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British Irish Chamber of Commerce posted an update: Artificial Intelligence is transforming every aspect of […]

Wed, 29 Oct 2025 09:40:24 +0000

Artificial Intelligence is transforming every aspect of how we live and work —reshaping industries, economies, and the very nature of talent and trade. As governments and businesses adapt to this rapid evolution, the opportunities and challenges presented by AI are unprecedented.

This event will bring together thought leaders, innovators, and…

Niamh Smith posted an update in the group Culture Arts Sports and Tourism: It's amazing to see how one event can give the […]

Fri, 22 Aug 2025 10:50:48 +0100

It’s amazing to see how one event can give the local economy such a boost, notwithstanding the boost of 2x Oasis gigs in Dublin just last weekend too. US college football game in Dublin expected to generate €130m for Irish economy | Irish Independent

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US college football game in Dublin expected to generate €130m for Irish economy

This month’s American college football match at the Aviva Stadium in Dublin will generate over €130m for the Irish economy, according to Grand Thornton’s Post Game Economic Report.

David O’Reilly posted an update: Looking forward to meeting new clients over the coming […]

Thu, 21 Aug 2025 16:08:37 +0100

Looking forward to meeting new clients over the coming weeks in the City of London to discuss Davy Private Clients UK and the services we offer. We are pleased to host clients and contacts for coffee at our London office in the heart of The City of London at 45 Gresham Street. I would be delighted to meet up for a coffee and discuss your…

Niamh Smith: A very warm congrats to @sujita and all at Nexatrak who […]

Mon, 18 Aug 2025 14:32:46 +0100

A very warm congrats to @sujita and all at Nexatrak who have recently become a Zebra Technologies location and tracking specialist – a true mark of their expertise.

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Very pleased to announce that Nexatrak is now a Zebra Technologies Location and Tracking Specialist! | Sujita Purushothaman

Very pleased to announce that Nexatrak is now a Zebra Technologies Location and Tracking Specialist! It is a recognition of our expertise in delivering innovative real-time visibility and tracking solutions, helping businesses improve efficiency, safety, and performance. Proud to be … Continue reading

David O’Reilly posted an update: I am very pleased to share the below event with […]

Mon, 18 Aug 2025 09:47:12 +0100

I am very pleased to share the below event with my connections in Kmend, if you are a member of the British Irish Chamber of Commerce and active within our Kmend Community for the British Irish Chamber of Commerce, do come and join us in September! David

British Irish Chamber of Commerce posted an update: Listen to our Deputy Director General, Aidan Finnegan

Mon, 11 Aug 2025 11:51:41 +0100

Listen to our Deputy Director General, Aidan Finnegan @aidan as he discusses the Chamber’s Pre-Budget Submission 2026 outlining our key priorities from strengthening competitiveness and supporting exporters to driving sustainable growth across Ireland and the UK

British Irish Chamber of Commerce wish list ahead of autumn budget | Newstalk

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British Irish Chamber of Commerce wish list ahead of autumn budget | Newstalk

How would you like a middle rate of income tax at 30%? Or capital gains tax to be slashed from ...

Niamh Smith posted an update in the group Ireland’s Family Businesses: This family business is making use of their waste product […]

Fri, 08 Aug 2025 15:43:20 +0100

This family business is making use of their waste product to create a brand new line of products – thank to third generation member of the family business, Conor Fay. Sawdust is the waste product of The Carpentry Store but Conor has his sights set on not wasting any more of it and perhaps creating a new stream of income for the business… Read more

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Repurposing sawdust to make sustainable homewares

Third generation of furniture makers combines tradition and sustainability thanks to innovative research

Niamh Smith posted an update in the group British Irish Trade: The Stelios Foundation has a distinguished history […]

Tue, 22 Jul 2025 14:06:54 +0100

The Stelios Foundation has a distinguished history in supporting entrepreneurship, education and cross-community cooperation. Its latest initiative, the North-South Business Cooperation Awards, brings that ethos to Ireland with a prize fund of €500,000 to celebrate and support cross-border business collaboration. Read more about these awards at… Read more

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Building Bridges: Ireland can benefit from more cross-border business collaboration - Stelios.ie

Retired Irish ambassador, Daniel Mulhall, shares the story behind the awards aimed to foster entrepreneurship and prosperity across the island of Ireland. The Stelios Foundation, established by Sir Stelios Haji-Ioannou, creator and owner of the easy family of brands, has a distinguished … Continue reading

Niamh Smith posted an update in the group Ireland’s Family Businesses: Last week, at the 8th Round Table Conference held […]

Mon, 21 Jul 2025 14:48:37 +0100

Last week, at the 8th Round Table Conference held in Colombo, renowned speaker, writer, and financial consultant Rakesh Sharma delivered a powerful and sobering address, pulling back the curtain on the often-ignored issue of succession planning in drawing examples from his experience with interactions with some of wealthiest and successful… Read more

Niamh Smith posted an update in the group Ireland’s Family Businesses: The adoption of AI is something that some companies might […]

Wed, 02 Jul 2025 14:30:50 +0100

The adoption of AI is something that some companies might be wary of but this 5th generation family business in Capel Street in Dublin has utilised ChatGPT and DeepSeek to create a really useful customised AI bot to assist customers, potential customers and even new staff. And they are seeing the positive difference it is making to heir business!

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How a small hardware store nailed AI and pushed sales to the next level

Artificial intelligence (AI), we’re told, is changing the world.

William Mundow and Niamh Smith are now connected

Wed, 02 Jul 2025 14:12:19 +0100

Niamh Smith posted an update in the group Ireland’s Family Businesses: "Running a family business is a double-edged sword. You […]

Tue, 24 Jun 2025 14:49:55 +0100

“Running a family business is a double-edged sword. You can get almost instant decisions at breakfast time for either a day’s work or the following week’s work. Equally, I think because of the generation gap there’s differences of opinion about what’s important for the family business” says William Taylor of Glastry.

The dairy farm in…

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Family business is the (ice) cream of the crop

Father and son, William and Gareth Taylor, are at the helm of Glastry Farm, a dairy farm renowned for fresh milk and luxury ice cream, writes Rosalind Skillen.

Niamh Smith: Keen to grow your network and to meet other like-minded […]

Fri, 20 Jun 2025 11:27:52 +0100

Keen to grow your network and to meet other like-minded and enthusiastic professionals? Join us at our next virtual connection event on 8th July with @DaveOReilly hosting as we introduce some new members. RSVP at this link to let us know you will be there:

https://pages.services/kmend.com/july-8th-2025-kmend-online-networking-event/?ts=1749826171894

Niamh Smith posted an update in the group Ireland’s Family Businesses: Jason O’Brien and his brother Ashley, who run Odaios […]

Mon, 09 Jun 2025 14:35:46 +0100

Jason O’Brien and his brother Ashley, who run Odaios together, are the third generation of their family to work in the food business. “It’s in the DNA,” Jason O’Brien says. “In hindsight, there was probably no escape.”

That said, the company’s name – Odaios is an ancient Greek word for pathway or journey – gives a clue to what could have been an… Read more

Kmend.com posted an update: It is fantastic to see one of Ireland's family […]

Thu, 05 Jun 2025 12:04:42 +0100

It is fantastic to see one of Ireland’s family businesses thriving and growing, increasing their workforce by over 20% too – great news for Coolock where their new facility is located. Lovely to see it Golden Bake 🏆

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Golden Bake opens new facility in Coolock after €10m AIB investment | Family Business Network Ireland

Congratulations to our newest Family Business Network members, the Jones brothers of Golden Bake, on their impressive expansion and continued business growth. It’s fantastic to see a family business thriving — their new facility in Coolock, backed by a €10 … Continue reading

Niamh Smith posted an update in the group British Irish Trade: A sensible and timely piece here from highly […]

Wed, 28 May 2025 13:41:07 +0100

A sensible and timely piece here from highly respected journalist Mark Hennessy at the Irish Times
Hauliers seek to keep post-storm Holyhead ferry schedule after ‘transformative’ impact on trade flow – The Irish Times

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Hauliers seek to keep post-storm Holyhead ferry schedule after ‘transformative’ impact on trade flow

Stena line, which owns the port, plans to revert to the previous sail times