Business & Finance

18/07/2025

1 Week to Go – Final Call for Submissions

The submission deadline for the Business & Finance Awards 2025, in association with KPMG, is just one week away. The awards celebrate excellence across Irish and international business — recognising leadership, innovation, ESG, DE&I, public service, and more.

If your organisation or a business leader you know is making an impact, there’s still time to enter.

Submit your nomination: https://hubs.ly/Q03xPlFV0

17/07/2025

New and notable appointments
Leadership updates at BGF Ireland, Azets Ireland, Orbitus, BDO Ireland Mason Hayes & Curran LLP and Access Bookings Stay on top of the latest executive moves in Irish business.

Read more here: https://hubs.ly/Q03xH3hV0

This week sees new and notable appointments at BGF Ireland, Azets Ireland, Orbitus, BDO Ireland, Mason Hayes & Curran, and Access Bookings.

17/07/2025

“Failure isn’t the opposite of success — it’s part of the journey,” says Ken Kelleher, CEO of Landmark Technologies.
Read this week’s CEO Q&A here: https://hubs.ly/Q03xC01g0

Ken Kelleher, CEO of Landmark Technologies, shares insights on challenges as a CEO, his favourite hobbies, and keeping his staff motivated.

16/07/2025

Panellists at Dublin Tech Summit discuss growing concerns over AI falling into the wrong hands.
“We have overwhelming examples of how AI is being used for crime.”
Read the full article here: https://hubs.ly/Q03xsQf50

Panel discussion on AI weaponization, global power dynamics, real-world AI failures, ethical dilemmas, and the urgent need for regulation.

15/07/2025

Company of the Year Award
Sponsored by KPMG

This award recognises Irish businesses that make a significant impact both at home and abroad, with an international outlook and annual revenues exceeding €80 million.

Submission deadline: 25 July
Learn more about all categories:
https://hubs.ly/Q03xdW350

15/07/2025

“It is paramount to regularly return to the ‘bigger picture’.” In this weeks 60 Seconds With, Ian Gaughran, CEO of Olive for Education, shares his perspective on leadership, focus, and the power of reflection in driving innovation in the EdTech space.

Read more here: https://hubs.ly/Q03xgP_z0

Ian Gaughran chose to lead Olive after identifying a gap in the market and the need for a more focused solution for educational challenges.

15/07/2025

Business Person of the Year Award
Sponsored by KPMG

This award celebrates an individual who has demonstrated exceptional leadership and performance in 2024/25, building on a distinguished track record of business success.

Submission deadline: 25 July
Learn more about all categories:
https://hubs.ly/Q03xdW9B0

14/07/2025

Elevation Company of the Year Award
Sponsored by Enterprise Ireland

This award recognises Irish-owned, high-performing companies that are on a strong growth trajectory toward becoming global leaders in their field.

Submission deadline: 25 July
Learn more about all categories:
https://hubs.ly/Q03x2rYg0

14/07/2025

FDI of the Year Award

Sponsored by IDA Ireland

This award recognises Foreign Direct Investment companies that best demonstrate long-standing commitment to Ireland, investment in facilities and R&D, and job creation, as well as business leadership on a global scale.

Submission deadline: 25 July
Learn more about all categories:
https://hubs.ly/Q03x2hf40

14/07/2025

Investors aren’t buying into the sequel, market uncertainty continues as inflation concerns, rate expectations, and global headwinds shape sentiment.
This week’s Markets Update breaks down what’s moving the needle and where investor focus is shifting next.

Read more here: https://hubs.ly/Q03x28Qq0

Monday equaled ‘Liberation Day 2.0’. Trump pushed the July 9 deadline for tariff pauses back to 1st August, while also adding new tariffs.

11/07/2025

“Running a business can often feel isolating, which is why it’s so important to have the right people around you.”
Read this week’s CEO Q&A with Paul O’Shea, founder of ashviewconsultants
https://hubs.ly/Q03wR1V-0

Founder and CEO of Ashview Consultants, Paul O'Shea delivers his insights on the future of his business, and new trends emerging.

11/07/2025

This week sees appointments at Bank of Ireland, Christeyns Ireland, Waystone, The Fota Collection, Partsol and Dublin Institute for Advanced Studies - DIAS.
Read the full article here: https://hubs.ly/Q03wQQTT0

New appointments at Bank of Ireland, Christeyns Ireland, Waystone, The Fota Collection, Partsol, and Dublin Institute for Advanced Studies.