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bullet.png Cork Chamber Dublin Dinner 2023
 
bullet.png Outstanding Contribution to Business Award 2023
 
bullet.png HR Barometer Report - Unrivalled Source of Analysis & Insights
 
bullet.png Business Breakfast with Dermot Crowley, CEO, Dalata Hotel Group plc
 
bullet.png Supporting Your Workforce: Skills Pathways
 
bullet.png Christmas Lunch 2023
 
bullet.png Why Menopause Matters, with Loretta Dignam
 
bullet.png Diploma in Diversity, Equity, Belonging & Inclusion
 
bullet.png Draft Cork City Climate Action Plan
 
bullet.png Christmas Gift Guide
 
bullet.png Member Events
 
bullet.png Member News
 
bullet.png Job Opportunities
 
bullet.png Erin Hampers
 
 
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TOP STORIES
 
Cork Chamber Dublin Dinner 2023
In association with EY
 

Cork Chamber Dublin Dinner 2023

 

The Cork Chamber Dublin Dinner, which took place yesterday evening, celebrated the collaborative spirit between Cork and Dublin and the importance of this synergy to the success of Ireland Inc. Held in the Clayton Hotel, Burlington Road in association with EY, the keynote was delivered by An Taoiseach Leo Varadkar TD to more than 600 people from across Ireland’s business, political and diplomatic landscape. 

 
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Outstanding Contribution to Business Award 2023
 

 

 

Cork Chamber has recognised Pat McGrath for his outstanding contribution to business. "I am absolutely delighted to accept this award. I never thought when I came to Cork 45 years ago as a young Engineer for a six-week assignment, that I would be the recipient of this prestigious award in my adopted city. Cork has been the ‘launch pad’ for the growth of PM Group from a small indigenous player into an international engineering company with a global reach’’ Pat McGrath said upon receiving the award.

 
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EVENTS
 
 
HR Barometer Report - Unrivalled Source of Analysis & Insights
Tues 28th Nov | 9.30am-10.45am | Online
 

The HR Barometer Report is the most comprehensive research report analysing the impacts, challenges and opportunities within the HR and Employment Law landscape in Ireland.

 

This webinar will feature Sarah Fagan, Managing Director and Amanda Finnegan, Head of Retained Services, Adare Human Resource Management as they share the findings of the latest HR Barometer Survey and what these mean for HR Practitioners and Business Owners.

 
Business Breakfast with Dermot Crowley, CEO, Dalata Hotel Group plc
Wed 29th Nov | 7.30am-9am | Clayton Hotel Cork City
 

With Cork born Dermot at the helm, the Dalata hotel group has recently opened six new hotels and has further plans to expand their footprint. They announced a record set of financial results for the first half of this year reporting a profit after tax of €42m.

 

Join us to hear from a leading voice in the hospitality industry on the challenges and opportunities ahead for the sector as well as insight into the future of business and leisure tourism in Cork and Ireland. 

 
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Supporting Your Workforce: Skills Pathways
Fri 7th Dec | 11am-12pm | Online
 

Join us for this informative webinar which will explore the value of enabling and enhancing access to learning opportunities for all learners. Hear from businesses who have successfully implemented effective and inspirational approaches to learning and skills development within their organisational culture and beyond. 

 

Speakers will include Niamh Gaine, Assistant Manager, Cork College of FET- Bishopstown Campus, Cliona O’Geran, PA General Manager Janssen Supply Chain, Ireland CSR Site Lead, Cork Lead, Johnson & Johnson Bridge to Employment (BTE) and Champion Lead, Johnson & Johnson WiSTEM2d EMEA.

 
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Christmas Lunch 2023
Fri 15th Dec | 12.30pm-3.30pm | Radisson Blu Hotel Little Island
 

With plenty of festive food and drink, music, raffle prizes and much more, our Christmas Lunch is the perfect seasonal event for entertaining clients and colleagues.

 

This year we are excited to welcome Tommy Tiernan, Michael D Higgins, Roy Keane and many more personalities... As we will be joined by Conor Moore, a popular impressionist and broadcaster who has over 1.5 million followers on social media. 

 
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TRAINING & DEVELOPMENT
 
 
Why Menopause Matters, with Loretta Dignam
Free for members
 

Thurs 30 Nov | 10.30am-11.30pm | Online

 

The average age of menopause is 51, and perimenopause is 45. This age cohort are the fastest growing workforce demographic and with the recent change in pension age, it is likely that more women will be working into later life.

 

This 1 hour webinar will explore why menopause matters and top tips for managing menopause in the workplace.

 
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Diploma in Diversity, Equity, Belonging & Inclusion
Member Price €900
 

Tues 16 Jan | 6.30pm-9.30pm | 12 sessions | Online

 

Using best practice insights, the course will equip learners with the skills and confidence required to successfully engage with diversity, be inclusive in practical ways, develop policies and be compliant with legislation. For this and our other UCD Professional Academy courses please check out the link below.

 
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PUBLIC AFFAIRS
 
 
Draft Cork City Climate Action Plan
Have your say by 20 Dec.
 

Cork City Council has launched a call for public input to the Cork City Climate Action Plan 2024–2029. Cork is on an accelerated trajectory to reach climate neutrality by 2030. Reaching this target requires actions that residents, businesses, community groups, and public sector institutions will have to take to achieve our vision of a climate neutral and resilient city.

 

We urge our members to engage with this process by making a submission or getting in touch with ashley@corkchamber.ie. 

 
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MEMBER ACTIVITY
 
 
Member News
 
  • Ørsted and FuturEnergy Ireland granted planning approval for 121 MW Coom Green Energy Park

  • Cork charity SERVE marks 20 years of international solidarity

  • NetApp Ireland seeks Female owned companies to join them onsite for an exclusive Christmas Market Event
 
All Member News
 
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Christmas Gift Guide
 

Your one-stop Christmas Gift Guide of local offers, services and events for your gifting and Christmas experience. Helping you to shop local this year.

 

  • Your Christmas Gifting taken care of! With 9 White Deer Gift Hampers
  • The Lismore Food Company - Spark moments of joy this Christmas with Ireland's most beautiful and delicious hampers
  • HYDE Gift Box with two HYDE branded glasses an ideal Christmas gift
  • The gift that keeps growing. The Foli gift card starts from €10
  • A gift voucher for The Montenotte unwraps an unforgettable experience at this luxurious Cork urban resort
  • Enjoy Christmas Movies at Triskel! Watch It’s a Wonderful Life, Home Alone, Die Hard and The Muppet Christmas Carol from 17-22 December
  • Give the gift of delicious Velo coffee this holiday season with the Timemore Pour Over Coffee Bundle from Velo Coffee Roasters
  • Christmas Gift ideas from Lavit Gallery - A range of the finest Irish-made fine art, craft and gifts for every budget
  • Looking for the perfect gift for a WINE lover? Wines of the World will deliver right to their door
  • Elevate your holiday décor with unique home accents and gifts from Fervor & Hue
  • Give the gift of exquisite memories with a Ballymaloe House Hotel Christmas Gift Voucher
  • Kinsale Gin Gift Hamper, 1 bottle Kinsale Gin 70cl, 2 branded balloon glasses, 2 premium tonics, The Gin with the Fin’… the perfect Christmas Gift
 
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Member Events
 
  • Take the Plunge for Focus Ireland – Saturday 25th November
  • A unique One Day Course teaching you the "dos" and "don'ts" of how to stand up and speak in public. Breakthrough the fear and come along – with The Public Speaking Course – Saturday 25th November
  • All your EV Charging Questions Answered with ePower – Tuesday 28th November
  • Tech Alliance Industry - Diversity Matters Mini Conference – Wednesday 29th November
  • Popscene Christmas Party Cruises – until Saturday 2nd December
  • Beauty and The Beast The Everyman Panto – Saturday 2nd December – Sunday 14th January
  • Champagne Bollinger Evening at Hayfield Manor – Thursday 30th November
  • Pimbrook Software - Payroll Year End Webinar – Friday 1st December
  • Cliona's Foundation Christmas Gala Fundraising Ball – Thursday 7th December
 
View all events here
 
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Job Opportunities
 
  • Glatt Ireland Ltd have an opening for a permanent part time Administration Assistant
  • Worldpay from FIS require - Regional Sales Manager – Cork
  • Administration and Box office Assistant - CE scheme position - Dance Cork Firkin Crane
  • Housekeeper/Reception Assistant – CE scheme position - Dance Cork Firkin Crane
 
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Erin Hampers
 

 

Erin Hampers, run by sister and brother team Caroline & John is based in Blarney, Co. Cork. We specialise in luxury hampers containing the finest Irish artisan foods, wines and specially selected gift items. With over 40 years experience in sourcing and retailing premium luxury Irish products our mission is to provide luxury hampers for every occasion and to suit all budgets for friends, family and business colleagues. Feel free to contact us for our Christmas '23 Corporate Brochure or call us on 021 4381357 and we'll take it from there.

 

Caroline & John.

 
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