CORK COMPANY OF THE YEAR - International Category Finalists
Carbery
Dell Technologies
Watson Marlow Fluid Technology Solutions
Congratulations to finalists in the International category of the Cork Chamber Cork Company of the Year Awards 2022 which are sponsored by Vodafone Ireland and media partner The Irish Examiner. Winners of each category will be announced on Thursday 5th May at our Annual Dinner.
This personal effectiveness workshop is designed to provide participants with the opportunity to reflect on the skills and personal competencies needed to respond to the challenges presented in a VUCA world. VUCA (Volatile, Uncertain, Complex, Ambiguous) represents the global economic landscape that many employees are navigating right now and into the future.
In today’s business environment, people are expected to achieve more than ever before. Staying competitive means continually higher performance. What if, instead of choosing one over another you could actually manage both at the same time? And how can this affect our desired outcomes and goals?
This is a must-attend session for HR Practitioners who are seeking to inform and empower their HR planning in 2022. The HR Barometer is an invaluable source of information, analysis and insights on the key issues and challenges impacting HR in Ireland. Key senior consultants from Adare Human Resource Management will share the findings of the latest HR Barometer Survey and what these mean for HR Practitioners.
The Trade and Investment Strategy 2022-2026 titled Value for Ireland, Values for the World sets out to see Ireland grow sustainably, diversify our export markets, and support continued prosperity and higher living standards for all the people of Ireland.
Causeway: Ireland Scotland Business Exchange has announced the return of its Gala Black Tie Celebration, on 6 October 2022. The Causeway Awards acknowledge companies and individuals operating on either side of the Irish Sea who collaborate, cultivate, and drive business opportunities to Ireland, Northern Ireland and Scotland.
Nominations are now open until 1 July 2022. Cork’s Simply Blue Group won the Sustainable Business of the Year Award in 2021.
The European commission have published a new set of FAQ's on sanctions adopted following Russia's military aggression against Ukraine. The FAQ's cover different sectors including investment, funds, road transport and access to EU ports
Our latest Economic Trends capture a snapshot of business experiences and the overall operating landscape. In a period which saw the Russian invasion of Ukraine and the outbreak of war it is of interest to note that 29% of respondents see energy price increases affecting profitability & growth. 66% of companies surveyed have actively managed energy in a bid to make savings and 82% of respondents agree that government should implement measures to help protect businesses from extreme cost pressures in the short term.
The new plan launched by the Department of Enterprise, Trade and Employment includes projects and initiatives across the two South-Western counties of Cork and Kerry. The report reflects the high-level of collaboration and ambition that exists within the region and focuses on six key strategic objectives and actions areas including:
Maximisming the potential of digital enterprise and innovation hubs to support digitalisation, business growth, climate action and smart working.
Supporting cluster organisations in driving development and growth of enterprises.
Bolstering the South-West as a leader in sustainable food production and agri-tech.
Embracing the opportunities of climate action in the marine, circular bioeconomy, tourism and energy sectors.
Ensuring a strong pipeline of talent in the region, focusing on sustainable high-quality jobs.
Cork Bike Week is back again from the 14th to the 22nd of May. An essential part of National Bike Week, this week long cycling celebration is a collaboration between Cork Sports Partnership, Cork City Council and Cork County Council. Applications for funding are now open for community, workplace, school, service, organisation and club events.
Cork Chamber events offer a key opportunity to communicate directly with Cork’s business community and to position your brand before our highly engaged target audience.
We have a number of open opportunities in the coming months. These are varied and include both in-person and virtual events, as well as some new initiatives that we are looking forward to delivering in 2022.
To discuss your marketing objectives in line with the range of opportunities available email annie@corkchamber.ie
The International Mixed Abilities Rugby Tournament (IMART) 2022 takes place from the 5-10 of June in Cork. The tournament will welcome nearly 1000 players, representing 12 different nations and is proudly supported by Permanent TSB.
The Mixed Ability Model aims to break down barriers to participation in sport, promote social inclusion and generate long-term positive change in our communities and is closely aligned with the Bank’s own community ethos. For more on the tournament, including a complete schedule of events and information on how to book tickets, please visit the official website www.imartworldcup.org
