Business essentials from Halvey & Associates

Thu, Dec 01, 2022

Shirley Halvey set up Halvey & Associates in November 2020. The company specialises in setting up business essentials for SMEs.

Ibec welcomes launch of Regional Development Monitor

Thu, Dec 01, 2022

Ibec, the group that represents Irish business, has welcomed the launch of the Regional Development Monitor (RDM), stating the data must be used to address regional deficits. The online interactive data platform will monitor a wide range of socioeconomic indicators across placemaking, climate action and economic development.

The Regional Development Monitor provides unique economic and social insights and will be an important window to the performance and impact on the ground of national and regional policies. It provides a state of play of local and regional competitiveness and allows us to better understand the strengths and weaknesses of regions across a range of areas.

Tooreen look to claim hat-trick of Connacht titles

Thu, Nov 24, 2022

The Blue Devils from Tooreen will be heading back to the familiar fields of Athleague on Sunday afternoon looking to create a small bit of history and take another step towards their ultimate goal of reaching an All Ireland Intermediate Hurling Championship Final.

The Blue Devils from Tooreen will be heading back to the familiar fields of Athleague on Sunday afternoon looking to create a small bit of history and take another step towards their ultimate goal of reaching an All Ireland Intermediate Hurling Championship Final.

Ballinasloe bakery finds recipe for success with LEO support

Thu, Nov 17, 2022

An East Galway bakery is showing how to grow new markets with the opening of new premises at its location in Derrymullen, Ballinasloe.

How to recover from a bad interview

Thu, Nov 17, 2022

Q: I did a bad interview – there’s no other way of saying it. I didn’t need to wait for the inevitable PFO letter to know that I had gone down in a ball of flames. I was so hopeful beforehand, but it just ran away for me, and it felt like I couldn’t stop digging. How can I make sure this doesn’t happen again? (DG, email).

Digital First best practice eBook for SMEs

Thu, Nov 17, 2022

Digital Business Ireland, the country’s leading representative body for online businesses has today launched a dedicated SME best practice eBook ‘Harness Digital, Power Growth’ to mark Ireland’s inaugural ‘Digital First Day’. Taking place today (November 16th) ‘Digital First Day’ aims to initiate a broad conversation – both locally and nationally – on the importance of digital growth to people, organisations and communities, across every village and town in Ireland. With a network now in excess of 8,000 members, Digital Business Ireland has borne witness to the power of digital technologies in enabling sustainable growth for SMEs.

Award-winning law firm Lavelle Partners opens Galway office in Eyre Square

Thu, Nov 10, 2022

Award-winning Dublin law firm Lavelle Partners has joined a growing list of law firms to open an office in Galway.

Multiple €1,000 grants and training available for local projects led by remote workers

Thu, Nov 10, 2022

Remote work has presented myriad opportunities for rural and regional communities to grow and regenerate. With the support of an Irish social enterprise, communities across Ireland have been using remote employment as a tool to create social, economic and environmental impact locally.

Where employment is truly remote, it enables employees to work, live and participate locally, no matter where they are. In October, Grow Remote launched a new guide for local communities on creating sustainable social impact through remote employment.

Oughterard rugby club scores sponsorship deal with local IT provider

Thu, Nov 10, 2022

Galway-based Managed Service Provider (MSP) Sleepless has announced its sponsorship deal with Oughterard Rugby Football Club (ORFC). Fans of the club will notice the team lining out in a brand-new training kit sporting the Sleepless logo.

Galway businesses nominated for National Awards in Fit Out Awards 2022

Thu, Nov 10, 2022

One of Galway’s newest and most prestigious healthcare enterprises, designed by Irish Time Design, has been nominated for two Fit Out Awards 2022. Irish Time Design’s project for Galway Plastic Surgery and Med Aesthetics has been named as a finalist for both Fit Out Project of the Year - Healthcare and Fit Out Client of the Year.

Stay away — Flu and Covid outbreaks sees UHG issue appeal

Thu, Nov 10, 2022

An outbreak of influenza and a high number of COVID-19 cases saw University Hospital Galway last night (Wednesday) appeal to the public not to visit the hospital if they are feeling unwell or have respiratory symptoms.

The hospital is currently dealing with a flu outbreak on one ward with COVID-19 impacting a further four wards. Visiting to the affected wards will be facilitated on compassionate grounds, on an exceptional basis only. To arrange a visit on compassionate grounds, the public have to contact the ward manager in advance.

Galway is becoming fast-growing tech hub and draw for tech talent

Thu, Nov 03, 2022

A new analysis of Ireland’s talent pool has found? that Galway’s technology workforce continues to go from strength to strength as employees continue to develop more skills in emerging technologies like artificial intelligence (AI), cloud computing, cybersecurity, data analytics, data ethics and sustainability.

Five common application form errors

Thu, Nov 03, 2022

Q: I’m about to apply for a job in the public service and the process includes a lengthy application form. I’ve looked at it a few times and I’m almost afraid to start – are there common pitfalls to avoid as I set about this task? I’ve never completed one of these forms before, but I have heard friends give out yards about them. I’d really love to get this job as it would allow me to relocate back to my home area. (FD, email).

Galway-based digital stocktaking solution DigiTally receives international recognition

Thu, Nov 03, 2022

Patrick McDermott’s role in the growth of DigiTally, a digital stocktaking platform, within the Liverpool Food and Beverage industry has earned him a nomination for this year’s Livercool awards.

Business tourism to add three times value to Galway economy

Thu, Oct 20, 2022

A business visitor is worth up to three times that of the leisure tourist and meetings tend to take place outside the main summer months, which will lead to an extension of the season for the tourism sector in Galway. This has a very positive effect on the local economy in ensuring that jobs are kept in the west.

ALDI Ireland on recruitment drive to fill 40 vacancies in Galway to meet increased demand

Thu, Oct 20, 2022

ALDI, which states it is Ireland’s best paying supermarket, has initiated a recruitment drive to fill 450 vacancies across the retailer’s 153 store network in Ireland, including 40 vacancies in Galway. The company is recruiting for store assistants including 34 permanent positions and 6 fixed term contract positions in its Galway stores.

Five tips to make a job interview more ‘real’

Thu, Oct 20, 2022

Q: I often find interviews stilted or impersonal. I struggle to bring the real me into the room. It’s like listening to a recording of myself. Any tips on how to make interviews more real? (CG, email).

Anna Geary addresses Zimmer Biomet Women’s Inspired Network Event

Thu, Oct 20, 2022

In line with Zimmer Biomet’s commitment to creating, supporting and celebrating diverse, equal and inclusive workplaces and communities, the Company recently hosted a Women’s Inspired Network (WIN) event at its manufacturing operations in Oranmore.

Galway Art Club exhibition reflects joyful possibilities of positive ageing

Thu, Oct 20, 2022

Immersing yourself and being involved in creative activities contribute to happy and healthy ageing. Continuing with the theme of Positive Ageing featured in this publication recently, COPE Galway’s Jacquie Lynskey speaks of the huge benefits of immersing yourself in hobbies, interests and activities that reduce stress and tension. “Creativity, hobbies and pastimes are not only enjoyable but are highly beneficial and contribute to overall health and wellbeing,” she said.

Grant Thornton launches new Business Consulting unit to support growing client needs

Thu, Oct 20, 2022

Grant Thornton Ireland has launched its new Business Consulting department in its Galway office as the firm continues to expand its practice in line with growing client needs across the Border, Midlands and West (BMW) region. It forms a core part of Grant Thornton’s commitment to hire 1,000 new recruits across its seven Irish offices by 2024.

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