CREW launches second iteration of Creative Business Cup (CBC) Ireland

Thu, Mar 27, 2025

CREW (Creative Enterprise West) in partnership with the Western Development Commission (WDC), and Creative Business Network (CBN) of Denmark, has officially launched the second year of the Creative Business Cup (CBC) Ireland competition.

InterTradeIreland launches 2025 Seedcorn Investor Readiness Competition

Thu, Mar 27, 2025

InterTradeIreland’s 2025 Seedcorn Investor Readiness Competition is now open for entries. This prestigious investor readiness competition is the only all-island initiative offering an equity free cash prize. It provides early-stage businesses with a unique opportunity to showcase their potential to investors and investment funds across the island of Ireland.

Connemara ice producer secures deal to supply bagged ice exclusively to Tesco

Thu, Mar 20, 2025

A new Irish ice brand is hitting Tesco shelves nationwide as the retailer partners with Connemara’s Wild Atlantic Ice Company to launch Just Ice, a premium 2kg party bag of locally sourced ice. Available in all 183 Tesco stores and online, the collaboration marks a significant investment in local manufacturing and job creation.

Signum Surgical appoints Carol Burns as CEO

Thu, Mar 20, 2025

Galway-based Signum Surgical has announced the appointment of Ms. Carol Burns as Chief Executive Officer.

Galway ranked as the third-best county for female entrepreneurship in Ireland

Thu, Mar 20, 2025

Galway ranks third among the top counties for female entrepreneurs. Procure.ie, analysed thousands of LinkedIn profiles across Ireland, to determinewhich counties are leading the way for high-ranking women in business.

Galway tourism companies attend major travel fair in Berlin

Thu, Mar 13, 2025

Galway was on show last week at one of the largest travel trade fairs in the world, ITB in Berlin. Tourism companies from across Ireland – including Killary Fjord Boat Tours and Connemara Adventure Tours – joined Tourism Ireland at the fair, to grow our share of the important German travel market.

Growing your business can be quite the adventure

Thu, Mar 13, 2025

With so many different aspects to juggle, it’s easy to feel both challenged and excited about the possibilities ahead when growing your business. One of the key areas to focus on is finding the right team to take care of your bookkeeping. It’s an important piece of the puzzle as your business evolves.

The team at O’Boyle + Associates, are here to help. They provide on-site bookkeeping services that are not only friendly on your budget but also tailored to fit your needs. By partnering with O'Boyle + Associates, you’ll save time and resources that would otherwise go into training new employees and dealing with extra costs like PRSI, sick pay, and holiday pay. The team of professionals will come to your office on a schedule that works best for you — whether that’s weekly or monthly.

Portershed-based eg technology bolsters global presence with appointment of Paul Anglim

Thu, Mar 13, 2025

Portershed-based eg technology Ltd have started 2025 with a key appointment as Paul Anglim joins the specialist product design, engineering and development consultancy as the company continues its international expansion.

Integer marks growth in Ireland, now hiring in Galway and Spiddal

Thu, Mar 06, 2025

It is an exciting time to join Integer, a global medical device contract development and manufacturing organization with a vision to enhance the lives of patients worldwide. Increased global demand for the company’s world-class medical devices has recently prompted a significant investment and expansion in Ireland.

CIF urges women in Galway to pursue careers in construction

Thu, Mar 06, 2025

The Construction Industry Federation is urging women in Galway to consider a career in construction ahead of its annual International Women’s Day Summit.

The Connacht Hospitality Group receives prestigious certification

Thu, Mar 06, 2025

The Connacht Hospitality Group has officially been certified as a Great Place to Work, after a thorough and independent analysis conducted by Great Place to Work® Institute Ireland. The accreditation process is based on direct feedback from employees, provided as part of an extensive and anonymous survey about the workplace experience.

The Connacht Group have been recognised as being committed to fostering a workplace culture that prioritizes the well-being, growth, and satisfaction of team members. They have set out a mission which is clear: to be the leading hospitality group known for exceptional service, innovative solutions, and sustainable practices. They strive to enrich the lives of not only the guests and communities but also their dedicated team.

A day in the life of a Community Support Worker: Make every moment count

Thu, Mar 06, 2025

Imagine starting your day knowing you are about to make a real difference in someone’s life. As a Community Support Worker with Brothers of Charity Services Ireland – West Region, that is exactly what awaits you.

CEOs remain optimistic despite geopolitical uncertainty

Thu, Feb 27, 2025

Ibec, the group representing Irish businesses, has released its annual CEO survey, revealing that CEOs in Ireland remain largely optimistic about the broader business environment, in line with expectations for 2024. Looking ahead, most CEOs (88%) anticipate that the cost of doing business will continue to rise in 2025. The research also shows that six in ten firms expect increased demand and turnover, along with growth in both domestic and export sales—figures that remain largely unchanged from recent trends.

Galway entrepreneurs will get practical tips to navigate business challenges at AI Advantage workshop

Thu, Feb 27, 2025

Startup founders, entrepreneurs and SMEs from all over Galway are being invited to attend a special AI Advantage workshop in Galway on Wednesday, March 5. The workshop is being organised as a regional event as part of Local Enterprise Week (LEW). It is aimed at helping businesses to tackle real-world challenges, streamline operations, enhance efficiency, and leverage artificial intelligence (AI) for growth.

ATU hosts HR managers event on culture, communications and change in people management

Thu, Feb 27, 2025

HR managers from public and private organisations in the west and northwest will gather in Atlantic Technological University (ATU) on Friday 7 March (2pm), for a workshop event titled “Culture, Communications and Change in People Management” in ATU’s Mayo Campus (Castlebar).

Love Irish Food extends registration for Brand Development Award

Thu, Feb 27, 2025

Love Irish Food, in partnership with Global, announced last week that entries are open for the 2025 Love Irish Food Brand Development Award. Open to Love Irish Food Members nationwide and worth in excess of €160,000, the award will be supported by trade partners Checkout Magazine, Goosebump Ltd, and Marketing Network Group.

The award, which has been around since 2012, has provided Love Irish Food member brands the opportunity to win a fully funded national outdoor advertising campaign through sponsor Global and their impressive national retail network. Additionally, the award will provide trade marketing support from Checkout magazine.

Marine Institute — helping us make the best decisions about our valued seas

Thu, Feb 27, 2025

As you read this article now and tonight as you sleep, out at sea lies much of the hardware that informs the learning of the Marine Institute. Out there, where nobody goes but the brave and the birds, bob the weather and data buoys that captured the ferocity of the recent storm that lashed the west coast of Ireland.

HR Report 2024 — top HR queries Faced by SMEs

Thu, Feb 20, 2025

As one of Ireland’s leading HR consultancies for SMEs, GHR Consulting is dedicated to supporting employers in navigating the complexities of managing their teams. Based on data collected from our free employer helpline and client queries, this report identifies the top HR challenges faced by SMEs in 2024.

Looking for a career with purpose? Join Caislean Services today

Thu, Feb 20, 2025

What if your job meant changing lives—including your own? At Brothers of Charity Caislean Services, they don’t just offer jobs, they offer careers with purpose. Right now, they are hiring Support Workers, Social Care Workers, Domestic Staff, and Nurses across Renmore to Oranmore.

Irish businesses must look east as Trump tariffs loom, says Chamber chief

Thu, Feb 20, 2025

The CEO of the Arab Irish Chamber of Commerce (AICC) is urging Irish businesses battling the uncertainty of “what’s next” during the Trump administration to consider expanding their trade strategy to the Arab world – or risk being left behind.

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