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IT Tralee Hosts ‘Steps To Success’ Networking Event For Students

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The panel at the Steps to Success Networking Event for the Computing and IT Departments at ITT last Thursday.

LAST week saw the annual Institute of Technology of Tralee’s Steps to Success Networking Event for the Computing and IT Departments take place.

This is a unique careers module delivered to final year students to assist in the transition from the world of college to the world of work.

The aim of the networking event – held on Thursday, May 4 – was to facilitate discussion and networking between final year IT students and IT related industry representatives.

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The evening began with an expert panel discussion facilitated by Jim Breen – Founder and CEO Pulse Learning and Cycle against Suicide.

The expert panel members this year were: Deirdre Carr – Director Diomac; Dr John Daly, Research and Innovation Manager, Dairymaster, Ann Jensen, Content Developer/Technical Writer, Aspengrove Solutions; Marta Doberschutez, Software Developer, Continuum Commerce Solutions; David O Donoghue, Audience and Display Performance Specialist, Google and 18 year old entrepreneur and technical genius Harry McCann (via Skype).

The event was attended by Information Systems Management, Computing with Games Development, computing with Software Development and Computing with Media Development final year students.

IT Companies represented at the event were Griffith College Limerick , Monex Financial Services, Fexco, Aspengrove Solutions, JRI-America, Dairymaster, Salasco, Digital Buzz, Digital Marketing, Sidelineye, Mobocar, Pembroke WebServices, Kerry Expo and many more.

The experts all outlined the route their own careers took. They had wise words for the students who will be all finishing college this month – on making the right choices about careers; about seizing opportunities; about being resilient when having to cope with failures in life.

They disclosed what impresses them most about an applicant when they apply for a job or attend an interview.

One of the over-arching pieces of advice that all the experts agreed on was to follow your passion and pick a career that excites you and that you will love.

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PHOTOS: Entrepreneurs Share Stories At Bank’s Networking Event

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Bank of Ireland Tralee Manager, Gerard Enright, Brid McElligott Rusk, Heather O'Sullivan, John Ross Jewellers and Seamus O'Sullivan, B Loyalty and Pat Carmody, Sales Manager, Bank of Ireland, at the Bank of Ireland Flash Networking Event on Wednesday evening. Photo by Dermot Crean
Bank of Ireland Tralee Manager, Gerard Enright, Brid McElligott Rusk Vice-President Research, Development and External Affairs, IT Tralee, Heather O’Sullivan, John Ross Jewellers and Seamus O’Sullivan, B Loyalty and Pat Carmody, Sales Manager, Bank of Ireland, at the Bank of Ireland Flash Networking Event on Wednesday evening. Photo by Dermot Crean

BUSINESSPEOPLE from town and beyond gathered at Bank Of Ireland in Castle Street on Wednesday evening for a special Flash Networking Event.

Held as one of 13 such events in Bank of Irelands across the country this month, it was a great opportunity for business people to meet, make new contacts and pick up some new ideas.

The theme of the event was “Doing more business in Tralee” and those attending enjoyed wine and canapes and a chance to network, before hearing stories from three experts.

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Bríd McElligott, Vice-President Research, Development and External Affairs, IT Tralee; Heather O’Sullivan, Proprietor, John Ross Jewellers, Tralee and Seamus O’Sullivan, Master Butcher & B Local Loyalty Card, shared insights into their inspiring entrepreneurial journey and answered questions from businesspeople.

There was also a digital banking demo to show how people can grow their business at what turned out to be a very informative evening. Scroll down for photos…

Rachel O'Shea and Ann McAuliffe of Flowers By Ann at the Bank of Ireland Flash Networking Event on Wednesday evening. Photo by Dermot Crean
Rachel O’Shea and Ann McAuliffe of Flowers By Ann at the Bank of Ireland Flash Networking Event on Wednesday evening. Photo by Dermot Crean
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Liz Lane, Bank of Ireland, Bernie Buckley, Aspen Grove and Elaine O'Keeffe, Bank of Ireland at the Bank of Ireland Flash Networking Event on Wednesday evening. Photo by Dermot Crean
Liz Lane, Bank of Ireland, Bernie Buckley, Aspen Grove and Elaine O’Keeffe, Bank of Ireland at the Bank of Ireland Flash Networking Event on Wednesday evening. Photo by Dermot Crean
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In front; Labhaoise O'Connor, Sinead Joy and David Malone of the Inspired group with at back, David O'Keeffe and Maree O'Connor at the Bank of Ireland Flash Networking Event on Wednesday evening. Photo by Dermot Crean
In front; Labhaoise O’Connor, Sinead Joy and David Malone of the Inspired group with at back, David O’Keeffe and Maree O’Connor at the Bank of Ireland Flash Networking Event on Wednesday evening. Photo by Dermot Crean
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The large gathering at the Bank of Ireland Flash Networking Event on Wednesday evening. Photo by Dermot Crean
The large gathering at the Bank of Ireland Flash Networking Event on Wednesday evening. Photo by Dermot Crean
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Business Network Event Planned For Tralee Bank Of Ireland Branch

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Bank of IrelandBANK Of Ireland will host free Flash Networking Event in Tralee as part of National Enterprise Week.

The branch on Lower Castle Street, Tralee will host the event on Wednesday, November 30 from 6pm-7.30pm. Networking Events are fast-paced business and community networking opportunities connecting people including entrepreneurs, businesses and Bank of Ireland staff.

The events enable people to share business information, gain industry insights, access resources and build new leads. Flash Networking Events are open to all however people must register to attend (details below).

Bank of Ireland’s 15th National Enterprise Week will run from Friday, 11 to Friday, 18 November 2016 with supporting events taking place throughout the month of November.

The overall theme of the week is ‘Let’s Connect’ and activities are focused on supporting SMEs and start-ups across the country to reach their business potential. Flash Networking is a 90 minute networking event which includes expert business speakers, speed-dating business networking and an innovative digital demo learning experience to provide people with the knowledge to expand business and personal networks.

To register and for further information on Bank of Ireland’s ‘National Enterprise Week’ people can visit the branch for information or visit https://events.bankofireland.com/events/category/business/

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Networking Event For Local Businesses In Fels Point

 

Oskars Krastins and Liam Bohan of Octofly. Photo by Gavin O'Connor.
At the Tralee Chamber Alliance Networking Event were, Oskars Krastins and Liam Bohan of Octofly. Photo by Gavin O’Connor.

TRALEE Chamber Alliance presented a Networking Event for members of the group at the Fels Point Hotel on Tuesday evening.

It was an opportunity for members to get to know each other and introduce themselves, their company and their line of business in an effort to generate more business.

There was team-building games and a kind of ‘speed dating for business where those present had one minute to explain their business before moving on to the next person.

All in all, it was considered a very worthwhile exercise by the Chamber.

Padraig O'Connor (AIB Tralee), Kevin Sugrue (McCarthy Insurance Group Tralee), Mark Nunan (McCarthy Insurance Group Tralee) and Sean Cooke (AIB Tralee). Photo by Gavin O'Connor.
At the Tralee Chamber Alliance Networking Event were, Padraig O’Connor (AIB Tralee), Kevin Sugrue (McCarthy Insurance Group Tralee), Mark Nunan (McCarthy Insurance Group Tralee) and Sean Cooke (AIB Tralee). Photo by Gavin O’Connor.

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Networking Event To Raise Funds For Liam’s Lodge

rsz_liams_lodge_2A FUNDRAISING event in aid of Liam’s Lodge will be held in the Fels Point Hotel on Wednesday, July 30 at 7pm.

“Networking with a Conscience” sees Kerry’s newest  entrepreneurs on the Enterprise Ireland New Frontiers programme  host a high powered information and networking session.

Guest speakers include Eamon Fitzpatrick, former Sales Director of the Irish Times newspaper and Today FM and now Managing Director of ipg media brands Ireland, Samantha Kelly owner of ‘Tweetinggoddess’, and creator of Irishbizparty and “Marathon Man” Gerry Duffy.

Entrance fee on the night will be €10 with all proceeds directly going to Liam’s Lodge – Ireland’s National Children’s Respite and Hospice Centre.

“Networking with a Conscience” will be a thought leadership discussion on business and entrepreneurship. The session will aim to unite members of the region’s emerging business and entrepreneur community on how to overcome challenges in the business world, while also contributing to a worthy cause.

New Frontiers is Enterprise Ireland’s national entrepreneur development programme for innovative, early-stage start-ups. Funded by Enterprise Ireland, the programme is delivered locally by the Institute of Technology, Tralee.

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Good Turnout For Networking Evening In Fels Point

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Michael Slattery, Tax Assist and Accountants and Deirdre Flynn of Deirdre Flynn Solicitors at the 'Build A Better Business' run by the Kingdom Chapter of Business Network International at the Fels Point Hotel on Tuesday evening. Photo by Dermot Crean
Michael Slattery, Tax Assist and Accountants and Deirdre Flynn of Deirdre Flynn Solicitors at the ‘Build A Better Business’ run by the Kingdom Chapter of Business Network International at the Fels Point Hotel on Tuesday evening. Photo by Dermot Crean

THE ‘Build A Better Business’ networking evening generated much interest among the business community and was well attended in the Fels Point Hotel last night.

The event was run by the Kingdom Chapter of Business Network International, which helps people generate new business through networking and referrals.

“We’ve been running the Tralee group for about four years now and what we’re trying to do tonight is to grow the group because it’s been hugely beneficial to all our members,” said David Moriarty, chairman of the Kingdom Chapter.

The Tralee group has about 12 members but it could be doing a lot better said David, an architect by profession.

“A town like Newcastlewest who would be generated a turnover of about €4m a year in business, while the Tralee group only has about €1m. What we want to do is get up to a performance similar to Newcastlewest who would have about 20 members,” said David who explained that the monies mentioned are generated through business referrals.

TT ad Apr-Jun“There are many primary benefits such as financial performance and business growth, but also secondary benefits like improved public speaking skills and establishing good contacts. It’s all about getting out there on a weekly basis to get your message across,” said David.

Speaking after the meeting David said he was delighted with the interest shown by those who attended.

“We had about 20 visitors on the night and most felt it was an enjoyable and worthwhile evening.

Many showed great interest and agreed to come to our meeting next Wednesday to see the structure, what’s involved and the commitment and performance expected,” he said.

For more on the BNI Kingdom Chapter, contact David on 087-6497313.

Damian Greer, Heating and Plumbing Contractor and Padraig McElligott, Sure Alarms, at the 'Build A Better Business' run by the Kingdom Chapter of Business Network International at the Fels Point Hotel on Tuesday evening. Photo by Dermot Crean
Damian Greer, Heating and Plumbing Contractor and Padraig McElligott, Sure Alarms, at the ‘Build A Better Business’ run by the Kingdom Chapter of Business Network International at the Fels Point Hotel on Tuesday evening. Photo by Dermot Crean
Eoin Kelliher, Financial Planning Partner (QFA) and Niall Hobbert of BTS Fitness at the 'Build A Better Business' run by the Kingdom Chapter of Business Network International at the Fels Point Hotel on Tuesday evening. Photo by Dermot Crean
Eoin Kelliher, Financial Planning Partner (QFA) and Niall Hobbert of BTS Fitness at the ‘Build A Better Business’ run by the Kingdom Chapter of Business Network International at the Fels Point Hotel on Tuesday evening. Photo by Dermot Crean
Bernie Keane of Kingdom Printers, Margaret Brick of Connect Publications and Joe Hanley, Freelance Photographer at the 'Build A Better Business' run by the Kingdom Chapter of Business Network International at the Fels Point Hotel on Tuesday evening. Photo by Dermot Crean
Bernie Keane of Kingdom Printers, Margaret Brick of Connect Publications and Joe Hanley, Freelance Photographer at the ‘Build A Better Business’ run by the Kingdom Chapter of Business Network International at the Fels Point Hotel on Tuesday evening. Photo by Dermot Crean

 

Anne Marie Maher and Nicola O'Sullivan, Marketing Manager at Fels Point Hotel at the 'Build A Better Business' run by the Kingdom Chapter of Business Network International at the Fels Point Hotel on Tuesday evening. Photo by Dermot Crean
Anne Marie Maher and Nicola O’Sullivan, Marketing Manager at Fels Point Hotel at the ‘Build A Better Business’ run by the Kingdom Chapter of Business Network International at the Fels Point Hotel on Tuesday evening. Photo by Dermot Crean
Dan Cronin, Managing Area Director of BNI and Dan O'Donoghue, Director Consultant BNI, at the 'Build A Better Business' run by the Kingdom Chapter of Business Network International at the Fels Point Hotel on Tuesday evening. Photo by Dermot Crean
Dan Cronin, Managing Area Director of BNI and Dan O’Donoghue, Director Consultant BNI, at the ‘Build A Better Business’ run by the Kingdom Chapter of Business Network International at the Fels Point Hotel on Tuesday evening. Photo by Dermot Crean