cork Chamber's Annual Dublin Dinner
Cork Company of the Year Awards 2013
Policy Update
Team Training
International Update
Rebel Corporate - Offer
Claire McCarthy Solicitors - Offer
Fitzgerald's Vienna Woods Hotel - Christmas Offer
Fota Island Resort - Christmas Offers
Ballyvolane House - Lunch and Dinner Offers
The Malton - Christmas Party Nights
17% off Electric Ireland standard unit rates* for Chamber Members
Shelbourne Bar - Jazz Offer
ICS Skills - Course
Hayfield Manor
Best Dressed Window - Competition
it@cork - Event
Healthy Workplaces Campaign – Free Event
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VHI SwiftCare Clinic
Business After Hours - FREE Networking Event
Hosted by VHI SwiftCare Clinic

6.00pm - 8.00pm
Thursday 25th October
VHI SwiftCare Clinic 
 

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The Cork Chamber October Business After Hours Networking Event will take place on Thursday 25th October from 6pm – 8pm in the VHI SwiftCare Clinic in City Gate, Mahon and is a networking opportunity for Cork Chamber members.



The Vhi SwiftCare Clinic is Cork's first walk-in urgent care clinic and provides medical care for minor injuries and illness. The clinic aims to treat patients within an hour. Open to all members of the public, not just patients with private health insurance, the clinics are open 365 days a year.


Please BOOK EARLY for this event as places are limited. Early booking for Chamber events ensures you’re on the attendance list for all those viewing, you get a clearly marked name badge on the day and you also get to see who else is going to be there, which can greatly help with your networking.

 


 
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Cork Chamber's Annual Dublin Dinner
In Association with Ernst & Young


7.30pm - 11.00pm
Tuesday 20th November
Burlington Hotel, Dublin


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Cork Chamber’s 2012 Dublin Dinner will take place at 7.30pm on Tuesday 20th November in the Burlington Hotel, Dublin with special guest speaker Mr Simon Coveney TD, Minister for Agriculture, Food and the Marine. This event will promote the strong connections that exist between Cork and Dublin Businesses and enhance existing business relations between the two regions.



In addition at the event, Cork Chamber will honour the outstanding contribution to business by a Cork person and this year’s recipient of the award will be Mr Brian McCarthy, Founder & Executive Chairman of Fexco.


Cork Chamber’s Dublin Dinner 2012 will hold unique potential for Dublin-based companies to meet with their Cork peers as well as Cork companies doing business in Dublin. It also affords the opportunity for networking amongst Cork business people who are Dublin based. Cork Chamber is delighted to welcome Ernst & Young as the event sponsor this year. With cross office service teams from Cork and Dublin working with some of the country's largest indigenous and multinational businesses, Ernst & Young is leading the way in establishing the type of business connections this event is trying to promote.


Guests on the night will include key political and business leaders as well as national media to ensure Cork’s economic development is kept high on the national agenda.


This event was a huge success in 2011, so make sure to BOOK EARLY to avoid disappointment.


Cork Company of the Year Awards 2013
In Partnership with Vodafone




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Closing Date: Friday 2nd November 2012 at 1pm


Recognising outstanding performance and achievement by Cork Businesses

Synonymous with the highest level of performance and achievement in business, Cork Chamber in partnerhsip with Vodafone is now looking for Cork based companies that have demonstrated significant achievement and success in 2012.


The three award categories are:


Cork Large Company of the Year - (more than 100 employees)
Cork SME of the Year  - (less than 100 employees)
Emerging Cork Company of the Year  - (less than 5 years in business)



The overall winner will be selected from one of the three award categories above.


To apply or to nominate a company you think is deserving of an award

Go to: www.corkchamber.ie/corkcompany


Policy Update

Local Government Reform

The Chamber welcomes the recent Action Programme for Effective Local Government announced by Minister for the Environment and Local Government Phil Hogan, TD.  The proposals to reduce the number of local authorities will support greater cohesion, accountability and efficiencies. The Chamber supports a stronger role for local government in economic, social and community development. Further details can be found here.  

 

Board of Chambers Ireland AGM

Chamber’s Ireland recently held their AGM for the Board of Chambers Ireland.  Kevin Murray, Kevin J Murray & Co. was elected on behalf of Cork Chamber. The following people were also elected to the Board:

  • Clive Bellows, Country Head, Northern Trust
  • Mary-Rose Burke, Director of Pharmacy, Boots Ireland
  • John Carr, Managing Director, Irish Model Agency
  • Niall Feely, Managing Director, G4S Secure Solutions
  • Alan Price, Director, Peninsula Business Services (Ireland) Ltd.

 

While Dónall Curtin, Byrne Curtin Kelly, was elected as Chambers Ireland President and David Pierce of DPC Business Consultants Ltd was made an honorary member in recognition of his services to Chambers Ireland.   


 
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Team Training

Supervisory Management (FETAC Level 6)

The transition from an individual team member to a supervisory role is one of the most critical and difficult career moves. Most are promoted because they are good at doing their job, not because they are good at supervising others. Representing the largest pool of management in most companies, supervisors prove vital to an organisation’s success and investment in their development is crucial. Our accredited Supervisory Management (FETAC Level 6) programme, costing only €450:

  • enables you to understand the role and responsibilities of a supervisor
  • provides you with a range of supervisory and management skill
  • develops good interpersonal communication skills
  • demonstrates the confidence to deal with a variety of challenging situations
  • develops good work practices appropriate to your role as supervisor/line manager

 

MBTI® Team development Programme

This 2-day programme is designed to provide managers and other individuals who work in team environments with an advanced understanding of the behaviour elements that distinguish high performing teams. It is designed to introduce participants to the concept of individual behaviour preference and to enable them to harness this understanding in a fashion that leads to advanced engagement in collective work environments. Book now.


See our full range of courses on www.corkchamber.ie/training

Bookings can be completed through the website and enquiries should be directed to Norma@corkchamber.ie (Training Services Manager).


 
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International Update

Europe Working for Irish SMEs

The European Commission Representation in Ireland and the Department of Jobs, Enterprise and Innovation would like to invite you to a conference entitled “Europe Working for Irish SMEs”.  The conference will take place on Thursday 1st November from 9am-4pm in Croke Park.  Margaret E Ward will act as MC at this event and speakers will include Minister for Small Business and the Internal Market Mr John Perry TD and Minister for Jobs, Enterprise and Innovation Richard Bruton TD.   SMEs will be able to enter into workshop discussions during the afternoon, and meet with representatives from support organisations, including the Enterprise Europe Network.  For more information or to request an invitation please email:  rsvp@singlemarketconference.com.


 
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Rebel Corporate - Offer

                          

  Rebel Lasercombat



LASERCOMBAT.IE Super Sundays

 


All Laser Combat sessions at our 100 acre woodland site near Bandon on a Sunday is €20pp for adults and kids. Minimum group size is 10 persons.

More information can be found at  - www.lasercombat.ie / info@lasercombat.ie

Offer ends - end of November.


Claire McCarthy Solicitors - Offer

 

Protect your business, and your employees

Special offer for Chamber Members



Protect your business, and your employees
with a comprehensive AUDIT and REBOOT of your Grievance and Disciplinary, and Dignity in the Workplace policies (equality, bullying & harassment). Special offer for Chamber of Commerce Members: I pay the VAT on fee of only €500 for:   

- Auditing and updating (or providing!) all your workplace policies, tailored to your workplace in light of best practice recommendations of the Law Society of Ireland and the LRC;

Training of staff and management, so that each and every member of staff is thoroughly familiar with your workplace Policies;

Follow-up: three FREE consultations, should you need advice about your workplace relations;

Full satisfaction guarantee, & a FULL REFUND on request if you and your staff don’t feel thoroughly protected in your workplace when the process is complete.


Contact Claire McCarthy, Dipl. Employment Law, Solicitor & Mediator, via www.cmcsolicitor.ie


 
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Fitzgerald's Vienna Woods Hotel - Christmas Offer


Cork Chamber Offer*

Christmas Party Nights at Fitzgerald’s Vienna Woods Hotel


A festive night with good food and the best of Neil Diamond awaits you at Fitzgerald’s Vienna Woods Hotel Thursday 20 December, €49pp.


Cork Chamber of Commerce members will receive complimentary wine for the party table.


Our 5 course Christmas menu is a festive favourite. Complete with music and entertainment from one of Cork’s best Tribute Shows, followed by a roaring 70s Disco, this is a night not to be missed.



*This offer applies to businesses or individuals that hold Cork Chamber of Commerce membership only and is subject to availability.


 
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Fota Island Resort - Christmas Offers

Party in Style this Christmas

There are great discounts available for Chamber members

 

Fota Island Resort is relaxed, polished and comfortable, a five star resort that delivers exceptional value, and it is particularly gorgeous at Christmas time! A fabulous venue for your office or group Christmas party, Fota hosts private parties only – no open party nights – so your party is just for you, your friends and colleagues. Fota Island Resort offers a variety of luxurious venues to suit groups of all sizes, private parties start at €35 per person with delicious Christmas menus.

 

Fota is lovely in the winter, sophisticated and inviting, where the woods and greens outside are crisp and bright, and inside is polished wood, golden pools of lamplight, buttery leather and velvets creating a rich, sensory experience… happy Christmas!

 

For further details, availability and menus for the Christmas party options at Fota Island Resort please contact Helen on 021 488 3700 or at HMurphy@fotaisland.ie – but hurry, there are only a very limited number of dates left!


 
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Ballyvolane House - Lunch and Dinner Offers


Feast and Make Merry this December at Ballyvolane House

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Enjoy long lunches and festive dinners in the run up to Christmas with friends, family and work colleagues. Ballyvolane House is an ideal place to make merry and feast this coming December. Only 30 minutes by car from Cork city, Ballyvolane is nestled deep in the beautiful north Cork countryside and can accommodate gatherings of all sizes with small groups in the House and larger groups in our rustic barn. Don’t worry about driving home and stay the night. Special discounted room rates available. Transport to and from the house can be arranged as well.


December Lunches 
- minimun 15 people, maximum 120 people - three courses at €35 per person


December Dinners
- minimum 15 people, maximum 120 people - four courses at €55 per person


Dates Available:
December 8th / 14th & 15th & 21st


To Book:
Please phone 025 - 36349 or email info@ballyvolanehouse.ie


www.ballyvolanehouse.ie


 
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The Malton - Christmas Party Nights

 

Christmas Party Nights 2012 in Killarney

Party Package €55 per person

Friday, 7th , Saturday 8th & Friday 14th December

Exclusive Overnight Party Rates Available

Malton Christmas Oustide



  • Festive Mulled Wine Drinks Reception
  • Five Course Sumptuous Dinner Menu
  • Complimentary Drink of Choice
  • Live Band & Late Night DJ
  • Spot Prizes on the Night

Live Bands: 7th December – The Pearls, 8th December – Nightshift, 14th December - The Pearls.

To book your Christmas Party, call us on 064 – 6638000 or email sales@themalton.com



To download a copy of our Party Package please click here


The Malton, Town Centre, Killarney, Co.Kerry

www.themalton.com


 
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17% off Electric Ireland standard unit rates* for Chamber Members

 

Electric Ireland


Working together for better business



17% OFF

Electric Ireland Standard unit rates*

for all affiliated Chamber members 

Offer open until November 30th 2012
 
 

  • 17% discount for chamber members until November 2014
  • Exclusive to current and new members of affiliated chambers
  • For business customers only
  • *Exclusive to members supplied at general purpose or Duos Group 5 level

 

See  flyer for more details.

For more information call 1850 30 50 70 or email business@electricireland.ie

Please quote the code EICHM12 when contacting us.

 

Alternatively, contact your local chamber through www.chambers.ie


 
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Shelbourne Bar - Jazz Offer

The Shelbourne Bar kicks off its sixteenth jazz this year.

Shelbourne Bar 16-17 MaCurtain Street



Please join us with Harry Connolly and friends on stage at 6pm on Friday October 26th.

10% discount to all chamber members on our full bottles of wine and Prosecco. Offer available all day Friday October 26th 2012.

Follow us on Facebook and twitter for Jazz music updates.

Contact Philip Gillivan at philip@philipgillivan.com  for bookings.

 


ICS Skills - Course

 



Data Protection Practitioner Course



ICS Skills is delighted to inform you that it will present another of our successful Data Protection Practitioner Course in Cork (Wednesday 21st November – Friday 23rd November

 

Complete the Data Protection Practitioner programme and you will understand how to attain organisational compliance, - particularly relevant now since new DP Regulations will require certain organisations to appoint a dedicated DP Officer .                 

 

Course content is regularly updated to fully cover changes to Data Protection law. The course will benefit all those with responsibility for the processing, storage and management of personal information.

The course fee is €1,350 – it@cork members are eligible for a 20% discount. (€1,080)

Get full details of the upcoming courses and register here


If you have any queries, please phone 01 6854474, or email dp@ics.ie


 
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Hayfield Manor


The Ultimate Christmas at Hayfield Manor

 

This holiday season let our expert team whisk you away from all the preparations to our luxury sanctuary of festive cheer. Celebrate with three days and nights of festive luxury.


Let the festivities begin on Christmas Eve and continue to celebrate in style until you check out following Champagne breakfast on December 27th. Arrive as a guest and leave as a friend.



Our dedicated Christmas coordinators are on hand to help you with any questions or queries that you may have.


For more information:
Please call: +353 21 4845921 or Email enquiries@hayfieldmanor.ie


To download a copy of our Christmas brochure please click here.


 
Cork Jazz Festival
Best Dressed Window - Competition




Jazz it up for the Festival


The local Cork Jazz Festival Committee in association with Guinness are delighted to announce a “Best Jazz Window” Competition to be held in the Cork City Centre over the Festival Weekend and the week leading up to it (October 22nd to October 29th).

 

The Cork Jazz Festival is in its 35th year in Cork. This year, we hope to run a "best dressed window competition" for all the businesses in the city centre. It will open to shop windows of all shapes and sizes as we hope to have a prize for best window as well as best small window. We also hope to have a prize for best overall theme.

 

All judging takes place over the weekend so if you are interested in participating, please register your interest to corkjazz@corkcity.ie or contact Fiona Collins on 086-3862912.


 
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it@cork - Event

 





The Power of LinkedIn & IBM

Kindly Sponsored by IBM


 Thursday 1st November 2012 - 5:30pm

 Vertigo, County Hall, Cork (Free onsite parking available)

Fee: Members: Free / Non Members: €20

Registrations: here

 


LinkedIn Speaker Profile: Connie Gibney, International Human Resources Director, LinkedIn EMEA


Topic: LinkedIn

Connie Gibney is an experienced HR professional with over 15 years experience in Human Resources and Talent Acquisition. She specialises in high-growth companies with international reach and working with entrepreneurs. Connie is International HR Director at LinkedIn, the world’s largest professional network. This is a role that leverages HR as a key partner in the business, focusing on all aspects of Human Resource leadership and HR operational expansion in regions outside the US.


IBM Speaker Profile:
Michael Roche, IBM Software Group, IBM Collaboration Solutions Distinguished Engineer, Lotus Connections, Chief Architect Dublin Software Lab.


Healthy Workplaces Campaign – Free Event

 

 

Cork Seminar Friday 26th October

Gresham Metropole - Time: 8.30 – 11.15am

Admission - FREE




 

During European Week for Safety and Health at Work, the Health and Safety Authority in partnership with Retail Ireland are holding seminars in Dublin on 25th October and in Cork on 26th October. The theme, "Working together for risk prevention" will have a particular emphasis on the retail sector.


The seminars
will focus on encouraging managers, workers and other stakeholders to join forces to improve safety and health. Creating a healthy and safe workplace is not solely the responsibility of management. There is a big incentive for employees to improve occupational safety and health as they are often the ones who suffer most from any failing.

 

Who should attend? - Anyone working in retail who has responsibility for, or interest in, health and safety in their workplace.

 

How to register: Email your contact details and the number of places you require to Amy Holmes at amy@keating.ie or telephone (01) 609 9418.

Full information on these seminars available here


Seminar - Programme– Cork

8.30am: Registration and Tea/Coffee

9am: Key accident triggers in the retail environment

9.30am: HSA inspection policy and process

10am: BeSMART: The free online risk assessment tool

10.30am: Managing the health and safety of pregnant employees in the retail sector

11am: Q&A

11.15am: Finish