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Friday, July 23, 2021
Design consultants of the €29m Crawford Art Gallery redevelopment project announced
Award winning Grafton Architects announced as principal design consultants of the €29m Crawford Art Gallery redevelopment project Taoiseach, Micheál Martin T.D. and Minister for Tourism, Culture, Arts, Gaeltacht, Sport and Media, Catherine Martin T.D today announced that the contract for the design for the redevelopment at the historic Crawford Art Gallery has been awarded to Grafton Architects. The overall plan provides for the investment of some €29m in the redevelopment, including design, of the
Thursday, July 22, 2021
Triskel Courtyard, Cork’s newest outdoor venue
Musicians Mike Hanrahan and Lorraine Nash and comedian Colm O’Regan are amongst the acts scheduled to appear at Triskel Courtyard, a new covered space that can seat up to 50 people in pods. Triskel is working with Verdant Productions, Cork Folk Festival and the National String Quartet Foundation to programme a range of concerts and spoken word events with three shows each day from Thursday–Sunday, starting on 29 July. Tony Sheehan, Artistic Director at Triskel, commented, “We are delighted that the Arts
Wednesday, July 21, 2021
Irish charity, Ag Eisteacht, has announced dates for three brief intervention training courses to support frontline practitioners to build positive relationships in their work.
Brief intervention training to support positive relationships in practice Irish charity, Ag Eisteacht, has announced dates for three brief intervention training courses to support frontline practitioners to build positive relationships in their work. ABLE brief intervention training (Adopt a relational approach, Build & Boundaries, Listen and Empower & End) shares evidence-informed insight, knowledge and skills in a small group, experiential way. It also gives attendees a framework to manage their
Monday, July 19, 2021
TELUS International Ireland enhances team with appointment of Digital Marketing Specialist
TELUS International Ireland, a global provider of multilingual digital customer experience (CX) and digital IT solutions, has announced the appointment of Ainhoa Toro as Digital Marketing Specialist within the Brand and Communications team. With extensive experience in communications, Ainhoa will be responsible for supporting the creation and delivery of brand and content marketing strategies and enhancing the overall digital presence of TELUS International Ireland. Ainhoa joined TELUS International
Monday, July 19, 2021
UCC student reflects on how she can Think Global and Act Local
For the last three months, UCC student Sinéad Mulry has participated in SERVE’s Think Global Act Local (TGAL) programme. She decided to become apart of the programme to help her expand her knowledge from her current course in ‘International Development’ in UCC, as well as adding more to her current placement with SERVE as our Programme’s Intern. TGAL is a global learning programme that is hosted online and it involves using participatory and inclusive methods. The programme is facilitated by mentors who
Friday, July 16, 2021
HOW TO BE GOOD WITH YOUR MONEY
Over the course of the pandemic Alpha Wealth have been running a series of complimentary webinars providing straight forward financial advice that will save all attendees money. We would like to invite you to our ''How To Be Good With Your Money'' Webinar on August 18th. Alpha Wealth are running a FREE ''How To Be Good With Your Money'' webinar on Wednesday, August 18th via Zoom from 1:00pm to 1:25pm. This webinar will be of great benefit to everyone in attendance and I highly recommend that you all
Friday, July 16, 2021
Olympic winning rowing club announce Spearline as their new sponsors
Skibbereen Rowing Club is delighted to announce a new sponsorship deal with Spearline for the next 3.5 years. Skibbereen Rowing Club was established on the banks of the River Ilen 51 years ago, with a single dream - to bring Olympic Class Rowing to Skibbereen. In 2019, on the banks of the same river, Spearline established its headquarters for its global telecommunications business. Both parties are now delighted to announce a new 3.5 year sponsorship deal and look forward to working together to achieve
Thursday, July 15, 2021
Triskel and Music Network announce musician for RESONATE residency
Uilleann piper David Power has been appointed as the Music Network RESONATE Artist at Triskel Arts Centre in Cork City. As part of the residency, he will develop exciting new work with a number of collaborators to share with audiences in November. Tony Sheehan, Artistic Director at Triskel, said, “David Power is undoubtedly one of the finest uilleann pipers performing today. We look forward to working with him over the next few months and to welcoming audiences to Triskel later this year to enjoy the
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Thursday, July 15, 2021
Discover, explore and play in Cork City
New Playful Culture Trail features 30 fun things to do this summer in museums, galleries, attractions, and green spaces throughout Cork City. Are you looking for interactive, educational, and playful things to do with your kids this summer? Museums, galleries, and attractions in Cork City have come together to create a Playful Culture Trail, featuring 30 fun and playful places where kids can explore the city’s culture, heritage and green spaces through play. Each attraction on the trail will have
Wednesday, July 14, 2021
CAPPA Receives €300,000 worth of funding for new equipment
CAPPA is delighted to announce the centre has received over €300,000 worth of funding for new equipment through the Enterprise Ireland Capital Equipment Fund. The Tánaiste and Minister for Enterprise, Trade and Employment, Leo Varadkar announced the 29 successful projects of the Capital Equipment Fund administered by Enterprise Ireland through the Technology Gateway and Technology Centre Programmes. CAPPA will be purchasing two new pieces of equipment with the successful funding. These include a benchtop
Tuesday, July 13, 2021
Cork health and safety company The Food Safety Company acquired by Chris Mee Group. Up to 50 new jobs to be created following acquisition
Chris Mee Group is pleased to announce that The Food Safety Company (FSC), a fellow Erisbeg Partners portfolio company, is now formally added to the Chris Mee Group organisation. This is the second acquisition announcement in recent months by Chris Mee Group. The previous company acquired was Emergency Response Training previously owned by John Lynch. The FSC, based in Cork, is a leading provider of food safety, health and safety and hygiene compliance services in Ireland. The company specialises in the
Monday, July 12, 2021
Introducing the Interior Design Studio behind Ireland’s most exciting commercial design projects
Wilson Architecture, the company which has been responsible for some of Ireland’s most exciting commercial interior design projects in recent times, is pleased to announce the expansion of it’s Interior Design Studio. This dedicated Interior Design Studio is a design hub in the heart of the Wilson Architecture which taps into the creative spirit of the company. In the last year alone, Interior Design fit-outs were carried out for Varonis, Grant Thornton, Sophos, Flexi Workspace, IBEC, Aspira, Dennehy’s
Monday, July 12, 2021
Summer Saturdays at Triskel Christchurch
The 6 Summertime Concerts Series is back at Triskel Arts Centre with a programme of lunchtime recitals. Starting on Saturday 17 July in Triskel Christchurch, the series features a wide repertoire of jazz, classical and improvised music from contemporary Irish artists. Tickets €12/€10 are on sale now. Pre-booking is essential. Cellist Aoife Burke, curator of the series, said, ‘I’m delighted to be part of this line-up of wonderful musicians and to have the chance to play myself in the beautiful
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Monday, July 12, 2021
Cork based charity supports skills training for marginalised youths
SERVE has supported over 5000 marginalised young people since 2018 in Zimbabwe and Mozambique through numerous programmes in partnership with a local partner called Young Africa. This is made possible with support from donations from the public, Irish Aid’s Civil Society Fund and other donors such as Electric Aid and Galway City Council.SERVE has worked with Young Africa since 2008. Young Africa offers an innovative, high impact solution to youth unemployment in Southern Africa. They are based in five
Monday, July 12, 2021
FREE NOW announces new partnership with Irish Wheelchair Association
Ireland’s leading ride hailing app announces new partnership with IWA to help make Ireland more accessible FREE NOW drivers provided with IWA disability awareness training In-app improvements to make it easier for wheelchair users to access FREE NOW’s service FREE NOW to host first if it’s kind National Mobility Conference FREE NOW contributes €40,000 in funds to IWA to kick start fundraising FREE NOW, Ireland’s leading ride hailing app, has entered into a new long-term partnership with Irish
Friday, July 09, 2021
Reach the summit for Focus Ireland with the Carrauntoohil Hike
Join Focus Ireland and take the challenge of climbing Ireland’s highest peaks at a lofty 1039 metres. The Devil’s Ladder Route is the most popular way to the top and ideal for the less regular walker but still requires a good basic level of fitness gained from a daily active life or regular exercise. The event takes place on August 29th and will help raise money for Focus Ireland’s vital services who help 7,991 people currently in emergency accommodation. Dick White, Regional Development Officer said:
Wednesday, July 07, 2021
Connecting Businesses with high-quality Non-Executive Directors
‘Connecting Businesses with high-quality Non-Executive Directors’Board Excellence launches Non-Executive Director Search Service One of the biggest challenges for boards of all sizes is the increasing focus on ESG (Environmental, Social, Governance). As the spotlight focuses much more keenly on board governance all organisations, public, private and non-profit, are looking much more strategically when selecting Non-Executive Directors and Board Chairs. Gone are the days of jobs for the boys or girls;
Tuesday, July 06, 2021
Raising the bar in Cork
High on everyone’s bucket list when visiting Cork is to take in the breath-taking views from the Panorama Terrace at The Montenotte Hotel. Perched high above the city, this former 18th century residence of a Merchant Prince and now an award-winning vibrant design led hotel has just announced yet another very compelling reason for staycationers to visit this destination hotel. Constantly evolving to create memorable experiences for guests, The Montenotte Hotel, will be revealing the latest edition to
Monday, July 05, 2021
Covid Pandemic shifts manufacturing towards automation
After 2 years of wading through business in a pandemic it is difficult to see who the winners are… Many sectors of the domestic economy have been severely affected with widescale job losses, the unemployment rate stood at 14.7 per cent in September 2020 which is much higher than the pre-pandemic level and household spending declined by 22 and 24 per cent respectively in the second quarter of that year according to the ESRI. On the other hand, Irish export figures were strong due to medicinal and
Monday, July 05, 2021
Long term SERVE Volunteer Darren Hennelly Travels Back Home
On the eve of his departure to Ireland, Darren shares, "I'm looking forward to coming home and I'm happy with the work that has been done while I have been in Mazabuka. It's been a challenging environment to work in but there is now a platform for further development and continued progress in the Assumption Parish. The experience leaves me with a range of emotions and memories to last a lifetime. Hopefully, I can make it back to Mazabuka someday to witness the progress. This experience makes me very humble
Wednesday, June 30, 2021
Aircoach reveals a brand new look
Aircoach reveals a brand new look Ireland’s leading coach and bus operator, Aircoach, unveils its new branding and logo Aircoach, one of Ireland’s long-standing coach and bus operators unveiled its new look today (30 June 2021). With the majority of Ireland’s private coach and bus companies grounding to a halt in March 2020 as the pandemic hit hard, today marks an exciting day for Aircoach. Today, after twenty-one years, they released an updated brand identity, which includes a new logo, new font and
Monday, June 28, 2021
SERVE Think Global Act Local programme in full swing
This year SERVE introduced a new programme called 'Think Global, Act Local' (TGAL). TGAL is an online global learning programme and is delivered using participatory and inclusive methods. TGAL is facilitated by mentors who have volunteered for SERVE and who have vital information shared from their own experiences in the Global South. So far, we have held three Global Forum workshops since April 2021. There have been 20+ participants. During these workshops the participants have met with many guest
Monday, June 21, 2021
CORK ARC SUMMER 80KM CHALLENGE - CORK ARC CANCER SUPPORT HOUSE NEED YOUR HELP
Cork ARC Cancer Support House are asking you to dedicate your activity this summer to Cork cancer patients and their families. They have teamed up with Actress, Comedian and Ireland’s Fittest Family Celebrity Special Winner, Norma Sheahan for their ‘Summer 80KM Challenge’. As the pandemic continues to impact all of our lives, public fundraising for Cork ARC Cancer Support House remains a major challenge…. and they need your help! Dedicate your activity this summer to Cork ARC by signing up to the
Wednesday, June 16, 2021
How does cloud field service software help growth in each area of your business?
For field service businesses growing and scaling means you need a business growth strategy that outlines the tools, resources and processes you need to support increased workloads and larger projects. The first step to this outline includes taking a long hard look at your current tech stack to determine if you’ve outgrown your existing software. So what if you’ve determined that it’s time to upgrade your software? With many different field service management solutions on the market, it can be overwhelming
Friday, June 04, 2021
simPRO puts more boots on the ground in Ireland - Business expansion supports local growth
Field service management softwaresimPRO, has expanded its reach in Ireland to help local businesses prepare for upcoming industry growth and future success. simPRO’s expansion in Ireland ensures local businesses can implement the cloud-based solution as well as benefit from local knowledge and expertise. UK & Ireland Head of Sales, Simon Tushingham Jones said the global company recognised the potential to help Irish field service businesses prepare for growth and set them up for ongoing success with a
Tuesday, May 25, 2021
Cognate Health appoints new senior medical consultant due to continued growth
Cognate Health, the leading nationwide occupational health provider, has announced the appointment of Dr Shane Farrelly as its new Senior Medical Consultant in response to the company's rapid growth. With over 30 years’ experience as an expert in international occupational medicine, Dr Farrelly will be responsible for providing health-related advice and expertise to clients navigating the pandemic, along with informing risk assessment and policy recommendations in line with guidelines. Dr Farrelly is
Thursday, May 13, 2021
Appy Days for Winning Students of Cognate Health-Sponsored MedApps Challenge
A state-of-the-art app designed to bridge the gap in communication between doctor and patient following consultations has won the prestigious MedApps Challenge, sponsored by Cognate Health. Emma Doyle and Anna Clancy, Biomedical Science students at University College Cork won the UCC Biomedical Science and Medical Research and Technology Societies competition, which was hosted in association with MTU Biomedical department. The second-year students receive a cash prize as well as a support and
Thursday, May 06, 2021
Thermo Fisher Scientific Strengthens Irish Team with appointment of Senior HR Manager
Thermo Fisher Scientific has appointed Shane Buckley as its new Senior Human Resources Manager for Irish operations. With over 20 years’ HR experience, Shane will be responsible for leading the HR team that serves the global life sciences company’s operations in Ireland, which has a 560-strong workforce nationwide. His appointment comes at a time of growth for Thermo Fisher Scientific in Ireland, with its largest Irish site — a Contract Development and Manufacturing Organisation (CDMO) in Cork — seeing a
Tuesday, April 20, 2021
Kevin O’Leary Group announce expansion despite pandemic
Cork motor company announce expansion despite pandemic Suzuki to join Opel, Honda and Mazda as part of Kevin O’Leary Group One of Cork’s longest-established motor companies have said growth and expansion remains the focus despite a challenging year, as they announced plans to expand their existing car franchises this summer. Kevin O’Leary Group have become a household name in Munster over the last 58 years, with retail motor locations in Silversprings, Bandon and Clonmel, Co
Monday, April 19, 2021
Funding available to upskill your staff
Cork Training Centre under the remit of Cork ETB delivers an extensive range of training for Cork employers. Courses are designed to meet the needs of industry with a view to meeting the demands of the national skills strategy. In addition to the Bishopstown campus there is a Biopharma Facility and a dedicated hospitality campus where a range of Hospitality Education programmes from craft skills to Leadership development take place. Additionally, needs analysis and bespoke training is provided as
Monday, February 22, 2021
Permanent TSB and Bibby Financial Services Ireland unveil exclusive partnership
Permanent TSB and Bibby Financial Services Ireland unveil exclusive partnership offering Irish SMEs funding solutions designed to improve cash flow or finance growth plans Invoice Finance facility will enhance range of options available to new and existing Permanent TSB customers with funding for cashflow, M&A / MBO activity or corporate restructuring Exclusive partnership between leading retail and SME bank and a specialist lender is set to transform the Irish financial services landscape Bibby
