“We are deeply shocked and saddened by the passing of John Mullins. John was more than a President at Cork Chamber – he was a true pillar of the wider business community. His contribution enriched the very fabric of our region," Rob Horgan, President of Cork Chamber.
"John was a natural leader - considered and driven by purpose. His ambition was evident throughout his remarkable career, from ...
Join us to hear from Eibhlín Gleeson, CEO & Artistic Director, Cork Opera House as she shares her journey in leading one of Cork's most iconic venues, her role as Executive Producer of successful productions and her vision for the future of the arts in Cork as they celebrate their 170th year.
Hear more about the economic impact of Cork Opera House and the launch of their new strategic plan along with the many ways the business community can get involved.
Step off the sidelines and join us for Networking at Noon at Padel Tennis Ireland.
Whether you want to try your hand at the sport or want to catch-up with fellow members, this event provides a fantastic opportunity to grow your connections in a fun and engaging environment.
Gift of Native Trees SAVE THE DATE: Wed 30th April
Since 2019, we have been gifting 200 native Irish tree saplings annually to our Cork Chamber members as a way to show our commitment to sustainability and encourage our members to participate. We are thrilled to again offer native Irish saplings as a gift to Cork Chamber members.This year, we are bringing Crab Apple tree (Malus sylvestris), a native fruit tree ideal for planting in Spring.
200 saplings will be available for collection, free of charge, in our car park on Wednesday 30th April on a first-come, first-served basis.
This 1-day programme is designed to equip learners with the knowledge, skills and competencies necessary to design and deliver effective training, both on-the-job and in the classroom.
In today’s fast-paced world, leaders often operate on autopilot—reacting to challenges instead of responding with clarity. Mindfulness isn’t just a wellness trend; it’s a powerful leadership tool that enhances focus, emotional intelligence, and resilience.
The Frazzle 3-Part Life-Work Balance Series is designed to help professionals to achieve a better Life-Work Balance by creating self-care habits, building plans around the mental load and implementing systems to manage home and family life.
Cork Chamber's Economic Trends survey, sponsored by ptsb, asked members about their views on international trade and the economic outlook in Q1 2025. Despite increasing concerns about geopolitical developments, the European Union emerged as the preferred trading partner for those surveyed, followed by North America and the UK.
This week marked a significant milestone in the development of a future-proof, sustainable transport network to cater for Cork city and county's growing population, with the opening of a new platform in Kent Station and the launch of the public consultation on the Emerging Preferred Route for Luas Cork. CEO Conor Healy welcomed this week's developments and emphasised the importance of accelerating these key projects of strategic importance.
The Department of Enterprise, Tourism and Employment is launching a new system for employment permits, 'Employment Permits Online', on 28th April. Ahead of the launch, the employment permits portal will be unavailable from 17th April. The Department will also hold a webinar on 17th Aprilat 2:30pm to provide users with an introduction to the new system.
Cork City Council is currently inviting expressions of interest from economic operators to participate in a Competitive Dialogue procurement process for the delivery of the Cork City Council Housing Programme 2025 - 2027. Proposals are invited from candidates who can deliver social, affordable or mixed tenure schemes, including new build and conversion schemes. Submissions can be made before 9th May.
If you have any feedback that can inform the Chamber's submissions to the following public consultations, please contact Aoife, amoriarty@corkchamber.ie:
Discover how SMEs like 9 White Deer are leading the way in energy effiency with support from the EENergy project. With the guidance from Enterprise Europe Network (EEN) at Cork Chamber, the brewery turned sustanaibility into a smart business move - cutting costs and reducing environmental impact.
Through EEN's tailored support and a €10,000 grant, they're accelerating their sustiainability iniatiatives, proving that environmental responsibility drives long-term success.
Are you a European SME, start-up, cluster manager or business adviser looking to understand the Carbon Border Adjusment Mechanism (CBAM)?
This upcoming webinar will cover the essentials, including its main objectives, the simplification proposal adopted on February 26th, and what's next in terms of review and possible expansion.
Don't miss the opportunity to learn more about it!
Help shape the EU's next Multiannual Financial Framework (MFF). The European Commission is gathering feedback on EU funding for the single market and cooperation between national authorities.
This short consultation will help improve future funding by learning from past experiences. Share your thoughts to help create a simpler, more focused and impactful EU budget for 2028 and beyond.
With rising international trade tensions, many Organisations may need to consider reorganisations, and against this backdrop, this article will examine recent legal developments in the area of collective redundancy. If your Organisation is facing the possibility of collective redundancies, it is crucial to seek expert guidance to ensure compliance and fairness throughout the process. Adare’s professional HR consultancy can help you manage consultations, select fair redundancy criteria, and navigate the legal technicalities effectively.
