Zenotec announced as one of Deloitte’s Technology Fast 50 companies
Thu, Dec 08, 2022
Zenotec, a Galway-based provider of IT solutions, proudly announced the company has been listed on the Deloitte Irish Technology Fast 50, for its rapid innovation, and growth within the technology sector. This is the second year that Zenotec have been included in the awards, placing 7th in 2021.
Read more ...Stewart Construction to build Integer’s new innovation and manufacturing facility
Thu, Dec 01, 2022
Headquartered in Galway, with projects ongoing across Ireland, Stewart Construction has won the contract for the build and fit-out of a new two-storey facility for Integer, a leading medical device outsource (MDO) manufacturer, which will be developed on a greenfield site at IDA Business and Technology Park, Parkmore East, Galway.
Read more ...Business essentials from Halvey & Associates
Thu, Dec 01, 2022
Shirley Halvey set up Halvey & Associates in November 2020. The company specialises in setting up business essentials for SMEs.
Read more ...Ibec welcomes launch of Regional Development Monitor
Thu, Dec 01, 2022
Ibec, the group that represents Irish business, has welcomed the launch of the Regional Development Monitor (RDM), stating the data must be used to address regional deficits. The online interactive data platform will monitor a wide range of socioeconomic indicators across placemaking, climate action and economic development.
The Regional Development Monitor provides unique economic and social insights and will be an important window to the performance and impact on the ground of national and regional policies. It provides a state of play of local and regional competitiveness and allows us to better understand the strengths and weaknesses of regions across a range of areas.
Read more ...Tooreen look to claim hat-trick of Connacht titles
Thu, Nov 24, 2022
The Blue Devils from Tooreen will be heading back to the familiar fields of Athleague on Sunday afternoon looking to create a small bit of history and take another step towards their ultimate goal of reaching an All Ireland Intermediate Hurling Championship Final.
The Blue Devils from Tooreen will be heading back to the familiar fields of Athleague on Sunday afternoon looking to create a small bit of history and take another step towards their ultimate goal of reaching an All Ireland Intermediate Hurling Championship Final.
Read more ...Ballinasloe bakery finds recipe for success with LEO support
Thu, Nov 17, 2022
An East Galway bakery is showing how to grow new markets with the opening of new premises at its location in Derrymullen, Ballinasloe.
Read more ...How to recover from a bad interview
Thu, Nov 17, 2022
Q: I did a bad interview – there’s no other way of saying it. I didn’t need to wait for the inevitable PFO letter to know that I had gone down in a ball of flames. I was so hopeful beforehand, but it just ran away for me, and it felt like I couldn’t stop digging. How can I make sure this doesn’t happen again? (DG, email).
Read more ...Digital First best practice eBook for SMEs
Thu, Nov 17, 2022
Digital Business Ireland, the country’s leading representative body for online businesses has today launched a dedicated SME best practice eBook ‘Harness Digital, Power Growth’ to mark Ireland’s inaugural ‘Digital First Day’. Taking place today (November 16th) ‘Digital First Day’ aims to initiate a broad conversation – both locally and nationally – on the importance of digital growth to people, organisations and communities, across every village and town in Ireland. With a network now in excess of 8,000 members, Digital Business Ireland has borne witness to the power of digital technologies in enabling sustainable growth for SMEs.
Read more ...Award-winning law firm Lavelle Partners opens Galway office in Eyre Square
Thu, Nov 10, 2022
Award-winning Dublin law firm Lavelle Partners has joined a growing list of law firms to open an office in Galway.
Read more ...Multiple €1,000 grants and training available for local projects led by remote workers
Thu, Nov 10, 2022
Remote work has presented myriad opportunities for rural and regional communities to grow and regenerate. With the support of an Irish social enterprise, communities across Ireland have been using remote employment as a tool to create social, economic and environmental impact locally.
Where employment is truly remote, it enables employees to work, live and participate locally, no matter where they are. In October, Grow Remote launched a new guide for local communities on creating sustainable social impact through remote employment.
Read more ...Oughterard rugby club scores sponsorship deal with local IT provider
Thu, Nov 10, 2022
Galway-based Managed Service Provider (MSP) Sleepless has announced its sponsorship deal with Oughterard Rugby Football Club (ORFC). Fans of the club will notice the team lining out in a brand-new training kit sporting the Sleepless logo.
Read more ...Galway businesses nominated for National Awards in Fit Out Awards 2022
Thu, Nov 10, 2022
One of Galway’s newest and most prestigious healthcare enterprises, designed by Irish Time Design, has been nominated for two Fit Out Awards 2022. Irish Time Design’s project for Galway Plastic Surgery and Med Aesthetics has been named as a finalist for both Fit Out Project of the Year - Healthcare and Fit Out Client of the Year.
Read more ...Stay away — Flu and Covid outbreaks sees UHG issue appeal
Thu, Nov 10, 2022
An outbreak of influenza and a high number of COVID-19 cases saw University Hospital Galway last night (Wednesday) appeal to the public not to visit the hospital if they are feeling unwell or have respiratory symptoms.
The hospital is currently dealing with a flu outbreak on one ward with COVID-19 impacting a further four wards. Visiting to the affected wards will be facilitated on compassionate grounds, on an exceptional basis only. To arrange a visit on compassionate grounds, the public have to contact the ward manager in advance.
Read more ...Galway is becoming fast-growing tech hub and draw for tech talent
Thu, Nov 03, 2022
A new analysis of Ireland’s talent pool has found? that Galway’s technology workforce continues to go from strength to strength as employees continue to develop more skills in emerging technologies like artificial intelligence (AI), cloud computing, cybersecurity, data analytics, data ethics and sustainability.
Read more ...Five common application form errors
Thu, Nov 03, 2022
Q: I’m about to apply for a job in the public service and the process includes a lengthy application form. I’ve looked at it a few times and I’m almost afraid to start – are there common pitfalls to avoid as I set about this task? I’ve never completed one of these forms before, but I have heard friends give out yards about them. I’d really love to get this job as it would allow me to relocate back to my home area. (FD, email).
Read more ...Galway-based digital stocktaking solution DigiTally receives international recognition
Thu, Nov 03, 2022
Patrick McDermott’s role in the growth of DigiTally, a digital stocktaking platform, within the Liverpool Food and Beverage industry has earned him a nomination for this year’s Livercool awards.
Read more ...Business tourism to add three times value to Galway economy
Thu, Oct 20, 2022
A business visitor is worth up to three times that of the leisure tourist and meetings tend to take place outside the main summer months, which will lead to an extension of the season for the tourism sector in Galway. This has a very positive effect on the local economy in ensuring that jobs are kept in the west.
Read more ...ALDI Ireland on recruitment drive to fill 40 vacancies in Galway to meet increased demand
Thu, Oct 20, 2022
ALDI, which states it is Ireland’s best paying supermarket, has initiated a recruitment drive to fill 450 vacancies across the retailer’s 153 store network in Ireland, including 40 vacancies in Galway. The company is recruiting for store assistants including 34 permanent positions and 6 fixed term contract positions in its Galway stores.
Read more ...Five tips to make a job interview more ‘real’
Thu, Oct 20, 2022
Q: I often find interviews stilted or impersonal. I struggle to bring the real me into the room. It’s like listening to a recording of myself. Any tips on how to make interviews more real? (CG, email).
Read more ...Anna Geary addresses Zimmer Biomet Women’s Inspired Network Event
Thu, Oct 20, 2022
In line with Zimmer Biomet’s commitment to creating, supporting and celebrating diverse, equal and inclusive workplaces and communities, the Company recently hosted a Women’s Inspired Network (WIN) event at its manufacturing operations in Oranmore.
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