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Dec 10 2024 128 ep. 21 mins 12
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Through our podcast suite we provide expert analysis and best in class advice on the issues that matter most for business. We have a lot to say, are you listening?Brought to you by Ireland's largest and most influential business lobby group. Explore our full podcast suite at www.ibec.ie/podcasts

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Unpacking CSRD: CPL Resources

Dec 10 2024 21 mins  
Welcome to this special series of Ibec Responds on the Corporate Sustainability Reporting Directive (CSRD).As businesses face increasing demands for transparency and accountability, the CSRD represents a pivotal shift in how companies approach sustainability reporting.In this series you'll hear firsthand from industry leaders about the challenges, strategies, and opportunities they

Kilkenny Design - Promoting the Irish Artisan Experience

Dec 09 2024 16 mins  
Our ‘Experience Economy’ series continues in this episode of Ibec Responds as Aviné McNally, Head of Membership, Ibec, is in conversation with Evelyn Moynihan, CEO, Kilkenny Group.They discuss the importance of embracing digitisation and supporting the heritage of designers and makers of Ireland.Thank you for listening. To explore all of Ibec's podcast offering, visit here. Ma

Unpacking CSRD: An Post

Dec 05 2024 24 mins  
Welcome to this special series of Ibec Responds on the Corporate Sustainability Reporting Directive (CSRD).As businesses face increasing demands for transparency and accountability, the CSRD represents a pivotal shift in how companies approach sustainability reporting.In this series you'll hear firsthand from industry leaders about the challenges, strategies, and opportunities they

Unpacking CSRD: Energia Group

Dec 03 2024 21 mins  
Welcome to this special series of Ibec Responds on the Corporate Sustainability Reporting Directive (CSRD).As businesses face increasing demands for transparency and accountability, the CSRD represents a pivotal shift in how companies approach sustainability reporting.In this series you'll hear firsthand from industry leaders about the challenges, strategies, and opportunities they

Unlocking Potential in Ireland's Experience Economy

Nov 28 2024 26 mins  
Our ‘Experience Economy’ series continues in this episode of Ibec Responds as Sharon Higgins, Executive Director Membership and Sectors, Ibec, is in conversation with Catherine Toolan, Managing Director of Diageo Irish Brand Homes, the spiritual home of Guinness Storehouse. They discuss Catherine’s new appointment as Chair of Ibec’s Experience Economy Policy Committee, futu

The Maternity Protection, Employment Equality and Preservation of Certain Records Act 2024

Nov 21 2024 13 mins  
The President has now signed the Maternity Protection, Employment Equality and Preservation of Certain Records Act 2024 (the Act) into law. Two of the most important changes from an employer’s perspective are that it allows for the postponement of maternity leave in the event of a serious health condition and separately it also amends the Employment Equality Acts and bans the use

Electing for Business - Reducing energy costs, securing growth

Nov 13 2024 10 mins  
With the right investments and initiatives, Ireland could transform its energy system into a long-term competitive advantage. However, in the short to medium term, electricity prices will remain a barrier to economic growth unless steps are taken to tackle the underlying cost drivers. Our new energy report warns that failing to address these costs could threaten business viability,

Constructive Dismissal: Case Insights and Employer Takeaways

Nov 11 2024 10 mins  
In this episode of KC Connect, Laura Kerin and Brian Joyce, Employer Relations Executives at Ibec, delve into two recent Labour Court constructive dismissal cases. These cases highlight the different outcomes of constructive dismissal claims based on how employers handle workplace grievances, such as bullying and poor treatment. They explore the legal standards applied in each case

Celtic Linen – Supporting Ireland’s Experience businesses

Nov 01 2024 15 mins  
Our ‘Experience Economy’ series continues in this episode of Ibec Responds as Aviné McNally, Head of Membership, Ibec, is in conversation with Joanne Somers, Managing Director of Johnson Ireland & Celtic Linen.They discuss the importance of cohesive teamwork, and both the challenges and opportunities that sustainability presents.Learn more about our Experience Economy camp

A Year of Elections: Interview with Chris Weafer

Oct 25 2024 23 mins  
In 2024, over 50 countries will hold elections, in this Ibec Responds “Year of Elections” mini-series, we explore the geo-political impact of these elections with insights from commentators, experts and analysists. In this episode, Fergal O’Brien, Executive Director of Lobbying and Influence at Ibec, and Chris Weafer, Chief Executive Officer at Macro Advisory, discuss the reg