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CHAMBERLINKREGULAR FEATURES:
Upcoming Events
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IN THIS ISSUE:
Cork to the World
Invest in your People
America-Ireland Business Forum
AUGUST 2014.ISSUE 7
Approaching Tee TimeAnnual Golf Classic 2014 in association with BAM Group Ireland
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policy
4 Chamber launches report entitled
'Cork to the World'
5 Updates on the Cork City Flood
Defence Scheme
partnered projects
6 Updates from Cork innovates,
Cork Convention Bureau and CorkFoundation
connecting
7 New Members
training
8 Invest in Your People - Invest in Your
Business
9 Sample of upcoming courses
international
10 American-Irish Business Forum 2014
11 EU Mission for Growth to China
events
12 Cork Chamber launches Annual Golf
Classic 2014 in association with BAM
Group Ireland
13 Business Owners Hub
14 Upcoming Events
16 Speed Networking
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17 The Future is Now
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18 New Appointments
19 Members News
22 Members Business 2 Business
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Dear Chamber Member
Welcome to the July/August issue of Chamberlink, keeping you up-to-date with key Chamber
business and policy issues, members events, news stories and announcements, as well as
providing you with some important dates for your diary.
In July, our ever-popular Speed Networking event was held in association with Aviva Health and
despite the high temperatures, over 60 Cork companies attended. This intense and energetic
networking format is structured in such a way, that every attendee can meet up to 20 new
business contacts in just 60 minutes. Our next Speed networking event will take place in
October.
Cork Chamber Business School, in the first 6 months of this year, have trained 500 employed
individuals from 105 different companies and we look forward to training the next 500 before
year end!
We are also delighted to announce a new partnership with BAM Group Ireland for the Cork
Chamber Annual Golf Classic 2014, which will take place on September 4th at Castlemartyr
Golf Resort. The Golf Classic is always a great corporate event in the Chamber calendar, so
please join us by putting forward a team to allow you to network or entertain clients on the day.
Another annual event, our Networking Lunch in association with the Ireland-France Chamber
of Commerce takes place on Saturday 13thSeptember on board Brittany Ferries Pont Aven.
This event books out very quickly and we would urge you to book your ticket early, to avoid
disappointment.
Flooding has had a major and devastating impact in businesses in Cork City since 2009 and
to that end Cork Chamber has led the way in identifying the importance of implementing
an appropriate flood defence scheme. A key element for the success of the project will beconsultation with the local business community. We have already made submissions to the OPW
on behalf of our members and welcome any feedback you may have on the recently published
Proposed Flood Defence Scheme, as we prepare a further submission.
I would also ask that you review the City Centre Strategy document which is now available at
www.corkcity.ie. Cork Chamber will be making a submission and we would like to hear your
views on the report and how it should be implemented. Email siobhan.bradley@corkchamber.
ie before the 8thAugust. Please also review our Q2 Economic Bulletin, enclosed with this issue of
Chamberlink,
I look forward to seeing you over the coming months at one of our many events or training
courses and please make your views heard, by continuing to engage and communicate with us
through our social media channels LinkedIn or Twitter, or email or by phone.
Best regards,
ConorConor Healy
Chief Executive
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policy
Failure to upgrade the N28 to Ringaskiddy could have far
reaching consequences for economic growth and job creationacross Cork and the wider Southern region. This is a key finding
that has emerged from Cork Chamber's recently published report,
Cork to the World - An Updated Economic Assessment of the N28
Cork to Ringaskiddy Scheme. The report, compiled by Indecon
International Economic Consultants, illuminates a number ofdefinitive arguments that highlight the potential for economic
growth, job creation and social benefits from upgrading theroute.
Cork Chamber hopes that this report will add to the work
being undertaken by the NRA on the N28 in order to cementthe economic and social case for the upgrade. This is a critical
infrastructural priority as its completion will have a domino effect
across the County, City and wider South West region resulting
in improvements in employment, attraction of FDI and reduced
traffic congestion.
The report identifies the following key benefits that would arise
from completion of the N28 upgrade:
Direct transport benefits in the form of reduced journey
times and costs (including associated environmental costs)for road users on the immediate N28 corridor
Enhanced capacity to serve the external trading and
connectivity requirements of the South Wests business
community through facilitating the development of the
Port of Corks operations at Ringaskiddy and ensuring theprovision of adequate port capacity
Improved capacity to serve and enhance the key industry
cluster of multinationals and indigenous firms operating
in the Ringaskiddy/Carrigaline area, and to support the
development of the strategic IMERC maritime and energyresearch/industry cluster
The schemes catalytic and influencing role in supporting
wider regional development, including the development of
the tourism sector and of the Cork Docklands
Outside of the short term gains in construction jobs, which are
estimated at 850+, the investment of 135m to upgrade the
13km stretch of road could also be the catalyst to drive significant
investment to the high potential Irish Marine Energy Cluster
(IMERC) which the report says has potential to create over 2,000jobs. The report highlights the ability to grow jobs in the existing
Pharmaceutical Cluster by over 3,000 if the Cluster was allowed to
achieve its full potential through the utilisation of existing vacantIDA sites.
A key result from the upgrade of the N28 would be the facilitationof the Port of Corks move out of the City Docklands to the Lower
Harbour. If the Port is to be allowed not just to grow but to be
able to remain competitive it needs to expand its operational
capacity and this is impossible in its current locations. Indecon,
in the report, calculate the loss of revenue to the region, if the
Port does not expand, at 22.7billion, by 2033 and they say thenumber of jobs that would not be created if the Port stands still
would be over 57,000 over the same period.
Cork Chamber is working hard to make sure the upgrade of the
N28 is committed to by government as a priority project for the
wider South West region. To progress this priority we have held anumber of meetings with relevant Departments and Secretaries
General and have recently met with the Minister for Transport,
Tourism and Sport Leo Varadkar. We will continue to drive this
issue as we feel that the importance of this project cannot be
overstated.
Cork Chamber launches Cork to the WorldAn Updated Economic Assessment of the N28 Cork to Ringaskiddy Scheme
Gillian Keating, President Cork Chamber withMinister Leo Varadkar T.D.
(Photograph: John Sheehan Photography)
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Significant flooding has had a major and devastating impact on
businesses in Cork City since 2009. Cork Chamber has led the way
in identifying the importance of implementing an appropriateflood defence scheme for the benefit of not just the business
community but all those who live and work in this region.
We have actively engaged with public representatives at
Ministerial, Oireachtas and Council levels on this critical issue.
Facilitating ongoing dialogue with the Office of Public Works
(OPW) to ensure feedback is provided from the businesscommunity on the emerging preferred solution.
We have made submissions orally and in writing to the OPW
on our members behalf including a call for a proper public
consultation period. A key element for the success of the flood
defence project will be consultation with the local businesscommunity to afford them adequate opportunity to engage
fully with the process and prepare for potential impacts from the
works.
From our discussions with the OPW we understand that theemerging preferred solution will involve the development of a
combined tidal and fluvial forecasting system with provision of
permanent and demountable defences. Permanent defences will
likely involve a mix of flood walls and embankments dependingon the conditions prevailing in specific locations.
We are advised that the assessment of options, and determination
and detail of the preferred physical defences in specific locations
i.e. permanent vs demountable, walls vs embankments, final
positioning of defences, etc. will be evaluated having regard to
technical, economic, social and environmental considerations.
The Chamber would seek to ensure that the economic appraisalof options fully considers potential impacts (both positive and
negative, short term and long term) on the business community
within the project catchment area.
Throughout our engagement with the OPW and Cork City Council
on this matter, we have called for the phasing of the works to
ensure they are planned and undertaken in a manner that doesnot unduly impact through access restrictions, noise, dust and
other business impediments on businesses comprised within
the flood defence area. As the flood defence design process is
developed for individual locations we should be mindful of the
lessons learned from the experience gained during the delivery of
the Cork Main Drainage Scheme works in the City area.
We have also urged the OPW project team to consider the
integration of an effective flood warning system into the final
solution. The warning system should be effective in advising
those within the risk catchment of an impending flood event and
its likely severity and impact. The warning system should alsoinform businesses of what measures should be taken by them to
protect against residual risks of pluvial flooding.
Cork Chamber actively participated in the recent OPW public
consultation on the preferred solution which took place fromthe July 29th to the August 1st. Prior to this consultation we
distributed information leaflets to key flood affected areas of
the City to inform local businesses and residents about the
consultation process so that they could fully engage with andinfluence this vital flood defence solution. Cork Chamber will
continue to dedicate resources to ensuring the timely delivery ofan optimal solution for Cork.
Update on the Cork City Flood Defence Scheme
David McCarthy, Director of Policy & External Relations (Acting)
e: [email protected] or t: 021-4530147 Siobhn Bradley,Policy & Research Projects Manager
e: [email protected] or t: 021-4530132
Claire Davis, Policy & Research Executive
e: [email protected] or t: 021-4530139
In 2013 Cork City Council commissioned Colliers International to
prepare a strategy for the renewal and regeneration of Cork City
Centre. The report entitled Cork City Centre Strategy has been
completed and was recently presented to and discussed by theElected Members of Cork City Council. The Strategy proposes
actions under three categories Improvement/Development,
Marketing and Management.
The City Centre Strategy is now available for viewing at www.
corkcity.ie. Cork Chamber will be making a submission as part of
this process and I would like to invite you to review the document
and its recommendations and to send your views on the reportand how it should be implemented, by the 12hAugust, to
Have Your Say on the Cork City Centre Strategy
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Siobhn Finn,Cork innovates
Cork Convention Bureau (CCB) is pleased to report that it
generated in excess of 8.2 million worth of business for the Cork
region in 2013. The figure, which is the value of international
conferences confirmed through CCB last year, comes fromthe second annual report released by the CCB. After 2012s
resounding success of generating 7.2 million for Cork city and
county, the latest figures are very promising, with the projectedgrowth rate for the next three years at +8.5%, which could
grow to over 47 million with the completion of a dedicatedconvention centre. Another key finding of the report was that
return on Investment into the region for every 1 invested into
CCB was an impressive 30:1; with the number of jobs supported
by the CCB estimated at 300, based on Filte Ireland figures.
With a team of just three fulltime staff, the CCB has been workingnon-stop promoting the region to national and international
markets. Last year alone the CCB team hosted three major
familiarisation visits from European destinations, attended 11
international trade shows, hosted multiple on-site visits from
major national and international influencers and decision makers,
including information events for the Cork Academia in UCC,Tyndall and CIT, Meet in Cork local events, plus numerous sales
calls in Dublin, London, Manchester, Paris, and Brussels.
Cork innovates, an initiative driving entrepreneurship in the
Cork region, has been announced as the only Irish Winner for the
prestigious European Enterprise Promotion Awards (EEPA) 2014.
The EEPA awards recognise and reward the most imaginative andsuccessful initiatives from EU public bodies and public-private
partnerships which support entrepreneurship, and small and
medium sized enterprises.
I am delighted that Cork innovates has been named as the Irish
Winner in the award category promoting the entrepreneurial
spirit and that it is getting such Prominent European recognition,said Siobhan Finn, Project Director, Cork innovates. Clearly,
the model has made a significant impact in promoting an
entrepreneurial spirit in the community. We, as a group, are firmly
committed to building on the entrepreneurial environment
through mutual engagement and alignments with externalstakeholder groups, supporting entrepreneurs and the extended
business community, she added.
Cork innovates was established in 2012 when Cork City Council
and Cork County Council, along with Cork Chamber, UCC, CIT, theLocal Enterprise Offices, Enterprise Ireland, CorkBIC and South
West Regional Authority formed the Cork Entrepreneurship
Steering Group.
The number of startups in Cork has almost doubled from 800
in 2012 to 1542 in 2013. The Cork innovates InBusiness InCork
showcase is specifically targeted to SMEs and startups and
entrepreneurs and has attracted and supported more than 2,800business people and potential startups since the initial showcase
in 2012. The Cork innovates bursaries are also actively helping
two Cork businesses grow and expand their companies, with a
view to creating more jobs. Category winner will be announced
at the 2014 SME Assembly in Naples, Italy, in October. For further
information visit http://ec.europa.eu/. For more go to www.
corkinnovates.com
Follow us on twitter
Join us on LinkedIn
Like us on Facebook
Cork innovates is National Winner of the European EnterprisePromotion Awards 2014
CCB reports 8.2m revenue for Cork
Cork Foundation have appointed
Heather McGuire as Chief Executive
Officer. Heather has an impressive
sales and management backgroundspanning both Europe and the US.
She spent 16 years working in media
in New York City, San Franciscoand Chicago, fulfilling senior Sales
Management roles at DiscoveryChannel and Screenvision. She was
the Deputy Managing Director at
Titan Ireland from 2006 to 2009
before being transferred back to the
USA. During her time at Titan, the
largest transit advertising company in the US and one of thelargest out-of-home media companies worldwide, she sat on
the Executive Committee. Most recently she served as Executive
Vice President for Smart Tap LLC, the philanthropic organisation
dedicated to creating environmentally sound solutions to ensure
municipal tap water is more accessible worldwide. With her
extensive international experience, she will leverage her overseasrelationships to engage the Irish Diaspora community. She will
work to achieve global support for Cork Foundation, linking
Corks deserving enterprises with fund contributors around the
world, thus driving employment and economy in the Cork region.
Cork Foundation appoints CEO
Heather McGuire, Cork Foundation
Save the Date
InBusiness InCork Showcase
14thNovember 2014
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connectingWe welcome the following new members
Patrick Doyle,Membership Development Manager
e: [email protected] or t: 021-4530145
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Advertising/Marketing/MarketResearchSOS Business Services Ltd
SOS Busines Services operate a
number of companies in the region:Mail Boxes, MBE Design & Print, City
Express Logistics,ParcelDirect.ie,Insert
Title Magazine and Green Shield Labs
a unique development for Start Upsand young companies in the Cork
region.
Contact: Stephen O'Sullivan
T: (021) 4975060E: [email protected]
Education/Training/LanguagesLillian Courtney CoachingLillian Courtney is Irelands up and
coming number one mentor business
+ life coach.Contact: Lillian Courtney
T: (086) 0339842
W:www.lilliancourtneycoaching.com
OPTIME-IZE
Optime-ize provides food & beverage
business training & consulting tooptimize your business model. This
includes - building quality brands in
International markets & converting
market insights into real & operatingsolutions.
Contact: Noreen O'Connell
T: (087) 9396750E: [email protected]
UCC Academy Limited
The development & delivery ofinnovative teaching & research
Contact: Arlene Vithaldas
T: (021) 4205474
E: [email protected]:www.ucc.ie/en/ocla/univcomp/
uccacad/
Food/DrinkO'Flynns Gourmet Sausage Co.
O'Flynns have been making sausages
since the early 1900's and can boasta wide range of sausages with
something for every taste.
Contact: Declan O'Flynn
T: (021) 4274422E: [email protected]
W: www.oflynnsgourmetsausages.ie
The Old Oak BarWe can host functions from Company
parties, fun nights, Corporate Events,
staff night outs. We also have private
rooms that can cater from 20 to 250people.
Contact: Kevin Cottrell
T: (021) 4276165E: [email protected]
W: www.oldoak.ie
The Rocket ManA street food company who have asalad bar in Princes Street in Cork City.
Also do farmers markets & cater for
events.
Contact: Jack CrottyT: (086) 8229624
W: www.facebook.com/
therocketmancork
Freight Forwarder/Shipping Agent
Macroom HaulageMacroom Haulage is Ireland'slargest
bulk haulage/distribution specialist
covering Ireland & UK.Contact: Paddy MurphyT: (026) 41887
W: www.macroomhaulage.com
Fuel/Energy
Brookfield Renewable Energy
Group
Brookfield Energy Group haverecently completed the acquisition
of the wind energy assets of Bord
Gais Energy. Brookfield operatesone of the largest publicly-traded,
renewable power platforms across
the US,Canada,Brazil & Europe.
Contact: George MartinT: (021) 4907200
W: www.brookfieldrenewable.com
Hotel/GuesthouseInnishannon House Hotel
Innishannon House is an intimate,
family run hotel in West Cork. Built in
1720, the hotel is situated along theBandon River amongst 10 acres of
beautiful gardens.
Contact: Shane RocheT: (021) 4775121
W: www.innishannonhousehotel.ie
The Kingsley Hotel
A member of The Fota Collection, the
Kingsley Hotel is a luxury 4 Star Cork
Hotel with 131 spacious and modernguest rooms. The Kingsley has
substantial & attractive conferencing
facilities with 8 business suites & an
elegant function room.Contact: Paul O'Connell
T: (021) 4800500
E: paulo'[email protected]: www.thekingsley.ie
Wholesalers
Barkat Home Collection Ltd
Import textile goods from PakistanContact: Muhammad Barkat
T: (083) 4381913
E: muhammad.bhcl.ie@~gmail.com
Management ConsultantsCustomsTradeSolutionsCompany offers businesses the ability
to take charge of their international
trade affairs including Duty and VAT
savings.Contact: Kieran Darcy
T: (087) 2996308
W: www.customstradesolutions.ie
Media/Publishing/Video
ProductionNewstalk
Independent radio station in Ireland.
It is operated by Communicorp andis Irelands national news and sportsradio stations.
Contact: Aiden Walsh
T: (01) 6445100
E: [email protected]: www.newstalk.ie
Medical Services/Supplies
Bon Secours HealthcareBon Secours Hospital Cork opened
its doors in 1915. It is now one of
the largest independent CatholicHospitals in Europe with 343 beds,
catering for up 18,000 admissions
and 29,000 outpatient attendances
per year.Contact: Caroline McGarry
T: (021) 4543511
W: www.bonsecours.ie/cork
Office Supplies/Equipment/
Furniture
CopyquipThe supply and service of
photocopiers, printers,document
scanners,digital print and documentmanagement solutions.
Contact: Damian Boylan
T: (021) 4892720
E: [email protected]: www.copyquip.ie
Recruitment/Executive Search
Adecco IrelandThe world's leading provider of HR
Solutions. The services offered fall
into the categories of temporary
staffing, permanent placement,careertransition, talent debvelopment as
well as outsourcing and consulting.
Contact: Jennifer O'SullivanT: (021) 4273830
W: www.adecco.ie
Recruitment/Executive SearchKeltia Ireland LtdKeltia Ireland, started in Cork in 2012,
specialises in engineering recruitment
and computer aided design training
services for Solidworks & CATIA V5.Contact: Kevin Burtchaell
T: (087) 1631859
W: www.keltia-ireland.ie
Retail
TilehavenWholesale retail tiles,timber flooring
and bathroom ware throughout the
country to residential and commercialmarkets. We specialise in large formattile with Microban technology
Contact: Ray O'Leary
T: (021) 4304259
E: [email protected]: www.tilehaven.ie
Vibes and Scribes
Vibes and Scribes are specialists innew, bargain & second hand books in
Cork City.
Contact: Joan LuceyT: (021) 4505370
W: www.vibesandscribes.ie
Software/Software Services
Skytech
Skytech specialises in efficient
& affordable IT Solutions fromhardware upgrades and installations
to software installations.
Contact: Albertas Kukys
T: (087) 9203154E: [email protected]
W: www.skytech.ie
Web Design
Spiralli
Spiralli Business Solutions is a Cork
web design, web development andtraining business providing websites
to businesses of all sizes.
Contact: Ivan O'Donoghue
T: (022) 55002E: [email protected]
W: www.spiralli.ie
CharityAge Action
Age Action is a charity which
promotes positive ageing & betterpolicies & services for older people.
Contact: Julie Oates
T: (021) 4536554
W:www.ageaction.ie/age-action-south
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CHAMBER LINK
Cork Chamber Business School has an evolving portfolio of executive training courses which are subsidised by Skillnets
Limited, thereby allowing us to provide excellent courses which are exceptionally good value for money.
The funding subsidy applied enables you to achieve significant savings and allows you to maximise the valueyou get
from your training budget.
All of our courses are locally delivered, our trainers are leaders in their respective fields and are selected following a
rigorous procurement process.
All of our courses can be tailored to suit the specific needs of your company.
Training is no longer a luxury item for businesses, the business performance of your company will be improved when you
invest in your most important asset, your people.
Invest in your people Invest in your business
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Norma Lynch,Business School Manager
e: [email protected] or t: 021-4530142 Aoife Dunne,Business School Executive
e: [email protected] or t: 021-4530141
Sample of some of the courses that are coming up soon!Dale Carnegie High Impact Presentations
Dates: 14th& 15thAugust
Member Rate: 950.00
The experience in this programme is as close as you can get tohaving a personal coach. You begin presenting from almost the
moment you walk into the class. You present at least seven times
over the course of 2 days. The class is small. The environment is
supportive. The work is intense. The results are outstanding.
Certificate in Train the Trainer (FETAC Level 6)
Dates: 11th, 18thand 25thSeptember
Member Rate: 450.00This course is designed to equip learners with the knowledge and
skills necessary to design, deliver, assess and evaluate training
programmes. It is suitable for people who are working in thearea of training and development or who will soon be assuming
a training position within their organisation. Participants on this
course will gain practical experience and recognised certification
as trainers.
Lean Six Sigma (Green Belt)Dates: 11th& 12th Sep, 23rd& 24thSep, 7th& 8thOct, 21stOct,
28thOct
Member Rate: 950.00
Lean Six Sigma Green Belts are vital assets to any business.
They are key employees equipped with specialist tools to makechanges for the better happen. Green Belt Training includes Lean,
Six Sigma and Change Management tools and methodologies.
The training focuses on utilizing the most common Lean Six
Sigma and Change Management tools in the execution of
medium complexity projects.
Dynamic HR Business Partner
Dates: 16th& 30thSeptember
Member Rate: 260.00
The programme aims to develop participants skills and influence
as a valued Human Resources Business Partner, to enable them
to clearly define and present the value of HR to business leadersthrough effective use of a suite of tools and techniques. It is
designed to help participants to enhance their ability to influenceacross the business. The course also provides an overview to
managing some of the key challenges for HR business partners.
Certificate in Supervisory Management (FETAC Level 6)
Dates: 17th& 24thSep, 1stand 22nd Oct
Member Rate: 500.00
This course is designed to provide the learner with theknowledge, practical skills and understanding required to
operate effectively as a Supervisor or Front Line Manager.
Participants will acquire the theoretical knowledge enabling
them to understand the role and responsibilities of a supervisor;
a range of supervisory and management skills; develop goodinterpersonal communication skills and develop good work
practices appropriate to their role as supervisor/line manager.
Certificate in Business & Executive Coaching Leadership
(FETAC Level 6)
Dates: 19thSeptember, October 1st& 2nd, November 5th& 6th,December 4th
Member Rate: 720.00
Business Coaching for Peak Performance is designed to
provide those with responsibilities for developing workplace
competencies with the skills needed to develop individual
performance in others. It is designed to create an understandingof the organisational and workplace context within which
performance and individual career development takes place and
it will provide the skills, knowledge and tools required to carry out
effective coaching in the workplace. Coaching is about unlocking
a persons potential to maximise their performance.
Biznetcork Skillnet and Munster Finuas Networks are funded by member companies and the Training Networks
Programme and Finuas Networks Programme respectively, initiatives of Skillnets Ltd. funded from the National
Training Fund through the Department of Education and Skill s
Dale Carnegie High Impact Presentations 14th& 15thAug
MS Excel Intermediate 28thAug
Project Management Professional 9th, 10th& 11thSept
Lean Six Sigma (Green Belt) 11thSept - 28thOct
Train the Trainer (FETAC Level 6) 11th, 18th& 25th SeptMS PowerPoint 11thSept
Dynamic HR Business Partner 16th& 30thSeptCert. in Supervisory Management 17th& 24thSept,
(FETAC Level 6) 1st & 22ndOct
Personal Productivity using MS Outlook 18thSept
E-Mail & Business Writing 18thSept
Cert. in Business & Executive Coaching 19thSept 4thDec
Conflict Management 22ndSept
Increasing Sales by Telephone 23rdSeptEffective Presentation Skills 30thSept
Upcoming Training Courses
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international
CHAMBER LINK
On August 28, 2014, the American Irish Business Forum will be
taking place at Croke Park in Dublin. This business Conference
will focus specifically on trade and enterprise between Ireland
and Florida/Pennsylvania, it will bring together high level
stakeholders from both the public and private sectors to explore
opportunities in the following sectors:
Energy
Infrastructure
ICT
Life Sciences/Pharma/Bio Tech
Agribusiness Manufacturing
Higher Education (incl R&D)
The one-day conference will be of interest to: Multinational
corporations, Mid-sized businesses, Small and medium-sized
enterprises, Governmental organisations and Professional trade
bodies.
The 2014 American Irish Business Forum will be staged againstthe backdrop of The Croke Park Classic American Football game
in Dublin on the same weekend, it is an great opportunity to
develop strong business ties to enterprise, industry & community
leaders from the states of Florida and Pennsylvania for the near
and long term.
For further information, e: [email protected] or go www.
aibusinessforum.com
SME Survey in the context of the Transatlantic Trade & Investment
Partnership between the European Union and the United States of America
Irish SMEs are invited to participate in a survey to provide vitalinformation regarding the trade barriers currently faced byEuropean industries and individual companies, in the US.
The European Union (EU) and the US are currently negotiating a
trade agreement, called the Transatlantic Trade and Investment
Partnership (TTIP). Its aim is to boost both economies by making
it easier to sell products and services across the Atlantic especially for small and medium sized enterprises, while keeping
a high level of protection of consumers, the environment etc.
For Irish businesses, this could mean lower costs and business
expansion through the elimination of customs duties that
customers or potential customers in the US have to pay on the
products export from Ireland. It could also mean the eliminationof customs duties on goods imported by Irish SMEs from the US
and it could make it easier for Irish companies to comply with
health, safety and other administrative requirements in the US
and conversely for US suppliers to comply with EU requirements.
Overall, an ambitious TTIP would boost total EU exports to the USby 28%, equivalent to an additional 187 billion worth of exports
of EU goods and services. By contributing to this survey you will
be helping to make sure your business is part of this growth.
To complete the survey go to: http://bit.ly/SMEttipSurvey
2014 American - Irish Business Forum August 28, Croke Park, Dublin
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Liz McAvoy,EU Trade & Innovation Services Manager (Acting)
e: [email protected] or t: 021-4530137
Eimear O'Mullane,EU Trade & Innovation Services Executive
e: [email protected] or t: 021-4530138 Imelda Mulcahy,Export Documentation Manager
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International Visitors to Cork
ChamberJiading District of ShanghaiA delegation from the Jiading District of Shanghai, China, visited
Cork Chamber on July 16thto exchange information on business
co-operations between the Jiading District, Shanghai and Cork.
Delegation Lead and Director of the Peoples Congress Standing
Committee of Jiading District Mr Wu Chen outlined the ambitiousplans of the District to create a new North Honqiao Business
Town that will accommodate Business & Industry (Electronics,
eCommerce, Bio-Med), Retail and Leisure and Creative Culture
facilities. The development will also accommodate residential
communities and education facilities all of which will bedesigned to the highest ecological standards and networked to
Shanghai and the rest of China with a state of the art transport
infrastructure. It is envisaged that the new North Honqiao
Business Town will be completed within 5 years. Co-operations in
education were of particular interest to the visiting delegation.
Czech RepublicH.E. Mrs Hana Mottlova, Ambassador of
the Czech Republic to Ireland outlinedthe commitment of the Embassy to
further develop trading opportunitiesbetween the Czech Republic and Cork.
The dominant Czech industries; auto,
engineering and machine engineering,
mining, pharma petro chemical, food
production and energy offer significant
opportunities for trade and investmentpartnerships between the two countries
as was illustrated by the trade success
of Irish companies in the Engineering,
Electronic and Software sectors on the
Enterprise Ireland trade mission to Prague
in 2013.
EU Mission for Growth to China to
help enterprises benefit from major
growth regions in the world
Under the theme of Mission for Growth, the EU Commission will
lead a trade mission to Chengdu, China from 21stto 23rdOctober
2014. The mission seeks to offer a unique opportunity for SMEs
to meet selected businesses in fast growing markets, the draftprogramme is available at http://bit.ly/missionchina.
European Commission Vice-President Antonio Tajani remarked
that; "Major non-EU markets with strong growth rates represent
significant opportunities for EU enterprises. SMEs are Europe'smain economic strength, to help them to better exploit their
potential in the global arena it is our clear priority to boost (SME)
competitiveness and create employment."
Why should SMEs join the mission?
The Mission will programme meetings with local entrepreneursin Chengdu as well as high level political representatives and key
industry leaders. The mission will coincide with the IX EU-China
Fair, in Chengdu which attracted in 2013 over 3,000 Chinese
companies and 1572 European companies and generated 10,000
B2B meetings.
The EU trade mission to Chengdu will focus on the followingsectors:
Environmental protection
Renewable energy
Bio-pharmacy and bio-technology
Modern agriculture (incl. organic agriculture, food quality &
security, R&D-agricultural science & technology)
Aviation
ICT
For further information contact: [email protected]
Ann-Marie OSullivan, Deputy President Cork Chamber welcomes Wu Chen, Director, The
Peoples Congress of Jiading District, Shanghai and Yuan Hang, Director, Jiangqiao Town,
Jiading and the Jiading delegation to Cork.
H.E. Hana Mottlova, Czech
Ambassador
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Cork Chamber Annual Golf Classic 2014
in association with
Trevor Norris, Golf Course & Grounds Superintendent, Castlemartyr Resort; Mark Hopkins, Chair
Golf Classic Task Force Ger Moloney, BAM Group Ireland (Sponsor) and Gillian Keating, President
Cork Chamber. (Photograph: John Sheehan Photography)
Cork Chamber is delighted to announce a new partnership
with BAM Group Ireland for the Cork Chamber Annual Golf
Classic 2014, which will take place again in the picturesque
surrounds of the Castlemartyr Golf Resort. The Golf Classic
is always a great day out and is suitable for individuals or
teams, so you can network with fellow members on the
golf course or entertain a team of clients on the day.
This event is a fourball scramble and always offers plentyof challenges as well as some great prizes to be won on the
day. The Golf Classic Event continues to offer fantastic value
for money, with your entry fee including refreshments
for you and your team on arrival, a full round of golf at
Castlemartyr, burgers at the 9th tee, as well as music,
entertainment and a full BBQ, as well as a Beat the Pro
putting competition. You will also receive a goody bag and
a chance to win some top-notch prizes, including a chance
to win a brand new car courtesy of the CAB Motor Group as
part of the Hole In One charity competition.
Please remember to include your golf club and GUI/ILGU
Handicap when booking, as well as your general request
for a time*
*Please note that while we strive to accommodate
everyone time-wise, it may not be possible to meet your
exact time requirement, so we ask you to be as flexible as
possible.
www.corkchamber.ie/events/
Ger Moloney, BAM Group Ireland (Sponsor) with Gillian Keating, President Cork
Chamber and Mark Hopkins, Chair Golf C lassic Task Force.
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Business Owners HubAre you a start-up or an already established SME?
The Cork Chamber Business Owners Hub is where a small group of business owners meet regularly, in a safe and confidential
environment to share issues and experiences, helping each other and themselves with the daily challenges facing businesses today.
The hubs are fully facilitated by Cork Chamber and also offer members the opportunity to focus on some key areas for their business
including finance, legal, hr and marketing topics.
For only 4 hours over a 4 week period,you can transform your company by availing of this free service from Cork Chamber. You can
bring your own case studies to the table and receive help and support from your peers, as well as being in a unique position to help
other companies and yourself, by sharing your experiences and solutions.
Companies involved in the hub range from new start-ups to long-established businesses, all with something to bring to the table.
Because of the small intimate grouping for the Hub, its also possible to have each topic week customised to help solve your particularqueries under all of the headings, thus providing a fully bespoke event, which will help you to revolutionise your business.
As a group of peers, we ask that you commit to the 4 week programme in order to get the most from it. This will help you network
effectively with other business owners and help you to grow your own network from this Hub.
What our Business Owners Hub Alumni Say
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before each event. After this all places will be charged. This policy applies to all events.
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Upcoming Events - Book Now on www.corkchamber.ie
This popular annual event is held in association with the Ireland France Chamber of
Commerce and is a unique day out, giving Cork Chamber members an opportunity to seewhat the Pont Aven ferry has to offer as well as a chance to entertain clients and colleagues
on board this fantastic Brittany Ferries link to France.
Your ticket price includes a pre-lunch Apritif reception drinks reception in the bar and deck
area of the ship, followed by a sumptuous luncheon cooked by the best of French chefs and
served with a selection of French wines.
Book on www.corkchamber.ie
Networking Lunch on Board the Pont Aven
12.00pm 3.00pm, Saturday 13thSeptember, Pont Aven, Ringaskiddy
(Gates Close/Last Chance to Board at 12.20pm)
55 members / 60 non members
Cork Chamber and BAM Group Ireland will partner this year to bring you one of the highlights
in the Cork Chamber Calendar, the Annual Golf Classic, which will this year take place in the
stunning resort at Castlemartyr. The event as always will take a fourball scramble format, and
there will be plenty of prizes and goody bags on the day, as well as delicious food, music and
entertainment for all guests. We look forward to seeing you again at this event! This is one of
our most popular events, so please book now to avoid disappointment.
Please remember to include your golf club and GUI/ILGU Handicap when booking.
Book on www.corkchamber.ie/upcoming/events
Annual Golf Classic 2014 in association withgroup Ireland
Thursday 4thSeptember 2014, Castlemartyr Resort
60.00/240 for team of 4
Cork Chamber is joining forces with The Sunday Business Post and Chambers Ireland to bring
you an event, which will give members an economic overview and the challenges facing
businesses today, as well as focussing on the strong opportunities in this region in the Agri-
Food and Marine sectors.
Business Editor Pat Leahy, and award winning journalist and SME specialist Ian Keohe willspeak about the upcoming Budget 2014 and how it will affect business, both nationally and
locally. Rosemary Sexton from Enterprise Ireland will talk about the many opportunities for
SMEs coming out of the fast-growing Agri-Food sector, and Valerie Cummins, Director of
IMERC will highlight the vast potential within the Marine and Energy research cluster.
Sunday Business Post Economic Overview & Pre-Budget Panel Discussion
5.00pm 7.00pm, Tuesday 16thSeptember, Clarion Hotel
FREE for Cork Chamber members
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The stage is set for a great Business After Hours event in the Blue Angel Bar at the Cork Opera
House in September. Cork Opera House is the iconic cultural venue of Cork City and next yearwill celebrate its 160thanniversary. The past three years have seen big changes & a return to
profitability driven by a fantastic programme which truly offers entertainment for everyone.
In addition to the 930 seater auditorium, Cork Opera House has a private bar & a VIP
entertainment space the quirky Elbow Room. Join with your fellow Cork Chamber membersat the top of the House and enjoy the stunning views of Cork City, the hospitality of the Cork
Opera House and most importantly, the many networking opportunities!
After Hours at the Cork Opera House
5.30pm 7.00pm, Wednesday 17thSeptember, Cork Opera House, Blue Angel Bar
FREE for Cork Chamber members
Mark your DiaryCork Chambers Dublin Dinner
in association with EY,
Tuesday 18thNovember
in the Doubletree Hilton Hotel
Cork Chamber is proud to announce Jim Barry as the guest speaker for the September BusinessBreakfast. Jim Barry is the Managing Director of Barry Group which was founded by his father
James A in 1955.
Jim has led Barry Group to being one of Irelands leading Wholesale Distribution companies. He
believes passionately in developing a positive team environment which has proven to be vital
in the journey of delivering superior customer service to all of Barry Groups valued customers.One of Jims proudest moments was his nomination as a finalist in the 2010 Ernest & Young
Entrepreneur of the Year awards.
Jim takes great pride in the fact that Barry Group has been listed as one of Deloittes Best
Managed Companies since 2010 and achieved Gold Standard in this category in 2013 as well asbeing the recipient of a host of other awards which were a great vindication of the companys
commitment to consistently raising standards.
Join with your Cork Chamber colleagues to hear Jim speak about one of Corks largest success
stories.
Business Breakfast in association with
7.30am 9.00am , Thursday 25thSeptember, Imperial Hotel
25 members / 35 non-members
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Cork Chamber in association with Aviva Health hosted a veryenergetic Speed Networking event at the River Lee Hotel on
Thursday 24thJuly. Despite the sweltering heat, over 60 Cork
Chamber companies kept their cool during this intense speed
networking exercise. The event consists of 3 minute slots, where
each side of the table must do their own pitch and after the
bell rings, one side of the table moves to the left and the other
remains stationary. Participants met close to 20 contacts due tothis format, so an ideal event for anyone wanting to promote
their business at large.
The next Speed Networking Event will take place in October, so
watch this space for more details!
Susan O'Callaghan, Aviva Health (Sponsor) with Gillian Keating, President Cork
Chamber, (Photographs: John Sheehan)
Ivan O'Donoghue, Spiralli; Sarah Walsh, Hays and Andy Gibson, Andy
Gibson Photography
Ray O'Leary, Tilehaven; Ivan Lavelle, Forza Direct Marketing; Rob
Finucane, Parking People and Andy Bayne, Bayne International.
Speed Networking at the River Lee Hotel
Mark Kingston, GroupBooked; Alan Dorgan, AIB andClaire Myler, The
River Lee Hotel.
Speed Networking underway!
Maria O'Riordan, Brookfield Leisure Centre
with Bill Sweetnam, All Fresh Ltd.
Anne O'Dwyer, Alpha Wealth with Elaine
Courtney, The Malton Hotel.
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Cork Chamber held a partnered event with the National
Recruitment Federation on Thursday 3rd July at the Clarion
Hotel. Both NRF and Cork Chamber members joined together tohear many in-depth views on the future of recruitment and the
changing methodologies required. Times are moving fast and
the recruitment industry is no different, needing to keep on the
cutting edge of technology as well as ensuring the right talent for
each growing sector.
Speakers included Eva deLacy Staunton from LinkedIn, Barbara
McGrath, NRF Vice President, Anthony OMara, former CEO of
Voxpro and Trend Micro and Phil Prendergast, former MEP. Thelively panel discussion was chaired by Conor Healy, CEO of Cork
Chamber.
partnered event
The Future is Now!Cork Chamber in association with the National Recruitment Federation
Niamh McCarthy, Morgan McKinley with
Darragh Duggan, PE Global.
Marie O'Driscoll, Sigmar Recruitment (centre) with Aishling
Edwards and Karen Griffin, HRM Recruitment.
Conor Healy, Cork Chamber with Geraldine King, Director
of the National Recruitment Federation.
Mandy Devlin, Karen Brennockand Aoife Lomasneyfrom
FRS Recruitment.
Bryan Hyland, Morgan McKinley; Eva De Lacy Staunton, LinkedIn; Anthony O'Mara, Cork innovates;
Phil Prendergast, Speaker; Robert Smith, Arithon; Barbara McGrath, NRF and Conor Healy, Chief
Executive Cork Chamber. (Photographs: Ger McCarthy)
The Future is now underway.
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Ruth Scanlon joins Fastnet
Recruitment
Fastnet Recruitment & Search is
delighted to announce the appointment
of Ruth Scanlan as Lead Recruitment
Consultant for the Engineering Division.This appointment follows a sustained
increase in demand for specialist hires
in the Life Sciences and Food/Agri
sectors. Having started her career in QA
in the manufacturing industry in the UK,Ruth has an in-depth knowledge and
understanding of client requirements
and brings over 15 years experience in
technical recruitment with a proven track
record in sourcing experienced Engineers
for clients in Ireland, UK, US, Puerto Ricoand Australia. Ruth holds a Bachelor
of Science (BSc) in Food Science and
Nutrition from University of Surrey, as well
as qualifications in Sales & Marketing.
Lehane Motors expands team
Lehane Motors, the Toyota Dealer for
Cork City, is delighted to welcome a new
addition to their Sales team with therecent appointment of John Hayes. John,
who comes from Blackrock, Cork, has over
25 years experience in the motor industry
and has worked across a number of major
franchises including Nissan, Opel, Seat and
Honda. For the past six years, John has
worked at Kevin O'Learys Opel and Hondadealership in Silver Springs. Prior to that
he spent 19 years at their Nissan and Seat
dealership in the South Douglas Road.
With Lehane Motors' upcoming move to
the South Douglas Road in August, John'slocal knowledge will no doubt make the
transition a smooth one.
Granite Digital Expands
Granite Digital is delighted to announce
the appointment of Artur Gonalves
as ColdFusion developer as a resultof their continued rapid growth. A
Computer Engineer from Portugal, Artur is
responsible for all aspects of website, web
application and ecommerce development.
Artur joined us from Group Travel
Technologies, an American company
based in Portugal, where his primaryfocus was in ColdFusion Web Applications
for the travel industry in the USA. With a
special interest in web technologies he
is always striving to be up to date on all
matters and issues related to the subject.Artur holds a Bachelor of Science from the
University of Evora and a Post-Graduate in
Computer Engineering from the University
of Algarve.
ArturGonalves, Granite DigitalJohn Hayes, Lehane MotorsRuth Scanlon, Fastnet Recruitment
New appointment at PimsBryan Larkin has joined the Pims
Sage200 team, Bryan is an FCCA whoalso holds a Bachelor of Arts (Hons)
degree in Business and Financial
Studies from W.I.T. He gained a
wealth of Multi-National business
implementation and consulting
experience with KPMG ManagementConsulting. He gained Black Belt
process improvement status whilst
working with Honeywell and has
managed may process improvement
projects during his time withHoneywell. Bryan has project managed many implementation and
process improvement projects from Multi- user Multi- Site payroll
consolidations, Purchase Order and Expense Claim systems. Bryan
also part-time lectures in a range of subjects at W.I.T.
Bryan Larkin, Pims
Tom Fox, Partner and Richard Martin, Managing Partner with Brendan Cunningham,
Partner.
New Partner at Ronan Daly Jermyn
Ronan Daly Jermyn are delighted to announce that Brendan
Cunningham has joined the firm as a Partner where he will
work in the firm's Banking Department.
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Norma Connolly, Senior Mammographer andCarol O'Sullivan, Clinical SpecialistMammography.
KMC Elevation accepted into CIRI
KMC Elevation, Cork's premier design and build company,
are delighted to announce their recent acceptance into CIRI,
Construction Industry Registration Ireland. Building companies
must be registered with CIRI to build any new house or extensionrequiring planning permission where a commencement notice
is lodged after March 1stof this year under the new amended
building regulations. KMC Elevation had to lodge a detailed
submission encompassing their professional qualifications and
building portfolio and were delighted when accepted. Though astrenuous and onerous system we broadly welcome this process
of regulation as a means of protecting both home-owners and
reputable building firms in Ireland.
A first at the Bon Secours Hospital
Bon Secours Hospital Cork is the first location in the Republic of
Ireland to offer digital breast tomosynthesis (DBT). DBT will bebeneficial to women who are referred to the Hospital with breast
symptoms and for those who require regular screening. This
new DBT will be offered as standard to all women who require
mammography. Commenting on the announcement, Dr Vincent
McDermott, Consultant Radiologist said, The introduction of
DBT at the Bon Secours Hospital Cork represents a significantadvancement in the diagnosis of breast cancer. This technology
allows for improved mammographic assessment of breast tissue,which is key to accurate and earlier diagnosis of breast cancer.''
Microsoft award for Strencom
Strencom, the only Irish provider of Unified Communications as a
Service (UCaaS), has been awarded Irish Microsoft Partner of the
Year for Communications. Strencom was recognised by Microsoftfor a second year running due to its market leading position
for UCaaS in Ireland and its substantial growth in new business
over the past twelve months. In 2013, Strencom was awarded
Microsoft Ireland Hosting Partner of the Year. Speaking from
Washington D.C. where the awards were held, Tim Murphy, CEO,
Strencom said, "To be presented with an award from Microsoftfor a second consecutive year is testament to the quality, skill and
commitment of our team. We have spent 4 years building out a
world class hosted solution, and it's fantastic that this innovation
and hard work has been recognised again by Microsoft and the
industry."
Regus Opens New Business Lounge
Global workplace provider Regus has just opened a business
lounge in their centre in City Gate, Mahon. The company has
pioneered flexible working for the last 25 years and the addition
to the Cork offering is the first of several opportunities beinglooked at as they try to increase their Cork, Irish and global
footprint. General Manager Emmet Foley said Its great to add the
business lounge to the current centre. There is a definite need for
a mobile working platform in Cork and hopefully this will be the
first of many. We are looking to invest in the local and national
market and build the network. With the advances in technology,
flexible working is what people want. Its a mindset and hereto stay. This is another plus for the already thriving City Gate
business / IT hub. The Cork centre caters for over 100 companies
all of which have access to their global network.
IGNITE Annual Awards and Showcase
This year's IGNITE Graduate Business Innovation Programme
Awards and Showcase celebrated the progress and achievements
to date of the ten graduate led start-ups who participated in the2013/14, 9 month business incubation programme, marking an
important milestone with the completion of the fourth phase of
the successful entrepreneurial programme. The top award, the
Bank of Ireland/ IGNITE Business of the Year Award 2014, was
presented to PunditArena.com founders, UCC graduates RichardBarrett and Ross ODwyer. Following deliberation, the judgesagreed that Richard and Ross best demonstrated the potential to
build a business that can achieve growth and create sustainable
employment.
Ross ODwyer andRichard Barrett, co-founders, PunditArena.com
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Kayleigh Houlihanand Emmet Foleyof Regus (front of picture) officially open the re-vamped
Business Lounge at Regus, Citygate, Cork with Regus ClientsJohn Watsonof Emcor and
Annmarie Tobinof Annmarie Tobin Solicitors.
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Irish Sales Champion!
Quintas Wealth Management is delighted to announce that
Anne ODoherty, one of its Senior Wealth Managers has won
the Champion Sales Advisor/Consultant in the financial services
category of the Irish Sales Champion Awards. The Champion Sales
Advisor/Consultant award category recognises the level of skillrequired to successfully engage in consultative selling of Financial
Services based on client individual needs. Anne has been a Senior
Wealth Manager with Quintas Wealth Management since March
2010.
Essential French Cork scoops Award
Essential French's innovative use of Social Media was recognised
at the Bord Gais Social Media Awards at its recent annual awardsceremony. The Cork Grinds College beat off stiff competition to
win the Award for Experimental Use of Social Media. Following
the event, Natasha Lynch, Director of Essential French (pictured)
stated We are gobsmacked
to win the award against such
amazingly brilliant and wellrecognised brands. Our students
are thrilled as they play such a
vital role in helping us with ideas
and themes for our social mediacampaigns. Winning the award is
a true testament to the creativitythat goes on behind the scenes
with the Essential French team.
Wedding Bells in the Air
A free wedding Open Day will be held at Innishannon House
Hotel in Innishannon, West Cork on Sunday 31st August (4-6pm).
The experienced and dedicated management team will be on
hand to showcase the exquisite property and to answer anyquestions. Innishannon House Hotel is an intimate, family run
hotel, based in Innishannon, Co Cork. Built in 1740, the hotelis located along the Bandon River and set amongst beautiful
gardens. The hotel was taken over by the Roche family in 2005
and caters for small and large functions as well as romantic
and family getaway breaks. For more information visit www.innishannon-hotel.ie
Microsoft Cloud Partner award for PFH
Leading ICT company, PFH Technology Group, headquartered
in Dublin, has been announced as the Microsoft Ireland 'SMB
Cloud Partner of The Year' for 2014 at the Microsoft Worldwide
Partner Conference, in Washington D.C. The award from Microsoftrecognised PFHs exemplary contributions and innovative
solutions. PFH Technology Group, Ireland's largest independent
ICT provider and the country's first Microsoft Gold Accredited
Partner, received the award in recognition of its expert lead
implementation of the Microsoft Cloud stack for its Customers.
Summer Camp's not just for Kids!
This year Age Action Getting Started decided that the kidsshouldn't be the ones to have fun at their summer camps. So theorganised an Over 55s Computer Summer Camp at Ennismore
Retreat Centre, Montenotte. 12 learners benefited from the
individual tuition from 12 patient volunteer tutors in the lovely
settings of the Retreat Centre. Some people brought their iPads,
some their laptops and some nothing. All at different levels but
all uncertain and wanting to understand more about computers.With the help of their patient tutors sitting at their side (one on
one) and thanks to the relaxed coffee breaks, everyone left the
class with a new improved understanding of technology and how
to make it work for them, in touch with family and friends and in
more control.
Facility Management Award for Camfil
At the recent Facility Management Awards 2014 Camfil Ireland
received the Client/Service Provider Award. This award was givento the companies that showed
how a collaboration between
companies can be successful
to all parties. This Collaboration
Award was given for a jointventure between Camfil Ireland,
Dublin City University (DCU) and
the Service Company that was
on site in DCU. Camfil preformed
trials of their Hi-Flo XLT bag filteron the DCU premises to showthe types of savings that can be
achieved. This project was a huge
success to all parties.
Donna O'Connor, Event Organiser presenting Anne O'Doherty, Quintas Wealth Management.
Age Action Summercamp
Don DonovanMD
Camfil accepting the
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Another Cracking Smarter Egg Event
The White Horse in Ballincollig was the setting for the summer
Smarter Egg event with Dr Michael Murphy, President of UCC
appearing in the Red Chair. In a revealing interview Dr Murphy
shared his personal story, his childhood, his career in medicine in
Ireland and in the US and how he became University President.
He shared some fascinating perspectives on leadership learnedfrom guiding UCC through a traumatic period of change. He gave
a special mention to The Year of George Boole 2015 when UCC
will celebrate the life and work of Mathematics Professor George
Boole. The event also featured inspiring Egg Talks from a father
and daughter combination. Pat Lynch, entrepreneur and investor
shared some of the lessons he has learned from building severalbusinesses and Stephanie Lynch shared her adventures as she
created an unusual travel business called OnTheQT.ie. The next
event takes place on Monday 22ndSeptember at 6pm.
Investec Foreign Exchange briefing
The breakfast briefing was hosted by Investec Bank, in associationwith McCarthy McSweeney Accountants. The Investec Foreign
Exchange briefing provided attendees with an insight into foreign
currency markets with Investec Bank experts Philip OSullivan,
Chief Economist, Michael Dooley and Gearoid Keegan, both
Corporate & Institutional Treasury at Investec, discussing the
outlook for the FX markets and how to identify and manageforeign currency exposure by formulating an appropriate hedging
policy. McCarthy McSweeney Accountants provided additional
insights into possible alternative investment strategies.
UCC selected by UN
At the first ever United Nations Environment Assembly, the
European Commission proposed that Ireland and Germany would
jointly take responsibility for the United Nations Environment
Programmes Global Environment Monitoring System for Water(GEMS/Water) (www.unep.org/gemswater). The UN Environment
Assembly agreed unanimously to the proposal and the transfer
of responsibilities will take place in the autumn. Ireland will
lead with the capacity building, with University College Cork
(UCC) coordinating the Irish activities through the newlyestablished UCC GEMS/Water Capacity Development Centre.
Other universities involved will be TCD, NUIG and DCU and it is
also hoped to involve some Irish companies that have relevant
expertise in water and data capture and processing. Germanywill coordinate the data collection and manage the GEMStat
information system.
An Insolvency Story
KPMG Restructuring & Forensic in Cork recently hosted an event
An Insolvency Story by: the Enforcer, Kevin Prendergast, Head of
the ODCE, the Judge, Ms Justice Marie Baker and the Liquidator,
Kieran Wallace, Head of KPMGs Restructuring & Forensic
Advisory Practice, the moderator for the event was AntonSavage. The panel shared their views on corporate restructuring
developments since the start of the financial crises. The followingtopics were covered in terms of the impact since the recession:
Restriction and Disqualification of Directors, White Collar Crime
Prosecution, The Personal Insolvency Act 2012 and House Prices.
VERDE LED supplys UK Power station
VERDE LED who specialise in the design, supply and installationof LED efficient lighting solutions for commercial and industrial
applications announced a deal with 20C to supply its energy
efficient LED lighting solutions for the Greenest power station
in the UK. John Keohane, CEO of VERDE LED praised his customer
and colleagues for an outstanding project which now sets the
bar for industrial projects worldwide. Our ability to designan innovative, high performance solution to operate in a very
demanding environment is testament to our team of engineers
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Aodan Enright, Founder, Smarter Egg with Dr Michael Murphy, President, University College
Cork.(Photo: Neil Danton)
Pat Lynch, Finance Director at Compliance & Risks, Michel Dooley, Investec Bank and David
Collins, Cresco Accountants.
Kevin Prendergast, ODCE; Ms Justice Marie Baker;Deirdre Carwood, KPMG and Anton
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ESBand Vodafone to Invest 450 Million In 100% Fibre
Broadband Network Across Ireland in European FirstESB and Vodafone recently signed an innovative joint venture
agreement to invest 450 million in building a 100% fibre-to-the-
building broadband network offering speeds from 200 Mbps to
1000 Mbps, propelling Ireland into the ranks of the worlds fastestbroadband countries. Ireland will also become the first country in
Europe to utilise existing electricity infrastructure on a nationwide
basis to deploy fibre directly into homes and businesses, initially
reaching 500,000 premises in 50 towns. The fibre will be deployed
on ESBs existing overhead and underground infrastructure,ensuring a fast and cost efficient roll-out to every county in
Ireland and reversing the digital divide between the capital and
regional towns.
With recent data from ComReg, the Irish telecoms regulator,
showing that 43% of fixed broadband customers in Irelandreceive speeds of 10 Mbps or less, direct access to 100% fibre
broadband of up to one gigabit per second will transform the
internet experience of small and medium businesses (SME),
remote workers and consumers. This will help regional areas to
compete more effectively for investment and jobs, and SMEs to
work more efficiently, enhance their online presence and reachnew markets and customers. Consumers will enjoy innovations
ranging from home entertainment to e-health and virtual
education. Home working will also become a real option for more
people, helping Ireland to develop its smart economy. With global
internet traffic set to triple in the next five years, the speed andreliability delivered by 100% fibre broadband will ensure Irish
customers can lead the digital lives they want.
Vodafone was selected as ESBs joint venture partner following
a competitive tender process. Vodafone has 200,000 fixed
broadband customers in Ireland and over 8.5 million acrossEurope. In February, Vodafone was recognised by the FTTH
Council Europe for its outstanding contribution to fibre-to-the-
home adoption in Europe through its fibre roll-outs in Portugal
and Spain
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Anne OLeary, CEO, Vodafone and Pat
ODoherty, CEO, ESB.
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