Government should expand voucher scheme to drive digital business

Thu, Apr 28, 2022

Digital Business Ireland, the country’s leading representative body for digital, ecommerce and online businesses is this week calling for the Trading Online Voucher Scheme to be expanded in order to facilitate the growth of Ireland’s e-commerce sector.

Hundreds of jobs opportunities at Jobs Expo Galway

Thu, Apr 21, 2022

Are you eager to advance in your career in? Are you seeking CV evaluation and professional advice from professional career counsellors? Jobs Expo is returning to Galway this month and will be held at Leisureland Events Centre this Saturday, April 23 (10am-4pm).

Integer announces acquisition of Aran Biomedical

Thu, Apr 14, 2022

Galway-based Integer Holdings Corporation last week announced the acquisition of Connemara Biomedical Holdings Teoranta, including its operating subsidiaries Aran Biomedical and Proxy Biomedical (collectively “Aran” or “Aran Biomedical”).

A recognized leader in proprietary medical textiles, high precision biomaterial coverings and coatings as well as advanced metal and polymer braiding, Aran delivers development and manufacturing solutions for implantable medical devices. Consistent with its strategy, the combination with Aran further increases Integer’s ability to offer complete solutions for complex delivery and therapeutic devices in high growth cardiovascular markets such as structural heart, neurovascular, peripheral vascular, and endovascular as well as general surgery.

Musgrave donates €1 million worth of funds and goods to support the Ukrainian people

Thu, Apr 14, 2022

Musgrave Group, together with its retail partners, colleagues, and shoppers, has donated over €1 million worth of funds and goods to support the Ukrainian people.

ATU Galway City students take second place in National Investment Competition

Thu, Apr 07, 2022

ATU Galway City students take second place in National Investment Competition

Franchise of the Year Award for Supermac’s

Thu, Mar 31, 2022

Supermac’s has won the Franchise of the Year Award for Casual Dining at the Irish Franchise Awards 2022.

The awards were announced at an event at the Radisson Blu Hotel in Dublin on Friday last. The Irish Franchise Association’s awards recognise excellence in franchising and reward the outstanding achievements of businesses and individuals in the franchise industry. Supermac’s contribution to communities throughout the country was a key factor in the group of family restaurants winning the award.

Galway businesswoman wins ‘Best Online Trader’ award at UK business awards

Thu, Mar 31, 2022

Galway entrepreneur and mum of three, Jade Gavin has won the Award for ‘Best Online Trader’ at the Micro Business UK Awards 2021 that took place in Scarborough this week.

How to keep your eyes on the prize in short-term role

Thu, Mar 31, 2022

Q: I’ve been offered six months in a company where I would really like to build a long-term career. It is a temporary project with a September deadline. Once that’s over, I’ll be gone. Any tips for how I can make a name for myself and possibly stay on after the six months now that I have my leg in the door? (AR, Email)

A: I often think of short-term positions as being similar to an opposing player getting ten minutes in the ‘sin bin’ in a football match. Its only ten minutes, a very short time in which you can force home your advantage. If you rush it, you could waste the ten minutes, and perhaps it might even be counterproductive.

Craughwell’ Ashley McDonnell appointed Chairperson of Digital Business Ireland

Thu, Mar 24, 2022

Ireland’s leading representative body for digital and online businesses, Digital Business Ireland has today announced the appointment of Craughwell native Ashley McDonnell of global luxury powerhouse, PUIG as Chairperson of the representative body.

Network Ireland launches Businesswoman Of The Year Awards

Thu, Mar 24, 2022

Network Ireland has officially launched its Businesswoman of the Year awards for 2022. The annual programme recognises the achievements of women who understand business, who are passionate about their career, and show a determination to succeed no matter what life throws at them.

SuperValu call on Galway’s finest food and drink producers to join the Food Academy

Wed, Mar 16, 2022

SuperValu is calling on Galway’s budding food and drink producers to join this year’s Food Academy Programme. This is a huge opportunity for those who have a fantastic idea for a food or beverage product but need support from experts in the industry to launch their business.

Public Holidays - Citizens Information Service encourages workers to know their rights

Wed, Mar 16, 2022

An extra once-off public holiday will take place this year on Friday, March 18 in recognition of the efforts of the general public and all workers during the COVID-19 pandemic, and in remembrance of people who lost their lives.

This additional public holiday, combined with the public holiday on St. Patrick’s Day will bring a welcome spring break for many. However, while many people will be enjoying the celebrations, for some workers St Patrick’s Day will be a normal day’s work.

Thinking on your feet can be crucial in interview

Wed, Mar 16, 2022

Q: The interview panel asked a scenario question: “what would you do if somebody turned up for work with a smell of drink?” I was going for a job as manager of a retail store and despite working in the sector for almost ten years, I have never encountered this type of situation. I made a bad job of answering it and I didn’t get the job. How was I expected to answer that question? (TR, email)

A: Interviews are not just about what you have experienced, but also what you have learned in terms of thinking on your feet or dealing with the unexpected.

Women business leaders in Galway want to see more progress on equal pay

Thu, Mar 10, 2022

Almost two out of three female executives in Galway believe the level of gender equality in Galway is positive, but that more progress is needed.

New era as PorterShed opens co-working space at Bowling Green

Thu, Mar 10, 2022

The remarkable success of the Portershed which has created over 800 jobs in the last five years continued last Friday with the opening of its newest facility.

Women’s Business Group encourages members to apply for prestigious awards

Thu, Mar 10, 2022

Network Ireland has officially launched its Businesswoman of the Year awards for 2022. The annual programme recognises the achievements of women who understand business, who are passionate about their career, and show a determination to succeed no matter what life throws at them.

The launch coincided with Network’s International Women’s Day celebration, which drew hundreds of women from Network Ireland branches across the country to Glasson Lakehouse in Co. Westmeath. The theme of the event was the “Power of Belief” with keynote speeches from international best-selling authors Anna McPartlin and Sinéad Moriarty. They spoke about how they had to believe in themselves to become writers and how building relationships with fellow writers has helped them to survive in the industry.

Thirtieth Business to Arts Awards calls for Galway entries

Thu, Mar 10, 2022

Business to Arts launched the call for Galway nominations for the 30th annual Business to Arts Awards (2022) to join previous local winners Galway International Arts Festival & Flogas, recipients of the Best Use of Creativity in the Community Award (2021).

What to do when you hit ‘the black ice’ in an interview

Thu, Mar 10, 2022

Q: I froze in the interview. There is no other word for it. I was going great guns until they threw a question at me that caught me off guard. I stumbled through that and knew from their reaction that it hadn’t gone well. For the rest of the interview, I was a mess. I couldn’t get out of the hole I had dug for myself, even though, in fairness to them, they moved on to other topics. How can I avoid this happening again in the future? (DC, email).

A: It can happen the best of candidates. In fact, rarely does an interview go as you would like. It’s a pressurised environment and there are almost inevitably times when you are struggling to fully decipher what the interview panel are getting at, or when you fail to recall information that’s somehow eluding you, or when you are asked about something you don’t know much about.

Goyas launches new celebration cake collection

Thu, Mar 10, 2022

Goyas has launched a new range of their signature celebration cakes for the year that is in it. For over 30 years Goyas have been at the party of thousands of people and have celebrated everything from a Christening to a 100th birthday.

Spice up a classic roast chicken with chorizo stuffing

Thu, Mar 10, 2022

The chorizo stuffing and the spice mix give this classic roast chicken a flavour-packed punch, making it ideal for a weekend family dinner or any special occasion.

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