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Niamh Smith posted an update in the group Culture Arts Sports and Tourism: A tourism strategy with a major focus on turning […]

Wed, 19 Nov 2025 10:45:20 +0000

A tourism strategy with a major focus on turning Ireland into a “foodie” destination and extending the tourist season from St Brigid’s weekend to Halloween is to be announced next month.

The wider plan includes a first “national culinary tourism strategy” which would run on an all-island basis and involve the development of food trails and…

irishtimes.com

Tourism strategy will aim to turn Ireland into a ‘foodie’ holiday destination

Tourism added Minister for Enterprise’s portfolio, with key plans to benefit 46,000 small and medium enterprises

Niamh Smith posted an update: Fieldfisher, a leading European law firm, has […]

Wed, 12 Nov 2025 09:25:26 +0000

Fieldfisher, a leading European law firm, has recently announced a significant expansion of its Irish operations through a merger with Regan Wall LLP, one of Ireland’s most active boutique corporate law firms. Following the merger, Fieldfisher’s total headcount in Ireland will increase to 140 professionals, including 18 partners, comprising… Read more

Niamh Smith posted an update: "Some 85% of customer service leaders are […]

Mon, 10 Nov 2025 15:50:08 +0000

“Some 85% of customer service leaders are exploring, piloting or deploying AI chatbots, according to Gartner. But it also found that only 20% of such projects are fully meeting expectations.”

The human touch is irreplaceable, in my opinion, and cannot be fully duplicated by AI. It will reduce the number of staff needed in call centres but…

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Will AI mean the end of call centres?

Some commentators predict artificial intelligence is about to replace most customer support jobs.

Niamh Smith posted an update: Ireland’s Connected Hubs model is breaking new ground in […]

Mon, 10 Nov 2025 15:18:22 +0000

Ireland’s Connected Hubs model is breaking new ground in Europe, as regions in Finland and France begin rolling out pilot projects based directly on the Irish system.

Connected Hubs model goes international with expansion to France and Finland – TechCentral.ie

Niamh Smith posted an update: Guinness has been promising that ‘good things are […]

Thu, 06 Nov 2025 10:51:42 +0000

Guinness has been promising that ‘good things are coming’ to Covent Garden for the best part of three years now. The brand first announced that it would be launching a brewery in London back in 2022 but has kept us on tenterhooks ever since. Finally, the wait is over. It’s officially been revealed that Guinness at Old Brewer’s Yard will open… Read more

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London’s massive new Guinness brewery finally has an official opening date

The long-awaited brewery will open before Christmas.

Niamh Smith posted an update: AI-powered platform aims to fix the gap between free […]

Wed, 05 Nov 2025 15:33:51 +0000

AI-powered platform aims to fix the gap between free online information and costly legal consultations – a really simple but powerful idea behind LegalMoov, a AI platform that provides legal information to the public and connects them with lawyers (with the costs outlined up front) if they need further help.

irishtimes.com

Irish start-up LegalMoov making legal advice affordable and accurate

AI-powered platform aims to fix the gap between free online information and costly legal consultations

Niamh Smith posted an update: The real secret to innovation is the people you […]

Fri, 31 Oct 2025 09:48:35 +0000

The real secret to innovation is the people you surround yourself with.

The right group can spark ideas you’d never find on your own.

Have a look at the TAB Talk linked below where Jason Zickerman explains the power of a true “brain…

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TAB Talk - Secrets to Innovation & Creativity | The Alternative Board - Ireland

What’s the real secret to innovation? It’s the people you surround yourself with. The right group can spark ideas you’d never find on your own. Have a look at this short TAB Talk where Jason Zickerman explains the power of … Continue reading

Niamh Smith posted an update: “Attackers only need to succeed once, while your defences […]

Tue, 28 Oct 2025 16:50:57 +0000

“Attackers only need to succeed once, while your defences must work every time.”

While this article details Irish businesses specifically, the same is likely to be said about SMEs in the UK as well.

“SMEs now face two major challenges: defending against AI-driven threats and ensuring their own use of AI is secure.”

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One in four SMEs face closure if attacked by hackers

Over one in four Irish SMEs would be at risk of shutting down after just one ransomware attack, according to a new survey, while 94pc feel unprepared to defend against advanced cyber threats.

Niamh Smith posted an update: We want to find out how members are getting on with […]

Thu, 23 Oct 2025 08:10:14 +0100

We want to find out how members are getting on with the platform and see where we can do better. Would you have 2 minutes to answer a short survey about your Kmend experience?
Please click on the link below to access the questions, thank you so much!

https://kmend.com/survey/

Niamh Smith posted an update: Interesting case study with three sisters in […]

Wed, 22 Oct 2025 15:57:49 +0100

Interesting case study with three sisters in Washington State who took over as the third generation owners of their father’s company, Kwik Lok, when he died suddenly

How three sisters stepped in to strengthen their family business | Kellogg School of Management

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How three sisters stepped in to strengthen their family business

Third-generation co-owners of Kwik Lok defied their family’s norms to connect new ideas to a strong foundation for their business. Here’s their story.

Niamh Smith posted an update: The AWS outage also affected Kmend for a while […]

Tue, 21 Oct 2025 11:46:44 +0100

The AWS outage also affected Kmend for a while yesterday, apologies to anyone who was trying to access the site yesterday afternoon. All back up and running now! ‘Signs of recovery’ after Snapchat, Slack and major banking apps disrupted by services outage

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'Signs of recovery' after Snapchat, Slack and major banking apps disrupted by services outage

Amazon Web Services offers infrastructure that is used by a large number of companies to run their platforms.

Niamh Smith posted an update: 🗒 Survey timeHey everyone! We'd really appreciate […]

Thu, 16 Oct 2025 14:07:27 +0100

🗒 Survey time

Hey everyone! We’d really appreciate you taking the time to fill in this short members’ survey about the Kmend platform and your experience with it. It’s just 4 quick questions and won’t take longer than a couple of minutes. Many thanks!

Survey – Kmend

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Survey - Kmend

Member Survey! Please complete the following survey…

Niamh Smith posted an update: From 14 October 2025, Microsoft no longer provides […]

Thu, 16 Oct 2025 10:11:27 +0100

From 14 October 2025, Microsoft no longer provides standard free software updates, security fixes or technical assistance to Windows 10 PCs.

This means computers running the software still work but will steadily become more vulnerable to viruses and malware as bugs and security holes are discovered, potentially attracting hackers to…

theguardian.com

What does the end of free support for Windows 10 mean for its users?

Computers running software will still work but steadily become more vulnerable to viruses and malware

Niamh Smith posted an update: Good morning all, unfortunately we have to postpone […]

Tue, 14 Oct 2025 10:29:41 +0100

Good morning all, unfortunately we have to postpone the Connecting for Success virtual event planned for next week. As soon as we have a new date set up we will inform all members here and via email.

Thank you for your patience.

Niamh

Niamh Smith: Thanks to @alecdrew for this helpful blog post in […]

Thu, 09 Oct 2025 09:46:45 +0100

Thanks to @alecdrew for this helpful blog post in time management with regard to emails – so easy to get lost in your inbox!

The 3Ds of Email Time Management – Kmend

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The 3Ds of Email Time Management - Kmend

Here’s a practical guide for SME business owners to reclaim valuable time by embracing the 3D’s framework—Do, Delegate, Delete—for smarter email management. The advice is…

Niamh Smith posted an update in the group Marketing: If you are struggling with marketing for your […]

Thu, 09 Oct 2025 09:27:42 +0100

If you are struggling with marketing for your small business, this info and template from Enterprise Nation might be helpful to you. You may need to create an account but this is free to do.

Digital marketing made easy: Download your free template | Enterprise Nation

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Digital marketing made easy: Download your free template

This user-friendly digital marketing plan template will simplify your marketing, helping you craft strategies that engage and convert your target audience.

Niamh Smith posted a new activity comment

Wed, 08 Oct 2025 08:39:07 +0100

Welcome to Kmend @seanmc great to have you here. Please take a look around the platform and if you have any questions or queries just let me know, I’d be happy to help 😊

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Niamh Smith: ⭐ Introducing our October virtual meet up for members […]

Mon, 29 Sep 2025 15:32:24 +0100

⭐ Introducing our October virtual meet up for members on Tuesday 21st October

Please join myself, @DaveOReilly and your fellow members for some engaging discussion and to meet new contacts.

RSVP at this link to let us know that you will be there: https://pages.services/kmend.com/oct-21st-2025-kmend-online-networking-event/?ts=1759152579396

Niamh Smith posted an update: Research shows that only 43% of Irish businesses […]

Fri, 26 Sep 2025 11:37:57 +0100

Research shows that only 43% of Irish businesses regularly update software to address vulnerabilities. Four in 10 Irish businesses have suffered at least one cyber attack over the past five years. More than one in eight Irish businesses suffered financial loss and commercial disruption in the same period.

According to a Martin Flanagan of…

irishexaminer.com

How cyber extortion is costing businesses millions in Ireland

Only 43% of Irish businesses regularly update software to address vulnerabilities, research shows

Niamh Smith posted a new activity comment

Thu, 25 Sep 2025 08:21:18 +0100

Welcome to Kmend @geraldkelly great to have you here. If you need any help finding your way around the platform, please let me know!

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Niamh Smith and Gerald Kelly are now connected

Wed, 24 Sep 2025 14:56:08 +0100

Niamh Smith posted an update: The Family Business Network Ireland conference on […]

Mon, 22 Sep 2025 10:25:30 +0100

The Family Business Network Ireland conference on Friday last was a huge success. From excellent panel discussions to case studies and networking opportunities with all audience members, the conference couldn’t have gone better. The Helix in Dublin City University really was a fantastic venue too, couldn’t fault the venue or their wonderful…

Niamh Smith posted a new activity comment

Mon, 22 Sep 2025 08:26:51 +0100

Welcome to Kmend @iaincahill great to have you here! Please take a look around the platform when you have time and if you have any questions at all, please let me know. Thanks!

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Niamh Smith posted a new activity comment

Thu, 18 Sep 2025 14:54:05 +0100

Hi @mike-wildeliiverpoolstreet welcome to Kmend! Great to have you here. If you need any help with anything or have any questions, please do let me know. Thanks!

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Niamh Smith: The Irish Embassy in London will host an Inter […]

Wed, 17 Sep 2025 16:04:36 +0100

The Irish Embassy in London will host an Inter County Promotion Event organised jointly by Leitrim, Cavan, Longford and Roscommon County Councils on Thursday 27th November next.

The event will focus on promoting the Upper Shannon Erne Region and what it can offer to businesses looking to relocate, with an overall focus on inward investment.…

Niamh Smith posted a new activity comment

Wed, 17 Sep 2025 08:48:22 +0100

Hi @isla welcome to Kmend! Thanks for joining us. Take a look around the platform at your own leisure and if you have any questions, feel free to ask me I’m happy to help

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Niamh Smith posted a new activity comment

Tue, 16 Sep 2025 15:05:57 +0100

Welcome to Kmend @jenn it’s great to have you here. I am sure @phil-moon has shown you a little of the platform but if you have any questions at all please do let me know!

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Niamh Smith posted a new activity comment

Tue, 16 Sep 2025 14:29:39 +0100

Thanks @DaveOReilly

In reply to - Niamh Smith to Nicola McManus, Richard Carron, David O’Reilly, Gavin Barker, Adrian Button, Claire Collins and Caoilfhionn Van der walt

Many thanks to everyone who joined us for the Kmend virtual networking meet […]

Niamh Smith: Many thanks to everyone who joined us for the Kmend […]

Tue, 16 Sep 2025 13:47:47 +0100

Many thanks to everyone who joined us for the Kmend virtual networking meet up earlier today. We heard from @nicolamcmanus from Leitrim County Council’s economic development unit and from Richard of @carronconnected .

☘Leitrim County Council are holding an event in the Irish Embassy, London in November promoting regional success. This will be…

Niamh Smith posted a new activity comment

Tue, 16 Sep 2025 13:25:43 +0100

Hi @jackjhalligan great to have you join us. Have a look around the platform in your own time and if you have any questions, I’d be happy to help. Welcome to Kmend!

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Niamh Smith posted an update: Congratulations to Nory founder Conor Sheridan in […]

Tue, 16 Sep 2025 09:30:01 +0100

Congratulations to Nory founder Conor Sheridan in achieving this funding milestone. One to watch.

“Based in Dublin and London, AI start-up Nory has announced a Series B funding round of $37m to improve its hospitality platform, hire data scientists and drive its US expansion.

With rising costs and tough market conditions, it’s no secret that the…

siliconrepublic.com

Nory serves up AI restaurant efficiencies with $37m raise

Dublin and London-based Nory develops an AI platform to maximise efficiencies in restaurant management through data analysis and insights.

Niamh Smith: Our member, Ayesha Ibrahim is going from strength […]

Tue, 16 Sep 2025 09:27:47 +0100

Our member, Ayesha Ibrahim is going from strength to strength with her gender-neutral skin care brand @honeycorn ! Read the article below detailing her recent trip as part of a Business Delegations alongside UK Secretary of State, Peter Kyle. This was the first time in seven years that the UK has engaged in official trade talks with China.…

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From Pop-Up Shop to China: Honey Corn Founder Joins UK Business Delegation - SME News | Ayesha I.

Thank you SME News for publishing the story about Honeycorn recent Business Delegation alongside the Secretary of State The Rt. Hon. Peter Kyle at the recent JETCO Trade negotiations in China. #ExportingisGreat #MadeintheUKSoldtotheWorld #sme #femalefounder #smallbusiness #UKChina #Beijing #inclusivebeauty

Niamh Smith posted a new activity comment

Tue, 16 Sep 2025 08:37:07 +0100

Hi @phil-moon welcome to Kmend, it’s great to have you here. Take a look around the platform when you can and if you have any questions, please do let me know. Thanks!

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Niamh Smith posted an update: Excited to attend Ireland's National Family […]

Mon, 15 Sep 2025 13:59:34 +0100

Excited to attend Ireland’s National Family Business Conference representing Kmend on Friday. I’m looking forward to meeting some Kmend members who are running their family businesses and also future members who haven’t joined us – yet!

Ireland’s National Family Business Conference 2025 – Kmend

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Ireland's National Family Business Conference 2025 - Kmend

Kmend are proud to support Ireland’s National Family Business Conference 2025, a unique gathering of family business leaders, innovators, and advisors from across the country…

Niamh Smith: There is still time to join us tomorrow for our […]

Mon, 15 Sep 2025 11:25:11 +0100

There is still time to join us tomorrow for our September virtual networking meet up. If you’d like to talk to the community for a few minutes about your business, please message me. Join myself, @DaveOReilly and a mix of members from UK and Irish businesses looking to make new and valuable…

Niamh Smith posted a new activity comment

Fri, 12 Sep 2025 10:48:06 +0100

Welcome to Kmend @eddieferrao great to have you here. In your own time take a look around the platform and if you have any questions, I’d be happy to help!

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Niamh Smith posted a new activity comment

Fri, 12 Sep 2025 10:47:22 +0100

Welcome to Kmend @careline great to have you here. Take a look around the platform in your own time and if you have any questions at all, please let me know!

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Niamh Smith posted a new activity comment

Thu, 11 Sep 2025 11:58:30 +0100

Great Dave, I can’t wait to hear more about this one

In reply to - David O’Reilly posted an update

Great to be at the Trade Association Forum in the City of London today to represent the British Irish Chamber of Commerce and Kmend as our London Director! Come and say hello if […]

Niamh Smith posted a new activity comment

Wed, 10 Sep 2025 15:07:52 +0100

@DaveOReilly @mdelaney41

In reply to - British Irish Chamber of Commerce posted an update

We were delighted to host our first London Chapter post summer event last night with thanks to London Director @DaveOReilly and our gracious hosts at VWV.

Niamh Smith posted an update: Finally after a very long, drawn out legal battle […]

Tue, 09 Sep 2025 15:32:14 +0100

Finally after a very long, drawn out legal battle the Murdoch family issue of succession has been resolved. Lachlan Murdoch is now the de facto heir to one of the world’s most powerful media businesses. As well as Fox News and Fox Sports and the multinational newspaper business, the Murdochs control publisher Harper Collins and the fast-growing… Read more

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Rupert Murdoch’s €3bn succession deal hands Lachlan control

Family announces Rupert Murdoch’s eldest son, Lachlan Murdoch, will secure control of business

Niamh Smith posted an update: One week to go until our next virtual networking meet […]

Tue, 09 Sep 2025 09:45:15 +0100

One week to go until our next virtual networking meet up. These meet ups are designed to allow members to meet face to face virtually, have discussions and to hear from each other. All members are welcome, to join us please RSVP here:

https://pages.services/kmend.com/sept-16th-2025-kmend-online-networking-event/?ts=1757410984175

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.

Niamh Smith posted a new activity comment

Thu, 21 Aug 2025 15:06:06 +0100

Hi @iainrichardson welcome to Kmend, it’s great to have you here. If you have any questions about the platform or would like a video call to go through it, I’d be happy to help. Thank you!

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Niamh Smith: Congratulations to Byron and all at @ravelynconsulting […]

Tue, 19 Aug 2025 15:25:05 +0100

Congratulations to Byron and all at @ravelynconsulting on their newly announced partnership with Behavioural Finance Consulting!

https://www.linkedin.com/posts/ravelyn-consulting-limited_ravelyn-consulting-business-development-activity-7363492424519667713-rBhA?utm_source=share&utm_medium=member_desktop&rcm=ACoAAAIWCW8BKj693Q23szs4dqZoS4cEnxN0Xm0

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🚀 New Partnership Announcement 🚀 | Ravelyn Consulting

🚀 New Partnership Announcement 🚀 We’re excited to share that Ravelyn Consulting has partnered with Behavioural Finance Consulting to help FinTech innovators scale faster, smarter, and with less risk. Together, we have launched two high-impact solutions: 🔹 New Market Entry … Continue reading

Niamh Smith posted a new activity comment

Tue, 19 Aug 2025 09:18:23 +0100

Great, I’ll pop you a message shortly to organise it @barry-connellan

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Niamh Smith posted a new activity comment

Tue, 19 Aug 2025 09:01:23 +0100

Hi @jackfarrell welcome to Kmend, and thanks for being here. If you’d like me to walk you through the features, please let me know and we can arrange a video call at a time that suits you

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Niamh Smith posted a new activity comment

Tue, 19 Aug 2025 09:00:14 +0100

Hi @barry-connellan welcome to Kmend, it’s great to have you here. If you would like me to show you around the site, we can arrange a video call at a time that suits you. If you have any questions, please do let me know, thanks!

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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

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

irishtimes.com

Repurposing sawdust to make sustainable homewares

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

Niamh Smith posted a new activity comment

Fri, 08 Aug 2025 08:38:30 +0100

Hi @nicolamcmanus great to have you here! If you need any help or have any questions, please let me know 😊

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