David McWilliams to feature at MeetWest 2016

Thu, Sep 29, 2016

Returning for its 6th year MeetWest, a two-day business networking forum, brings together a wide range of companies from the West of Ireland and further afield to network and do business. This year’s event will be hosted by Mayo County Council at the Mc William Park Hotel Claremorris on Thursday and Friday Nov 24 and 25, with renowned global economist, journalist, lecturer, broadcaster and documentary maker David McWilliams lined up as guest speaker.

And finally, have you any questions for us?

Thu, Sep 29, 2016

By the time you reach the end of the interview, all you want to do is get out the door as fast as you can. However, that could be a mistake, and asking the right question or questions might just help you to secure a job offer, writes SABINA TRENCH, CAREER COACH, SLI NUA CAREERS.

Galway businesses urged to enter SFA National Small Business Awards

Thu, Sep 29, 2016

The search is on for the best small firms in Ireland and Galway firms are asked to enter the competition, with the closing date just three weeks away. Small firms (employing less than 50 people) have from today until 21 October to enter free of charge on www.sfa.ie/awards.

The aim of the awards is to celebrate the achievements of small business in Ireland, and to recognise the vital contribution of the small business sector to the Irish economy. Galway businesses are encouraged to enter the awards following the success of Galway company Topform, which won the Overall SFA National Small Business Award and the Exporter of the Year category in 2016.

With Region of Gastronomy award for Galway, Food Safety Company expands into west

Thu, Sep 22, 2016

Mary Daly, Managing Director of the Food Safety Company has announced the further expansion of The Food Safety Company to the West of Ireland.

David McWilliams to feature at MeetWest 2016

Thu, Sep 22, 2016

Returning for its 6th year MeetWest, a two-day business networking forum, brings together a wide range of companies from the West of Ireland and further afield to network and do business. This year’s event will be hosted by Mayo County Council at the Mc William Park Hotel Claremorris on Thursday and Friday Nov 24 and 25, with renowned global economist, journalist, lecturer, broadcaster and documentary maker David McWilliams lined up as guest speaker.

How can I do better in internal job interviews?

Thu, Sep 22, 2016

Q.: “I have been working in the same job for 15 years, and recently I have started trying for internal promotion. I’m getting to interview, but no success so far. Where might I be going wrong? (JD, email).”

A: Sabina Trench, Career Coach, Sli Nua Careers, has some tips that might help you, and others in a similar position, JD:

GMIT launches new part-time inside sales conversion course using local experts

Thu, Sep 15, 2016

GMIT is offering a new part-time inside sales conversion course at its Galway campus from October.

iFactory West programme aims to grow your business

Thu, Sep 15, 2016

The Local Enterprise Office in Galway, in conjunction with WestBIC, are delighted to announce the roll out of a new programme to help ambitious business owners grow their enterprises. The iFactory West Programme is an ideal opportunity for eligible micro and small businesses to receive professional analysis, coaching and access to experts that will work with them to deliver their growth plans.

TechIreland.org is the place to be

Fri, Sep 09, 2016

TechIreland.org is the new home for locating businesses in Ireland’s innovation, technology, and startup sector.

TechIreland will promote Irish tech companies on an international and local scale, tracking their progress, understanding their strengths and weaknesses, identifying consumer trends, and recording a story of how to succeed in a globally competitive marketplace. In recent times, Galway has become a central hub for innovation, and companies such as Portershed’s Altocloud, GMIT’s Rockfield Medical Devices, and app creator Superpixel, which began in Galway and now has offices in London, have been utilising the online platform as a means of collaboration and growth.

Company co-founded by Renmore man develops global app to help optimize athletic performance

Thu, Sep 08, 2016

ORRECO, co-founded by Renmore native Dr Brian Moore, which is provider of biomarker analysis for professional athletes and international teams, has announced it has joined IBM’s Watson Ecosystem and developed an app that provides personalized strategies to help optimize athletic performance.

Careers open evening at the g Hotel & Spa

Thu, Sep 08, 2016

Are you looking for a new challenge? Are you looking to gain experience in Galway’s most stylish and internationally recognised hotel? Then visit the g Hotel & Spa careers open day, taking place on Thursday September 15 from 6pm to 8pm.

Transition Year - make it count

Thu, Sep 08, 2016

Many students are now facing into Transition Year (TY) with a mixture of trepidation and excitement. This year offers a great opportunity to gain skills and experiences that should not be missed writes SABINA TRENCH, CAREER COACH, SLI NUA CAREERS.

AtlanTec Festival 2016 brings Ireland’s first IBM Watson IoT Hackathon to Galway

Thu, Sep 08, 2016

AtlanTec Festival 2016 have announced that IBM, supported by Cisco, VT Networks and ITAG Skillnet, is hosting Ireland’s first IBM Watson IoT hackathon. The weekend event takes place at the PorterShed, the hub of Galway’s innovation district, from October 7-9 2016.

The Ardilaun hotel scoops award

Fri, Sep 02, 2016

The Ardilaun hotel, Galway, has received a major accolade in the Luxury Travel Guide Awards announced recently.

The family-owned and managed hotel received the Service Excellence of the Year Award for the Galway region, the only Galway Hotel to receive this award in this particular category.

Electronics company in Oughterard celebrates milestone

Thu, Sep 01, 2016

A electric company based in Ougherard, Co Galway, celebrates 35 years of business this year, having established itself as a leading player on the international market.

Electronic Concepts (Europe) Ltd was established in 1981, and was originally a subsidiary of parent company Electronic Concepts Inc, New Jersey. It manufactures high reliability film capacitors for the electronics industry. Over the years, however, it has developed into a complete business unit with design, engineering, research and development, and sales and marketing functions.

New home care provider enters Galway market

Wed, Aug 24, 2016

Home care provider Right at Home has opened its first office in Galway.

Galway craft a hit in Sweden

Wed, Aug 24, 2016

A Galway designer’s ability to recycle materials into original craft products has proved a hit in Sweden.

Ireland West Airport joins forces to launch major tourist campaign

Wed, Aug 24, 2016

Ireland West Airport is stepping up its efforts to boost tourism in the west of Ireland.

Joining forces with airline Flybe and Tourism Ireland, the airport has launched a major €250,000 overseas campaign to grow tourist numbers to the west.

Loughrea manufacturer shortlisted for award

Wed, Aug 24, 2016

Loughrea-based Chanelle Group has been shortlisted for Pharma Contract Services Company of the Year.

Shannon Airport flying to another award ceremony

Thu, Aug 18, 2016

In 2015, Shannon Airport won an acclaimed international award at a ceremony in Durban, South Africa, and this year, the independent airport has again been shortlisted for the same award for the fourth year running, having put in another stellar performance over the last 12 months.

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