Cork Chamber

Cork Chamber had a productive meeting with Fine Gael Councillors on Cork County Council today. The importance of economic development across the city and county was discussed, as well as key priorities for progress in areas such as housing, infrastructure and renewable energy. We look forward to continued engagement with local representatives across the city and county over the course of this five-year Council term.

Great to represent Cork Chamber members at 2 key events this week with our leading economic and trade partners. Both the #USIrelandEconomicSummit recognising 100 years of diplomatic and economic relations and the British Irish Chamber of Commerce Conference brought together key business, political, civil/public service, education and civic leadership to acknowledge and discuss future trade/business opportunities and collaboration. A theme across both events was the need to ensure we improve on infrastructure delivery if we are to realise the many opportunities that exist in areas such renewable energy and AI as well as the importance of maintaining a focus on talent & skills through investment in in our education sector. Cork Chamber’s pre election manifesto which will be launched shortly addresses these and many other priorities for the #Cork region as we engage with political party’s and election candidates ahead of the pending General election.

It's finally here - the Guinness Cork Jazz Festival weekend. With a huge variety of events on across the city there is something for everyone. Wishing everyone a fantastic weekend of #Jazz in #Cork 🎷 🎺

Congratulations to J.W. O'Donovan Solicitors LLP on the grand opening of their stunningly redesigned offices on South Mall in Cork last night! Thank you to Anne-Marie Linehan for the invitation to celebrate this incredible new space. Spanning three beautifully curated floors, this office redefines workplace design. With incredible sculptures and art pieces throughout, the environment feels both inspiring and unique. Wishing the team every success in their new home! 🥂 Rob Horgan ★Naoimh Frawley★

A very insightful Business @ Breakfast networking morning with the Osborne - Recruitment Consultancy team in Cork as CEO/Founder Shona McManus MBA, Dip IOD outlined key findings from their Q3 Market Trends Report following a recent employment survey. Very useful and interesting regional data focused on future workforce planning, employee engagement and emerging roles. Dip IOD David Swinburne Cllr Honore Kamegni Cork City Council - Comhairle Cathrach Chorcaí Karen O' Brien - ERF Cert RP Shane Clarke Thomas J. O'Mahoney MBA HDIP QFA Annie FitzGibbon

🌟 Limited tables available 🌟 Join over 600 business leaders and decision-makers for an unforgettable evening and a unique opportunity to establish new business connections, strengthen existing relationships, and meet with peers from both city regions. This year’s guest of honour & keynote speech will be delivered by An Taoiseach, Simon Harris TD. Also on the night we will honour Jim Barry, Managing Director of Barry Group. with the Outstanding Contribution to Business Award for 2024🏆 Book Now ➡️https://lnkd.in/e8eaiAUD In associaton with EY

🎶 **Networking at Noon: MTU Cork School of Music** 🎶 Had the pleasure of attending the fantastic **Networking at Noon** event organized by Cork Chamber at the Munster Technological University Cork School of Music. A huge shoutout to the entire team for putting together such an engaging and successful gathering!👏 It was a wonderful opportunity to meet new members, catch up with old friends, and connect with dear clients. Highlights included insightful soapbox sessions, captivating storytelling websites, discussions about the Cork International Film Festival , and some stellar public speaking moments. Annie FitzGibbon did a fabulous job as MC, welcoming everyone and sharing the latest activities from the Chamber. Gerard O'Donovan from Munster Technological University captivated us with news about the campus, its facilities, and how MTU is shaping the future of Cork. Fun fact: almost all performers in Cork are alumni of the School of Music! Great event, great people, great conversations. Pleasure to meet Dr Owen Jump Vincent Power John C Keating DTM Rob Horgan Phil Cone Lachlan O'Connor Andrew Guerin Jason Harte Drew Healy Daniel Murphy Kerry Long Aidan Forde Michelle Collins Mark Flavin Ryan Murphy Steve Flint Frank Prendergast Marci Cornett Gearoid Slattery #MTUDM #Events #DigitalMarketing #SocialMediaContent #CorkVideoProduction #Networking #CorkChamber #MTU #MusicSchool #CorkFilmFestival #PublicSpeaking #BusinessConnections #AlumniPride

Yesterday, Ports of Indiana and Port of Cork Company Ltd. signed a memorandum of understanding to strengthen trade, economic and academic cooperation between Indiana and Ireland. Through this new partnership, the two ports commit to exploring the feasibility of a new shipping connection between Cork, Ireland and Ports of Indiana-Burns Harbor in northwest Indiana, supporting the port’s new container initiative that will create an international sea cargo container terminal.   Cork Chamber were delighted to co-host this MoU signing with the Indiana Economic Development Corporation, which was in attendance by the Governor of Indiana, Eric Holcomb. Indiana now shares direct links with Ireland via flight and cargo ship 🛫 🚢 Cork City Council - Comhairle Cathrach Chorcaí | Cork County Council | Nicola Pinder | Rob Horgan | Conor Healy | Port of Cork Company Ltd.

An afternoon of harmonious networking in the impressive surrounds of Munster Technological University School of Music. 🎶 Up beat chatter as Cork Chamber members enjoyed the opportunity to network and make new connections. #CCNetworking Well done to our 3 member Soapboxes who pitched Vincent Power, Founder & Creative Developer, Awescape Fiona Clark, Festival Director and CEO, Cork International Film Festival John C Keating DTM, Founder, Well Said Communications

Cork business organisations have welcomed the commitment made by Cabinet yesterday to delivering the Cork Events Centre, but any further undue delays must be avoided. In a joint statement, Cork Chamber, the Cork Business Association, the Cork Branch Irish Hotels Federation, Vintners' Federation of Ireland (VFI) and the Restaurants Association of Ireland expressed their disappointment at the news that the Cork Events Centre is set to face a retendering process, representing yet another setback for the project. Government has however committed to funding and delivering the Cork Events Centre once and for all, which is a welcome step forward. It is vital that this new retendering process is undertaken and completed as a matter of urgency, and that clear timelines are provided for the Events Centre’s final delivery. https://lnkd.in/eTdwFeU7