Cork City Council formally appoints Valerie O’Sullivan as its new Chief Executive

Cork City Council has formally appointed Valerie O’Sullivan as its new Chief Executive, following a recruitment process conducted by the Public Appointments Service (PAS). Lord Mayor of Cork, Cllr Dan Boyle congratulated Ms O’Sullivan on her appointment. “At a specially convened meeting this evening, Valerie O’Sullivan was appointed as Chief Executive of Cork City Council…

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Workvivo by Zoom opens flagship Irish hub in heart of Cork city, with plans to add 100 Irish jobs

Workvivo by Zoom has launched its flagship engagement hub in the heart of Cork city. The company also plans to create 100 Irish jobs to enable its next phase of growth. Workvivo, the employee experience platform that simplifies communication and boosts engagement, has grown rapidly and is empowering some of the world’s biggest brands like…

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How Metrics Can Support Strategic Objectives & Drive Business Growth

In business, you can’t manage what you don’t measure. Metrics are essential for tracking performance and ensuring your business stays on course to achieve its strategic objectives. By tying metrics to specific goals, continuously monitoring progress, and assigning accountability across your team, you can turn business data into actionable insights that fuel growth. Key metrics…

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Clothing, industrial plastic and children’s toys collected by EirGrid volunteers in Claycastle Beach Clean-up

Clothing, industrial plastic and children’s toys were among the items recently collected at Claycastle Beach, Youghal, by employees at EirGrid, the developer and operator of the national electricity grid. A group of volunteers collected and disposed of 22kg of rubbish from Claycastle Beach as part of An Taisce’s Clean Coasts programme. The rubbish collected included…

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An Evening Of Moët & Chandon Champagnes Paired With Culinary Delights From Rare At Blue Haven, Kinsale

Experience an extraordinary night at Rare at Blue Haven in Kinsale as Executive Head Chef Meeran Manzoor teams up with renowned sommelier Julie Dupouy for an exclusive celebration of exquisite flavours and the finest champagnes. On Friday 11th October, the venue will unveil a seasonal five-course tasting menu crafted by Chef Meeran, and complemented by…

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Pack Your Capes and Fangs This Halloween

Calling all little witches, wizards, and goblins! This Halloween, Radisson Blu Hotel Cork is brewing up something special just for you and your family. From October 26th – 31st, 2024 Spookfest returns to Spike Island! It’s time to put on your costumes, hop on the ferry, and dive into a world where ancient forts turn…

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Search the night sky for a Nova as part of Space Week Ireland’s #Novahunter Competition

Ireland is set to become the epicentre of astronomical wonder and scientific innovation once again as Space Week Ireland returns from 4th-10th October 2024. Space Week Ireland is part of the global annual  celebration of space, designed to promote space science, technology, and exploration. Coordinated by MTU Blackrock Castle Observatory the festival aims to inspire the next…

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Tánaiste announces Ireland House New York

The Tánaiste, Minister for Foreign Affairs and Minister for Defence, Micheál Martin TD, officially opened Ireland House New York. Ireland House New York will house the Consulate General of Ireland in New York, Bord Bia, Enterprise Ireland, IDA Ireland, Tourism Ireland, CIE Tours and The Ireland Funds under one roof, providing a cutting-edge platform to…

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AIB Report Shows Mixed Results for Hospitality and Tourism in H1 2024

The AIB Hospitality & Tourism Report for the first half of 2024 shows a mixed performance across the sector. While some areas saw growth, others experienced a slight decline compared to H1 2023.   Key Insights: Pubs had the strongest performance with an 11.4% increase in overall spend, driven by a surge in transaction numbers.…

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