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• Eli Lilly announces pioneering new plans for Kinsale Campus - read more
• The Markdyke Complex launches Holy Smoke! read more
• Film In Cork secures Cork as the filming location for MAZE - read more
• Alignment, the Key to Business Success - read more

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Date: Friday 22nd April
Time: 12:30 to 15:30
Venue: Ambassador Hotel
Cost: €60 (includes booking fee). Advance booking is essential.
To book: online

Cork Chamber in association with Network Cork is hosting an executive lunch on Friday 22nd April at the Ambassador Hotel, focussing on Women in Leadership and featuring special guest speaker Deirdre Somers, Chief Executive of the Irish Stock Exchange (ISE).

Deirdre, a Cork native, was appointed Chief Executive of the Irish Stock Exchange (ISE) in June 2007. During her tenure the ISE modernised its structure, expanded its services domestically and internationally, rising to #1 stock exchange globally in fixed income and funds listings. The ISE was awarded Best Place to Work in Ireland (medium sized companies) just last month. She is currently President of the Federation of European Securities Exchanges. Deirdre is outspoken about the importance of the role of markets as a relevant and accessible funding source for companies, particularly for high potential SMEs and is looking forward to sharing her views with the people of Cork.

Date: Tuesday, 19th April 
Time: 9.30 am to 12.00 pm
Venue: Blackstone LaunchPad at UCC
Cost: FREE
To book: Online

This workshop is being run by the Enterprise Europe Network (EEN), in association with UCC. Guest speaker on the day will be UCC’s guest lecturer, Ben Itty, a global brand and innovation expert. Ben will showcase how the ‘craft trend’ can be applied to all businesses and will give a global analysis of what is driving success of “craft” today. What are the trends behind the change? What are these new brands doing? How can you apply the changing trends to your brand and business to market your product and service more successfully?

We are delighted to confirm that Scott Baigent of Eight Degrees Brewing will provide a case study on the day. Eight Degrees Brewing is an award-winning independent Irish craft-brewery, based in Mitchelstown, Co. Cork. Scott will discuss and showcase how Eight Degrees Brewing applied the ‘craft’ trend to their business.

The workshop will conclude with a ‘Share the Learning’ breakout session, whereby attendees can share their learnings.

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Date: Wednesday 4^th May
Time: 5.30pm – 7.00pm
Venue: Ambassador Hotel
Cost: FREE for Cork Chamber members
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We are getting a head-start on the Summer and will host a networking BBQ on the new outdoor terrace of McGettigans Cork at the Ambassador Hotel, where you will enjoy fantastic ambience, great food and spectacular views over the City.

Don’t miss your chance to view Cork from Military Hill and enjoy the delicious BBQ, refreshing beverages and great company!

Cork Chamber’s Q1 Economic Trends Survey 2016 is open at the moment and we invite all member businesses to participate in completing the survey by close of business this Friday 8^th April.

The survey has been circulated via email to one point of contact within each member business and is waiting in your inbox for your business outlook and experiences to be counted.

Cork Chamber's first economic trends survey of 2016 gathers data on the financial performance and business experiences of member companies over Q1 2016 (January, February and March). As part of this quarter’s survey, we have included a quick poll and would like to hear member’s opinions on the possible Brexit, the future of Irish Water, Housing availability and the Government's Capital Plan announcements from last year.

This quarter's survey prize is sponsored by The Cornstore Restaurant Cork with all respondents who complete the survey being entered into a draw to win dinner for two.

Cork Chamber was delighted to welcome Eli Lilly’s announcement of a planned €35million capital investment in the delivery of a new high-tech manufacturing facility at its Kinsale campus. It is clear that this continued investment by Eli Lilly is testament to the highly skilled team and track record of the existing operations in Ireland and specifically in Kinsale. The commitment to the Cork region which commenced operations over 35 years ago is reinforced by the recent biotech investment of over €650 million and the recruitment of over 350 additional employees to the Kinsale site over the last eight years. 

Tuesday’s announcement of a €35million investment in the establishment of a pioneering manufacturing facility will see Eli Lilly’s base in Kinsale becoming Eli Lilly’s worldwide centre of excellence for continuous manufacturing and this is truly reflective of the confidence placed by Eli Lilly in their local Cork operations both in Dunderrow and Global Business Solutions based in Little Island. 

Our Inspiring Video Journalism course is running on the 22^nd April next!

Learn how to:

• Create & edit a video using your iPad / iPhone
• Set-up and film interviews
• Film and edit footage to upload to your website & social media platforms
•  Produce your own video content to market your business

Witness the advent of citizen journalism and show what you and your company can do!  

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The SelectUSA Investment Summit takes place from June 19-21, 2016, in Washington, D.C. This year’s theme is “The Innovation Advantage” and will feature investment opportunities from every corner of the United States for global investors. High-profile business and government leaders will share their insights on the latest innovations and trends.  See below to read more about the opportunities it offers…

• 10% Off All Footwear in Skechers Retail Stores - read more
• 20% Off All Website Development with The Digital Department - read more
• Weekend Offer at Supernova Family Entertainment Centre - read more
• 20% off both internal and external house painting with EBO Home and Rescue  - read more
• Get your business assessed for FREE with the Sales Coach - read more
• 10% Off Your Summer BBQ @ Macdonald Kinsale Hotel & Spa, Formally Carlton  - read more
• Free Years monitoring of all New Intruder Alarm Systems with Burgolarm Security Products Ltd - read more
• Bookkeeping Service using Xero Software with Murray Cloney and Associates - read more
  

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• Mad Men Marketing Ball 2016, April 9th - read more
• Free Health Check, April 6th  - read more
• Fastnet Recruitment Career Open Days, April 19th - April 27th - read more
• Cope Foundation Breakfast Briefing on Inclusive Employment, April 21st &  22nd  - read more
• Dermot Bannon mortgage event in association with Bank of Ireland, April 14th - read more
• 1916 Exhibition Hurling Match followed by John Egan Memorial, April 10th - read more
• MAS Spring Ball, April 23rd - read more
• Corporate Giving - Is it Good for Business, April 14th - read more
• Sharon Shannon, April 15th - read more
• Mercy Hospital Foundation Golf Classic, April 21st - read more
• The Cork Wine School Course Schedule 2016, April 23rd - read more
• EY rise to the Fashion Challenge, April 28th - read more
• Arts, Culture & Society 1650-1750, The Origins of Modern Ireland, April 29th –  May 1st - read more
• Local Enterprise Office Cork City’s Retail Development Programme with Site Audits,commencing April 12th  - read more
• Get Export Ready – An Export Awareness Event, April 12th - read more
• Light It Up Blue Autism Fundraiser, April 8th - read more

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