Bensons Workwear
Bensons Workwear is delighted to announce its expansion into Irish-Made Bespoke Corporate Wear
Bensons owns its own textiles factory in Cork and has huge capacity on offer for clients who require specialised and specific products made to order. Bensons has recently invested in two new commercial units within the same business park in Midleton. The space in these units has allowed Bensons to open a both a Show Room and also a Shop in which the public can come in and speak to us directly about their requirements.
Bensons has invested in the latest technology in regards to Manufacturing, Embroidery and Screen Printing in order to provide the highest quality service to our clients.
Our team is working directly with businesses to design & manufacture Corporate Uniforms that exceed. We provide a professional service on all aspects from design through to delivery and after sales service.
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Irish Recruitment Day in Spain
4th November 2021
EURES Ireland in the Department of Social Protection in cooperation with EURES Spain, is organising a European ONLINE Job Day aimed at attracting jobseekers and job changers from Spain who are interested in job opportunities in Ireland.
This is a great opportunity for employers recruiting in sectors with skills shortages in Ireland or those who feel that prospective candidates may be out of their local reach.
Find Out More
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Representing You
Dear Chamber Member,
I hope you are all well and that the easing of restrictions has allowed your, your family and colleagues to enjoy spirit of our city region safely and meaningfully.
Over the past turbulent 18 months, Government has delivered the appropriate supports and business has risen to the challenge. But we are now in a position where if pandemic related progress holds true, an earnest conversation can be had about moving beyond supports. But there must remain an outstretched arm, should any sector falter, or any support rollback be deemed too abrupt. We will monitor progress closely, staying resolutely by the side of business.
But now, Ireland must move beyond survival. Ireland must have a vision and deliver if it is to have credibility among its people, the international community and investors. There is now...
Dear Chamber Member,
I hope you are all well and that the easing of restrictions has allowed your, your family and colleagues to enjoy spirit of our city region safely and meaningfully.
Over the past turbulent 18 months, Government has delivered the appropriate supports and business has risen to the challenge. But we are now in a position where if pandemic related progress holds true, an earnest conversation can be had about moving beyond supports. But there must remain an outstretched arm, should any sector falter, or any support rollback be deemed too abrupt. We will monitor progress closely, staying resolutely by the side of business.
But now, Ireland must move beyond survival. Ireland must have a vision and deliver if it is to have credibility among its people, the international community and investors. There is now a National Development Plan which paints a picture of capital spend allocations for the next 10 years and there is no reason to think that any project aligned to Government policy won’t be funded if it can get to final investment decision.
Delivery of infrastructure is now the challenge but it is beset by delays in objection in planning and in the courts. Objections can take years to resolve for no reason other than poor resources and lack of binding timelines. What credible State allows it’s own nationally significant infrastructure projects to languish in this manner? It undermines the institutions, the economy, the environment, and the vision.
It is utterly negligent to be lamenting energy insecurity and climate change when we have the potent solution of floating offshore wind and green hydrogen in our hands. In this context of inertia, business will not be resigned to a future of carbon tax rises, or accept any excuse for energy insecurity. Targets must be increased and RESS expanded and the transmission infrastructure for hydrogen and electricity must be resourced and enabled.
In consideration of talent we must think global and local and be inclusive in doing so. Whatever we tell ourselves about social progress made in recent years it is a fact that not all are treated equally or have the same access to opportunity. More must by done to bring legislation such as the Hate Crime Bill through the Oireachtas at speed, and to knock down barriers to success such as social capital by better integrating the opportunities presented by business with those who are in a position of disadvantage.
I believe that Ireland can sustain a stable and creative world-leading economy, and that Cork can be a globally compelling City region, if we stay sharp in relation to the pandemic, deliver on our existing infrastructure commitments, step up to our rightful place on renewables and walk the walk as a welcoming society of equals.
It is an honour to have been re-elected as the President of Cork Chamber. Together with you our vibrant members, our committed board of directors and executive team, I will remain resolute in my goal to advance Cork as a globally recognised place for business, innovation and quality of life.
Stay connected and engaged - your Chamber is here to represent you.
Warm regards,
Paula Cogan
President
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Cork Chamber CONNECTS with South-East Chambers
Thurs 28th Oct | 12pm | Online
Don't miss this interactive networking session online where you will meet other Cork Chamber members and also get the exciting opportunity to connect with businesses in South-East Chambers, as part of our Cork Chamber CONNECTS series.
Members can log in from wherever they are and e-network with fellow members and businesses across the South-East from Chambers in Carlow,
Dungarvan & West Waterford, Wexford, Kilkenny and Waterford, whether you wish to make valuable connections, stay in touch with those you already know or would like to get an insight into how others are doing during this time this event is for you!
Collaborative Networking with Causeway: Ireland Scotland Business Exchange and Edinburgh Chamber
Thurs 4th Nov | 9.30am | Online
Join us for this virtual networking session connecting businesses from both sides of the Irish Sea!
You will have the opportunity to take part in speed networking sessions and get to chat with members of Causeway: Ireland Scotland Business Exchange and Edinburgh Chamber of Commerce and will feature spotlight talks from representatives from each chamber, giving an overview of key highlights from their city.
Places for this session are limited, if you are interested in participating please email kfitzpatrick@corkchamber.ie
Growth and Opportunity – Showcasing the Financial Services Cluster in South-West Ireland
Fri 5th Nov | 7.45am | Clayton Hotel Cork City
This event will showcase some of the many successful financial services companies operating in the South-West and will highlight certain areas where the sector is particularly strong and growing, such as funds and fintech.
Keynote speakers will include Michael McGrath, TD, Minister for Public Expenditure and Reform and Deirdre O'Connor, Managing Director, BlackRock followed by an impressive panel of industry experts.
Join us in the Clayton Hotel Cork City for one of our first in-person events this autumn!
Business Breakfast Live with Professor Maggie Cusack, President of MTU and Professor John O'Halloran, President of UCC
Wed 10th Nov | 8am | Online
Join Professor Maggie Cusack, President of Munster Technological University and Professor John O'Halloran, President of University College Cork as they discuss the importance of knowledge, skills and culture and how they have created a dynamic in which countless companies have located, invested and grown in Cork making our economy what it is today.
With skills a top threat identified in our Q3 economic trends, and an economy positioned to fully reengage there has never been a better moment to join us for this discussion!
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AGM 2021
At the 202nd Cork Chamber AGM Paula Cogan was re-elected as President of Cork Chamber. Clair Murphy, Pfizer, Raymond Kelleher, The Montenotte Hotel and Captain Brian-FitzGerald, of Simply Blue Group were formally elected as members of the Board. Also in attendance was recently co-opted Pankaj Agarwal, who works with PepsiCo Ireland.
Paula Cogan thanked Eoin Motherway, Hugh Smiddy and Mark Fitzharris for their service on the Board of Cork Chamber.
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Enhancing Your Environment
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Sustainable Cork Fund - Impact Report
Cork Chamber and Rethink Ireland highlight the positive results and outcomes of the Sustainable Cork Fund in an Impact Report.
The Fund was developed in 2019 with the goal of increasing the resilience of Cork communities and creating a positive legacy in the region through collective action. €100,000 was raised by Cork Chamber and the local business community, which was then matched by the Department of Rural and Community Development via the Dormant Accounts Fund.
Little did the donors know at the time what was in store in the year ahead, and just how critical community resilience would be. Browse the article and click through to the full impact report.
At the heart of a vibrant community
Cork Chamber continues to deliver an impactful Sustainable Cork Programme (SCP) to build economic resilience and support social cohesion and community development. As part of this ambition we have continued to deliver our SCP webinar series and have supported community based initiatives that are designed to enliven our communities, inspire dialogue and strengthen the connection between people and places.
Focus on Sustainable Energy
Resources for SMEs
This week is EU Sustainable Energy Week. An online conference from 25-28 October is of interest to businesses whose work supports an economy built on clean, secure and efficient energy. It presents an opportunity to meet stakeholders promoting energy efficiency and renewable energies and to learn about successful policies and innovation which aim to meet the EU’s energy and climate goals. See more here.
Separately, the Sustainable Energy Auhtority of Ireland (SEAI) is offering practical support via free energy audits for SMEs to receive training, gain cost savings and reduce energy waste. Find out more through SEAI's Energy Academy here.
A SEAI comparison tool is also available to see the differences switching to Electric Vs Petrol / Diesel could make to your business fleet. While it is only for estimation purposes, it could prompt thinking about saving in costs and emissions in your business. See here.
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EU-GB Imports and Exports Webinar
Join French and UK customs along with borders administrations on Mon, 8 Nov for a compelling webinar aimed at hauliers, transport and logistics associations, custom brokers and fright forwarders.
The webinar will cover the end-to-end customer journey and what supply chain actors need to know and do. this includes steps needed before departure at the EU border, during the crossing and arrival into Great Britain.
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Mobile Video Creation
Member Price €180
Tues 23rd Nov | 9.30am-1pm | 2 mornings
Participants will be guided through the video production process from planning to uploading. The workshop gives attendees the chance to apply what they’re learning to their own objectives. This includes filling out online workbooks, a filming assignment at the end of workshop 1, and a detailed editing demonstration.
How to navigate E-tenders and respond with a Winning Bid
Member Price Free
Wed 24 Nov | 9.30am-11am
Why not take some time to learn how to bid for work on e-tenders? Exploring and responding to tenders is often seen as a chore and something that not all business owners or managers are willing to do. However, given that millions of euros are available for tendered work every year, this is a channel for potential business that is just simply too good to miss out on, now, more than ever.
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Chamberlink - Digital Legend
Welcome to issue 3 of Chamberlink Magazine.
In this issue we celebrate Cork's digital marketing professionals and the overall Digital Marketing legend 2021, who were all crowned at our virtual awards ceremony. We bring you a busy calendar of in-person and hybrid events for the season ahead along with an excellent series of professional courses through Cork Chamber Skillnet. Deep dive into some of the policy milestones of this season, including the National Development Plan and we set a course to stand shoulder to shoulder with the best Chambers in the world in our new strategic plan. Browse member news, appointments and views on issues shaping our city region.
Work Safely Protocol Update
The Work Safely Protocol (WSP) has been updated in accordance with the most recent public health advice received by Government.
The Work Safely Protocol will still continue to apply in full, setting out the minimum Public Health infection prevention and control measures required to be taken by employers and workers, in every place of work, to prevent and reduce the spread of COVID-19.
Ensure your organisation’s Covid-19 Response Plan is up to date
The latest Work Safely Protocols were issued late last week and contain very useful guidance and information to support employers as they continue their reopening processes. While the Government indicated last week that it could be Spring 2022 before we see a full return to the workplace, many are returning on a phased basis.
Adare Human Resource Management looks at the Protocols and highlights important considerations for employers, particularly in relation to their Covid-19 Response Planning and responsibilities to returning staff.
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