Business & Finance

This week sees a series of notable appointments across Ireland’s corporate, professional services and industrial sectors, in association with @one4allireland. Companies featured include Embrace Community Services & @IrelandSanas, Interpath, SDG, BSH UK & Ireland, @McCannFitz, @ThisisRedFlag, and @syscoireland. Read more: hubs.ly/Q04gyKT40 #Appointments #One4allRewards #Interpath #BusinessAndFinance

Entries are now open for the 2026 Financial Services Awards, in association with @KPMG_Ireland . The awards will take place on 22 October in the Round Room of the Mansion House, Dublin. To read more about the categories and the awards, please see here: hubs.ly/Q04gqtTL0 #KPMG #FSAwards25 #BusinessAndFinance

“Don’t try to be everything to everyone” John O’Shanahan, MD of LeanBPI is our guest for this week’s CEO Q&A. Read the full interview: hubs.ly/Q04gp7gx0 #LeanBPI #CEOQAndA #BusinessAndFinance

@projectf0undry is returning for a second year as sponsor of Business & Finance’s CIO 100. The event, titled ‘Strategy to Execution in the AI Era,’ will take place on May 28th at the RDS in Dublin Read more: hubs.ly/Q04gpmK80 #CIO100 #TheProjectFoundry #DigitalTransformation #BusinessAndFinance

At the Leading in Wellbeing Lunch 2026, @ibec_irl and Business & Finance unveiled the Top 100 Companies Leading in Wellbeing index, highlighting organisations placing employee wellbeing at the centre of business strategy. Read more: hubs.ly/Q04gd03z0 #WorkplaceWellbeing #Ibec #BusinessAndFinance

“I see challenges as opportunities to learn and grow” Helena Doyle, CEO of 5 Star Villa Holidays Ireland is our guest for this week’s 60 Seconds With. Read the full interview: hubs.ly/Q04gd9kX0 #5StarVillaHolidaysIreland #60SecondsWith #BusinessAndFinance

Dublin Tech Summit 2026 is expanding its support for startups with the launch of the new Accelerate Hub. Designed to connect founders with investors, mentors and industry experts, the initiative will offer practical guidance on funding, scaling and growth, alongside a dedicated programme tackling key startup challenges. Read more: hubs.ly/Q04gd9QC0 #DTS26 #AccelerateHub #BusinessAndFinance

Ireland’s CIO's & Tech Leaders will convene on 28 May for the launch of the 2026 CIO 100 list in association with Project Foundry. This breakfast event will feature insight, discussion, networking, and the unveiling of the 2026 Top 100 CIO index by Business & Finance. Speakers include: • Declan Ryan — Founder & CEO, Project Foundry • Paul Turley — ServiceNow • Mark Carragher — Project Foundry • Joan Mulvihill — MC There are a small number of places available. Please register your interest today. hubs.ly/Q04g6db00

Global markets delivered another strong week as resilient US economic data, healthy corporate earnings and optimism surrounding developments in the Middle East boosted investor confidence. US equities climbed to fresh record highs while attention remained focused on economic strength and AI-driven earnings growth. Read the full market update: hubs.ly/Q04g59wS0 #Markets #GlobalEconomy #Investing #BusinessAndFinance

@bostonsci is our FDI of the Month for April 2026, following a €75 million investment in its Galway site. The expansion will strengthen the company’s R&D capabilities in Ireland, supporting the development of next-generation cardiovascular medical technologies. With over 7,000 employees in Ireland and a presence spanning Galway, Cork and Clonmel, Boston Scientific continues to play a major role in Ireland’s MedTech ecosystem and global healthcare innovation. Read more: hubs.ly/Q04f5snM0 #FDI #BostonScientific #BusinessAndFinance

Vhi Healthcare has won Best Website – Large Company at the Spider Awards 2026, in association with @one4allireland, for its redesigned website. The project reflects a clear shift in approach: making healthcare digital experiences simpler, more intuitive, and easier to navigate when it matters most. Read more: hubs.ly/Q04f5rv70 #Vhi #SpiderAwards26 #BusinessAndFinance #One4all

“The biggest challenge is cutting through the hype and helping organisations build a clear, practical business case for AI.” Mark Hopkins, General Manager at Dell Technologies Ireland, is our guest for this week’s CEO Q&A. Read the full interview: hubs.ly/Q04dwW9V0 #CEOQAndA #DellTechnologies #BusinessAndFinance #AI

@ornua is our Company of the Month for April 2026, in association with @KPMG_Ireland, as @KerrygoldUSA surpasses $1 billion in US sales for the first time. Despite tariff pressures, the Irish dairy group reported €3.5 billion in turnover in 2025, driven by strong international demand and growing household penetration in key markets. The company also continues to expand globally, supported by its “Transforming for Growth” strategy and long-term ambition to grow brand value to €3 billion by 2030. Read more: hubs.ly/Q04f62Vn0 #KPMG #CompanyOfTheMonth #BusinessAndFinance

“Our immediate goal is to be the first dedicated parcel carrier in Ireland to launch an Out of Home delivery business.” This week, Colin Kennedy, Managing Director of Pickup, is our guest for 60 Seconds With. Read the full interview: hubs.ly/Q04dwPjQ0 #60SecondsWith #Pickup #DPD #BusinessAndFinance

Aidan Corbett, co-founder and CEO of @wayflyerapp, is our Business Person of the Month for April 2026, in association with @KPMG_Ireland. From Ireland’s civil service to building and exiting two companies, Corbett went on to co-found Wayflyer in 2019 to solve one core challenge for e-commerce businesses: access to fast, flexible funding. Today, Wayflyer has deployed over €5 billion in capital, supported 6,000+ businesses globally, and continues to scale across Dublin, London, New York and beyond. Read more: hubs.ly/Q04f5skX0 #KPMG #BusinessPersonOfTheMonth #BusinessAndFinance

UCD Michael Smurfit Graduate Business School Executive Development Virtual Open Week Join Ireland’s #1 provider of Executive Education for the UCD Smurfit Executive Development Virtual Open Week from May 25–28. Whether you are considering a Professional Diploma or a high-impact Short Programme, our lunchtime webinars are designed to help you find the perfect fit for your career goals. 🔹 Preview the Autumn 2026 portfolio. 🔹 Hear from Programme Directors. 🔹 Accelerate your leadership journey. Register your place here: hubs.ly/Q04f5ts-0

UCD Smurfit Graduate Business School and the Central Bank of Ireland brought together leading economists for the Women in Macro Event, exploring key issues in macroeconomic research, monetary policy and financial markets, while highlighting the importance of gender equality in economics. Read more: hubs.ly/Q04d-HSC0 #UCD #PartnerContent #BusinessAndFinance

New and notable appointments this week across Ireland’s business landscape, in association with @one4allireland Rewards. This week sees senior leadership changes at Aviva Life & Pensions Ireland and @DamovoGroup, and key promotions at @HLBIreland, @WilliamFryLaw, @HOMSAssist, and @EdcEngineers. Read more: hubs.ly/Q04d_1T80 #Aviva #Appointments #BusinessAndFinance #One4allRewards

Applications are now open for the Business & Finance Awards UCD Smurfit School MBA Scholarship. Offering a 100% scholarship for the Full-Time MBA or Executive MBA starting August 2026, this initiative supports high-calibre professionals looking to advance their careers and make an impact in business and society. Delivered in partnership with UCD Michael Smurfit Graduate Business School, the programme provides access to world-class education, a global alumni network, and valuable industry connections. Read more: hubs.ly/Q04dW3jD0 #MBA #Scholarship #BusinessEducation #Leadership #UCDSmurfit