Airport chairman Scollan steps down after more than a decade in the role

Thu, Jun 13, 2013

Ireland West Airport Knock has announced the resignation of its chairman Liam Scollan, after 11 years with the airport in various roles, including Managing Director from 2002 to 2009, and most recently Chairman of CADCO, the airport’s operating company for the past four years.

Galway companies awarded for quality management and excellence systems

Thu, Jun 13, 2013

A and T Printing, Colas Group, Galway Turkeys, MAPs Ltd and the Marine Institute / Foras na Mara were among 40 private and public sector organisations to receive awards this week from the Minister of State for Small Business, Mr John Perry TD.

The leading Galway organisations joined the likes of the Office of the Revenue Commissioners, Electric Ireland, National Learning Network and Danone Baby Nutrition in achieving world class levels of excellence under a range of headings including environmental management, quality management, excellence through people and food safety systems, which is the most recent addition to nsai’s impressive certification schemes.

BAI issues rules on food advertising to children during daytime shows

Thu, Jun 06, 2013

The Broadcasting Authority of Ireland (BAI) has issued revised versions of its General and Children’s Commercial Communications Codes. The Codes have been updated to include rules to be applied to the promotion of High Fat, Salt and Sugar (HFSS) food to children. The rules will come into effect on September 2 and will apply to all radio and television broadcasters regulated in the Republic of Ireland. Commercial communications include advertising, sponsorship and other forms of commercial announcements.

Residential workshop will explain how early retirement or redundancy payments could fund new start-ups

Thu, Jun 06, 2013

Over 50s from county Galway are being encouraged to start a new business, using their transferrable skills developed during their time in the workforce. Those who have taken early retirement or redundancy payments in particular are being urged to consider starting their own company.

Individuals aged over 50 who are thinking of starting their own business, or in the early stages of a start-up are being invited to a two day National Workshop on July 1 and July 2 in the Hodson Bay Hotel, Athlone. The “Change, Challenge and Opportunity” two day residential workshop is organised by Galway County & City Enterprise Board and the network of County and City Enterprise Boards and will focus on giving participants an insight into what is needed to research, start and develop a business.

Style and dragons on show as Network Galway honours its winners at glitzy awards ceremony

Thu, May 30, 2013

Renowned milliner Philip Treacy and Star of RTE’s Dragons Den Ramona Nicholas and Barry O’Sullivan were on hand to add a dash of glamour at the 9th Annual Network Galway Business Women of the Year Awards took place in The g Hotel, on Friday May 24.

Commissioner visit a tribute to SCCUL mentoring programme

Thu, May 16, 2013

SCCUL Mentors, a structured mentoring programme established by SCCUL Enterprises celebrates its first year in operation. In 12 short months, over 180 local businesses have received free mentoring support from up to 80 established business figures and industry experts in Galway. Mentoring has been provided across a number of sectors including Finance, Sales, HR, PR & Marketing, Quality, and Business Planning. SCCUL Mentors earlier this year launched its 2013 Programme and businesses may apply online www.scculmentors.ie

Speaking on the occasion of the first anniversary of the initiative Chairman of SCCUL Enterprises Padraig O’Callaghan said that said that feedback from the SCCUL Entrepreneurship Awards had provided the stimulus for the initiative.

Golden memories as Connacht Gold bids farewell to old name

Thu, May 16, 2013

Shareholders of Connacht Gold have endorsed a proposal to change the name of the co-operative to Aurivo Co-operative Society Ltd.

Galway companies highlight National Enterprise Week

Thu, May 16, 2013

A number of Galway-based companies will be showcasing their businesses at Bank of Ireland branches across the county as part of National Enterprise Week, which takes place fromMay 17 to 24.

Vulcan assists the PRTB to produce its new National Rent Index

Thu, May 16, 2013

A new nationwide rent index of all private accommodation in Ireland has been launched this week with the help of Galway company Vulcan Solutions.

Dragons on board for glittering Network Galway Business Woman of the Year Awards

Thu, May 09, 2013

Ramona Nicholas and Barry O’Sullivan from RTE’s Dragons Den series will present the awards at this year’s ceremony. At the recent launch of The ninth Annual Network Galway Business Woman of the Year Awards. The ceremony will take place in The g Hotel, on Friday May 24 and promises to be a spectacular affair.

Shannon taking off as summer schedule launched at airport

Thu, May 09, 2013

The summer officially began for the newly independent Shannon Airport over the May bank holiday weekend as the premier gateway to and from the western half of the island launched its schedule for the busy months ahead.

Two thirds of SMES are under attack from international fraudsters

Thu, May 02, 2013

ISME, the Irish Small and Medium Enterprises Association, has issued a warning to all businesses to be extremely vigilant, particularly during the holiday period, as international fraudsters are targeting the Irish enterprise community.

The Association outlined the many different types of scams, including false advance fee contracts, entries into business directories, email phishing, bogus bank account verification and confirmation of “winnings” in international lotteries as being among the favourite scams perpetrated.

John Concannon guest speaker at tonight’s seminar at Ballybane Enterprise Centre

Thu, May 02, 2013

Entrepreneur and philanthropist John Concannon will be the guest speaker at the May Business Seminar in Ballybane Enterprise Centre tonight Thursday May 2 at 7.30pm.

Printing with confidence with A&T Printing

Thu, May 02, 2013

A&T Printing can provide the solutions to all your printing needs, with offices in Athenry and Galway they provide a complete service to all customers. Their new website is easy to navigate and will instantly inform potential customers on the wide range of products and services.

Mentoring clinic next week for women-led businesses in the west

Thu, May 02, 2013

Start-ups, SMEs, sole traders and professional businesses owned or run by women, will be offered a real opportunity to obtain business advice from a range of professional mentors to support their business’s growth later this month.

Jobseekers get ‘big break’ with Ros na Rún

Thu, Apr 25, 2013

With the Irish unemployment rate remaining stubbornly high at 14 per cent, Ros na Rún in association with Gréasán na Méan aims to assist job seeking Irish speakers in accessing the growing Irish language media industries. Through a one day intensive acting workshop on Wednesday May 1 budding actors have the opportunity to get their ‘Big Break’.

Student scoops cash prize with study app at NUIGSU Enterprise Awards

Thu, Apr 25, 2013

Niamh Duffy, an MSc in Clinical Research student at NUI Galway from Dublin has scooped the top prize of €10,000 at the NUI Galway Students’ Union Enterprise Awards.

Online Marketing in Galway presents JCI Galway and Marketer Dave

Thu, Apr 25, 2013

Online Marketing in Galway’s (OMiG) next meet up session is taking place on Monday next April 29 at 7pm in the Harbour Hotel, Galway.

Five Galway companies scoop business achievers awards

Thu, Apr 18, 2013

Five leading Galway-based companies scooped awards at the Connacht provincial final of the Ulster Bank Business Achievers Awards. Three other businesses from across Connacht were also selected as winners at the awards ceremony, which took place at The Clayton Hotel.

Galway networkers continue to boost local economy

Thu, Apr 18, 2013

Three broups of BNI in County Galway have announced the appointment of brand new leadership teams and chapter directors consisting of prominent local business people.

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