Newry Chamber

Delighted to partner with Women in Business NI for the next 'Just Connect Newry' event on Thursday 5th September from 10am - 12 noon in the Canal Court Hotel & Spa. Join us and connect with the Newry Chamber and Women in Business Communities, make valuable connections through facilitated networking and gain inspiration from the panel discussion which will include our President, Edwina Flynn. 𝗚𝗨𝗘𝗦𝗧 𝗦𝗣𝗘𝗔𝗞𝗘𝗥 𝗣𝗔𝗡𝗘𝗟: • Edwina Flynn - CEO of Wood Innovations Ltd. • Lorraine Harrison - Director of IT Services at GRAHAM Group • Lata Sharma - Self Employed Broadcaster & Commentator 𝗪𝗛𝗢 𝗜𝗦 𝗧𝗛𝗜𝗦 𝗘𝗩𝗘𝗡𝗧 𝗙𝗢𝗥? This event is for all women in the workplace whether you are a business owner or employee at any stage of your career so come along and grow your connections through the Chamber and Women in Business Communities. 𝗪𝗛𝗔𝗧 𝗜𝗦 𝗜𝗡 𝗜𝗧 𝗙𝗢𝗥 𝗬𝗢𝗨? • Raise your profile across Newry Chamber & WIB networks • Meet new contacts to support your career or business • Grow your professional development • Gain potential business leads PLEASE USE THE CODE '𝗪𝗜𝗕𝗙𝗥𝗘𝗘' WHEN REGISTERING! 𝗕𝗢𝗢𝗞 𝗬𝗢𝗨𝗥 𝗙𝗥𝗘𝗘 𝗣𝗟𝗔𝗖𝗘 𝗛𝗘𝗥𝗘: https://shorturl.at/mzhTO #NewryChamber #WomenInBusiness #JustConnect #Newry

#JOIN the Artificial Intelligence Collaboration Centre (AICC) in Newry next week for a morning of learning, collaboration and innovation in the world of Artificial Intelligence (AI). It takes place in Custom House Conference Facilities Newry on Tuesday 27th August from 9:30am - 1pm and whether you are a beginner or an expert, this FREE event is perfect for any SMEs interested in AI. At this in-person event, you'll have the opportunity to network with like-minded people, participate in hands-on workshops and hear from industry experts on all the latest trends and technologies in AI. The AICC represents a £16.3m investment by Invest Northern Ireland and the Department for the Economy NI for a 5-year pilot project, to increase business awareness and adoption of AI technology in a way that helps boost competitiveness and productivity and positions Ni as a leader on the national and global AI stage. 𝗪𝗛𝗬 𝗔𝗧𝗧𝗘𝗡𝗗? • Gain valuable insights into AI & Data Science • Learn from experts and network with like-minded people • How to access up to 20 days of FREE Data Scientist support • Provide Feedback to help tailor the AICC's training programs 𝗕𝗢𝗢𝗞 𝗬𝗢𝗨𝗥 𝗙𝗥𝗘𝗘 𝗣𝗟𝗔𝗖𝗘: https://lnkd.in/eh7U5nzP #AICC #ArtificialIntelligence #AI #Event #NewryCity #NI

#GREATNEWS from our member, Translink who has recently successfully introduced contactless payments across all of the Ulsterbus and Goldliner services in Northern Ireland. The rollout is another milestone in Translink's Future Ticketing System, which is transforming public transport in NI, enabling faster boarding and an enhanced customer experience. Passengers can now choose contactless payments on all bus and train journeys across the network, enhancing integration, convenience and payment flexibility. The rollout to Ulsterbus services means passengers can now simply pay for their ticket by tapping their contactless credit/debit card, smartphone or smart device on the reader and board the bus, therefore removing the need to carry cash or pre-purchase a ticket prior to travel. The on-board technology accepts contactless payments from enabled smart device wallets such as Apple Pay as well as Google Pay, Visa and Mastercard, contactless credit, debit cards and pre-paid contactless cards. Please note, cash fares will continue to be accepted for those who wish to use them. In addition to contactless, Translink offer a range of other digital ticket options via their mLink Mobile App, Smartcards, Online Ticketing and Ticket Vending Machines, all whilst still accepting cash at ticket offices and on buses. 𝗥𝗘𝗔𝗗 𝗠𝗢𝗥𝗘: https://shorturl.at/TyHeQ #Translink #ContactlessPayments #PublicTransport #Newry

LAST DAY TO ENTER - EMPLOYEE & TEAM AWARDS 🌟 DEADLINE FOR ENTRIES: TODAY AT MIDNIGHT ⏰ The Newry Chamber Employee & Team Awards are designed to celebrate 'Greater Newry's Greatest' by recognising our greatest assets, our people. If you have an employee and/or team that has made a huge contribution to your business, who deserves recognition, the Chamber Employee & Team Awards are a great way to say thank you so please use the next few hours to put the final touches to your applications and get your entries in. It is fantastic to see all your entries coming in, if you haven't already submitted an entry, we strongly encourage you show your full appreciation for your employees and colleagues by setting aside some time today and submit your entries across the 23 award categories. 𝗞𝗘𝗬 𝗣𝗢𝗜𝗡𝗧𝗦: • There are 23 categories to choose from • You can enter up to a maximum of 4 categories • Open to members and non-members of Newry Chamber 𝗗𝗘𝗔𝗗𝗟𝗜𝗡𝗘 𝗙𝗢𝗥 𝗘𝗡𝗧𝗥𝗜𝗘𝗦: TODAY AT MIDNIGHT 𝗘𝗡𝗧𝗘𝗥 𝗡𝗢𝗪: https://shorturl.at/uODbO #NewryChamberAwards2024 #EnterNow #Awards #Newry

DEADLINE EXTENSION - EMPLOYEE & TEAM AWARDS 🌟 NEW DEADLINE: WED 14TH AUGUST at MIDNIGHT ⏰ Due to numerous requests from both members and the wider business community seeking additional time to get all their entries in as a result of holiday pressures, we have decided to extend the deadline for our Employee & Team Awards. If you have an employee and/or team that has made a huge contribution to your business, who deserves recognition, the Chamber Employee & Team Awards are a great way to say thank you so please use the extra few days to put the final touches to your applications and get your entries in. 𝗞𝗘𝗬 𝗣𝗢𝗜𝗡𝗧𝗦: • There are 23 categories to choose from • You can enter up to a maximum of 4 categories • Open to members and non-members of Newry Chamber 𝗘𝗡𝗧𝗘𝗥 𝗡𝗢𝗪: https://shorturl.at/uODbO 𝗡𝗘𝗪 𝗗𝗘𝗔𝗗𝗟𝗜𝗡𝗘 𝗙𝗢𝗥 𝗘𝗡𝗧𝗥𝗜𝗘𝗦: WEDNESDAY 14TH AUGUST at MIDNIGHT #NewryChamberAwards2024 #EnterNow #Awards #Newry

We are delighted to welcome our newest Corporate Patron, O'Reilly's Wholesale Ltd, a leading independent wholesale distributor of confectionery, groceries and all things FMCG. Bob O'Reilly opened his van doors for the very first time in 1959 and since that day, his values and drive for customer satisfaction have been embedded into the company ethos, laying the foundations for two warehouse relocations and as a result of continued growth, a third relocation is now in their 5-year plan. Proudly headquartered in Newry City, O'Reilly's is now in the capable hands of Managing Director, Derek O'Reilly and his wife and partner, Anne O'Reilly and their third generational family, three of whom work in the business in procurement, transport and admin. Whilst still a local family business, employing 120+ people, supplying 6000+ product types to both the local retail and export markets, the company has managed to maintain that 'family feel' whilst being guided by a strong management team, all striving for continued growth. Now, with a fleet of 20+ delivery vehicles, a turnover of £55m and the logistical capabilities to reach any corner of the world, with global export markets on the rise, O'Reilly's Wholesale are embarking upon a new stage of evolution. Many of the leading employers in our region are involved in our Corporate Patrons and we're delighted to have O'Reilly's join this illustrious group of businesses. 🌐 www.oreillyswholesale.com 📧 website@orys.biz ☎️ 028 3025 0650 #OReillysWholesaleLtd #NewCorporatePatron #Newry #NI

With ENTRIES CLOSING TOMORROW at MIDNIGHT for the Newry Chamber Employee & Team Awards, we thought we would look back at our last group of winners from 2022. CATEGORY: Overall Employee of the Year WINNER: Celine Grant, Re-Gen CATEGORY: Overall Team of the Year WINNER: Southern Area Hospice Services CATEGORY: Best Retail Team WINNER: Mulkerns Eurospar CATEGORY: Best Retail Employee WINNER: Bronagh McCoy, Give Us Beauty by Grainne McCoy CATEGORY: Best Tourism & Hospitality Team WINNER: Killeavy Castle Estate CATEGORY: Best Tourism & Hospitality Employee WINNER: Siofra McNulty, Canal Court Hotel & Spa CATEGORY: Best Manufacturing & Engineering Team WINNER: BlockBusters Environmental Services CATEGORY: Best Manufacturing & Engineering Employee WINNER: Olivia McAvoy, Resonate Testing Ltd CATEGORY: Best Property & Construction Team WINNER: MJ Donnelly Quantity Surveyors CATEGORY: Best Property & Construction Employee WINNER: PJ FAGAN, Cole Groundwork Contracts CATEGORY: Best Professional Services Team WINNER: STATSports CATEGORY: Best Professional Services Employee WINNER: Linda Johnston, Hanna Hillen Financial Services CATEGORY: Best Beauty, Health & Wellbeing Team WINNER: Lee Opticians CATEGORY: Best Charity/Social Enterprise Team WINNER: Cancer Fund for Children CATEGORY: Best Creative, Media, Digital Tech Team WINNER: Playr-fit Ltd CATEGORY: Best Family Business Employee WINNER: Charlotte McAteer, Jack Murphy Jewellers Newry CATEGORY: Best Family Business Team WINNER: Comiskey Motors CATEGORY: Best New Business Team WINNER: Re-Gen Robotics CATEGORY: Best New Entrepreneur WINNER: Natasha Daryaie, TGG Fitness Ltd CATEGORY: Best Public Sector Employee WINNER: Damian Mulholland, Department for Communities CATEGORY: Best Higher Level Apprentice WINNER: Aaron Bradley, Newry BID 𝗞𝗘𝗬 𝗣𝗢𝗜𝗡𝗧𝗦: • There are 23 categories to choose from • You can enter up to a maximum of 4 categories • Open to members and non-members of Newry Chamber 𝗘𝗡𝗧𝗘𝗥 𝗡𝗢𝗪: https://shorturl.at/uODbO 𝗘𝗡𝗧𝗥𝗜𝗘𝗦 𝗖𝗟𝗢𝗦𝗘: FRIDAY 9TH AUGUST at MIDNIGHT #NewryChamberAwards2024 #EnterNow #Awards #Newry

#CONGRATS to our member, Gray Design Architecture on being awarded the project for a new mixed-use development on Monaghan Street in Newry City. Gray Design Ltd has been appointed to the project to provide full architectural and project management services. The exciting project will comprise commercial units on the ground floor and residential units above. The completion of the project will help breathe new life into the prominent building in this important commercial area of our city. #GrayDesignLtd #ProjectAward #Revitalisation #NewryCity

#CONGRATS to our member, Hanna Hillen Financial Services who have opened a new office location at The Kelvin Building, recently opened in the heart of Belfast City Centre. The launch of their brand new office expands Hanna Hillen's locations across NI to Newry, Banbridge and Belfast. The new modern office space will assist in accommodating client meetings, offering the Hanna Hillen team an opportunity to liaise with clients across the Greater Belfast Area. We wish everyone at Hanna Hillen Financial Services all the very best as they open the doors of their new Belfast Office and every success as they continue to expand and grow. 🌐 www.hanna-hillen.com 📧 enquiries@hanna-hillen.com ☎️ 028 3026 7531 📍 The Kelvin, 17-25 College Square East, Belfast, BT1 6DH #HannaHillen #NewOffice #Expansion #Belfast #Newry

NEWRY CHAMBER EMPLOYEE & TEAM AWARDS 🌟 CATEGORY: BEST HIGHER LEVEL APPRENTICE (HLA) SPONSORED BY: Southern Regional College The Newry Chamber Employee & Team Awards are designed to celebrate 'Greater Newry's Greatest' by recognising our greatest assets, our people. Our employees are the lifeblood of local businesses and if it wasn't for their contribution, commitment and loyalty, our businesses would not be the success they are. If you've a Higher Level Apprentice (HLA) that has displayed exemplary performance or made a huge contribution to your business, the Newry Chamber Employee & Team Awards are a great way to say thank you. 𝗞𝗘𝗬 𝗣𝗢𝗜𝗡𝗧𝗦: • There are 23 categories to choose from • You can enter up to a maximum of 4 categories • Open to members and non-members of Newry Chamber 𝗘𝗡𝗧𝗘𝗥 𝗡𝗢𝗪: https://shorturl.at/sR7UH 𝗘𝗡𝗧𝗥𝗜𝗘𝗦 𝗖𝗟𝗢𝗦𝗘: Friday 9th August at midnight #NewryChamberAwards2024 #EnterNow #Awards #Newry