Pension specialist says new retirement age limits present new financial planning challenges for us all

Thu, Mar 18, 2010

Recognising that people are living longer and healthier lives, the state pension age will be increased gradually to 68 years”.

This quote from the National Pensions Framework presents new challenges for financial planning writes Ronan Bray of Pensions And Finance.

New era as Anthony Ryan’s opens new menswear store at Eyre Square Centre

Thu, Mar 11, 2010

A family owned business, which celebrated its centenary last year, will open a new menswear store at the Eyre Square Centre today (Thursday).

Local mentor launches ‘Better People’ initiative

Thu, Mar 11, 2010

At the recent launch of Confidential Mentoring, which is designed to improve your personal and professional life, mentor Seán Connaughton explained how much easier and more enjoyable it is to transform the quality of your life.

Galway Free Range Eggs grows business with new look

Thu, Mar 11, 2010

Galway Free Range Eggs, the biggest supplier of quality free range eggs in the west of Ireland has gone for a new look with its egg-boxes and have invested in new product packaging, delivery vehicles, and the launch of a marketing communication programme to drive sales growth throughout 2010.

Dan Murphy is new president of Skål International Galway

Thu, Mar 11, 2010

Dan Murphy of the Galway Bay Hotel has been named as the new president of the Galway Branch of Skål International, the networking tourism organisation.

CIE Award for the Westwood Hotel

Thu, Mar 11, 2010

The Four Star Westwood Hotel in Galway City has been awarded a Special Merit Award by the more than 6,000 Customers of CIE Tours International who passed through its doors during 2009.

Criteria on which the hotel was judged for the award included accommodation, breakfast, dinner, service and overall impression of the hotel.

Ballybane seminar to examine the psychological aspects of business

Thu, Feb 25, 2010

A seminar addressing the psychological aspects of running a business in challenging times will be held in Ballybane Enterprise Centre on Monday next March 1 at 6.30pm.

A dozen jobseekers sought for unique focus group

Thu, Feb 25, 2010

Job seekers who are determined to prepare and deliver a first class interview are being sought for a focus group to develop, assess and validate effective interviewing skills over a four-week period. The group will commence on Tuesday March 23 from 10am to 12 noon in a city centre hotel.

This is the brainchild of Galway man Seán Connaughton who is a part time lecturer in the GMIT where he delivers on Effective Communications and Human Resources. Mr Connaughton who has a proven track record in successful interviewing techniques is seeking 12 volunteers for this four-week focus group and promises that the sessions will be interesting, interactive and innovative.

The g Hotel has been recognised as the top hotel in Ireland.

Thu, Feb 25, 2010

The g Hotel, Galway’s most luxurious five star spa hotel, is certainly celebrating the New Year after being recognised as the top hotel in Ireland on the prestigious ‘Travel & Leisure 500 World’s Best Hotels’. To add to the splendour of winning the esteemed accolade, the g ranked within the top 100 of the world class properties. Pictured above is Damien O’Riordan, General Manager of the five star g hotel, celebrating with staff after the award. Photo: Reg Gordon

Cash flow is king — advice to small businesses in Galway

Thu, Feb 25, 2010

At a recent meeting of the ACCA Ireland Munster/Connaught Members’ Network at the Menlo Park Hotel, ACCA Ireland president Brian McEnery spoke about what small companies should do if they find themselves in difficult circumstances.

New €7.5m clinical research facility will allow cutting edge trials

Thu, Feb 18, 2010

Professor Larry Egan, Interim Director of the Health Research Board (HRB) Clinical Research Facility, Galway has welcomed the announcement that €7.5m in capital funding is being provided for the construction of a new Clinical Research Facility on the grounds of University Hospital Galway.

Beat the recession at VTOS Open Day

Thu, Feb 18, 2010

Amid recession, job losses, gloom and despair, an event being held in Galway next Thursday (Feb 25) offers people a chance to deal constructively with unemployment and emerge newly qualified to meet future demands for a skilled workforce.

This is when Galway’s adult education and training centre, VTOS will hold its first annual open day, in a new state of the art building at Merchants Square on Merchants Road.

Splash Graphics for high quality graphic design and a professional service

Thu, Feb 18, 2010

Whether you are starting a new business or promoting an existing one, Splash Graphics can add a fresh approach and a modern touch to your branding.

The Athlone-based business can help with graphic design, corporate identity, branding, print media, advertising, promotional products, and wedding invitations.

Supermacs continue sponsorship of Galway Hurling teams

Thu, Feb 18, 2010

Pat McDonagh, MD of Supermacs (right), with Joe Byrne, chairman of the Galway County Hurling board, and hurling managers Mattie Murphy, John McIntyre and Anthony Cunningham at the launch of the new Galway jersey and the announcement of the continued sponsorship of Galway Hurling teams. Photo:-Mike Shaughnessy.

GES offers free training programmes for those on live register

Thu, Feb 11, 2010

Galway Executive Skillnet (GES) has launched a unique programme of free and subsidised business training for 2010.The organisation is now in a position to offer free training places on a number of its training programmes to those signing on the live register.

Fancy a free marketing audit?

Thu, Feb 04, 2010

If you are considering conducting a marketing campaign for your business, where do you start in the planning? The first step is to audit what you are currently doing internally in terms of marketing. The first section here, Internal Audit can be broken down into the following categories:

Segmentation

Q-Park gives out five thousand free parking vouchers to city businesses

Thu, Feb 04, 2010

Q-Park has given 5,000 €1 free vouchers to more than 50 retailers and restaurants within walking distance of its two parking facilities in Galway, the Coach Station and the Railway/Radisson.

GMIT digital media students to showcase their skills

Thu, Feb 04, 2010

Digital media students in GMIT are to hold an open day this month to showcase new developments in website design and computer art.

Galway Business Club promoting effective business networking and looking for members

Thu, Feb 04, 2010

The Galway Business Club is seeking new members— anyone with a keen interest in business development. If you are interested in joining or even just gathering more information regarding the club, they will be hosting an open visitors meeting on Wednesday February 10 in Flannerys Hotel on the Dublin Road. The meeting is open to everyone and gives potential members an extraordinary oppertunity to network.

NUIG to host Galway launch of major business and photography exhibition

Thu, Feb 04, 2010

A new photographic portrait exhibition, The Face of Corporate Responsibility, Ireland, will go on display at NUI, Galway from Tuesday February 9 to Sunday 14 in the university’s Orbsen Building.

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