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Sharon Higgins, Executive Director for Membership and Sectors, Ibec, is joined Aileesh Carew, CEO of EPIC – the Irish Emigration Museum, to explore the museum and visitor attraction sector’s role in Ireland’s Experience Economy, its economic contribution, and examine how Government can support this sub-sector of the Irish economy. Learn more about our Experience Economy campaign here.Thank you for listening. To explore all of Ibec's podcast offering, visit here. Make sure to follow...

Talent Intelligence is the tool that is empowering HR and Business leaders to make more informed strategic decisions on their workforce planning and talent management. Irelands economy has performed remarkably well, despite the challenges we have faced over the last few years. This has positively impacted our lives, leading to new career and development opportunities and more flexible work practices.But this ongoing growth is at risk. We are losing competitiveness due to rapid change, ri...

With the upcoming Local Elections around the corner on 7 June, 2024. We delve into the issues that voters should keep in mind when casting their ballot, while also taking a closer look at how local government functions and what potential reform could look like.In this episode of Ibec Responds, Aidan Sweeney, Head of Infrastructure and Environmental Sustainability at Ibec is joined by Aodh Quinlivan, Senior Lecturer, Department of Government and Politics at University College Cork to discuss t...

With polling day fast approaching on June 7th, Pat Ivory, Ibec’s Director of EU and International Affairs meets with Fionnuala Croker, the Acting Head of Office at the European Parliament Liaison Office in Ireland. Together, they take a retrospective look at previous elections, analysing voter turnout in Ireland compared to other European states, and delve into the critical importance of voter engagement in shaping our future.Find out more about the European Parliament's #UseYourVote campaign...

With the European Parliament elections fast approaching on 7 June 2024, the context in which they are taking place is a critical period for Ireland and Europe. The EU is central to Ireland’s future success, and the elections are an opportunity for citizens to help shape that future. It is an opportunity to put strong Irish voices into one of Europe’s key institutions. Ibec’s vision for the next EU mandate is set out in our Electing for Business campaign.For this episode of Ibec Responds, join...

In this episode of Ibec Responds, we delve into the dynamic world of global economics, where interest rates reign supreme. From influencing spending habits to shaping investment decisions, interest rates play a pivotal role in driving economic activity. Join Executive Director, Ibec Global, Jackie King and Ibec CEO Danny McCoy, as we explore the unprecedented shifts in interest rates and their profound implications.Thank you for listening. To explore all of Ibec's podcast offering, visit...