Insight Private Clients appoints Gary Sharman to the role of Pensions Administration Manager
Insight Private Clients, the Cork-based financial planning and personal wealth management firm has announced the appointment of Gary Sharman as their Pensions Administration Manager. With over 15 years of experience, Gary joined the team in 2019 after previously working with Bank of Ireland and New Ireland Assurance. In his new role at Insight Private Clients, Gary will focus on all aspects of administration for Life, Pensions and Investment Portfolios with specific responsibility for Pension
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Female Cork students to get free travel to next year’s ‘I Wish’ STEM showcase
Iarnród Éireann and Bus Éireann to partner with I Wish for 2024 STEM Showcase Female students from Cork will be among 2,000 pupils nationwide to be provided with free rail transport and buses to next year’s STEM showcase in the RDS I Wish, the organisation inspiring teenage girls towards Science, Technology, Engineering and Maths (STEM) careers, has announced an increased national partnership with Iarnród Éireann. Over 2,000 female students from 15 locations across the country, including Cork, will
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Quintas joins leading accountancy group Xeinadin
Irish accountancy and wealth management firm Quintas has today announced it is joining Xeinadin Group, one of the leading professional services groups in the UK and Ireland. This strategic move will facilitate both companies’ growth ambitions and will enhance Quintas’ core business advisory services. Based in Cork City, Quintas was established in 2005 and currently has a team of 70. The accountancy and tax firm specialises in corporate finance, banking, debt resolution and insolvency, and mergers and
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Energy sector says Ireland won’t meet offshore wind targets - Mason Hayes & Curran survey
Energy professionals do not believe that Ireland will meet its targets for offshore wind, a new survey by Mason Hayes & Curran has found. The Government aims to have 5GW of offshore wind capacity by 2030. However, 100% of the energy executives polled by the business law firm said this target would not be met. The survey was carried out at the firm’s Annual Energy Conference, The Future of Energy Investment in Ireland, which attracted close to 200 industry professionals to The Clayton Hotel, Cork
New €760,000 Munster Impact Fund opens this year with a new focus on environmental projects
Open call for applications to Rethink Ireland’s €760,000 Impact Fund for Munster 2023 seeking submissions from non-profit organisations in the region Rethink Ireland has renewed its Impact Fund for Munster, calling for applications from innovative social and environmental-focused non-profit organisations. In its fourth year, the fund will prioritise community-led sustainable development, enabling communities in the Munster region to shape and make the green transition to a sustainable future. The
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Barden Talent Advisory and Recruitment Announces New Partners in its Munster Hub
Barden, Ireland’s leading talent advisory and recruitment firm, are delighted to announce the appointment of Denis Galvin as Partner of Senior Appointments & Life Sciences, and Tara Higgins as Partner of Business Support & Operational Finance in its Munster Hub. These announcements reflect the continued growth of Barden and our commitment to bring the best of Barden to our clients, and the professionals we work with every day, across Cork and Munster. “When we started Barden, we wanted do things
BioMarin collaborates with Cork artist to win Business to Arts Award
The Business to Arts Awards 2023, now in its 31st year, was held at a gala ceremony in the National Concert Hall, hosted by journalist and broadcaster Dearbhail McDonald, with guest of honour Catherine Martin TD, Minister for Tourism, Culture, Arts, Gaeltacht, Sport and Media. A total of 12 awards, including nine main categories and three bursaries worth €25,000 were presented to the projects by leaders in the business community. Winning partnerships at the awards comprised a variety of business sectors
Mercy Porter’s fundraiser takes off - Sonny Curran Memorial Skydive in aid of Mercy Kids & Teens Appeal
On Saturday, September 23rd, Colin Curran from Knocknaheeny, who is a Porter at the Mercy University Hospital, Cork, will complete a charity skydive in memory of his little boy, Sonny, who sadly passed away on October 18th, 2020 at just 25 days old. When he was born, Sonny was diagnosed with CDH, meaning he had a hole in his diaphragm; and he sadly passed away in the care of the staff of Crumlin Children’s Hospital a few weeks later. Three years on, Colin’s skydive in aid of the Mercy University
Starcircle, the talent sourcing engine has announced the return of Supernova, its annual global talent conference
Talent Acquisition: Leaner teams, skills shortages and major layoffs causing problems for 77% of businesses worldwide Supernova conference returns to Ireland, bringing global experts together to remedy the issues impacting the talent acquisition market. Starcircle, the talent sourcing engine that helps companies solve hiring challenges with AI and on-demand expertise, today announced the return of Supernova, its annual global talent conference, on 22nd September at the River Lee Hotel in
UNICEF Ireland launches Champion for Children
School returns. So does hope. UNICEF‘s Champion for Children is a network of Irish businesses that believe every child, no matter their background, deserves a bright future. Whatever your size, your business can play an important role in helping UNICEF support children to survive, thrive, and realise their potential. Children across the world are living through unpredictable times. As they look into their futures, many see their lives and wellbeing increasingly under threat from conflict,
Access Flexible Finance €10k-€500k This Autumn
Fast access to working capital from GRID Finance. With summer coming to an end, we at GRID Finance want to keep positive momentum going into Autumn, so we are giving businesses in the Cork Chamber access to flexible finance from €10k-€500k at a reduced rate..Our products are designed to be flexible for the business with our small daily repay as you earn model. Giving you the opportunity to focus on growing your business rather than worrying about cashflow issues and chunky fixed repayments. The facility
Cyclists to say “Ciao” to Italy when they embark on Fort2Fort Tour Di Sarti Charity Cycle 2023
Over three days, from October 8th to 10th, a team of 20 cyclists will travel to Riccione in northern Italy to participate in the Fort2Fort Tour Di Sarti Charity Cycle in aid of the Mercy University Hospital Foundation and Carrigaline and District Lions Club. This will be Fort2Fort’s third international event, following on from the enduring success of the annual Fort2Fort charity cycle which takes place around Cork Harbour. Fort2Fort Tour Di Sarti is organised by Sam Beamish of Carrigaline and
Leading Importers & Exporters, AF O' Leary is delighted to announce they are now offering Storage & Fulfilment Services
Leading Importers & Exporters, AF O' Leary is delighted to announce they are now offering Storage & Fulfilment Services. After trialling the service along with our current business we are very happy to welcome any new customers that may be looking for a City based Storage & Fulfilment Solution. When speaking with Director Rory O' Leary he said it was "Simple Decision" especially with the recent developments in Blarney Business Park where they are based. "In the last year Fed Ex, DHL & GLS have all
Conference to address the future of energy investment in Ireland
Business law firm Mason Hayes & Curran has announced the agenda for its upcoming conference, The Future of Energy Investment in Ireland, taking place at The Clayton Hotel, Cork City on Thursday 14 September from 10.30am - 3.00pm. Keynote speakers include Minister for Finance, Michael McGrath TD, and Simon Mundy, journalist and author of Race for Tomorrow: Survival, Innovation and Profit on the Front Lines of the Climate Crisis. While the conference has become an annual affair, this year marks the first
Cork County Council has launched the inaugural “Best in Cork'' Awards
Cork County Council has launched the inaugural “Best in Cork” Awards to recognise the vital contributions businesses and tourism providers of all sizes make to the county. The “Best In Cork” Awards are free to enter and applications are now open. The finalists will be chosen from across the county by an independent panel of judges. A key consideration is the measures businesses have introduced to save energy, reduce waste and become more environmentally conscious. The awards are divided into nine
WrxFlo attend HiCool Global Entrepreneurs Summit in Beijing
WrxFlo attend HiCool Global Entrepreneurs Summit in Beijing CEO Tim Crowe Meets Irish Ambassador Ann Derwin WrxFlo, a leading provider of supply chain optimization solutions, has been making significant strides in the global entrepreneurship landscape. Recently, WrxFlo had the privilege of attending the prestigious HiCool Global Entrepreneurs Summit in Beijing, China. CEO Tim Crowe showcased WrxFlo’s innovative digital solutions and had the opportunity to meet with business leaders from around the
Two in a row for Wilson Architecture as The Dean Hotel, Cork is announced as the only Irish winner
Cork headquartered Wilson Architecture is pleased to announce that, for the second year running, it has been named as the only Irish winner at the prestigious International Architecture Awards. Hosted by The Chicago Athenaeum: Museum of Architecture and Design and The European Centre for Architecture Art Design and Urban Studies, the Awards recognise 130 of the best-designed buildings and landscapes from around the world. The leading architecture firm, which has offices in Cork, Dublin and China, was
International business services provider Mackin Group, has acquired a specialist recruitment company
International business services provider Mackin Group, which employs 250 people worldwide, has acquired a specialist recruitment company. Greybridge Search & Selection is headquartered in Leamington Spa in the West Midlands. It specialises in talent acquisition and placement of specialist professionals in the fields of change management and digital transformation, data and AI, and health sciences. The company will continue to operate under its own brand. The outgoing founder of Greybridge Search &
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Building consultants, ORS acquires specialist fire safety consultancy based in Waterford
Acquisition follows investment by Erisbeg private equity in ORS in January last ORS, Ireland's leading multidisciplinary building consultancy firm, has acquired GSP Fire Ltd, a respected fire safety and disability access consultancy based in Waterford and Kilkenny. The value of the transaction is not disclosed. In January of this year, one of the country’s leading Private Equity businesses, Erisbeg acquired a majority stake in ORS. Erisbeg is currently deploying a €110 million investment fund
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World Nomads Travel Insurance Recognized as a Great Place to Work Amidst Remarkable Growth in the Irish Market
Company doubles staff numbers this past year Increased benefits - healthcare percentage increase, maternity and paternity increase Re-entered European market following COVID hiatus World Nomads (trading as nib Travel Services), a trailblazer in providing tailored insurance solutions for adventure seekers, is excited to announce its prestigious certification as a Great Place to Work within its Irish branch. This recognition is a testament to the company's unwavering commitment to cultivating a
