Inside Track - Public Affairs Update for SMEs
Thurs 12th Mar | 11am-12pm | Cork Chamber
 
 

Join the Inside Track, a new series designed to bring SME members together to engage with the public affairs team and have their voices heard.

This session offers a unique opportunity to gain insider knowledge on the latest public affairs developments and government policy updates, from infrastructure and housing to economic growth, planning, sustainability and business supports.


 
 
Networking at Noon at Arthur's Bar, Clancy's
Wed 18th Mar | 12pm-1.30pm | Arthur's Bar, Clancy's
 
 

Join us for an exciting Networking at Noon at the recently opened Arthur's Bar, Clancy's. Right in the heart of the city, making it easy to join us for a quick but valuable networking session.

Arthur's Bar is a celebration of one of Ireland’s most iconic drinks, brought to life through immersive storytelling, memorable pours and signature Cork charm. Take a break from your desk and brew up some connections! 


 
 
Communicating Sustainability: Building Trust and Enhancing Credibility
Fri 27th Mar | 11am-12pm | Online
 
 

This session will highlight the growing importance of communicating sustainability with clarity and credibility in an evolving regulatory landscape.

 

Speakers will include Dr. Jamal Miah, Principal Consultant ESG & Sustainability, DNV, Susie Horgan, Managing Director, Springboard Communications and VP of Cork Chamber, Laura Lahiff, Sustainability Lead, Munster Rugby and moderater, Dr Alicia Mateos-Cárdenas, REEValue & Sustainability Lead, Cork Chamber.


 
 
 
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Peak Performance Strategies: Maximise Your Productivity Without Burnout - Webinar
Free for members
 
 

Tues 10th March | 10am - 11am | Online

 

This highly engaging masterclass equips busy professionals with practical strategies to maximise productivity without burning out. Participants will learn how to manage workload effectively, eliminate productivity drains and build routines that support consistent high performance.


 
 
Building Influence on LinkedIn: From Company Pages to Leadership Profiles - Webinar
Free for members
 
 

Tues 3rd March | 10:00am – 11:00am | Online

 

This workshop will show you how to strengthen both your company page and individual leadership profiles to build credibility, visibility and influence. Led by an expert who has worked with leaders and teams across Ireland and the UK, the session provides practical, evidence-based insights into what actually works on LinkedIn. 


 
 
Productivity Using MS Outlook – Webinar
Member Price: €50
 
 

Tues 10th March | 2.30pm - 4pm | Online | 2 sessions

 

This program has been designed to provide you with the knowledge, skills and competencies to effectively use Outlook as your organisational tool.


 
 
 
Local Enterprise Week 2026
March 2nd to 6th, 2026
 
 

The Enterprise Europe Network at Cork Chamber is delighted to take part in Local Enterprise Week 2026, taking place from 2 to 6 March.

 

A range of events will be held across the county throughout the week. A key event highlight will be Local Talent to Global Success, taking place at SeaChurch, Ballycotton, hosted by Chris Kent.

 

Find out more about the events happening across South Cork: Local Enterprise Week 2026 - Local Enterprise Office - SouthCork 


 
 
SICILIAWINE 2026
20 - 23 March l Palermo, Italy
 
 

The EEN team at Cork Chamber is co-organising this year's SICILIAWINE 2026. This event invites importers, distributors, HORECA buyers, specialty stores and e-commerce marketplaces to meet Sicilian and international producers of wine, olive oil and grains. 

 

International buyers can benefit from 100% free travel and accommodation. Don't miss the chance to connect globally!

 

For more information, contact our EEN advisor Monica Valdes, monica@corkchamber.ie.


 
 
 
Public Consultations
 

If you have any feedback that can inform the Chamber's submissions to the following public consultations, please contact Aoife, amoriarty@corkchamber.ie:

 

Consultation Closing Date
Green Growth Strategy 4th March
National Conversation on Education: The First Five Years and School Age Childcare

12th March 

Terms and Conditions for the Sixth Competition under the Renewable Electricity Support Scheme (RESS 6)

13th March

 


 
 
 
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Pay Transparency Update - Increased Risk of Pay Discrimination Claims
 
 

The EU Pay Transparency Directive (the Directive) must be transposed into Irish law by 7th of June. While smaller Organisations may anticipate that they will fall outside the scope of the Directive, all Employees will soon acquire rights to access a more extensive level of pay information under the legislation no matter the headcount of the Organisation. This raises a number of questions that Organisations need to address ahead of the Directive coming into effect. 


 
 
 
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