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In a time of rapid AI disruption, shifting global trade dynamics and urgent workforce transformation, the need for practical, international collaboration has never been greater. That’s what made our Canada–Ireland Best Practice Tour last week so timely. linkedin.com/company/130515…

@squirma1967 @LizWebsterSBF An exceptionally misinformed comment . If only there was a way to research all this … oh wait

@LizWebsterSBF The pharma just a tax avoidance scene for US corporates. Like most things about the Irish economy it needs to be taken with a pinch of salt.

⭐ 1. Ireland–France trade up 30% since Brexit is the headline of the decade It proves one thing with absolute clarity: 💥 When Brexit happened, Ireland pivoted to Europe 💥 and Europe pivoted to Ireland.** ⬆️ Weekly shipping links went from 4 crossings to 37. ⬆️ Total trade rose from €31bn → €50bn. ⬆️ Services up 75%. ⬆️ Goods up 30%. ⬆️ French FDI rising. ⬆️ French firms expanding (two-thirds want to grow). ⬆️ Ireland now a strategic EU gateway. It’s the economic equivalent of France saying: “Ireland is our new UK.” And the EU agreeing. Thread 🧵👇 irishtimes.com/business/2025/…

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Does anyone have the video RTE put up to Whitney Houston’s ‘One moment in time’ which featured this lad crying at the start? A great compilation of Irish sporting successes. Would love to see it again.

In good company as a speaker following Ambassador King @canadaireland & Former Consul General to Vancouver Frank Flood. Great to talk to delegates in Dublin from Canada including @Rob_Fleming. Thanks to Paul Healy @futurusLtd for invitation! @NCIRL @IreCanBiz @RobJohnWard 🇮🇪🇨🇦

Our Chair Dr @DeirdreGiblin1 was invited to speak this aft to a visiting Canadian delegation in Dublin about the strength & the potential of the 🇮🇪🇨🇦 relationship. Fantastic to see so many Canadian companies across so many sectors & provinces in Dublin @futurusLtd @NCIRL

Futurus is delighted to announce that Paul Healy, former Chief Executive of Skillet Ireland, has joined our firm as a Partner. Learn more below: futurus.ie/skillnet-irela…

Minister @lawlessj today obtained Government approval to initiate a programme to attract global talent to Ireland. 🔗gov.ie/en/department-…

Our U14 Major 1 Girls are the 2025 Colm Higgins Cup champions 👏 A brilliant 2-0 victory over Balbriggan in FAI HQ, Abbotstown secured them the trophy 🏆

Today Skillnet Ireland and @MariaWalshEU held an event in the European Parliament discussing the European Year of Skills and 'What comes Next' for Ireland. It was discussed how Skillnet Ireland is working with Irish industry to address the skills challenges of the dual digital and green transitions. Additionally, supports for specific sectors of the Irish Economy including construction, agriculture and the needs of SMEs were also discussed. Irish MEPs heard from Skillnet Business Networks, @ItagSkillnet, @MacraSkillnet, @NatOrgSkill and @TechiaSkillnet about the best practices in upskilling and workforce development programmes Skillnet Ireland has available. #SMEs #skills

Announcing the launch of Skillnet Offshore Wind Academy, Minister @podonovan, said: “It is a key priority for my Department to ensure that we have a talent pool ready and able to meet the requirements of developing our offshore wind resources. The importance of renewable energy for Ireland cannot be understated, as well as contributing to our energy security and lower carbon emissions, it will also create new jobs and produce cost savings for consumers. Skillnet Offshore Wind Academy will play a crucial role in ensuring the sector has the skills and expertise necessary to meet its climate action goals and in helping to make Ireland a world-leader in offshore energy.” Skillnet Ireland, the national talent development agency for businesses, in partnership with @WindEnergyIRL have launched a new national initiative, @SkillnetOWA. This Initiative aims to rapidly create a pipeline of skilled workers for businesses operating in offshore wind services. Learn more - bit.ly/SkillnetOffsho… @DeptofFHed @pjthealy @NoelCunniffeIE #RenewableEnergy #Sustainability #Skills

Skillnet Innovation Exchange North West Launch📍 Read full press release here: theinnovationexchange.ie/skillnet-innov… #Collaboration #Community #Networking #Innovation #Scaling #Globalambition #Localsupport @Furthr_ie @RDIhubIreland @ludgate_hub @TheMillDrogheda @GreentechHQ

Great to join @SkillnetIreland and Platform94 at AIM Centre #Sligo for a brilliant event last week to launch the @SkillnetIreland Innovation Exchange in the #northwest region. Full info here - skillnetireland.ie/newsroom/skill… #SMEs #Digitalisation #Businesses

Addressing the room tonight, @pjthealy, Chief Executive, Skillnet Ireland, said: “Skillnet Ireland began as a humble pilot initiative back in 1999, and our 25th Anniversary is a milestone that we are immensely proud of. We measure ourselves by the engagement and impact that we are having with industry, and that journey has been extraordinary. From 400 companies that were supported in 1999, to the 26,600 companies that were supported through Skillnet Ireland programmes last year, this shows the level of growth and more importantly impact the organisation has had.” We look forward to the next 25 years of developing a skilled workforce for Ireland’s businesses paving the way for the digital future and a low-carbon, sustainable economy. #SkillnetIreland25

Skillnet Innovation Exchange has announced an expansion into the northwest region through its west regional partner, Platform94, as part of its continuing nationwide expansion. The partnership offers ambitious and innovative SMEs the opportunity to connect with large businesses looking to access digital transformation solutions. Speaking at today's launch in Sligo, Minister @daracalleary said: “I’m delighted to welcome Skillnet Innovation Exchange to Sligo, Donegal and Leitrim and very pleased that the benefits offered by the initiative can now be easily accessed by SMEs in the northwest. Congratulations to Platform94 and Skillnet Innovation Exchange for making this happen and showing what can be achieved by positive collaboration". Read the full press release here - skillnetireland.ie/newsroom/skill… @DeptEnterprise | @CarmodyC, @TheInnovationE2 | Frank Feighan, TD | @pjthealy, @SkillnetIreland. #SMEs #Digitalisation #Businesses

Skillnet Ireland was pleased to host a delegation from the Mayor of London's office and @BloombergAssoc at our Dublin headquarters yesterday. The delegation's visit is part of a fact-finding mission to explore Skillnet Ireland's work in workforce development and skills training, as they seek to strengthen the Greater London Authority's approach to upskilling and talent development. @pjthealy @EoinMorton @BloombergAssoc @ItagSkillnet

Skillnet Ireland in partnership with @Furthr_ie, has announced the expansion of @TheInnovationE2 into the southwest region, collaborating with regional partner, @RDIhubIreland, as part of its ongoing nationwide rollout. This initiative connects large businesses facing innovation challenges with SMEs that can fast track solutions. Speaking at the launch, Minister @podonovan said: “I’m delighted that Skillnet Innovation Exchange is extending its reach and influence to Limerick and in doing so, is contributing to the competitiveness of companies in the region. Now, through Innovate Limerick, SMEs in the southwest can avail of the very real benefits Skillnet Innovation Exchange has to offer including upskilling, networking and access to business opportunities”. Read the full press release here - bit.ly/SkillnetInnova… @DeptofFHed @pjthealy #SMEs #Digitalisation #Businesses

Well done to the 13A Ladies Football team who had a very competitive match against Ballyboden this weekend. Kilmacud Crokes 3–9 Ballyboden St Endas A 0–11. Thank you Eamon O'Callaghan for the fantastic photos ~> bit.ly/3zGRL6K #passionliveshere #purpleandgold

Minister @podonovan today launched the Irish Medtech Skillnet’s Future Skills report. 🔗skillnetireland.ie/insights/Talen… #irishmedtech @SkillnetIreland

Minister for Further and Higher Education, Research, Innovation and Science @podonovan TD launched the Irish Medtech Skillnet’s Future Skills report for the Medtech sector at Thomond Park. He said, "Having the right skills is crucial and this report underscores that the most pressing skills required by the sector are influenced by significant economic trends". Speaking at the launch, @pjthealy, Chief Executive, Skillnet Ireland said, "The report paints a comprehensive picture of the current and future talent profile of the Irish medtech sector and is based on a deep industry analysis that encompasses digitalisation, data analytics, and automation as well as skills for sustainability and climate action. We see demand for these skill types increasing in medtech and across other industry sectors too. Through our 70 Skillnet Ireland Business Networks and National Initiatives, Skillnet Ireland is dedicated to bringing leading-edge and innovative upskilling programmes to advance talent in these critical areas”. Irish Medtech Skillnet's mission is to further Ireland’s position as an emerging global medical technology hub by enhancing the specialised knowledge and skills of the talent base. Read the report "Talent to Thrive: Future Skills for Ireland's Medtech Sector 2024-2028" - bit.ly/TalenttoThrive… @DeptofFHed | @MedtechSkillnet | @IrishMedtech

It was an insightful day launching ✳️ Talent to Thrive: The Future Skills Report for Ireland’s Medtech Sector, 2024 - 2028 ✳️ the new report from @MedtechSkillnet developed through extensive industry research in collaboration with @KPMG Thank you to all attendees and speakers!