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Select from the list below. Return to main menu for more categories. DCEB-Training-Course Event Details Venue Information Cost Top Tips for Selling Online 21 May 2013 4 hrs 09:00 -...

Topics: Advice and Support

16 May 2013 - Read more
Deadline Extension: Building Craft & Design Enterprise Programme

The Crafts Council of Ireland (CCoI) in association with Dublin City Enterprise Board (DCEB) and Designer Dublin will co-host a 7-month Building Craft & Design enterprise programme from May-...

Topics: Enterprise

16 May 2013 - Read more
Temple Bar Night Market

Dublin’s first art night market over the summer months of June, July and August, bringing artists and craft makers onto the streets of Temple Bar; Dublin’s Cultural Quarter. Much of the art that...

Topics: Premises and Workspace

16 May 2013 - Read more
Lean Principles in Design and Innovation for SMEs

The Industry Research and Development Group, IRDG, is running a new initiative with Enterprise Ireland to enable SMEs to introduce lean principles. Lean principles focus on the elimination of waste...

Topics: Innovation

16 May 2013 - Read more
IE Network recieves "Oustanding Achievement Award" at IITD National Training Awards

The IE Network was short listed in the IITD National Traning Awards,in the Netorks & Group category. On Friday 22nd March the awards cermony took place in the Killashee House Hotel, and...

Topics: IE Network News

23 Mar 2013 - Read more
Disruptive digital economy measures dominate Ireland’s Action Plan for 100,000 new jobs

Silicon Republic 22.02.2013 Disruptive digital economy measures dominate Ireland’s Action Plan for 100,000 new jobs As part of a plan to generate 100,000 new jobs by 2016, Ireland...

Topics: Employment Issues

26 Feb 2013 - Read more
Commission adopts a European Retail Action Plan and consults on unfair trading practices

Reference: IP/13/78 Event Date: 31/01/2013 Exportpdf word Other available languages : FR DE DA ES NL IT SV PT FI EL CS ET HU LT LV MT PL SK SL BG RO European...

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11 Feb 2013 - Read more
Exports cooking up a storm to meet rising European demand

Monday, February 11, 2013By Liam Nolan A recent showcase event in Poland saw Irish food and drink products take centre stage. But Irish companies are not resting on their laurels, writes Liam...

Topics: Enterprise

11 Feb 2013 - Read more
Free conference for start-ups and aspiring entrepreneurs at DCU next week

08.02.2013 Free conference for start-ups and aspiring entrepreneurs at DCU next week The Helix at DCU DCU Business School will be hosting a free conference next week targeted at start-ups,...

Topics: Starting a Business

8 Feb 2013 - Read more
10gen plans for aggressive growth in EMEA

29/01/13 Developer to create 60 jobs in Dublin following company success "We chose Ireland as the location for our EMEA HQ and expansion as it offers direct access to a highly-skilled and...

Topics: Business Expansion

29 Jan 2013 - Read more
Cisco kid returns to Cork with a ‘three Cs’ formula for making Ireland the next Silicon Valley

Cork native Barry O’Sullivan is senior vice-president in charge of tech giant Cisco’s US$2bn a year voice products business. The latest addition to RTÉ’s Dragons’ Den divides his time evenly...

Topics: Innovation

21 Jan 2013 - Read more
New DCU hub for clean-tech innovation aims to create 200 jobs

Dublin City University (DCU) is opening a new innovation centre that will aim to be a hub for clean-tech innovation by hosting start-ups, SMEs and larger companies operating in this area. It is hoped...

Topics: Enterprise

21 Jan 2013 - Read more
Ibec: Economy to grow by 1.8%

By Geoff Percival Monday, January 21, 2013 This year is likely to be the turning point for the domestic economy, with GDP set to grow by nearly 2% and the unemployment rate stabilising, Ibec...

Topics: Enterprise

21 Jan 2013 - Read more
50 new jobs in nursing and social care

A HEALTHCARE PROVIDER is creating 50 new jobs across Dublin, Kildare, Laois and Offaly in the nursing and social care sector. Nua Healthcare is creating 50 permanent positions across various nursing...

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21 Jan 2013 - Read more
Minister Cannon launches first EGFSN Regional Labour Markets Bulletin 2012

Date: 14 January 2013 Minister Cannon launches first EGFSN Regional Labour Markets Bulletin 2012New report to inform regional education and training provision, labour market policies, immigration and...

Topics: Employment Issues

14 Jan 2013 - Read more
300 jobs for mid-west through Vistakon Ireland expansion

14.01.2013 300 jobs for mid-west through Vistakon Ireland expansion Vistakon Ireland will expand its operations in the mid-west of Ireland, creating 100 production jobs...

Topics: Enterprise

14 Jan 2013 - Read more
IDA announces highest net job creation in a decade

IDA Chairperson Liam O'Mahony, Jobs Minister Richard Bruton and IDA CEO Barry O'Leary at today's announcement IDA Ireland today reported the creation of 12,722 jobs in 2012. IDA client companies...

Topics: Enterprise

7 Jan 2013 - Read more
40 New Jobs Announced in Enterprise Rent-A-Car expansion

THE CREATION OF 40 new jobs has been announced by car rental service Enterprise Rent-A-Car, which is expanding operations in Ireland. The company is seeking to hire 40 full-time staff in the coming...

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7 Jan 2013 - Read more
AROUND 250 NEW jobs are to be created at a Wexford call centre

Eishtec, an Irish company set up in 2011 and based in Waterford, is to create the jobs at a new custom-built facility in Drinagh in Wexford over the next ten months as part of a major expansion. The...

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17 Dec 2012 - Read more
€1.69m project aims to reduce energy costs for industry

€1.69m project aims to reduce energy costs for industry The goal of a new €1.69m energy-efficiency research project will be to significantly cut energy costs for industry and...

Topics: Enterprise

17 Dec 2012 - Read more
Professional job vacancies increase 11% with ‘positive indicators for 2013’

By Vincent Ryan Friday, December 14, 2012 The number of professional job vacancies has risen by 11% over the course of the last year, according to the Morgan McKinley Irish Employment Monitor. There...

Topics: Local News

14 Dec 2012 - Read more
Rabbitte announces 150 energy-related construction jobs in the Midlands

Published on Monday 10th December 2012 Energy Minister, Pat Rabbitte, today announced the delivery of 150 construction jobs in a large wind energy project at Mount Lucas, east Offaly. Speaking at...

Topics: Enterprise

11 Dec 2012 - Read more
Tech Jobs 2012 - Top 50 jobs announcements of 2012: Nos 40-36

Tech Jobs 2012 - Top 50 jobs announcements of 2012: Nos 40-36 11.12.2012 Tech Jobs 2012 - Top 50 jobs announcements of 2012: Nos 40-36 Today we continue our countdown of Ireland’s top...

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11 Dec 2012 - Read more
Clon’s iconic black pudding sees exports to Britain soar

By Conor Keane Monday, December 10, 2012 Exports of Clonakilty black pudding to Britain are soaring — up 67% — growing from 1.5 tonnes to 2.5 tonnes every week. The Cork company supplies over 600...

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10 Dec 2012 - Read more
The technology business week: digital economy for Ireland’s recovery, Irish firms net more than €6m in export sales

The technology business week: digital economy for Ireland’s recovery, Irish firms net more than €6m in export sales Digital economy will help ensure Ireland’s economic recovery, Rabbitte...

Topics: Enterprise

19 Nov 2012 - Read more
Enterprise boards to get €3.78m in extra funding to create jobs

Enterprise boards to get €3.78m in extra funding to create jobs The Irish Government is to provide 30 county and city enterprise boards around Ireland with an extra €3.78m...

Topics: Enterprise

19 Nov 2012 - Read more
150 jobs set to be created following expansion of financial firm in capital

By Vincent Ryan Wednesday, November 07, 2012 Fund administrator the Butterfield Fulcrum Group is to create 150 jobs in an expansion in Dublin. The jobs will be in middle office and customer...

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7 Nov 2012 - Read more
New start-up aims to bring Ireland’s legal profession into digital age

LegalPanda.ie is a new Irish website that’s aiming to be an online hub for Ireland’s legal profession. The site features a legal directory of qualified solicitors across Ireland, while it also...

Topics: Innovation

5 Nov 2012 - Read more
Edmond Harty named as Ernst & Young Entrepreneur of the Year

EDMOND HARTY, FOUNDER of Dairymaster, specialising in the development and manufacturing of dairy farm equipment, was named 2012 Ernst & Young Entrepreneur of the Year at the Gala Awards held in...

Topics: Enterprise

26 Oct 2012 - Read more
Top five tips for starting your own business - James Caan

When I first started out in business I had nothing more than a phone, a copy of the Yellow Pages and a broom cupboard sized office with no windows. Needless to say it was tough. Whilst I don’t...

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15 Oct 2012 - Read more
New app to help kids learn maths uses Facebook as a reward

Dublin start-up Aftermath has come up with new e-learning software that aims to get kids studying maths online by blocking online distractions and then rewarding them afterwards with time on sites...

Topics: Innovation

15 Oct 2012 - Read more
Medical device firm Mainstay Medical to move to Dublin after raising US$20m

Medical device company Mainstay Medical is to move its head office and executive leadership to Dublin from its Minneapolis, Minnesota, base in the US. The company has just raised US$20m (€15.3m) in...

Topics: Enterprise

26 Sep 2012 - Read more
80% of ‘best managed companies’ plan to expand workforce, study finds

By Conor Keane Monday, August 13, 2012 Eight in 10 of some of the best managed companies in Ireland plan to expand their workforces in the coming year, a survey has found. And nine out of 10 of the...

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13 Aug 2012 - Read more
New job search website lets users track application status

Jobbuddy.ie from the Synergy Centre at Institute of Technology, Tallaght, Dublin, is a new job search website that claims to allow users to track the status of their applications in real-time. The...

Topics: Networking

18 Jul 2012 - Read more
More than 6bn of Earth’s population carry a mobile device – that’s 75pc of the world

Some 6bn people on planet Earth have a mobile subscription, which includes 5bn people in developing countries, according to The World Bank. That means 75pc of people on the planet carry a mobile...

Topics: Innovation

18 Jul 2012 - Read more
Irish company’s radial keyboard design could transform how we type (video)

Irish company BeeRaider has developed a new keyboard design specifically for modern-day usage and, having already launched a touchscreen app demonstrating the layout, is seeking investment to deliver...

Topics: Innovation

17 Jul 2012 - Read more
Greenshoots Emerging Entrepreneurs Programme seeks applicants

Greenshoots, a nine-month business development programme that allows business owners to unlock their entrepreneurial brilliance, is calling on start-up and innovative businesses to apply for a place...

Topics: Innovation

16 Jul 2012 - Read more
Think hardware: Ireland’s master plan to generate 20,000 new jobs

Ireland has the potential to create 20,000 extra jobs in the manufacturing sector within six months – that’s according to the Minister for Jobs, Enterprise and Innovation Richard Bruton, TD....

Topics: Enterprise

11 Jul 2012 - Read more
Business leaders on harnessing Ireland's strengths for green growth (video)

Experts in green finance and clean tech speak about Ireland’s opportunity to innovate and capitalise on its clean energy, ICT and financial expertise to become a global exemplar and an exporter of...

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11 Jul 2012 - Read more
Salesforce.com to acquire Canadian 'shared web' start-up GoInstant

Clouding computing giant Salesforce.com is to acquire the Canadian start-up GoInstant, which was set up in 2010 to focus on helping companies connect with customers via shared web...

Topics: Enterprise

11 Jul 2012 - Read more
EU’s €8bn research grant to create 210,000 jobs

More than €8bn being offered to researchers by the EU is expected to create hundreds of thousands of jobs in the short term and come up with solutions to some of the globe’s major problems. Irish...

Topics: Funding

11 Jul 2012 - Read more
Professional job openings up 5%

There was a 5% increase in the number of professional job opportunities in Ireland in June compared with the previous month. This represents only an anaemic 1% uplift compared with June 2011,...

Topics: Employment Issues

11 Jul 2012 - Read more
Professional job openings up 5%

There was a 5% increase in the number of professional job opportunities in Ireland in June compared with the previous month. This represents only an anaemic 1% uplift compared with June 2011,...

Topics: Employment Issues

11 Jul 2012 - Read more
€2m programme to promote business cooperation and job creation – Bruton

Jobs Minister Richard Bruton today launched a new €2million programme to encourage groups of businesses to collaborate to achieve specific business objectives, improve competitive advantage, create...

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9 Jul 2012 - Read more
Tablet shipments expected to overtake notebooks by 2017 – report

NPD DisplaySearch’s ‘Quarterly Mobile PC Shipment and Forecast Report’ predicts that shipments of tablet PCs will surpass shipments of notebooks in 2017, with overall mobile PC shipments...

Topics: Innovation

4 Jul 2012 - Read more
Irish companies have secured export contracts and business alliances totalling €17.6m

Irish companies have secured export contracts and business alliances totalling €17.6m in an Enterprise Ireland trade mission to France led by Enterprise Minister Richard Bruton He said the trade...

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4 Jul 2012 - Read more
Guidewire Software to create 25 new jobs in Blanchardstown

A major player in the insurance software business Guidewire Software is to create 25 new jobs in Dublin as part of an IDA-backed investment. The Guidewire Services Centre (GSC) is located in...

Topics: Business Expansion

4 Jul 2012 - Read more
Irish IT contract jobs almost quadruple in two years

Statistics from tech contracting service RoleConnect.com reveal that IT contract roles are seeing significant growth in Ireland, reflecting a shift towards contract employment in the UK and...

Topics: Employment Issues

2 Jul 2012 - Read more
Alarm Control 24 to create 60 Dublin jobs

Irish-owned security and alarm company Alarm Control 24 is to create 60 new jobs in Dublin after investing €3m in its 'radio telemetry network'. The network is a form of alarm technology which is...

Topics: Business Expansion

2 Jul 2012 - Read more
Apple settles $60m Chinese iPad trademark case

US TECHNOLOGY GIANT Apple has paid a Chinese firm $60 million to settle a long-running dispute over the iPad trademark in China. The government body overseeing trademarks has been asked to...

Topics: Product Development

2 Jul 2012 - Read more
Enterprise Ireland support an Innovation Voucher Programme

Enterprise Ireland support an Innovation Voucher Programme that provides funding for small projects, completed in collaboration with the higher level institutes. The new call for standard voucher...

Topics: Funding

28 Jun 2012 - Read more
New Innovation Hub opens in Balbriggan

Monday 18th June 2012 Calling all entrepreneurs and start-ups – Fumbally Exchange Balbriggan is open for business Fumbally Exchange Balbriggan, a new not-for-profit innovation hub, is...

Topics: Starting a Business

18 Jun 2012 - Read more
State of IT: bridging the perception gap between business and technology

CIOs and heads of IT need to change how their departments are perceived by the rest of the business, in order to be considered as valued contributors rather than cost centres. In the first of a...

Topics: Enterprise

13 Jun 2012 - Read more
28pc of businesses in Ireland move to desktop virtualisation

Consumerisation of IT in the Irish workplace is being made possible through the move to desktop virtualisation. According to a new Citrix survey 28pc of Irish businesses are deploying desktop...

Topics: Innovation

1 May 2012 - Read more
118 start-up firms launched every day

However, 149 companies — or six each day — declared insolvent last month. This is down 17% on same period last year. Vision-net managing director Christine Cullen said these figures show that,...

Topics: Enterprise

1 May 2012 - Read more
Cisco will create 115 jobs in €26m investment

Cisco Systems will create 115 new R&D jobs for its Galway Research and Development facility over the next two years as part of a €26m investment. Earlier reports suggested it would create 100...

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30 Apr 2012 - Read more
Fund to help small firms Optimise internet presence

The Irish internet domain registry is, for the second year, offering SMEs the chance to tap into its €100,000 website development fund, Optimise. The fund will provide 10 businesses with...

Topics: Funding

25 Apr 2012 - Read more
China boosts Apple’s profits

Apple profits almost doubled in the last quarter, reflecting robust demand for the iPhone in China, as well as purchases of a new version of the iPad tablet, allaying the concerns that fuelled a 12%...

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25 Apr 2012 - Read more
Start-ups put through their paces at boot camp

By Vincent Ryan Tuesday, April 17, 2012 The top 10 companies selected from 150 Irish and international applicants to the Startupbootcamp will take part in the first Investor Demo Day in Dublin on May...

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17 Apr 2012 - Read more
South Dublin County Council’s Eco Week 2012

South Dublin County Council’s eight annual Eco-Week will be officially launched on Tuesday 24th April by Mayor Cllr Catriona Jones at County Hall, Tallaght. The launch involves an...

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17 Apr 2012 - Read more
IDA welcomes decision by BlackRock to open new office in Dublin for 25 employees

Dublin, 2nd April 2012- IDA Ireland today welcomed the decision by BlackRock Inc, (NYSE: BLK) the world’s largest asset manager, to open a new office in Ireland, housing over 25...

Topics: Enterprise

3 Apr 2012 - Read more
Bringing recycling to a whole new level

Reflex Plastics Technology has found a foolproof recession idea — recycling agricultural bale wraps into high-grade material which can be used to make plastic film or refuse sacks and thereby...

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3 Apr 2012 - Read more
#DIF12 – ‘Ireland can be the innovation hub for big data revolution’

Ireland has taken first mover advantage in the emerging space of big data and when combined with the country’s edge in cloud computing there’s a chance to make the country the innovation power...

Topics: Enterprise

26 Mar 2012 - Read more
#DIF12 – ‘Ireland can be the innovation hub for big data revolution’

Ireland has taken first mover advantage in the emerging space of big data and when combined with the country’s edge in cloud computing there’s a chance to make the country the innovation power...

Topics: Enterprise

26 Mar 2012 - Read more
New IBEC guide to help companies with R&D funding

Irish companies can now gain information about R&D funding from a new guide by IBEC, the business and employer association for organisations based in Ireland. While a range of supports are...

Topics: Funding

20 Mar 2012 - Read more
Oil discovery could attract big business

By Conor Keane, Business Editor Wednesday, March 14, 2012 Ireland is set to become a major focus of large international companies looking for oil, if the initial test flows from Providence Resources...

Topics: Enterprise

14 Mar 2012 - Read more
Foreign investors to create 20k jobs

Foreign investors and multinationals estimate they will invest €5.7bn in their Irish operations over the next three years, creating 20,000 jobs, according to a survey. The report, ‘Investing in...

Topics: Business Expansion

7 Mar 2012 - Read more
Self-starters to talk female entrepreneurship at Dublin seminar

Against the backdrop of this Thursday being International Women’s Day, entrepreneurs, including Lauren Fisher of Simply Zesty and Gráinne Barry of Anotherfriend.com, will be sharing their business...

Topics: Enterprise

6 Mar 2012 - Read more
Social media agency Simply Zesty acquired by UTV plc

Simply Zesty, a social media agency sparked by an online conversation and begun in a spare bedroom three years ago, has been acquired by TV and internet player UTV plc for about stg£1.7m,...

Topics: Enterprise

6 Mar 2012 - Read more
55pc of companies plan to hire in 2012 – survey

A survey that looked at the hiring patterns of 100 companies across the IT, finance, pharmaceutical and service sectors in 2012 has revealed that 55pc of the surveyed firms are planning to search for...

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6 Mar 2012 - Read more
Hothouse Graduates Scoop IBM Global Entrepreneur Award

6th February 2012: DIT Hothouse graduate company Profitero, which makes pricing intelligence software, has been named IBM Global Entrepreneur of the Year at an event in San Francisco. Profitero,...

Topics: Innovation

6 Mar 2012 - Read more
SourceDogg to create 80 jobs in Galway

Cloud computing firm SourceDogg is creating 80 jobs in Galway. Enterprise Ireland is working with the company to support it through its next phase of development. The 80 jobs are across areas such as...

Topics: Business Expansion

5 Mar 2012 - Read more
Google’s privacy changes – should you be worried?

The changes to Google’s privacy policies – effectively whittling 70+ down to one cohesive policy – has certainly caused a furor that I’m sure the search giant had been expecting. But should...

Topics: Enterprise

5 Mar 2012 - Read more
The Datalogic Group division, Datalogic ADC, establishes EMEA HQ in Dublin

05/03/12 The Automatic Data Capture division creates job opportunities Dublin, Monday, 5th March 2012 - Minister for Jobs, Enterprise and Innovation, Richard Bruton TD, today announced that...

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5 Mar 2012 - Read more
Cloud start-up creates video tool targeted at SMEs

NovaUCD has been in the spotlight this week, as it is expecting 300 jobs to be created from start-ups based at the centre over the next two years. VideoCrisp is the latest early-stage venture at the...

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8 Feb 2012 - Read more
12 homepage essentials every site needs

Here’s a handy piece from HubSpot that lists all the essential ingredients a webpage should have. We’ve looked at lots of great websites for proof and it’s true, they all have every...

Topics: Advice and Support

8 Feb 2012 - Read more
47pc of recruiters advertise roles online – survey

Forty-seven per cent of recruiters use corporate websites and online jobs boards to advertise new roles, while 14pc use social media, according to a new survey. The survey, conducted by Irish...

Topics: Employment Issues

8 Feb 2012 - Read more
Tech spending remains strong, IDC reports

IT spending increased by 5pc in 2011, despite the worsening economic situation in Western Europe and volatility in other regions, the IDC Worldwide Black Book suggests. Strongest growth in 2011 came...

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8 Feb 2012 - Read more
Online marketing agency to take on 15 new hires

Sandyford, Co Dublin-based start-up Product2Market, which specialises in both online and offline marketing, is aiming to take on 15 new employees over the next two years. Set up in 2008, the...

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6 Feb 2012 - Read more
UCD business centre expects to create 300 jobs in two years

THE INNOVATION CENTRE at University College Dublin believes the companies based there will more than double their workforces over the next two years – creating 300 highly-skilled jobs. NovaUCD...

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6 Feb 2012 - Read more
Facebook set to file $5 billion IPO

FACEBOOK IS SET to file papers with US regulators later today and make a $5 billion initial public offering, according to numerous reports. The social networking giant has selected Morgan Stanley and...

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1 Feb 2012 - Read more
Arklow firm creates offshore wind farm vessel for UK market

Arklow Marine Services has today revealed its new 20-metre aluminum catamaran, which has been designed and built specifically for servicing offshore wind farms in the UK. The catamaran cost stg£1.7m...

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24 Jan 2012 - Read more
Plans to create a technological university in BMW region

The five institutes of technology in Ireland's border, midlands and west (BMW) region are thrashing out the idea of creating a technological university, which would also ignite greater linkages with...

Topics: Enterprise

24 Jan 2012 - Read more
Coffey records €6.8m profit

Tuesday, January 24, 2012 The Coffey Construction group recorded a pre-tax profit of €6.8 million in 2010, new figures show. The group is one of the largest building contractors in the West of...

Topics: Enterprise

24 Jan 2012 - Read more
Special jobs fund could help Ireland

A special fund to help Ireland and other bailout countries create jobs could use EU money unspent by other countries, according to the European Commission. The fund could run to several millions of...

Topics: Funding

24 Jan 2012 - Read more
Erasmus for Young Entrepreneurs (EYE) Programme

Are you an early stage entrepreneur? Would you like to spend between 1 and 6 months learning new skills and making fresh contacts while working in another EU country as a participant on a...

Topics: Enterprise

23 Jan 2012 - Read more
Airline software player Rainmaker raises €1.5m

Irish business intelligence software company Rainmaker has raised €1.5m in venture capital. The investment will boost Rainmaker’s advance into overseas markets, especially the airline industry...

Topics: Funding

23 Jan 2012 - Read more
Start-up firm pins its hopes on going Dutch

OceanModus is eyeing up new horizons for its paperless solutions aimed at the manufacturing pharmaceutical industry, with the help of start-up funds from Enterprise Ireland and its new Dutch owner,...

Topics: Business Expansion

23 Jan 2012 - Read more
Help for entrepreneurs to develop prototypes

AN initiative has been launched by Connor Winfield Ltd to help entrepreneurs kick start businesses, with access to cost-price prototype development. The initiative, in association with Irish...

Topics: Innovation

23 Jan 2012 - Read more
Irish start-up to compete for IBM Global Entrepreneur of the Year

After winning the 2011 IBM SmartCamp London last November, Dublin competitor pricing intelligence firm Profitero is now preparing to compete in the 2012 IBM SmartCamp Global Final in Silicon...

Topics: Innovation

20 Jan 2012 - Read more
Google Q4 revenues hit US$10.5bn – Google+ has 90m users globally

Internet search and advertising player Google reported Q4 revenues of US$10.5bn, up 25pc on the previous year. Its Android and Gmail divisions are going from strength to strength and its new social...

Topics: Innovation

20 Jan 2012 - Read more
Dublin firms to create 75 jobs with €4.6m expansions

By Aoife Dowling Tuesday, January 17, 2012 TWO Dublin-based companies will create 75 jobs as they expand operations with investments of over €4.6 million in Research and Development (R&D)...

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18 Jan 2012 - Read more
EU wants to double volume of e-commerce in Europe by 2015

The European Commission has unveiled an action plan for doubling the volume of e-commerce in Europe by 2015. It says the internet economy creates 2.6 jobs for every offline job lost. The EU said...

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11 Jan 2012 - Read more
So you want to start a company? 7 tips from the pros

As the EIT Awards contest continues, the institute assembles some expert advice for those who want to launch their own company. The top tip: Just do it. Richard L. Hudson, Science|Business KRAKOW -...

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11 Jan 2012 - Read more
12 new jobs as VoIP player Blueface invests €1m in R&D

Voice over IP player Blueface is to create 12 new jobs as part of a €1m investment into R&D that will focus on next-generation IP telephony and cloud services. The Enterprise...

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11 Jan 2012 - Read more
Irish horse app nominated in ‘Best App Ever’ awards

Tipperary firm Grey Horse Apps has been shortlisted in the “Best Doing Good” category for the 2011 Best App Ever awards in San Francisco for its “Save A Horse” app for the Irish Horse Welfare...

Topics: Innovation

11 Jan 2012 - Read more
Donegal firm develops mobile solution for hospitality industry

Thanks to new products launched by Donegal firm AccuBook, accommodation providers will be able to use their smart phone to check details such as when customers are arriving and the price and...

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11 Jan 2012 - Read more
'A talented and flexible workforce is our trump card'

THE new president of the American Chamber of Commerce has expressed "realistic optimism" for 2012. Peter O’Neill (the managing director of IBM Ireland) said yesterday that Ireland continues to...

Topics: Enterprise

11 Jan 2012 - Read more
IBM boss to lead US Chamber of Commerce in Ireland

The head of IBM in Ireland, Peter O’Neill, has been appointed president of the American Chamber of Commerce. He has warned that Eurozone uncertainty is eating into US investment decisions and has...

Topics: Enterprise

9 Jan 2012 - Read more
Agile Networks gets €80k grant from Fingal CEB

A start-up company specialising in network integration, Agile Networks, has been approved for grant assistance of €80,000 from Fingal County Enterprise Board. Agile Networks was formed following...

Topics: Funding

13 Dec 2011 - Read more
Consumerisation of IT forcing IT departments to respond - survey

The consumerisation of corporate IT - as employees bring their own devices and applications into the workplace - is one of the biggest challenges and opportunities facing organisations worldwide in...

Topics: Innovation

13 Dec 2011 - Read more
€3m to support skills development in biotechnology sector

There is good news today for those who see their future in the biotechnology sector, as University College Dublin and Elan Corporation announce a €3m initiative designed to create a leadership...

Topics: Funding

12 Dec 2011 - Read more
Fujitsu Ireland to create 25 new jobs at Dublin HQ

Fujitsu Ireland is creating 25 new jobs at its Dublin HQ. The company currently has 350 people employed in the Republic of Ireland. The roles are spread across a number of disciplines, which...

Topics: Business Expansion

12 Dec 2011 - Read more
‘Late Late’ appearance prompts launch of Console Armour

A new Irish company, Memods, has launched its flagship product, Console Armour for the Xbox 360s, after appearing on the Late Late Toy Show, which achieved record viewership this year. Console...

Topics: Innovation

12 Dec 2011 - Read more
Five-star hotel manages to buck the trend with pre-tax profits of €1.67m

By Gordon Deegan Tuesday, November 29, 2011 PRE-TAX profits surged at one of Cork city’s best known hotels, the five-star Hayfield Manor Hotel to €1.67 million last year, new figures...

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29 Nov 2011 - Read more
Version 1 creates 90 new technology jobs in Dublin

Irish technology company Version 1 is to create 90 new technology jobs over the next two years, it emerged this morning. The company this morning opened its new headquarters at Millennium House in...

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29 Nov 2011 - Read more
Software firm creates 75 hi-tech jobs

By Business Reporter Monday, November 28, 2011 CLOUD software company Ammeon is embarking on a major jobs expansion. The telecommunications software company said it is creating 75 highly skilled ...

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29 Nov 2011 - Read more
70% of bosses are more upbeat

By Conor Keane, Business EditorMonday, November 28, 2011 Read more: http://www.irishexaminer.com/business/kfqlojcwojau/rss2/#ixzz1f5f4Ukqj SEVEN out of 10 company bosses are more positive...

Topics: Enterprise

29 Nov 2011 - Read more
Young Mayo agri firm wins Enterprise of the Year

Agrispread, an agricultural machinery manufacturer run by three brothers from Co Mayo, was named Enterprise of the Year by the City and County Enterprise Boards last night. Supported by Mayo...

Topics: Enterprise

25 Nov 2011 - Read more
Microelectronics set to create 2,000 jobs

By Niamh Hennessy Tuesday, November 22, 2011 THOUSANDS of jobs are to be created in the microelectronics industry. This news comes as US firm ON Semiconductor said it plans to invest €13 million...

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23 Nov 2011 - Read more
Pharma start-up APC to create 20 jobs in two years

Winner of the NovaUCD 2011 Start-Up Award, pharmaceutical research and technologies company APC, plans to create 20 high-skill jobs in the next two years. The company was co-founded earlier this...

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18 Nov 2011 - Read more
Limerick tech firm AMCS buys UK software company

Limerick-headquartered environment and recycling management software company AMCS has acquired UK software company The Solution Works for an undisclosed sum. AMCS was set up in 2003 and achieved a...

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18 Nov 2011 - Read more
Innovation boot camp in Dublin to help launch smart ideas

Alcatel-Lucent Bell Labs in Ireland has set up an initiative to encourage innovation and entrepreneurship using a boot camp concept. The company is tapping into DCU Ryan Academy's entrepreneurship...

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9 Nov 2011 - Read more
Irish Maintenance Firm to create 200 jobs at Dublin Airport

Irish aircraft maintenance company Dublin Aerospace has announced 150 new jobs at Dublin Airport over the next two years. Taoiseach Enda Kenny opened the company's new €4.5m landing gear centre at...

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9 Nov 2011 - Read more
Nearly half of Ireland’s multinationals will hire in the next year, survey finds

By Niamh Hennessy Wednesday, November 09, 2011 ALMOST half of Ireland’smultinationals plan to hire staff in the next 12 months. Well over two thirds (70%) said Irish labour costs are more...

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9 Nov 2011 - Read more
Fifteen Competitive Start Fund start-ups revealed

The 15 start-ups awarded funding under Enterprise Ireland’s Competitive Start Fund have been revealed, ranging from an enhanced course search site to an Internet platform for digital photographic...

Topics: Funding

17 Oct 2011 - Read more
Going for Growth aims to boost Irish female entrepreneurs

12.10.2011The Going for Growth programme is looking to help ambitious Irish female entrepreneurs develop their business. The programme is open to women who are at least two years in business, own at...

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13 Oct 2011 - Read more
GameStop to hire 140 part-time employees for Christmas

Video game retailer GameStop is recruiting 140 part-time seasonal workers across its 55 stores in Ireland in the lead up to the Christmas season. “We are looking for smart, enthusiastic...

Topics: Business Expansion

12 Oct 2011 - Read more
Allianz - Recriutment driveThursday 13th October, Clarion Hotel, IFSC 128 jobs to fill

Health insurer Allianz Worldwide Care is creating 128 new jobs at its Irish headquarters in Park West in Dublin. The positions include IT, medical services, helpline, claims, client services,...

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10 Oct 2011 - Read more
Taoiseach announces 92 jobs in the Marine sector

Taoiseach Enda Kenny today announced the creation of 92 jobs in the marine sector while on a visit to the national research vessel R.V. Celtic Explorer in Dublin. The jobs will be created in the...

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7 Oct 2011 - Read more
From Donegal to Silicon Valley – a new start-up is born

An enterprising young Donegal entrepreneur has opened her new e-commerce venture in Silicon Valley – a convenient underwear-by-subscription start-up called Frankley.com that delivers underwear to...

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6 Oct 2011 - Read more
Rainbusters wins online trader award; opens new outlet

04.10.2011Irish-owned outdoor clothing company for kids, Rainbusters, has won the Irish Internet Association’s Best Online Trader award for 2011 and is opening a new outlet. Since it started...

Topics: Enterprise

6 Oct 2011 - Read more
Polaris’ Dogpatch Labs locates in heart of Europe’s digital capital

US venture capital player Polaris has located its Dogpatch Labs Europe start-up hub in Dublin, which will provide free space and mentorship to promising tech start-ups. In the US, Dogpatch provided...

Topics: Enterprise

29 Sep 2011 - Read more
DCU researchers awarded €2m R&D funding under FP7

Researchers at the CLARITY R&D operation at Dublin City University have been awarded €2m under the European Framework (FP7) for projects that includes research into video sensors on next...

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29 Sep 2011 - Read more
D&B to Expand Irish Operations with Additional Job Creation

D&B to Expand Irish Operations with Additional Job Creation Sandyford Technology Development & Operations Centre Exceeds Company’s Growth Expectations I am extremely pleased with our Irish...

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27 Sep 2011 - Read more
Biotrin to create 40 high-value positions in Dublin

Biotrin Group, owned by Italian diagnostics company DiaSorin, has officially opened a new research, development and manufacturing facility in Dublin which will create up to 40 high-value positions...

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27 Sep 2011 - Read more
BioWare games support centre brings 200 jobs to Galway

Taoiseach Enda Kenny is due in Galway this afternoon for the official opening of the BioWare Ireland customer service and operations centre. The facility will employ 200 people, 100 of whom...

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26 Sep 2011 - Read more
Twitter to establish international office in Ireland

IDA Ireland earlier today (26th September, 2011) tweeted that Twitter, the global social networking phenomenon, is to establish an international office in Ireland....

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26 Sep 2011 - Read more
Accountancy firms to recruit 750

By Conor Keane, Business EditorMonday, September 26, 2011 THE accountancy sector is set to be a major recruiter of graduates in the coming months. Close to 750 positions are open, with PwC planning...

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26 Sep 2011 - Read more
Dublin gets first ‘walk-in’ tax shop

DUBLIN city centre’s first "walk-in" accountancy and tax shop officially opened its doors last night, aimed at simplifying accounts and tax for sole traders and small and medium businesses. The...

Topics: Starting a Business

23 Sep 2011 - Read more
‘Entrepreneurs Live’ urges people to ‘just start’

21.09.2011The theme of the NovaUCD ‘Entrepreneurs Live’ series launched by Dr John O’Dea, founder of biomedical company Crospon, is setting up and running a company in challenging...

Topics: Enterprise

21 Sep 2011 - Read more
Gradpool.ie is Ireland’s first online graduate careers fair

Gradpool.ie, Ireland’s first online careers fair for graduates, launched today, letting students and graduates match themselves to prospective employers. Companies such as Microsoft, KPMG and...

Topics: Employment Issues

21 Sep 2011 - Read more
Medical start-up gets €1.6m capital

MEDICAL start-up company neoSurgical has secured €1.6 million syndicated investment led by Kernel Capital. Minister for Jobs, Enterprise and Innovation Richard Bruton yesterday announced a €1.6m...

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20 Sep 2011 - Read more
Viral campaign to highlight 2,500 job vacancies in Irish tech firms

Indigenous Irish tech firms are fighting as hard as multinationals, if not harder, to secure top talent to build their products and services. A new viral video campaign by Enterprise Ireland seeks to...

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19 Sep 2011 - Read more
Getting the most when speaking about your Business

Doing public speaking can be daunting for many people. However it is a great way to promote your business. It affords you the opportunity to present yourself, your business and your expertise to a...

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19 Sep 2011 - Read more
Free Mentoring during Fingal Enterprise week

Book a FREE mentoring session as part of Enterprise Week, courtesy of the Fingal County Enterprise Board. Over 300 hours of free mentoring sessions are available to help you whether you are just...

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16 Sep 2011 - Read more
02 ideas room - QR Codes – A Hot Trend for Cross Platform Marketing to Grow Your Brand

A QR Code (short for Quick Response) is a specific matrix barcode, storing information in both the vertical and horizontal directions, readable by dedicated QR barcode readers and smart phones /...

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16 Sep 2011 - Read more
Entrepreneurs to feature in 'Irish Sun' roadshow

13.09.2011 The Irish Sun’s ‘Get Ireland Working Roadshow’ is visiting six towns and cities across Ireland from 20 September to 6 October in a bid to get people back into the workforce or...

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14 Sep 2011 - Read more
New service aimed at helping start-ups to trade safely

14.09.2011Chambers Ireland and Dun & Bradstreet have launched a service called ‘Chamber Intelligence’ designed to equip new business start-ups with the knowledge and skills necessary to trade...

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14 Sep 2011 - Read more
Mentoring programme targets women entrepreneurs

06.09.2011The new National Mentoring Programme for Female Entrepreneurs is aiming to boost female entrepreneurship and to support women's start-ups throughout their first year of being in...

Topics: Enterprise

9 Sep 2011 - Read more
Lighting firm gets €800k investment

By Niamh Hennessy Friday, September 09, 2011 A LIGHTING firm has secured an €800,000 investment for international expansion. The Bank of Ireland Seed and Early Stage Equity fund, which is managed...

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9 Sep 2011 - Read more
75pc of firms moving to cloud-based app purchasing

Some 75pc of businesses are in the process of moving to a subscription-based purchasing model for key applications, a move that ties in well with Apple’s launch of the Mac App Store and the...

Topics: Innovation

8 Sep 2011 - Read more
Jobs availability increases 50% on August 2010

LAST month saw a near 50% year-on-year increase in job availability, but a marginal decline in the number of people looking for work. The latest monthly employment monitor from the Irish office of...

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8 Sep 2011 - Read more
Demand for Irish IT professionals exceeds supply

Despite a 2pc dip in the number of professional job opportunities in Ireland, demand for IT professionals exceeds available supply and job opportunities in the IT sector remain buoyant, according to...

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7 Sep 2011 - Read more
Minister Quinn announces eligibility change to Springboard

Six-month unemployment requirement waived for final course places Education Minister, Ruairí Quinn, today announced that the requirement to be out of work for six months or more to access a...

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2 Sep 2011 - Read more
Free ‘Building a Business on Your Ideas’ seminars to kick off

The Government-sponsored free seminar series ‘Building a Business on Your Ideas’ is starting up again, with the first seminar taking place in Waterford Institute of Technology on 22...

Topics: Enterprise

2 Sep 2011 - Read more
50 New Jobs for Citrix in Ireland

31/08/11 As our customers embrace virtual and cloud computing as an agile and cost effective way to deliver desktops and applications to employees, Citrix continues to grow across EMEA. Our services...

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31 Aug 2011 - Read more
Irish digital TV firm to create 30 jobs in Cork

Digisoft.tv, which makes software for the burgeoning digital TV industry worldwide, is to create 30 new jobs at its head office in Cork. New roles include R&D, sales and...

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25 Aug 2011 - Read more
Surplus surpasses €4.1bn

IRELAND’S seasonally adjusted trade surplus reached a record high of nearly €4.1 billion in June — keeping the country on course to meet a new peak for the full year. However, export...

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24 Aug 2011 - Read more
From the virtual desktop to the virtual data centre

By thinking beyond server virtualisation, organisations can benefit from greater savings, flexibility and agility, writes Sheamus Nulty Server Virtualisation is one of the hottest topics in the...

Topics: Innovation

23 Aug 2011 - Read more
Londis innovates with €150,000 real-time ordering system

Grocery symbol group Londis has invested €150,000 in an Irish grocery wholesale market first – a web-based application that leverages up-to-the-minute sales information and revolutionises the...

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22 Aug 2011 - Read more
ISME: Small firms need ICT strategy

By Geoff Percival Monday, August 22, 2011 THE Government needs to implement a specific strategy for information and communications technology (ICT) for small business or risk SMEs missing out on the...

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22 Aug 2011 - Read more
Irish software firms’ innovation brings SAP into Microsoft Office

SAP specialists Minola Technology has partnered with Spanish Point Technologies, a Microsoft Gold Certified Partner, to develop cutting-edge technology to save businesses time and money. Until now,...

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18 Aug 2011 - Read more
Gaelectric in €18m deal with Chinese

By Geoff Percival Tuesday, August 16, 2011 GAELECTRIC, the Dublin-headquartered renewable energy group, has signed an €18 million development deal with Chinese energy giant, XEMC which will result...

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16 Aug 2011 - Read more
Increase in Irish start-up activity

The number of new Irish start-up companies has risen 6pc so far this year, according to business information firm Vision Net. Approximately 8,800 new companies have been registered so far in 2011 in...

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15 Aug 2011 - Read more
EMC wins Company of the Year in three award categories

Storage hardware solutions provider EMC Corporation has emerged on top in three categories in the 2011 CRN Annual Report Card (ARC). For the first time, EMC has been named Company of the Year...

Topics: Enterprise

15 Aug 2011 - Read more
Barry Group turnover rises to €241m

CASH-AND-CARRY wholesaler the Barry Group saw profits increase last year in what it described as a tough trading environment. Managing director, Jim Barry, said the firm’s expansion plans are,...

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15 Aug 2011 - Read more
Profits at eBay rise to €2.85m

PRE-TAX profits at an Irish unit of online auction giant, eBay increased almost five-fold to €2.85 million last year, new figures show. According to accounts filed with the Companies Office,...

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15 Aug 2011 - Read more
Nualight signs €2m deal with British chain

By Niamh Hennessy Wednesday, August 10, 2011 NUALIGHT, the Cork-based LED lighting firm, has signed a near €2 million deal with British-based supermarket firm the Co-operative. The company’s...

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10 Aug 2011 - Read more
Help with exporting for the first time from Fingal CEB

Fingal County Enterprise Board is organising a free seminar on 27 September focused on exporting for small businesses in conjunction with Enterprise Ireland and Dublin Fingal Chamber. The seminar is...

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10 Aug 2011 - Read more
Morning Mentoring session with Presidential hopeful Seán Gallagher

The IE network is delighted to announce that on Wednesday 17th August we will be holding a members meeting with a difference - this meeting will be attended by Independent Presidential...

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9 Aug 2011 - Read more
Free online design tool for entrepreneurs goes live

Irish entrepreneurs can create their own marketing materials using a new service launched by Snap and Quark called MyDesignbySnap.ie, which has gone live today. Built on the Quark Promote platform,...

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9 Aug 2011 - Read more
PayPal to create another 200 jobs in Dublin

Online payments company PayPal will create an additional 200 jobs in customer service and operations for its European base in Blanchardstown, Dublin, after creating 150 jobs earlier this year. The...

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9 Aug 2011 - Read more
Boston Scientific invests €26 million in R&D at Clonmel facility

08/08/11 Boston Scientific invests €26 million in R&D at Clonmel facility I am confident that, with the talent and expertise of our Clonmel staff, we can continue to successfully...

Topics: Enterprise

8 Aug 2011 - Read more
Advances in third-level education in Ireland

At the IRCHSS & IRCSET Postdoctoral Symposium at the Royal College of Physicians in Dublin in July, almost 150 researchers gathered to share ideas and explore new ways of thinking and working. At...

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5 Aug 2011 - Read more
Advances in third-level education in Ireland

At the IRCHSS & IRCSET Postdoctoral Symposium at the Royal College of Physicians in Dublin in July, almost 150 researchers gathered to share ideas and explore new ways of thinking and working. At...

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5 Aug 2011 - Read more
Pitman offering wider range of distance learning options

04.08.2011 Pitman Training Swords is expanding its distance learning centre range due to demand, with many of the courses suitable for anyone thinking of starting a business. Maria Lalor,...

Topics: Business Expansion

5 Aug 2011 - Read more
Delcath to establish its European Headquarters in Galway

04/08/11 Speciality Pharmaceutical and Medical Device Company to create jobs in marketing, sales and logistics support As the support provided by IDA Ireland for our initial staffing plan shows, the...

Topics: Enterprise

4 Aug 2011 - Read more
New marketing idea for food companies from Easy Food

03.08.2011 'EasyFood Magazine' has started an initiative called the EasyFood Recipe Lab, which offers food producers and distributors an alternative way to market themselves cost-effectively. It...

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3 Aug 2011 - Read more
Search Begins for Nominees in Small Business Community

Wednesday, 03 August 2011 08:49 The search for nominees begins today in the 'Most Promising Start-Up,' 'Business Growth,' 'Female Entrepreneur,' and 'Best...

Topics: Enterprise

3 Aug 2011 - Read more
Business boost for car hire firm

By Gordon Deegan Wednesday, August 03, 2011 ONE of the country’s largest car-hire firms has reported a significant increase in business this year due to larger number of tourists in the ...

Topics: Enterprise

3 Aug 2011 - Read more
Two Irish firms secure eco-funding

Two Irish firms have been announced among 42 recently approved beneficiaries of funding under the eco-innovation strand of the Competitiveness & Innovation Programme (CIP) which supports...

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2 Aug 2011 - Read more
Business Innovation Programme from Ryan Academy

29.07.2011 The DCU Ryan Academy has launched the second year of its Business Innovation Programme, which supports unemployed professionals to up-skill and re-join the workforce. In its first year,...

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2 Aug 2011 - Read more
UPC announces 50 new jobs

UPC is to create 50 new jobs over the coming weeks, the company’s recently appointed CEO Dana Strong said today. The new jobs will include customer service, sales, management and administrative...

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28 Jul 2011 - Read more
Irish start-up to compete in international Vodafone start-up competition

Social web-search start-up HeyStaks has been chosen to represent Ireland at the Vodafone Mobile Clicks 2011 Final in Amsterdam in September, a contest that seeks out the most innovative mobile...

Topics: Innovation

28 Jul 2011 - Read more
Eircom €100m plan to bring fibre access to 100k homes by 2012

Eircom this morning announced the first phase of a plan that will see it serve 100,000 homes and businesses with up to 150Mbps fibre by summer 2012 and eventually 1m homes. It also revealed plans...

Topics: Business Expansion

28 Jul 2011 - Read more
Signs of optimism among Irish marketing community

I came across this in Business & Leadership – interesting survey on optimism amongst Irish Marketing Community. Signs of optimism among Irish marketing community Senior marketers in Ireland...

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28 Jul 2011 - Read more
New Twitter group for SMEs in Ireland to pool ideas

28.07.2011 SMEcommunity is a new Twitter group that has been set up to encourage those running their own businesses in Ireland and further afield to embrace the collective power of social media to...

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28 Jul 2011 - Read more
Quinn launches SOLAS education authority

Education Minister Ruairí Quinn today announced that a new further education and training authority called SOLAS (Seirbhísí Oideachais Leanúnaigh agus Scileanna) is to be established. Speaking...

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27 Jul 2011 - Read more
EU Rewards Female Innovators

Simultaneously with the first calls of the Work Programme 2012, the European Commission is launching a new contest to reward women innovators who have achieved outstanding innovations and brought...

Topics: Innovation

27 Jul 2011 - Read more
Two-thirds of tech firms planning to hire in 2011

Some 66pc of technology firms in Ireland are seeking to hire new staff members in 2011, but companies may not be taking full advantage of R&D tax credit incentives that may be used to hire new...

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27 Jul 2011 - Read more
Former SR Technics workers urged to avail of grants

City and County Enterprise Boards (CEBs) are urging former SR Technics workers who want to set up their own business to act fast to avail of grant aid and crucial business support services. Under...

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26 Jul 2011 - Read more
Career Zoo expects 10,000 visitors in September

Career Zoo expects 10,000 visitors in September 26.07.2011 Career Zoo expects 10,000 visitors in September Following its successful introduction last January, Career Zoo, an event...

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26 Jul 2011 - Read more
venture capital firms invested €42m in 74 companies last year.

ENTERPRISE Ireland-supported venture capital firms invested €42m in 74 companies last year. The amount was down by €9m on 2009, but VCs pumped money into 10 more companies in 2010 than they did...

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26 Jul 2011 - Read more
€7 billion boost for research and innovation will create jobs and growth

The European Commissioner for Research, Innovation and Science, Máire Geoghegan-Quinn, today announced nearly €7 billion to kick-start innovation through research. The European Commission's...

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26 Jul 2011 - Read more
National Women’s Enterprise Day

from Designer Dublin by Designer Dublin Conference Programme NWED 2011 Dates: 16-17 November Venue: The Heritage Hotel, Portlaoise Wednesday 16th November 14.00 – Arrival, Registration,...

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26 Jul 2011 - Read more
New Management Development Programme to accelerate growth

from South Dublin County Enterprise Board | News One of the first Accelerate programmes will be delivered shortly in the Dublin region and we in South Dublin County Enterprise Board have a ...

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26 Jul 2011 - Read more
Tesco to crete 500 jobs

Retail giants Tesco are to create 500 new jobs with the announcement of 4 new stores as well as 7 new express stores. The construction of the new stores will also see 500 new construction jobs...

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25 Jul 2011 - Read more
New Initiative to improve competitiveness

[ Thursday, 21st July 2011 ] Author: South Dublin County Enterprise Board South Dublin County Enterprise Board wishes to provide direct support to help businesses in South Dublin improve their...

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25 Jul 2011 - Read more
The big leap forward in digital education

Ireland has an opportunity to leapfrog the rest of the world in digital education. All that is missing is a visionary State strategy for digital schools. Ireland's enduring failure to so far...

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25 Jul 2011 - Read more
Two Men and a Truck master franchise up for grabs

The UK and Ireland master franchise for removals business Two Men and a Truck has been put on the market by its Irish owners, after they decided to concentrate on their core businesses. The...

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25 Jul 2011 - Read more
UCC seek permission to build €11m research facility

PLANNING permission is being sought by University College Cork (UCC) for a new €11 million Maritime Research and Testing Centre which will ultimately be home to up to 150 research scientists. The...

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25 Jul 2011 - Read more
New cloud-based marketplace solution from Onlinetradesmen.ie

Onlinetradesmen.ie, the Irish online marketplace of qualified trade professionals, has introduced what it claims is a world-first cloud-based solution called MemberTender.com. The service will...

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25 Jul 2011 - Read more
Industry concern that Irish Govt not doing enough on cloud

The 2011 Estimates for Public Services which indicate €300m will be spent on external IT and equipment has caused concern in the IT industry that the Irish Government is taking a “business as...

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25 Jul 2011 - Read more
YouTube founder for Web Summit

THE founders of LinkedIn and Youtube have been confirmed as speakers at the Dublin Web Summit — Ireland’s largest tech event. Last year the two-day event attracted the founders of Twitter and...

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25 Jul 2011 - Read more
Factsheet on Female Entrepreneurship in Ireland

from Latest News From Enterprise Europe Ireland Our latest factsheet on Female Entreprenuership in Ireland has just been published. To view the factsheet click here. Contact...

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22 Jul 2011 - Read more
enterprise evolution programme

Enterprise Innovation Are you currently unemployed but keen to develop your skills for your future? Interested in creativity, innovation,...

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22 Jul 2011 - Read more
IDA announces 560 new jobs as it seeks to lure cloud computing firms

By Niamh Hennessy Friday, July 22, 2011 THE IDA said it is trying to lure cloud computing and financial analytics firms to Ireland, as it announced 560 jobs are to be created. The agency,...

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22 Jul 2011 - Read more
Analog Devices announces 50 million euro R&D investment and creates 100 jobs over 5 years

20/07/11 Limerick, Ireland, July 20, 2011 - Analog Devices, Inc. (ADI), a global leader in high-performance semiconductors for signal processing applications and the world leader in data...

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20 Jul 2011 - Read more
Statement of the Minister for Finance – Budget Strategy Memorandum

News Published on Tuesday 19th July 2011 Statement of the Minister for Finance – Budget Strategy Memorandum The following statement was issued today by the Minister for Finance, Mr. Michael...

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20 Jul 2011 - Read more
No Shortage of Credit for Community Groups and Social Enterprises

Phil Hogan, TD, Minister for Environment, Community and Local Government launched the Clann Credo report From the Ground Up - How Social Finance can help Communities...

Topics: Funding

20 Jul 2011 - Read more
Irish firms lead way in using social media to build customer loyalty

Irish firms lead way in using social media to build customer loyalty Irish firms are ahead of the game in using social networks, blogs, microblogs and online forums to connect and engage with...

Topics: Innovation

18 Jul 2011 - Read more
New digital skills programme to launch

For those interested in starting a business or career in the digital media sector a new Government-backed initiative may be just the incentive they need to get up and running. The industry-linked...

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18 Jul 2011 - Read more
Twitter gives boost to small firms, says business expert

The SME community is alive and well, according to small business consultant, Olwen Dawe, who reports that two new hashtags on Twitter are buoying up the online SME community. "Colleagues of mine...

Topics: Innovation

18 Jul 2011 - Read more
Slight increase in numbers of people shopping - Experian

from Bizstartup.ie - News Figures released today by Experian, the global information services company, illustrate that, after fourteen consecutive quarters of declining footfall, Irish...

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15 Jul 2011 - Read more
Taoiseach announces 145 wind-turbine jobs in Galway

from Silicon Republic - News The jobs are aligned to the commercial manufacturing of the C&F Green Energy's range of new small wind turbines, which have been in development over the past...

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15 Jul 2011 - Read more
Irish researchers secure €6.1m in latest round of EU’s FP7 funding

from IrishExaminer.com Business by IrishExaminer.com FOOD scientists in Irish research institutes and SMEs have secured €6.1 million in the latest round of the EU’s FP7 technical research...

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14 Jul 2011 - Read more
Convert the grads to fill jobs

from Silicon Republic - News The way Fujitsu Ireland CEO and the chair of ICT Ireland Regina Moran tells it, she wasn’t sure who was more horrified, the nuns or her parents, when as a final-year...

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14 Jul 2011 - Read more
Venue finding website growing and hiring staff

from Silicon Republic - News “I came back from San Francisco in 2004 and realised how different the Irish market was to the US. I worked in a niche market in the US hotel industry that...

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13 Jul 2011 - Read more
Facebook co-founder tipped to address Dublin Web Summit

ONE of the co-founders of Facebook is being tipped as a speaker for the next Dublin Web Summit — which is one of the largest tech events in Ireland and Britain. Organisers are reluctant to release...

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12 Jul 2011 - Read more
Professional jobs market more buoyant than a year ago

The hiring market for professional jobs in Ireland is much more buoyant than this time last year, with the Morgan McKinley Irish Employment Monitor showing a 46pc increase in the number of new...

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10 Jul 2011 - Read more
Dublin Skillshare

Share your skills and learn from others (minimal graphics programming). All for free. From programming to pruning and hacking to hip-hop, Dublin Skillshare is designed for the curious, creative...

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10 Jul 2011 - Read more
New €200m fund open to small agri-food companies

Read more: http://bizstartup.ie/news/item/18061-new-200m-fund-open-to-smal

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10 Jul 2011 - Read more
85% Workers Would Work Abroad

THE overwhelming number of Irish workers would welcome the opportunity to work abroad, a new study has found. More than three quarters are less than satisfied with their job and want either to...

Topics: Employment Issues

10 Jul 2011 - Read more
Networking Session

Dermot Greene gave an excellent talk on how to pitch the perfect presentation last week. Dermot has a website www.geekspeaktraining.com where you can get hints on how to speak with confidence. Dermot...

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10 Jul 2011 - Read more
LinkedIn- 4 key privacy controls

See a video on privacy controls at: http://www.krishnade.com/blog/2011/linkedin-privacy/

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28 Jun 2011 - Read more
Craft Means Business

The achievements of Irish craft and design companies are to be highlighted at the inaugural ‘Craft Means Business’ conference at Farmleigh on 30 June organised by Fingal County Enterprise...

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28 Jun 2011 - Read more
CONTROVERSIAL: Men better at social networking!

Men are more savvy social networkers than women, a survey of LinkedIn users in the US has revealed. The survey finds that men and women exhibit differences in their online professional...

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27 Jun 2011 - Read more
Start Your Own Business for Over 50's a Great Success

An innovative Start Your Own Business Programme, aimed at the over fifties, and organised by Wicklow County Enterprise Board, has proved to be a runaway hit. The course ran over nine weeks in...

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27 Jun 2011 - Read more
Internet Training for 30,000 people

Communications Minister Pat Rabbitte TD is making €1.6m available to provide basic internet-related skills training to 30,000 people across Ireland. The new by the Government has the potential...

Topics: Local News

27 Jun 2011 - Read more
Costs of Doing Business

This report from the National Competitiveness Council evaluates Ireland's relative cost competitiveness, identifies barriers to competitiveness and sets out actions needed to improve and sustain...

Topics: Business Expansion, Starting a Business

25 Jun 2011 - Read more
An EU SIngle Market for IP rights

On May 24 the European Commission made a commitment to create a single market for intellectual property rights. Since the earliest efforts in post-World War II Europe to create a single common...

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25 Jun 2011 - Read more
€75,000 euro prize for satellite navigation idea

In line with the European Satellite Navigation Competition (ESNC), NAVTEQ® – the leading global provider of maps, traffic, and location data that makes navigation, location-based services, and...

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25 Jun 2011 - Read more
Making technology and policy work hand in hand to protect privacy

The increasing incursion of social media into our professional and personal lives and shared data storage in the Cloud makes the question of data protection and security ever-more urgent. The answer...

Topics: Local News

25 Jun 2011 - Read more
EU to improve mutual recognition of professional qualifications

The EU wants to make it easier for professionals to have their qualifications recognised when they are applying for work in other Member States. One of the ideas put forward is issuing a professional...

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25 Jun 2011 - Read more
Irish Big Users of Social Networking Sites

A Eurobarometer poll out this week shows that Irish Internet users are the fourth most likely in the EU to use social networking sites and the third most likely to go online to share photos, videos...

Topics: Local News

25 Jun 2011 - Read more
Career Coaching and Advice

The IE Network is delighted to announce a new Career Coaching and Career Advice Resource. An experienced professional with 10 years recruitment experience will offer you free advice on your...

Topics: Advice and Support, IE Network News

15 Jun 2011 - Read more
Every Job Counts: Youth Solutions

Dear Members, Perhaps some of you qualify for this or if not you have a niece, nephew, son or daughter who might. Young People Creating Jobs: An Initiative of the Department of Children and Youth...

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15 Jun 2011 - Read more
Your Dublin Your Voice - Citizens Panel

To be in with a chance to win a helicopter trip or other great prizes please go to www.yourdublinyourvoice.ie. From here you will be redirected to a survey on Dublin which is being carried...

Topics: Local News

14 Jun 2011 - Read more
Social Entrepreneurs

Fostering the development of solutions to Ireland's most pressing social problems, Social Entrepreneurs Ireland celebrates social entrepreneurs from all walks of life. Since 2005, Social...

Topics: Enterprise

12 Jun 2011 - Read more
Enterprise Ireland Start Up Company Job Creation

NEARLY 800 jobs will be created by Enterprise Ireland-supported start-up companies over the next three years, according to Enterprise and Jobs Minister Richard Bruton. Read more:...

Topics: Employment Issues

12 Jun 2011 - Read more
Summer Crafts Fair

This June, talented craftspeople and designers are taking centre stage inside Marlay House, Rathfarnham at the 3rd annual Summer Fair, organised by Dun Laoghaire-Rathdown County Enterprise Board....

Topics: Events

12 Jun 2011 - Read more
Zynga

Social gaming developer Zynga has opened a major new operations office in Dublin, which will be its biggest European office

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12 Jun 2011 - Read more
Talent Shortage Survey

Manpower’s sixth annual Talent Shortage Survey has revealed employers are finding it more difficult now to find engineers compared to the previous survey, while sales positions continue to be the...

Topics: Employment Issues

12 Jun 2011 - Read more
Competitive Start Funds

Following the success of the Internet & Games and the Software Competitive Start Funds, Enterprise Ireland is pleased to announce a call for a third Competitive Start Fund (CSF). This time...

Topics: Funding

12 Jun 2011 - Read more
Asia Pacific Ireland Forum Comes to Dublin

Since its establishment in 2007, the Asia Pacific Ireland Business Forum has become the leading annual business event for Irish professionals based in the Asian and Gulf regions. Bringing...

Topics: Events

8 Jun 2011 - Read more
Good Food News

Ireland’s food production and traceability systems created such a positive impression on a recent Chinese departmental visit that enhanced trade relations seem increasingly likely. ...

Topics: Funding

8 Jun 2011 - Read more
Cloud Research and Development Centre

Taoiseach Enda Kenny today (07/06/2011) announced Cloud Computing research and development investments by Dell. Dublin will be home to Dell's first Cloud Research and Development Centre, while...

Topics: Business Expansion

8 Jun 2011 - Read more
Member Networking Session - Thursday 26th May

The next member networking session is taking place today from 10:00am in the The Greenhouse, St Andrews Street, Dublin 2

Topics: Networking

26 May 2011 - Read more
Enabling Sustainable Communities Conference 24th May

If any IE Network members would like to attend the the Enabling Sustainable Communities conference in Finnstown House on Tuesday 24th May please email Sandra Bolton in the Dublin Regional Authority...

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19 May 2011 - Read more
Member Networking Session - Thursday 26th May

The next member networking session will be taking place on Thursday 26th May at the earlier time of 10:00am in Green Works, St Andrews Street, Dublin 2. Barry Fitzgibbon of the ICBE Begin Again...

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17 May 2011 - Read more
Employment & Advice Fair - Tallaght Library 19th / 20th May

FÁS / EURES will be holding an Employment & Advice Fair on Wednesday 19th and Thursday 20th May in Tallaght Library. There will be exhibitors from Ireland and a number of EU Member States in...

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16 May 2011 - Read more
Networking Session Cancelled - Wednesday 18th May

Due to the traffic restrictions in place in City Centre for the duration of the Queen's visit it has been decided to cancel the IE Network Member Networking session which was due to take place this...

Topics: Networking

16 May 2011 - Read more
Social Media Means Business Conference 8th June

The Social Media Means Business Conference will be taking place on Wednesday 8th June at Tallaght Stadium. This conference is a half-day event and will be chaired Ms. Krishna De who is a leading ...

Topics: Events

16 May 2011 - Read more
Work Experience Positions with Green Works

Green Works have advertised for two work experience positions as follows: Curriculum Localisation Project for Green Building Based: Nationwide, but requires checking in/review from the Dublin...

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13 May 2011 - Read more
Startupbootcamp Dublin

The next round of applications for the Startupbootcamp open in Dublin on July 15th next. Startupbootcamp is a membership based programme. Most of the value comes from the close interaction with...

Topics: Starting a Business

13 May 2011 - Read more
Social Media Means Business Conference - Rescheduled 8th June

Just a reminder to all IE Network Members that the Social Media Means Business Conference has been moved from Wednesday 25th May to Thursday 9th June.

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12 May 2011 - Read more
Speaker Confirmed for Member Networking Session on Wednesday 18th May

Barry Fitzgibbon of the ICBE Begin Again programme will be attending the Member Networking Session on Wednesday 18th May. The Begin Again programme offers employers the opportunity to be host...

Topics: IE Network News

10 May 2011 - Read more
The Dot Conf - 2nd June - Book Your Place Now

The Dot Conf is running for the second year in a row, and caters for anyone who works, rests or plays with the internet. The event is being hosted by NCI (National College of Ireland) in partnership...

Topics: Events

10 May 2011 - Read more
InterTrade Ireland Seedcorn

Enterpreneur? Early-stage, high-growth company? Enter the All-Island Seedcorn Business Competition 2011 to win your share of €280,000. Refine your business plan with expert help and – if it...

Topics: Enterprise

9 May 2011 - Read more
Networking Session Cancelled - Wednesday 4th May

The IE Network Member Networking session on Wednesday 4th May has been cancelled due to illness. The next networking session will take place on Wednesday 18th May. Apologies for any inconvenience.

Topics: IE Network News

3 May 2011 - Read more
Social Media Means Business Conference Rescheduled

The Social Media Means Business Conference has been moved from Wednesday 25th May to Thursday 9th June. The website will be going live early next week and IE Network members will be updated in due...

Topics: Events

28 Apr 2011 - Read more
Easter Bank Holiday - IE Network Office Hours

Please note that the IE Network office and Hotdesk Facility in Tallaght will be closed on Friday 22nd and Monday 25th April for the Easter bank holiday. Enjoy your weekend!

Topics: IE Network News

21 Apr 2011 - Read more
Member Networking Session 20th April

Reminder - the next IE Network Member Networking Session is taking place tomorrow Wednesday 20th April from 10:30am. For further information, please visit the Events calendar.

Topics: Networking

19 Apr 2011 - Read more
Free Talk - Denis Coleman, Founder of Symantec / Financial Engines

Trinity Research & Innovation, Trinity Enterprise Network and The Science Gallery are hosting a free talk by Denis Coleman, founder of a number of companies in Silicon Valley, including Symantec...

Topics: Enterprise

14 Apr 2011 - Read more
Free Renewable Energy Seminar - Friday 15th April

An Taisce will be hosting a free seminar entitled "From Source to Switch: Renewable Energy's Journey to Your Home and Workplace" on Friday 15th April. This seminar would be of particular...

Topics: Events

13 Apr 2011 - Read more
Your Dublin, Your Voice - Results

Almost 2,300 people representing all ages and backgrounds, over 60 nationalities and every county in Ireland, participated in the Your Dublin Your Voice survey between October and December 2010. The...

Topics: Local News

11 Apr 2011 - Read more
Library Talks - Start and Grow Your Business - A Series of Six Free Lectures

Dublin City Libraries in association with Dublin City Enterprise Board are pleased to announce a series of six free business lectures aimed at those contemplating self employment. The 2011 theme is...

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11 Apr 2011 - Read more
Reminder: IE Network Finance Clinic 12th April

Just a quick reminder that the IE Network Finance Clinic is taking place tomorrow Tuesday 12th April. For further information, please visit the Events page.

Topics: Advice and Support

11 Apr 2011 - Read more
Enterprise Ireland - Commercialisation Fund Programme 2nd Call 2011

Enterprise Ireland have announced that the Commercialisation Fund Programme 2nd Call 2011 is now open. The aim of the Commercialisation Fund is improve the competitiveness of the Irish economy...

Topics: Starting a Business

7 Apr 2011 - Read more
IE Network - Enterprise Finance Clinic (12th April)

Niall Beggs will be hosting the next Enterprise Finance Clinic, free to all registered IE Network members, on Tuesday 12th April. For further information, please visit the Events calendar.

Topics: Starting a Business

5 Apr 2011 - Read more
Progress Report on the High Level Group on Green Enterprise

Forfás have published a Progress Report on the implementation of the recommendations of the report of the High Level Group on Green Enterprise. The High Level Action Group on Green Enterprise...

Topics: Enterprise

5 Apr 2011 - Read more
Job Vacancies Continue to Arise Despite Recession

The Expert Group on Future Skills Needs (EGFSN) have released a report entitled the Vacancy Overview 2010. Amid a challenging labour market and continuing high unemployment, the first annual...

Topics: Employment Issues

5 Apr 2011 - Read more
Trinity Enterprise Network - Free Clinic Wednesday 6th April

The Trinity Enterprise Network will be hosting a free clinic as part of the Spin Out Clinic Series tomorrow lunchtime entitled "What we should keep doing, What we should stop doing and What should we...

Topics: Innovation

5 Apr 2011 - Read more
Member Networking Session 6th April

Reminder - the next IE Network Member Networking Session is taking place tomorrow Wednesday 6th April from 10:30am. For further information, please visit the Events calendar.

Topics: Networking

5 Apr 2011 - Read more
Forfás Report - Analysis of Ireland's Innovation Peformance

Forfás is Ireland’s policy advisory board for enterprise, trade, science, technology and innovation. Forfás recently released a report entitled "Analysis of Ireland's Innovation...

Topics: Innovation

5 Apr 2011 - Read more
Message from Paul Douglas, Mentor at South Dublin County Enterprise Board

Please see message below from Paul Douglas, Mentor at South Dublin County Enterprise Board: " I'm a mentor with South Dublin County Enterprise Board and hold a weekly advice clinic in their offices...

Topics: Advice and Support

1 Apr 2011 - Read more
Smart Leads Networking at the Digital Hub

A Smartleads Business Network group is about to launch in the Digital Hub. They provide highly structured weekly meetings which will focus on the exchange of business referrals and the development of...

Topics: Networking

1 Apr 2011 - Read more
Startupbootcamp.org launches in Dublin

Startupbootcamp have added Dublin to their European network of accelerator programmes. Startupbootcamp Dublin will join as the third city to create a pan-European network of over 150 experienced...

Topics: Starting a Business

31 Mar 2011 - Read more
Free LinkedIn Webinar with Krishna De - Thursday 31st March @ 18:00

To mark the recent announcement by LinkedIn that there are now in excess of 100 million professionals registered with LinkedIn, Krishna De is running a free online webinar on how to boost your...

Topics: Events

31 Mar 2011 - Read more
The Green Way - DIT Co-Ordination Officer Internship

DIT are seeking a Co-Ordination Officer for a 9 month intership via the Work Placement Programme. For further details, please visit the Opportunities forum.

Topics: Local News

31 Mar 2011 - Read more
Connect 2011 - Free Event NUI Maynooth - 6th April

NUI Maynooth are hosting Connect 2011 on Wednesday 6th April. Connect 2011 is networking forum, connecting companies with research expertise at NUI Maynooth and creating networking opportunities...

Topics: Events

31 Mar 2011 - Read more
Enterprise Platform Programme at ITT

The Synergy Centre Enterprise Platform Programme at the Institute of Technology in Tallaght will commence in May 2011. It will provide, over a ten month period, a professional practical support...

Topics: Starting a Business

29 Mar 2011 - Read more
The Dot Conf - June 2nd 2011

The National College of Ireland are hosting a free, one-day conference for anyone who works, rests or plays with the internet. Further details can be found on the Events page.

Topics: Events

29 Mar 2011 - Read more
New Start Expo - Event Postponed

The New Start Expo which was due to take place next Saturday 2nd April has been postponed until later in 2011. For more information, please visit the New Start Expo website.

Topics: Events

28 Mar 2011 - Read more
Dublin Web Summit & €100 Tweak.com Voucher

Dublin Web Summit If you would like an invite to the Dublin Web Summit in June then click here. For any queries about the Dublin Web Summit please call Alex Hamilton on 01 4429285. Tweak Voucher...

Topics: Local News

25 Mar 2011 - Read more
Important! Changes to Member Networking Sessions

Due to operational reasons the IE Network member networking sessions will be taking place on a fortnightly basis going forward. The next member networking session will take place on Wednesday 6th...

Topics: Networking

25 Mar 2011 - Read more
Free Social Media Seminar Today 24th March

This was announced on the radio this morning and may be of interest to IE Network Members. Eugene F Collins Solicitors are hosting a free Social Media for Employers / Business Owners workshop this...

Topics: Starting a Business

24 Mar 2011 - Read more
Reminder: IE Network Legal Clinic 24th March

Reminder to Members that the Legal Clinic is taking tomorrow Thursday 24th March. For more details on the clinic see the Events page.

Topics: Legal and Regulatory

23 Mar 2011 - Read more
IE Network Member Survey

In order for the IE Network to improve services to our membership we would be grateful if you could please complete a short member survey. We welcome any feedback that you may have to assist us to...

Topics: Advice and Support

16 Mar 2011 - Read more
Legal Clinic 24th March

Barrister Sarah Carew will be hosting a Legal Clinic free to all IE Network Members on the 24th March. This clinic would be of benefit to Members who are interested in or who have already started...

Topics: Legal and Regulatory

16 Mar 2011 - Read more
Office Hours - St Patrick Day

Please note that the Hotdesk Facility in Tallaght will be closed on St Patricks Day and will be open again on Friday 18th March.

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15 Mar 2011 - Read more
Weekly Member Networking 16th March

The next member networking session takes place on Wednesday 16th March from 10:30am in the Greenhouse, St Andrews Street, Dublin 2.

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15 Mar 2011 - Read more
Finance Clinic - 15th March

The monthly IE Network Finance Clinic will taking place tomorrow (subject to sufficient sign ups) Tuesday 15th March from 10:30am at 14 St Stephens Green, Dublin 2.

Topics: Advice and Support

14 Mar 2011 - Read more
Invitation to IE Network Members to Contribute Opinion to DRA/EU Scheme: EU Carbon Social Credit Scheme

The Dublin Regional Authority is developing a Carbon Social Credit Scheme in the Dublin region in conjunction with partner agencies from other EU Member States. The DRA would heartily welcome...

Topics: Innovation

10 Mar 2011 - Read more
IE Network - Newsletter Issue 4

Issue 4 of the IE Network Newsletter was published on the 7th March 2011. You can view the Newsletter here.

Topics: Local News

8 Mar 2011 - Read more
IE Network Newsletter - Suggestions / Feedback

We are preparing the next issue of the IE Network Newsletter which will be sent out at the beginning of next week. If you have any feedback or suggestions for content that you would like us to...

Topics: Local News

4 Mar 2011 - Read more
Green Enterprise Think Tank Videos Now Available

Videos of the four speaker who participated in the Green Enterprise Think Tank on 29th January are now available in the Resources > Enterprise Think Tanks > Green Enterprise Think Tank section...

Topics: Advice and Support

1 Mar 2011 - Read more
Reminder! Member Networking Sessions - Frequency / Venue Change

Please note the following changes in relation to our Member Networking Sessions. Frequency We will be hosting our City Centre networking sessions on a weekly basis (previously fortnightly)...

Topics: Networking

1 Mar 2011 - Read more
Resources from National Employment Week 2011

The Resources > Back to Work section has been updated with content from National Employment Week which took place 21st - 25th February 2011

Topics: Employment Issues

25 Feb 2011 - Read more
Dublin Book Festival - Free Talks

A series of 'Up for Discussion' talks are taking place next week as part of The Dublin Book Festival which would be of interest to IE Network Members. Speak to the Professionals:Setting Up Your...

Topics: Starting a Business

25 Feb 2011 - Read more
Member Networking Sessions - Frequency / Venue Change

Please note the following changes in relation to our Member Networking Sessions. Frequency We will be hosting our City Centre networking sessions on a weekly basis (previously fortnightly)...

Topics: Networking

24 Feb 2011 - Read more
Dublin Book Festival: Brody Sweeney, Bobby Kerr, Yanky Fachler

Friday 4th March, 9.45am: Up for Discussion VENUE: Main Stage, City Hall, Dame Street SPEAK TO THE PROFESSIONALS: SETTING UP YOUR BUSINESS & SURVIVING THE RECESSION Brody Sweeney, Bobby Kerr,...

Topics: Starting a Business

22 Feb 2011 - Read more
Job Spec: SME Sustainability Programme Executive

South Dublin Chamber wish to appoint an ambitious, commercially focused experienced Business Executive. The position will involve the development and implementation of the collaborative programme...

Topics: Employment Issues

22 Feb 2011 - Read more
Adult Learners Festival 21st - 25th February

The fifth annual nationwide Adult Learners' Festival will take place from February 21st to February 25th 2011. AONTAS believes that all adults in Ireland should have equal access to learning...

Topics: Advice and Support

18 Feb 2011 - Read more
DCU Ryan Academy - Business Innovation Programme Showcase - 24th February

The DCU Ryan Academy will be showcasing their Business Innovation Programme on Wednesday 24th February as part of AONTAS Adult Learner Festival 2011 www.adultlearnersfestival.com

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18 Feb 2011 - Read more
Dragon's Den (Series 3) Kicks Off This Sunday

The new series of Dragon's Den kicks off this Sunday 20th February at 21:30 on RTE 1. http://www.rte.ie/tv/dragonsden

Topics: Innovation

18 Feb 2011 - Read more
National Employment Week 21st - 25th February

National Employment Week is a forum to highlight barriers to entry for jobseekers and a call on employers to hire one additional person in 2011. This initiative will highlight barriers for entry to...

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18 Feb 2011 - Read more
Opportunities Forum

Please note that we have recently posted job opportunies in the Opportunities Forum on the website so please check regularly for new opportunities.

Topics: Employment Issues

18 Feb 2011 - Read more
Google Search Optimisation Starter Guide

The Resources section has been updated with a Starters Gide to Search Engine Optimisation from Google.

Topics: Starting a Business

16 Feb 2011 - Read more
Book Your Place! Career Development Workshop - 15th February

Session 2 of the Career Development Workshop will be taking place tomorrow Tuesday 15th February. More details can be found in the Events calendar.

Topics: Advice and Support

14 Feb 2011 - Read more
BOOK YOUR PLACE - Social Networking & Business Blogging Seminar

South Dublin County Enterprise Board are hosting another Social Networking & Business Blogging Seminar on the 28th February. For more details and to book your place click here.

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11 Feb 2011 - Read more
Networking Session Wednesday 16th February

The next IE Networking Member Session will be taking place on Wednesday 16th February. More details can be found in the Events Calendar.

Topics: Networking

11 Feb 2011 - Read more
OPEN FOR REGISTRATION - DIT / Bolton Trust Enterprise Development Programme

DIT/Bolton Trust has some places left on their free 16 week Enterprise Development Programme starting on the 21st February. The aim of the programme is to help anybody considering self employment or...

Topics: Advice and Support

8 Feb 2011 - Read more
Legal Clinic Friday 4th February

The first of the IE Network Legal Clinics takes place this Friday 4th February. If you have any specific legal query that you would like answered please email info@ienetwork.ie in advance of the...

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1 Feb 2011 - Read more
Skillnets

Skillnets funds and facilitates training through over 50 networks of private sector companies, in a range of sectors and regions. Each network delivers training that is relevant to specific industry...

Topics: Advice and Support

31 Jan 2011 - Read more
Green Enterprise Think Tank

Many thanks to the guest speakers and attendees for making the Green Enterprise Think Tank a huge success on Saturday. We received excellent feedback from everybody involved and are already planning...

Topics: Innovation

31 Jan 2011 - Read more
Reminder! Green Enterprise Think Tank - 29th January

The IE Network Green Enterprise Think Tank is taking place tomorrow 29th January in the Wood Quay Venue. For more details see the event page.

Topics: Innovation

28 Jan 2011 - Read more
Cancellation - Legal Clinic 28th January

Please be advised that the free Legal Clinic by Sarah Carew tomorrow has been cancelled due to illness. We will reschedule the Clinic as soon as possible so please check the Events page regularaly.

Topics: Advice and Support

27 Jan 2011 - Read more
Reminder - Legal Clinic

The first IE Network Legal Clinic is taking place this Friday in the Central Library in the ILAC Centre from 10:00am. See the Events calendar for more details.

Topics: Legal and Regulatory

24 Jan 2011 - Read more
Career Development Seminars

Greg Fry from Careers Coach will be hosting a series of three Career Development seminars starting February 8th. This series of seminars is free to all registered IE Network members. Please...

Topics: Advice and Support

24 Jan 2011 - Read more
Social Entrepreneurs Ireland - Social Impact Programme

Applications invited for €500,000 Social Impact Programme. Social Entrepreneurs Ireland is seeking applications from individuals who are developing new, big ideas to address the social and...

Topics: Starting a Business

20 Jan 2011 - Read more
New Plato Dublin Programme - February 2011

PLATO Dublin is a non profit business-to-business support network for Owner-Managers who wish to successfully develop their business. A new one-year Plato programme starts in February and is funded...

Topics: Business Expansion

20 Jan 2011 - Read more
Ulster Bank - Business Support Programme for Startups

Ulster Bank has partnered with Dublin City Council and Dublin City Enterprise Board to launch a new business support programme for start-ups. Aimed at promoting economic recovery and job creation in...

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20 Jan 2011 - Read more
DIT Hothouse Programme - New Entrepreneurs Wanted

The highly successful Hothouse Programme is seeking sixteen new entrepreneurs to be a part of their next Venture Programme starting in March. The Hothouse Venture Programme is a 12-month mentoring...

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20 Jan 2011 - Read more
Cruagh Wood - Hill Walk

This event has been updated - please check the Events page below for more details: http://www.ienetwork.ie/events/cruagh-wood-hill-walk

Topics: Networking

19 Jan 2011 - Read more
Endeavour Programme - Deadline 26th January

Deadline for entries to The Endeavour Programme close on 26th January 2011. Endeavour is Ireland's leading fast-track programme for business start-ups. Under the new two-phase structure, Endeavour is...

Topics: Innovation

19 Jan 2011 - Read more
Ignite Your Business

News International wants to help turn your small business into big business. They are offering an overall prize of €100,000 of free press advertising in their three leading papers - The Sunday...

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19 Jan 2011 - Read more
Reminder - Networking Session

The weekly member networking session will be taking place in Bewley's Cafe in Grafton Street from 10.30am tomorrow Wednesday 19th January.

Topics: Networking

18 Jan 2011 - Read more
Hill Walk for Members

Reminder that the Hill Walk in Cruagh Wood for IE Network Members is taking place next Saturday 22nd January. Please email info@ienetwork.ie if you are interested in attending. More details here.

Topics: Networking

17 Jan 2011 - Read more
Career Zoo

Reminder that the IE Network are exhibiting at Career Zoo in the Mansion House this weekend. More details can be found at http://www.careerzoo.ie

Topics: Employment Issues

14 Jan 2011 - Read more
Free Mentoring for IE Network Members

Dublin City Entreprise Board are offering 2 hours free mentoring per week to all IE Network Members for up to 6 months. This offer is by application only and is available for startup businesses...

Topics: Starting a Business

10 Jan 2011 - Read more
€10million Loan Fund for Start-Up Businesses

Ulster Bank and the Lord Mayor’s office, in partnership with Dublin City Council and Dublin City Enterprise Board are providing a Business Support Programme for start up businesses The...

Topics: Funding

7 Jan 2011 - Read more
Endeavour Programme 2011

Endeavour is Ireland's leading fast-track programme for business start-ups. Under their new two-phase structure, Endeavour is open to founders (and their co-founders), as well as...

Topics: Starting a Business

7 Jan 2011 - Read more
IE Network Exhibiting at Career Zoo 15-16 January

The IE Network will be exhibiting at Career Zoo over the weekend of the 15th - 16th January 2011 at The Mansion House, Dawson Street, Dublin 2. Career Zoo is the first event of its kind to connect...

Topics: Employment Issues

6 Jan 2011 - Read more
Hot Desk Facility

Just a reminder that we have a Hot Desk facility available for free to all IE Network members. For more details click here.

Topics: Premises and Workspace

6 Jan 2011 - Read more
Cruagh Wood Walk Rescheduled

The walk in Cruagh Wood has been rescheduled for Saturday 22nd January - Please click here for further details of the walk.

Topics: Networking

5 Jan 2011 - Read more
IE Network Ezine - Issue 1

The first edition of the IE Network Ezine is available here.

Topics: Local News

4 Jan 2011 - Read more
IDA Ireland - End of Year Statement 2010

IDA Ireland wins significant increase in new jobs from Foreign Direct Investment in 2010 "Ireland continued in 2010 to win significant foreign direct investment. Most encouraging is the substantial...

Topics: Funding

4 Jan 2011 - Read more
IE Network Exhibiting at Career Zoo

The IE Network will be exhibiting at Career Zoo at the The Mansion House over the weekend of the 15th-16th January. Career Zoo is the first exhibition of its kind to target professional people who...

Topics: Local News

4 Jan 2011 - Read more
Increase Your Chances of Success by Adopting a Realistic Approach to Your Health Regime

Article from The Irish Times, 4 Jan 2011, by Carol Ryan New Year, New You Increase Your Chances of Success by Adopting a Realistic Approach to Your Health Regime Are you busy making resolutions to be...

Topics: Advice and Support

4 Jan 2011 - Read more
Small Firms Call for Re-Training

Article from the The Irish Times, 4 Jan 2011 Job creation must be at the heart of any recovery strategy, a leading business lobby group warned yesterday. Small Firms Association director Avine...

Topics: Employment Issues

4 Jan 2011 - Read more
Happy New Year!

We would like to wish all IE Network Members a Happy New Year and we look forward to supporting you through 2011! We are continually uploading News and Events so please check regularly for updates.

Topics: Local News

4 Jan 2011 - Read more
The Irish Times - Irish Management Skills Weak

The Irish Times 21 Dec 2010 By Suzanne Lynch CORPORATE IRELAND’S lack of management skills is one of the main reasons behind the State’s lack of competitiveness, a report from the Irish...

Topics: Local News

21 Dec 2010 - Read more
Networking Session 22nd December - Cancelled

Tommorow's Networking Session due to be held in Rua Red in Tallaght has been cancelled owing to the adverse weather conditions. Our next Networking Session will be taking place on the 5th January...

Topics: Networking

21 Dec 2010 - Read more
Major Boost for Innovation Fund from US Firm Polaris

The Innovation Fund Ireland received a significant boost with the announcement by Taoiseach Brian Cowen that major US venture capital firm Polaris is to open an office in Ireland. Polaris Venture...

Topics: Innovation

16 Dec 2010 - Read more
115 New Jobs for Goodman Medical Ireland in Galway

Minister for Enterprise, Trade and Innovation Batt O’Keeffe TD today announced that Goodman Medical Ireland Ltd. is to create up to 115 new jobs over 5 years and invest €1.1m at its facility in...

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16 Dec 2010 - Read more
OSG Announces 155 New Jobs for Dublin

OSG Ltd, a Financial Services firm based in in Sandymount are to create 155 jobs in Dublin. The company serves the insurance and financial services markets and already employs 245 workers in 9...

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15 Dec 2010 - Read more
Avego to Create 35 New Jobs

CORK-based specialist technology company Avego is to double staff numbers at its head office as part of an ongoing expansion drive. Read more at...

Topics: Local News

14 Dec 2010 - Read more
Tánaiste Announces Suite of Measures to Assist the Unemployed

The Tánaiste and Minister for Education and Skills, Ms. Mary Coughlan TD, today (Tuesday, 14 December 2010) announced a suite of new and expanded initiatives designed to provide assistance to the ...

Topics: Employment Issues

14 Dec 2010 - Read more
IE Network - Christmas Social Networking Evening

Just a quick update to advise that the venue for the IE Network Christmas Social Networking Evening has been confirmed - details below. Date: Friday 17th December Time: 7pm onwards Venue: Kennedy's,...

Topics: Networking

14 Dec 2010 - Read more
Free Coaching Session with Conor Garland

Conor Garland is offering a free coaching session to IE Network members. The initial consulation takes approximately two hours and is 100% confidential. For more details see:...

Topics: Advice and Support

13 Dec 2010 - Read more
€17m Fund for Innovative New Firms Announced by Minister for Enterprise Batt O'Keeffe

Enterprise Minister Batt O’Keeffe today announced a new €17m fund for innovative new firms to create high-quality jobs. The fund, designed to help entrepreneurs create new products and services...

Topics: Funding

13 Dec 2010 - Read more
Networking Session - Wednesday 15th December

Barrister Sarah Carew will be in attendance at the IE Network weekly networking session in Bewleys on Wednesday 15th December at 10.30am so if you have any legal questions. Sarah will also be running...

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13 Dec 2010 - Read more
IE Network - Christmas Social Networking Evening!

The IE Network will be hosting a Christmas Social Evening Evening for all IE Network Members on Friday 17th December from 7pm. Venue to be confirmed, keep an eye on the News / Events sections over...

Topics: Local News

10 Dec 2010 - Read more
South Dublin Enterprise Board - Free Mentoring Sessions

South Dublin Enterprise Board have two hours per week to assign to IE Network Members, free of charge. For more information, please contact helen.madden@ienetwork.ie: reference SDEB Mentoring...

Topics: Advice and Support

8 Dec 2010 - Read more
Budget 2011: Main Points

South_Dublin_Chamber_-_Budget_2011.pdf Defence Forces budget for 2011 reduced by 4 per cent Budgetary limit on the Dental Treatment Services Scheme introduced this year to be maintained Overall...

Topics: Local News

8 Dec 2010 - Read more
IE Network Social Media Pages

Just a reminder to members that you can also follow the IE Network on Twitter, LinkedIn and Facebook at the links below. Please feel free to send the links on to anybody who you think would be...

Topics: Networking

7 Dec 2010 - Read more
Dell Announces 100 Jobs in Dublin and Limerick

Computer-maker Dell is hiring up to 100 staff in Dublin and Limerick, bringing its workforce in Ireland to 2,300 people. Between 80 and 100 jobs are available immediately in sales, services,...

Topics: Local News

6 Dec 2010 - Read more
KEMP Technologies Inc Announces the Establishment of its EMEA HQ in Limerick

KEMP Technologies, a US based information technology company providing server load balancing solutions for small to medium enterprises and internet service providers, is to locate its European Sales...

Topics: Local News

3 Dec 2010 - Read more
Rockwell Automation Announces it is to Increase its Irish Workforce by 10%

Milwaukee, USA headquartered Rockwell Automation has announced that it will increase its workforce in Ireland by 10% by the end of 2011. These new positions will support Rockwell Automation's...

Topics: Local News

3 Dec 2010 - Read more
Network Session followed by Social Mixer CANCELLED DUE TO INCLEMENT WEATHER

Networking Session followed by Social Mixer CANCELLED DUE TO INCLEMENT WEATHER

Topics: Networking

2 Dec 2010 - Read more
Thursday 2nd December, Networking, Bewley's Cafe, 10.30am

Thursday morning's networking session in Bewley's Café on Grafton will go ahead as planned, weather notwithstanding and will be hosted by Helen Madden, Manager of the IE Network.

Topics: Networking

30 Nov 2010 - Read more
Sarah Carew, BL, to hold monthly Business Legal Clinics for IE Network Members from January 2011

We are delighted to announce that Barrister Sarah Carew will be holding clinics each month for Members who have questions regarding business law. The clinics will take the shape as follows: queries...

Topics: Legal and Regulatory

30 Nov 2010 - Read more
IE Network Member Les Sanderson 2nd Place Entrepreneur Competition

Congratulations to IE Network Member Les Sanderson who came second in an entrepreneur competion which had a total prize value of €46,200. The two winning projects were annouced at a ceremony...

Topics: Funding

30 Nov 2010 - Read more
Accenture to Open Analytics Innovation Centre in Ireland

Accenture today announced plans to open a research, development and innovation centre in Dublin to develop predictive analytics solutions for clients worldwide. Predictive analytics applies advanced...

Topics: Local News

30 Nov 2010 - Read more
Irish Times Innovation Awards 2011

Innovation is driven by people and The Irish Times and InterTradeIreland want to acknowledge the people who drive innovation in their organisations by inviting indigenous and international companies,...

Topics: Innovation

30 Nov 2010 - Read more
In The Indo: "Jobless told: Train or Work to keep Dole"

In a press release dated 24th November, Minister for Social Protection Éamonn Ó Cuív – aims to primarily achieve savings in social welfare expenditure through a combination of structural...

Topics: Legal and Regulatory

26 Nov 2010 - Read more
In-House Position Vacant: Members' Panel

Voluntary 2: Members' Panel IE Network is looking for Members to become part of a Panel Of Members, which meet regularly to discuss the progress and future needs of Members in order that the service...

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26 Nov 2010 - Read more
In-House Position FILLED: Legal Clinic Lawyer

Voluntary 1: Legal Clinic Lawyer IE Network is looking for a lawyer to hold a legal clinic once a month for Members interested in progressing a start-up idea. Anyone interested should contact...

Topics: Legal and Regulatory

26 Nov 2010 - Read more
DIT Upskill - 300 Places Available for Labour Market Activation Programmes 2011

100% funding available to attend a Labour Market Activation Programmes at DIT and keep your Jobseekers Allowance/Benefits. DIT has a further 300 places available for LMA programmes starting in...

Topics: Funding

26 Nov 2010 - Read more
Dublin City Entreprise Board - Free Enterprise Space And Mentoring

Free Enterprise Space and Mentoring for up to 6 months. By Application Only. Start Up Businesses only. For more details please follow link...

Topics: Starting a Business

25 Nov 2010 - Read more
Training: Free 'Green Courses'

Green Works offers TRAINING courses aimed at educating and upskilling the workforce, preparing students for the growing opportunities within Ireland’s Green Economy. Students will benefit from a...

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22 Nov 2010 - Read more
IE Network Free Hotdesk Facility

The IE Network provides a free hotdesk facility to IE Network members, which is located at County Hall in Tallaght. We currently have 12 PC's with high speed broadband, a printer / photocopier...

Topics: Premises and Workspace

19 Nov 2010 - Read more
Follow the IE Network on Facebook, LinkedIn and Twitter

Attention all members! You can now follow the IE Network on the social networking sites listed below. Please feel free to send invites to all your friends to spread the word about the IE...

Topics: Networking

19 Nov 2010 - Read more
National Enterprise Week, 19th - 26th November

National Enterprise Week, 19th - 26th November

Topics: Starting a Business

19 Nov 2010 - Read more
Networking and Social Event, IE Network Members only

Networking Session followed by Social Mixer

Topics: Networking

18 Nov 2010 - Read more
Irish Rail Intercity Discount Fares

Irish Rail are currently offering €10 fares each way on a number of Intercity routes to and from Dublin. These fares are available on www.irishrail.ie or by calling Irish Rail Telesales...

Topics: Local News

15 Nov 2010 - Read more
IE Network: Career Re-Ignition for High-Skilled / Professionals

IE Network Participates in Innovation Dublin Festival

Topics: Networking

11 Nov 2010 - Read more
Career 2 Fit

Career 2 Fit is a 3 day Career Assessment & Guidance Programme www.careerdecisions.ie is happy to offer places to IE Network Members as a distinct group of unemployed/ underemployed...

Topics: Advice and Support

8 Nov 2010 - Read more
Dublin Galway - Free Seats

Iarnród Éireann is piloting a new online fares system on the Dublin Galway route. Customers can avail of Free Seats* if they book in advance on www.irishrail.ie or by calling 1850 366...

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8 Nov 2010 - Read more
Fingal News Spring 2009

Inside this issue Save Money – Keep Recycling Golf for ¤20 on Fingal Golf Courses Join your Library – it’s FREE Affordable Housing Still Competitively Priced Fighting the...

Topics: Local News

3 Nov 2010 - Read more
Innovation Enterprise Network website launched

The IE Network website was soft-launched today, 4th November 2010.

Topics: Innovation

2 Nov 2010 - Read more