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'Cork Company of the Year' Awards 2015 It Could be You!
Appy or Nominate a business HERE
Cork Chamber in partnership with Vodafone Ireland, are searching for the 'Cork Company of the Year' 2015. The awards are open to all businesses, across varying sectors and sizes.
The four 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 3 years in business)
- Special Award Category: Cork Retailer of the Year 2015
We encourage all businesses to use this opportunity to reflect on their success over the past year and/or nominate companies that you believe have got the WOW factor.
Closing date: Monday, 27th October at 5pm for nominations .
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Enterprise Europe Network At Cork Chamber
Exporting from the EU – what you need to know The European Union’s (EU) Market Access Database contains information for companies exporting from the EU about import conditions in third country markets. See ‘read more’ for further details. Expressions of Interest now being accepted for an International Workshop Expressions of interest are now being accepted from SMEs for a workshop entitled ‘A targeted approach to international growth’. The workshop, which takes place on November 26th, is aimed at SMEs who are looking to internationalise. See ‘read more’ for further details. Expressions of Interest are now being accepted for a UK-focused Public Procurement Seminar Expressions of interested are now being accepted from SMEs for a workshop focussing on procurement opportunities in the UK. It is expected that this event will take place before Christmas. See ‘read more’for further details.
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Countdown to Budget 2015
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The final set of exchequer returns before the announcement of Budget 2015 revealed that total tax revenue collected to the end-September increased by 7.4% or €2bn compared to the same period last year and is 2.5% ahead of target. With less than a week to go before the budget is announced on the 14th of October, Cork Chamber is reiterating its call to the government that good fiscal discipline must be maintained when considering the measures contained in this upcoming release.
Cork Chamber’s pre-budget submission document submitted in August covers a number of areas with a primary focus on innovative solutions which the Chamber believes will aid continued economic growth and job creation whilst fostering a positive environment for start-up enterprises and increasing consumer confidence. The submission identified a number of taxation, SME support and health insurance policy initiatives that we feel will help put more money in the pockets of consumers to spend in the economy whilst encouraging economic growth and job creation.
To view Cork Chambers Pre-Budget Submission please click here
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Discover how India may have the business opportunity for you!
Date: 13th October
Time: 12:30pm – 14:30pm
Venue: Kingsley Hotel
To book: here or contact Katherine for further information. Enterprise Europe Network, in conjunction with the European Business and Technology Centre, Ireland India Business Association and EnergyCork are hosting a ‘Discover Energy and Cleantech Business Opportunities in India’.
At the event, Energy sector specialist Mr. Vittal Kumar Dhage will address Cork companies at an information seminar about business opportunities in India in sectors such as biotechnology, energy, environment and transport, which offer huge scope for synergy and collaboration.
To bring a local business perspective to the seminar, Don Buckley, Senior Project/ Operational Manager with PM Group will outline the PM Group story in India. Don was the Operations Manager in PM Group’s India office during the start-up phase.
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Cork Chamber Business Breakfast with David Duffy, CEO of AIB Bank
Date: Tuesday 21st October
Time: 7.30am – 9.00am
Venue: Clarion Hotel
Cost: €25 members / €35 non members
To book: here
Prior to joining AIB, David established Celtic Advisory International in Singapore to provide capital raising and development advisory services to corporates and companies seeking to raise equity.
David has held various positions at ING Group including the position of Head of Global Wholesale Banking Network based in Amsterdam. This included the management of a team of CEOs covering all of the Bank’s regions globally.
This event will be a sell-out, so please BOOK NOW to avoid disappointment.
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Cork Chamber’s Speed Networking Event
Date: Thursday 23rd October
Time: 5.30pm – 7.00pm
Venue: The River Lee Hotel
Cost: FREE for Cork Chamber members
To book: here
Cork Chamber and Arachas Corporate Brokers will work in partnership in October to bring you a highly energized event, where you will make over 10 business contacts in a fast-paced environment.
‘Speed networking’ is a more structured form of networking where you have 1 ½ minutes each side to pitch your business and make connections for both buying and selling. This is a practical event for SME’s, giving you a chance to speed network and meet new business contacts as well as receive referrals and renew existing connections.
Due to the nature of the speed networking, only ONE representative from each company can take part. Places are limited so BOOK NOW to avoid disappointment.
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Cork Chamber's Dublin Dinner 2014 In association with EY
Date: Tuesday, 18th November 2014
Time: 19.30pm
Venue: Doubletree Hilton Hotel
Cost: €125.00
To book: here
Cork Chamber’s Dublin Dinner 2014 promotes the strong connections that exist between Cork and Dublin businesses and enhances existing business relationships between the two regions. This is a unique opportunity for Cork businesses to network with their Dublin counterparts as well as an ideal corporate entertainment platform.
At this Black Tie Event, we will honour a prominent business person with the Outstanding Achievement in Business Award and this year Darina Allen of Ballymaloe will be the proud recipient. We are also delighted to announce that Dr Johnny Walker of Global Diagnostics, medical pioneer and EY Entrepreneur of the Year Award Finalist 2010 will be the key note speaker. This event sells out every year so BOOK NOW to avoid disappointment.
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€20 Unlimited Mobile Plan with Three Mobile
SIM Only for your business. On a rolling 30 day contract for €20 ex-VAT per month.
* Unlimited calls to Irish mobiles
* Unlimited texts to Irish mobiles
* Unlimited calls to landlines in Ireland (incl. Northern Ireland)
* Unlimited Data
* Free Voicemail
* Unlimited calls and texts to Ireland from any Three network abroad, including Three UK
* Unlimited data on any Three network abroad
Contact Siobhan Gallagher on 0834011661 for further information.
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10% off physiotherapy appointments @ Bon Secours Hospital
Period of the offer available: until 30th November
Cork's Largest Private Physiotherapy Clinic with17 Chartered Physiotherapists Providing Clinical Excellence for:
- Back & Neck Pain/Acupuncture
- Arthritis & Rheumatology
- Sports Injuries & Orthotics• Pilates Classes
- Rehab Physiotherapy - Stroke & Decreased Mobility
- Respiratory Physiotherapy - COPD & Breathlessness
- Incontinence
Self referrals/GP referrals welcome Tel: 021 4801630 for appointments Mon – Thur 08.00 - 19.30, Fri 08.00 - 16.30
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Your Christmas Party Destination
Period of the offer available: November/December 2014
Castlemartyr Resort is the perfect location to host your Christmas party or entertain clients as it captures the true essence of the spirit and magic of Christmas. We offer a truly personal service and will tailor a package to suit you whether it would be a small intimate gathering or a large banquet.
- Party Nights start from €72 per person
- Festive Dinners start from €55 per person
- Festive Lunches start from €37 per person
- Please quote Cork Chamber Christmas Package when booking to receive a special treat.
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Imerc Innovation Week
Date: 15th -18th October
Time: 15th October 13:00; 16th October 20:00; 18th October: All Day
Venue: National Maritime College of Ireland/City Hall Cork
To book: here
Imerc Innovation Week is a mix of lectures, outreach and networking events. We are particularly excited to have Alex Thomson, a global yachting superstar racer, speak about his life as a racer in Cork City Hall on Thursday, October 16 at 20:00. See here for full details.
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SCSI Launch A Guide to Property for SMEs
Date: 16th October
Time: 5.30pm – 7.30pm
Venue: The Imperial Hotel
Cost: Free of charge
To book: here
The Southern Region of the Society of Chartered Surveyors Ireland will now launch A Guide to Property for SMEs. Tea/Coffee etc. will be provided. The event provides an opportunity for business owners in the region to network with members of the Society who can offer guidance on such matters.
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VMware Cork – Diversity Event
Date: 11th November
Time: 8-10am
Venue: VMware’s Training and Development Centre in Ballincollig
Cost: FREE
To book: email Claire O’Regan here
VMware in connection with it@Cork are hosting an event around the theme of “What is Diversity”. There will be a Panel discussion with Senior Representatives from EMC, CIT, VMware and it@Cork and an unconscious bias training session and Coderdojo presentation.
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Introduction to Business Angel Investing Seminar
Date: 13th October
Time: 6.30pm
Venue: The River Lee Hotel
Cost: Free
To book: Email Sarah here or call 01 669 8525 to register
Have you ever thought about business angel investing but don’t know where to start? Are you interested in learning how you can support & invest in some of Ireland’s most exciting start-ups and the associated tax benefits? HBAN, the Halo Business Angel Network, invites you to join this evening seminar lasting approx. 1hr to network with likeminded individuals from your region, hear from current investors about the benefits of investing in a syndicate and how to get the most out of your investments.
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Cork Pops Orchestra Schools Concerts
Date: 5th,6th and 7th November
Time:10 am and 12 noon
Venue: City Hall, Cork
Cost: €8 per student Teachers free
To book: here
Evelyn Grant and the Cork Pops Orchestra will be performing concerts Primary and Post Primary school audiences in City Hall, Cork, November 5th,6th and 7th.The programme is entitled ‘Blockbuster Classics – Music from the Movies’.
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J. Barter Travel’s Biggest Sale Yet – 3 Day Sale
Date: 13th October – Wednesday 15th October
Time: Starts Monday at 9am – Ends Wednesday at 5pm!
Venue: J. Barter Travel – 92 Patrick Street | Douglas Village Shopping Centre | Old Market Bandon Shopping Centre
Come along to J. Barter Travel next week13th to 15th October to avail of our 3 Day Flash Sale prices. City Breaks, Ski Holidays, Cruises, Long-haul, Honeymoons and Summer 2015!! Our biggest sale yet! Exclusive to J. Barter Travel in Cork City, Douglas and Bandon. Sale ends Wednesday at 5pm. Terms and conditions apply.
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