Seeing an innovation ecosystem up close at Portershed

Thu, Dec 08, 2016

Last week I attended Portershed for a week of work experience where I fortunately got the opportunity to meet various entrepreneurs, start ups, growth companies and state agencies located in Portershed. Its goal is to create an innovation ecosystem, one that creates a synergistic relationship between people and companies that facilitates idea generation, open learning, collaboration and accelerates commercialisation.

Global technology leader SiteMinder opens sleek new office

Thu, Dec 08, 2016

Less than four months since announcing its entry into Ireland, the global hotel industry’s leading cloud platform, SiteMinder, opened its sleek new office in Galway as it gets set to reach its target of creating 100 jobs. The company, considered one of the top 20 technology pioneers to come out of Australia, held a ribbon-cutting ceremony at its waterfront office space in Dockgate with the Mayor of Galway City, Councillor Noel Larkin.

Marine Economics and Policy Research Symposium told of ecosystem benefits to society

Thu, Dec 08, 2016

The 7th Annual Marine Economics and Policy Research Symposium was held on Thursday, 24 November, in the Glenlo Abbey Hotel, Galway. Organised each year by the Socio-Economic Marine Research Unit (SEMRU) of the Whitaker Institute, NUI Galway, with the support of the Marine Institute, the day provides participants with an update on a wide range of policy topics related to the marine sector in Ireland. This year there was a particular focus on the valuation of marine ecosystem services and benefits to society.

Five tips for the job seeker’s LinkedIn profile

Thu, Dec 08, 2016

Recently unemployed or wanting to make a change from your current role? Having a LinkedIn profile will help to showcase your qualifications, experience and skills…but can you make your profile stand out from the other hundreds, if not more, also seeking similar roles? The following five tips will help you do just that, writes SARAH QUINN, Career Coach, Sli Nua Careers

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Finding opportunities to grow at MEETWEST 2016

Thu, Dec 01, 2016

The West of Ireland’s largest business networking event, MEETWEST, took place last Thursday and Friday in Mayo with hundreds of delegates attending.

DPD Ireland use Galway depot to deliver charity cards and collect LEGO

Thu, Dec 01, 2016

DPD Ireland in Galway is now delivering Jack & Jill’s Christmas cards locally for free and is also a drop off point for unwanted Lego which Jack & Jill sells to raise funds for home nursing care hours

Shannon Airport welcomes new Lufthansa Frankfurt-Shannon service

Thu, Dec 01, 2016

Shannon Airport is set to get its first ever scheduled Lufthansa air service next summer when the airline introduces a new Shannon to Frankfurt route.

The service will operate weekly on Saturday’s from the 29th April to the 28th October using an A319 aircraft.

Chinese delegation to attend start-up networking event at Portershed

Thu, Dec 01, 2016

The Irish Chinese Society Galway will be holding a networking event at the Portershed in Galway on December 9.The event will take place at 11.30am to 1.30pm at Portershed and will continue at 4pm to 5pm at the Galway Hooker Brewery in Oranmore.

NUI Galway scoops two Postgraduate Course of the Year awards

Thu, Dec 01, 2016

NUI Galway took home two major awards in the Postgraduate course of the year categories in the gradireland Postgraduate Course of the Year Awards which took place last Thursday in the Crown Plaza Hotel, Blanchardstown.

Portershed celebrates six months of motivating innovation — and you ain’t seen nothing yet

Thu, Nov 24, 2016

Hard to believe it’s been six months since Portershed opened — it is as if it has been there forever as it has delivered so much innovation and motivation to its users. It is home to some great motivational speakers.This week Portershed was thrilled to welcome back Professor Bob Rosenberg for an eagerly anticipated discussion on money — your fantasies and fears, what it’s worth, where it comes from, and why a pound of flesh can look like a bargain.

Kirby is Galway’s Best Social Enterprise

Thu, Nov 24, 2016

Kirby Group Engineering was named Galway’s Best Social Enterprise (CSR) at the Galway Chamber Business Awards held in the Radisson Blu Hotel Galway on Saturday night 19th November.

Stop gift-wrapping your hard earned money for your bank

Thu, Nov 24, 2016

Returns on deposit related products are at an all-time low with the average deposit rate being offered by various financial institutions hovering around 0.25%. Despite Deposit Interest Retention Tax (DIRT) of 41% being reduced to 39% from 1st January next, the return on your deposits are depressingly low.

What questions should I ask at interview?

Thu, Nov 24, 2016

When you’re preparing for interview, it’s always a good idea to practice answering some typical questions you may be asked, but don’t forget to prepare for that all-important, yet lesser-spotted question: ‘Do you have any questions for us?’ By asking the interviewer excellent questions, you will not only prove yourself a strong contender, but glean a deeper understanding of what’s involved, writes HEATHER HAMILTON, CAREER COACH, SLI NUA CAREERS.

Use this opportunity to sell yourself by asking the right questions and avoid making a bad career move before it’s too late. Here are eight questions that will showcase a good understanding of the organisation’s needs, and help you decide whether the position is a good fit for you:

Chargys off to a strong start for Loughrea entrepreneurs

Thu, Nov 17, 2016

Two Loughrea entrepreneurs have come up with a device that will put an end to the terror of having your phone run out of power at the most inopportune time.

Ireland West Airport figures expected to pass 720,000 customers for year

Thu, Nov 17, 2016

Ireland West Airport enjoyed a 14 per cent increase in passenger numbers during the summer period with over 360,000 passengers using the airport between June and October. The airport is on track to record the busiest year in the airport’s 30-year history with annual passenger numbers set to exceed 720,000 for the first time.

EssentialSkillz named Connacht’s fastest growing tech company in Deloitte Fast 50

Thu, Nov 17, 2016

Galway-based eLearning company EssentialSkillz is proud to announce that their recent success in world markets was recognised by Deloitte in their Technology Fast 50 Awards for 2016.

Six simple tips for a college graduate’s LinkedIn profile

Thu, Nov 10, 2016

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A profile photograph is a must for your LinkedIn profile. Make sure the photograph is business-like (dress like you would for an interview) – definitely no selfies here. Having a good profile picture helps a potential employer to put a face to the name. It also demonstrates your intent to show case yourself professionally, writes SARAH QUINN, Career Coach, Sli Nua Careers.Profile headline

A profile photograph is a must for your LinkedIn profile. Make sure the photograph is business-like (dress like you would for an interview) – definitely no selfies here. Having a good profile picture helps a potential employer to put a face to the name. It also demonstrates your intent to show case yourself professionally, writes SARAH QUINN, Career Coach, Sli Nua Careers.Profile headline

EU briefing for students of only Irish language interpreters training in the world

Thu, Nov 10, 2016

The European Commission’s Directorate-General for Interpretation, Florika Fink-Hooijer visited NUI Galway recently where she met with staff and students of the MA/PDip in Conference Interpreting, currently being taught at the University.

Onwards and upwards for ambitious Galway Racecourse as they appoint Sales and Marketing Manager

Thu, Nov 10, 2016

As part of the continued growth and expansion of the Galway Races Summer Festival, Galway Racecourse has announced the appointment of Sinéad Cassidy to the newly created role of Sales and Marketing Manager.

Let Fahey Wealth Management get you better returns with ETRs

Thu, Nov 10, 2016

Returns on deposit related products are at an all-time low with the average deposit rate being offered by various financial institutions hovering around 0.25%. Despite Deposit Interest Retention Tax (DIRT) of 41% being reduced to 39% from 1st January next, the return on your deposits are depressingly low.

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