ISSUE 11 - NOVEMBER 2023
INSIDE THIS ISSUE IN THE HOT SEAT WITH SONYA KAVANAGH, CHIEF EXECUTIVE OF KILDARE COUNTY COUNCIL
CHAMBER GOLF CLASSIC 2023
BUDGET 2024
GETTING TO KNOW OUR CHAMBER MEMBERS
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In the Hot Seat with Sonya Kavanagh Chief Executive, Kildare County Council
02 Lilywhite News Snippets 04 In the Hot seat 06 Chamber Golf Classic 2023 08 Kildare Business Awards 2023
KILDARE BUSINESS AWARDS
11 Budget 2024 12 Movers & Shakers
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Kildare Business Awards 2023
14 Getting to know our Chamber members 16 Clark Feature 20 Palmerstown House Feature 22 Michael Clarke- Wall 2 Workstations Feature 25 Membership Listings 28 NEW Chamber Members
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Budget 2024
FORWARD
Kildare is the economic engine of the Mid East Region and as such plays a hugely important role in the economic success of our country. We now find ourselves in a unique and positive position in a whole manner of ways. The prospect of driving forward our inward investment proposition, supporting continued regeneration, and attracting more people to the region is hugely exciting but extremely demanding. Our continued success in attracting FDI and ensuring our existing companies continue to grow is now reaching a point where our infrastructural demands is becoming a key focus of the Chamber. Withing the next 18 months we will have local, national and European elections. The voice of the Chamber is now important than ever before. Infrastructural deficits cannot be tolerated, and we need both Local and National Government to come to the fore. The coming months are critical for the Chamber to ensure we hear from businesses; therefore I urge our membership to engage with our surveys, engage with our team within the Chamber to ensure the voice of business in the region is heard and this will then ensure we can deliver to our membership.
Allan Shine Chief Executive, County Kildare Chamber
The Chamber continues to reduce our print run of the Chronicle in line with our Sustainable Goals – Read online at issuu.com
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T&I Fitouts sponsor local camogie team The Straffan camogie junior adult team were recently delighted to receive sponsorship from Chamber members, T&I Fitouts, providing the team with new training t-shirts & zip-ups. The team is eagerly preparing for the commencement of the club championship competition in the next few weeks and look forward to showcasing their new gear!
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Manguard Plus, based in Naas, and Ireland’s largest privately owned Irish security company, has been shortlisted for three of the ‘Family Business Awards’ (Best In Customer Service Award, CSR Award and Professional and Business Services Family Business). Founded in 1996, Manguard Plus is the largest privately owned Irish security company in Ireland and is celebrating more than 27 years in business. It employs some 1,200 people from offices here in Naas, and across the island. The company is long recognised for being to the fore of professionalising the wider security industry in Ireland, working to ensure higher standards. It is the only security company in Ireland to gain international recognition for its commitment to customer service, being awarded World Host recognised Business Status. It numbers Aer Lingus, Dublin Port Company, DSV and Virgin Media amongst its clients. We wish Mangaurd Plus and all of the finalists the very best at the awards which take place at the Mansion House on 3rd November.
Killashee Unveils Its Newly Refurbished Conference Facilities Following the completion of the first phase of the refurbishment of the four-star Killashee Hotel by new owner FBD Hotels & Resorts, the conference facilities at the hotel have undergone a major transformation as part of the €5million investment up to the end of 2024.
30 new jobs and double the capacity as Murphy Ireland opens new Steel Fabrication Facility in Newbridge Co. Kildare
Killashee Hotel is an industry leader in the conferences and events sector working with a portfolio of leading international and local companies. The conference facilities at Killashee including conference rooms, meeting spaces and breakout rooms have been upgraded to feature new contemporary furnishings, AV systems, built in screens, LCD Projectors, Nespresso coffee machines and high speed WIFI.
Murphy Ireland officially opened its new 2,200 square metre Steel Fabrication Facility in Newbridge Co. Kildare, which will double the capacity of the Murphy Ireland Steel business and create up to 30 additional jobs over the next five years. The new facility is now fully operational and will allow Murphy to process in excess of 100 tonnes of structural steel per week.
45 Years of Excellence in the Window and Door Industry! Profile Systems Holdings has marked their 45-year Anniversary! From their humble beginnings in 1978 to becoming Ireland’s leading supplier and exclusive distributor of top-tier uPVC and Aluminium brands, they’ve come a long way. Their journey holds milestones such as becoming the exclusive distributor for Kömmerling & SAPA, facility investments, and valuable partnerships that have shaped our success.
CEO of County Kildare Chamber Allan Shine said: “Murphy Ireland continues to be a flagship company in Kildare that are constantly innovating and evolving to ensure that their business keeps ahead in an extremely competitive marketplace. The benefit of their presence, not only to Kildare but to the surrounding counties and the whole of Ireland, in terms of job creation and contribution to regional and national economies has been enormous. We are particularly pleased to see that Murphy Ireland are recruiting apprentices which will ensure the talent on site is future proofed”.
Former illegal dump in Co Kildare to open as new park A new park is set to open this autumn in Co. Kildare at the site of an illegally operated waste dump, which has cost more than €61.5 million in public money to remediate. Despite its high price tag, it is hoped that what was once a mountain of untreated waste, has now been contained and will become a popular public amenity. Much of that price has been paid by locals living in the surrounding towns of Johnstown, Sallins and Naas who for decades have had to put up with foul-smelling odours carrying on the wind from the dump. to showcasing their new gear!
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Barberstown Castle host 2023 Roses, as part of Rose of Tralee Tour Ted Robinson and his team at Barberstown Castle recently hosted the 2023 Roses as part of the official Rose Tour. During their stay, Barnertown Castle hosted the ‘Rose Gala Ball’ with lots of laughter, good food and special entertainment from the Roses.
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ISSUE 11 - November 2023 currently recruiting. As I mentioned previously 40% of the workforce in the County currently commute. Kildare County Council offers a suite of family friendly working arrangements to those who would like to live and work in their own community. We have also rolled out blended working throughout the organisation. As an employer the Council offers many training, education and promotional opportunities to its staff. As someone who did not receive a third level qualification until much later in life I can attest to the importance of life long learning and the support that the Council offers to its staff. In relation to the future of work I feel there are significant opportunities for employers in the County to be realised by embracing a blended working or hybrid working model. Kildare County Council and its partners have created a cluster of Hubs and Innovation Spaces that offer flexible options for all types of coworking spaces. These spaces operate with the help and support of the Local Enterprise and Economic Development Team and are strategically located across the county: Enterprise Development - Local Enterprise Office - Kildare
IN THE HOT SEAT
Kildare is a business centre of excellence within Ireland and is known for its attractiveness for international investment. How does Kildare’s Economic Development Team work with other stakeholders, including the Chamber, IDA and others, to help support business growth in the county?
With Sonya Kavanagh
Your career in Kildare County Council began over 20 years ago, and last year you became Chief Executive. What do you believe are the key lessons for local government from your time in senior management and in your current role? As a Kildare native who has lived and worked in County Kildare all of my life I have seen significant change. During my 29 year career in Local Government the population of Kildare has doubled to just under 250,000. Kildare has always been a county with a significant urban / rural mix but this has been accentuated over the past 20 years. The latest census data confirms that there are now 7 large urban towns in the County with populations in excess of 10,000. As a Local Authority we have to continue to deliver essential services whilst also progressing major strategic capital projects. Our focus is on facilitating and supporting balanced and sustainable development so that Kildare remains an attractive place to live, work, visit, study and do business. Kildare has undergone significant transformation over the past few decades and has emerged as a key player in Ireland’s economy. Kildare County Council plays a critical role in facilitating this growth by overseeing the administration and
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management of public services. As CEO of KCC, what would you highlight as key drivers of Kildare’s standout position in the Irish economy and what are the main challenges the region currently faces? Kildare’s location in the Greater Dublin Area presents many opportunities but it also brings challenges. Three towns in North Kildare are included in the Dublin Metropolitan Area and Maynooth is designated as a Key Growth Town. Kildare is well connected and accessible due to it’s 3 motorways, rail and public transport network. We have a vibrant SME sector and a strong FDI base. Although some parts of our county are becoming more urbanised, agriculture and the equine sector continue to play important roles in the economy of County Kildare. Kildare is also home to Maynooth University and has a highly skilled, young workforce. Approximately 40% of the workforce currently commute out of the county so there are opportunities for businesses based in Kildare to attract employees with a quality of life proposition. Kildare has also out-performed most other counties in Ireland in terms of the number of houses delivered. However, the delivery of adequate, affordable housing is still a significant challenge for our County, and this is coupled with the objective to deliver complementary community facilities and amenities.
Since coming into the role of Chief Executive last year, what have you identified as the key opportunities and challenges that you would like to work on during your term? I’ve set out the opportunities and challenges facing Kildare above. My overall objective for my term of office is to create a fit for purpose organisation driving Sustainable Economic, Social and Cultural Development in a Climate Resilient County. This is an exceptionally big ask but it is the vision that Kildare County Council’s 1100 employees are working towards. Our staff are our greatest resource and they have dealt with the challenges of Covid and the war in Ukraine with good will and flexibility. It is worth mentioning that as the fifth most populated county in Ireland we have a historically low base of funding and staffing per head of population. Recruitment and changing working styles are challenges faced by nearly every sector and industry in Ireland, Local Authorities are no different. What approach has Kildare County Council take to new working styles and where do you see trends in working styles going? Recruitment and retention are a significant challenge for the Council as many Public Sector organisations and the Civil Service are
In 2022, you became one of eight female CE’s to lead a Local Authority. Steps are being taken at national and government level to highlight gender imbalance. Do you believe more needs to be done and what steps are Kildare County Council taking to ensure a diverse and balanced workplace? As the first woman to hold the post of Chief Executive in Kildare County Council I’ve been asked this type of question a lot. During my career I have had line managers who have become mentors (male and female) who have given me fantastic opportunities and who advised me and counselled me. I also had the opportunity to study and learn and to gain valuable management and leadership experience. One of my line managers, in particular, helped to shape my career. She was one of the few women in a senior position in the Council. It seems incredulous now but because of the “marriage ban” that was in place (and only lifted in 1973) the only women who had continued working in the public sector were women who hadn’t married. As the only woman at that level my mentor was an inspiration to me and to other women. Jennifer O’Connell writing in the Irish Times said “For women, ambition is sometimes seen as a dirty word. The rationale seems to go that
it’s one thing to have success foisted upon you; it is another, entirely less lovely, thing to actively hunger for it. If you’re a woman, saying you got lucky is fine. Saying “I deserve this, because I worked so hard to get it” is still, even in a more feminist world, much less socially acceptable.” So yes I have to say that I am ambitious and I didn’t just end up here by chance. I have worked hard and made the most of every opportunity that presented itself. I have worked in Corporate Services, the Housing Department, Roads, Transport & Public Safety, Economic Community & Cultural Development and Human Resources. I lead an organisation of 1100 people and our revenue budget for this year is 199 million euro. I am hugely proud of the work that the Council does on a daily basis for the people of Kildare. I am also proud that the Management Team of Kildare County Council now has a gender balance and that the organisation that I lead is a genuine equal opportunities employer. The World Economic Forum has said that supporting gender parity is critical to ensuring strong, cohesive and resilient societies around the world. Over the past 20 years we have come from an entirely male dominated landscape to a more level playing field. This is a process and even though there is still plenty to do to achieve equality in all arenas I really feel like we are heading in the right direction.
We work with our partners in County Kildare Chamber, the IDA and Enterprise Ireland on a daily basis to attract new business to the county but also to support and connect with existing businesses and companies, be they indigenous or FDI. It is our strong relationships with our partners that is key to delivering on our Economic Development and Enterprise objectives. The Economic Development Strategy “Towards 2025” sets out 8 key focus areas; Indigenous Industry/SMEs
Foreign Direct Investment (FDI) Knowledge Economy Equine Industry
Agri Food Sector
Sustainable Tourism, Hospitality and Leisure Retail
Climate Action & Green Economy The Strategy provides a roadmap for attracting new investment, sustaining existing industry and enterprises and ensuring long-term sustainable growth. The Council is committed to continuing to encourage, facilitate and support the economic development of our county and believe that the implementation of this strategy will create an energy and commitment that will propel county Kildare to the fore of economic innovation and make it an even greater place to live, work and do business.
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1st Chamber Golf Classic 2023
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Sponsored by:
On Thursday 6th July, County Kildare Chamber hosted its annual Chamber golf classic in the K Club on the Palmer North course, followed by a tasty dinner in the Arnold Palmer restaurant. The event was kindly sponsored by Ballymore Group, with 104 golfers in attendance. While the weather was bad, it didn’t dampen spirits and a great day was had by all. Congratulations to our winning team, W2W – Walls to Workstations, who will go on to play in the AllIreland Chamber golf classic.
Winners on the day: 1st Place – W2W, Walls to Workstations 2nd Place – Queally Group 3rd Place – KPMG Ireland 06
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Kildare Business Awards
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Health and Wellbeing • Barretstown • Flexsource
• General Paints Group • Malone and Co Accountants Sponsored by:
Innovation in Business
The County Kildare Chamber Business Award for: Sponsored by:
Emerging Business of the Year • Annalee Delaney Photography • EVHACS
• One More Thing • PsycReality
Diversity, Equality and Inclusion • Glenroyal Hotel and Leisure Centre
• Osprey Hotel • Palmerstown House Estate Sponsored by:
Employee of the Year • • • •
Applegreen CiviQ Killashee Hotel SWAG.EU
Monica Delmer Liadain von der Decken Sinead Lawlor Wojtek Kaczor
Excellence in Communications • General Paints Group • Osborne
Excellence in the Community • Intel Ireland • O’Brien Fine Foods
Excellence in Customer Service • Malone and Co Accountants • Punchestown Racecourse
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Sponsored by:
• Hereworks • Mongey Communications
• The Culinary Food Group • Ventac Sponsored by:
International Trade • Irish Dog Foods • Kerry Group
• Kildare Innovation Campus • Mongey Communications
Large Business of the Year
Sponsored by:
• Glenveagh Properties • Lifeline Ambulance Services
• MGS Ireland • O’Brien Fine Foods Sponsored by:
Net Zero Achievement • Ballymore Homes • Irish Dog Foods
• Maynooth University • The Culinary Food Group
Best Performing SME of the Year Sponsored by:
• SWAG.EU • The Nude Wine Company Sponsored by:
• Naas Racecourse • The Curragh Racecourse Sponsored by:
• The K Club • Ventac
• Barretstown • RGN Electrical and Communications LTD
• T and I Fitouts • Walls to Workstations
Sustainable Development Award • EVHACS • Intel
Sponsored by:
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• O’Brien Fine Foods • The Culinary Food Group
The Overall Business of the Year
Sponsored by:
One of our category awards winners will be awarded Business of the Year during the Awards Night
Outstanding Contribution to Business
Sponsored by:
This year’s recipient will be announced during the Awards Night 09
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BUDGET 2024 SUBMISSION County Kildare Chamber recently launched its Budget 2024 submission. The Chamber put forward its recommendations to Government focused on housing availability with measures to increase capacity, infrastructure delivery, energy certainty and sustainability. Following extensive consultation with our members and the Chambers Policy Advisory Council, our submission has focused on 4 main areas within the confines of Budget 2024; 1) 2) 3) 4)
Housing Infrastructure Economic Development & Employment Energy & Climate Action
This budgetary submission emphasises the significance of ensuring adequate housing supply, investing in infrastructure and skills, and implementing measures to enhance business competitiveness. These priorities reflect the urgent need to support businesses, address capacity constraints, and navigate challenges affecting economic growth and sustainability in the Kildare region. You can read County Kildare Chamber’s full Budget 2024 Submission on our website.
Housing:
A recent survey of our membership identified housing availability as the number one issue affecting business competitiveness in Kildare over the past 12 months. Low levels of residential construction during the post 2008 recession in Ireland, has not kept pace with the growing levels of employment and population in the mid-eastern region. Key Asks: • A comprehensive review of the NPF & Housing for All unit targets • Activation of vacant and derelict property • Croí Conaithe (Town) Scheme review, introduction of staged payments • State financial aid to brownfield developments • Renew the Derelict Sites Act 1990 • Landlords (Corporate & Individuals) should be taxed equally at 25%, LPT should be allowed as a tax deduction against rental income. Where landlords retrofit a property, 100% capital allowances should be available in the year the work is completed. • Capital Gains Tax rate should be reduced from 33% to 20% to incentivise the release of residential property back into the market.
Infrastructure:
Industry and infrastructural development are crucial to Ireland’s continued growth. To achieve sustainable industrialisation and innovation, several key points need to be considered.
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Key Asks: • The establishment of an independent agency to lead and develop medium-long term infrastructure policy within Ireland • Accelerated delivery of the electrification expansion of the Maynooth Dart+ West rail line • Introduction of a flexi tax saver ticket for hybrid workers (3-day) • Tax incentives for hybrid/electric vehicles such as super deductions and accelerated capital allowances • Accelerated rollout of fast charging points nationwide for EV’s, with particular focus on regional areas.
Economy & Employment:
Kildare, as a key commuter county with a large population and excellent connectivity to airports, rail, and port services, plays a vital role in the national economy. The county is home to numerous multinational and domestic companies that employ a highly skilled workforce. To maintain the region’s international competitiveness and support its economic growth, it is crucial for Budget 2024 to create an environment conducive to the establishment of quality jobs in various locations throughout Kildare. • • • • • • • •
Introduce coherent and integrated flexible working policy Build on current investment in childcare services, and early education infrastructure. Dedicated supports should be offered to women seeking to open business Simplified work permit process Increase of the Employer Apprenticeship Grant from €2,000 to €8,000 Increase the 40% tax band to income over €45,000 Simplification & enhancement of the EII Scheme, Extend the Start-Up Relief for Entrepreneurs to individuals who were previously self-employed. Reform of the KEEP
Energy:
County Kildare Chamber proposes a series of long-term asks, calling on the government to become more ambitious about gathering renewable energy from the sea and land. In the short term, changing the incentives landscape to facilitate commercial properties becoming microgen producers, and delivering shallower retrofits that would support those most directly affected by fuel poverty are key. Key Asks: • Re-introduction of the corporate tax relief for equity investment in companies involved in renewable energy generation • R&D tax credit expanded to encourage green technology • Expand the network of local authority energy agencies • Accelerated capital allowance regime to include energy efficient equipment • The Environment and Planning Court has to be brought into operation immediately
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WORKING TOGETHER TO MEET SKILLS NEEDS
EMMA MCMILLAN
Assistant Tax Manager - Taxkey
Emma McMillan joined Taxkey in August as Assistant Tax Manager. Emma is a Chartered Tax Advisor (CTA AITI) and Fellow of the Association of Chartered Certified Accountants (FCCA). Prior to joining Taxkey, Emma trained as an accountant with a highly regarded accountancy firm in Co Tipperary and qualified as a member of ACCA in 2018. During this time Emma worked with a clients across a broad range of sectors, gaining valuable commercial experience. Emma qualified as a Chartered Tax Advisor (CTA AITI) in 2019. She then spent a number of years advising SMEs and private clients as Assistant Tax Manager in the tax team of a leading accountancy firm in Co Limerick, gaining in-depth knowledge of all areas of Irish tax.
County Meath County Kildare
ROCIO MARTOS ROBERTS
Marketing and Design Assistant, Elevate Marketing
Rocio is a final-year Communications studies student who joined the team at Elevate Marketing in early 2023. Rocio approaches each task with a high level of professionalism and a strong desire to provide quality results. With a passion for design, she has an eye for creating striking artwork and branding to assist on client’s projects. Rocio also has a remarkable ability to communicate creative ideas effectively, she has quickly settled into being a part of the team. Her dedication to continuous growth is evident in her commitment to improving her skills and knowledge. Working in Elevate Marketing, her role includes the opportunity to stay on top of social media trends, working on marketing strategies, and design choices. She looks forward to continuing her journey with Elevate Marketing.
SEAN THOMAS
Avail of a consultation on your company’s skills needs and connect with our Forum members
Head of Grocery Recruitment at Teamworx
With almost ten years recruitment experience, Sean is the newest addition to the Teamworx team who joined back in May. Sean has come in as Head of Grocery Recruitment to join Denise’s team, with Teamworx already having an excellent reputation within the retail sector, Sean will work to further develop and grow teamworx’s reputation as a leading recruitment provider within the grocery industry. Sean has been recruiting retail managers of all levels, for both local and major retailers nationwide, he had enjoyed great success in his recruitment career and has placed over 400 managers in permanent roles nationwide. Sean himself worked in retail from an early age, starting in his local supermarket store packing shelves, this progressed into a Retail Management career with that same group, he was promoted several times and his last role was running their newly opened Limerick Eurospar store, which was one of the largest shops in the country at the time. He later went on to work as a manager in the distinguished Superquinn retail group before deciding to travel in 2012. On returning to Ireland in 2014, Sean started his career in recruitment and went back to college to complete his HR Diploma at the National College of Ireland.
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The Mid-East Regional Skills Forum help employers and enterprises get the education and training responses they need to meet their skills needs across the full occupational and skills spectrum including Digital Skills and Digital Transformation, Green Skills and Sustainability, Leadership and Management, Communication Skills and Talent Management.
Contact: Siobhán Keogh Regional Skills Forum Manager – Mid East Tel: 01 474 7306 | Mobile: 087 231 5713 email: siobhankeogh@regionalskills.ie
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Getting to know our Chamber members Frame IT Productions Visual content has become a dominant form of communication, especially with the rise of social media platforms and the increasing demand for engaging and immersive content. Frame It Productions have enabled businesses, organisations, and individuals alike that require professional audio/visual production to effectively convey their messages, showcase products or services, and connect with their target audiences through such content. Frame It Productions, based in Sallins, is a prominent audio/ visual production company that specialises in a wide range of services, including corporate videos, promotional videos, green screen, video testimonials and drone footage. They also offer live streaming, video presentations, motion graphics, website and social media content creation, documentary production, film production. They guide projects from conception right through to completion, whilst working closely with clients through the process, adhering to brand guidelines and identity. Since launching Frame It Productions in 2007, Richard Kearney and Philip Lewis have been developing and managing this thriving production company. The demand for their highquality and innovative audio/visual solutions have resulted in the company’s recent expansion in their production and camera departments.
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Brink’s Cash Services Ireland Brink’s is the global leader in total cash management, routebased secure logistics and payment solutions including cashin-transit, ATM services and cash management services. At Brink’s our culture of continuous improvement is supported by a global team dedicated to providing exceptional customer support. Brink’s Cash Services Ireland provide cash management solutions for retail, hospitality and high street business, cash processing for financial institutions and turnkey solutions for everything in between.
slate. This speaks to their skill in crafting compelling narratives and visually captivating content both commercially and creatively that resonates with audiences of all backgrounds. The Frame It Productions team are known for their lateral thinking and innovative approach to video production. They believe it is important to think divergently and bring new perspectives to their projects which ensures that they produce content that is not only visually impressive but also resonates deeply with viewers. This approach keeps their work relevant and engaging, contributing to their ongoing success in the industry. For more information or to enquire further about their services , you can visit their website and social media platforms : https:// linktr.ee/frameitproductions
Tulfarris Hotel Tulfarris Hotel & Golf Resort is delighted to announce its new dining offering, new bedrooms, and contemporary new entrance as part of an ongoing refurbishment programme implemented by Mayrange Hospitality, the new owners of the 210-acre, 98-bedroom resort in Co. Wicklow. There are further additions and enhancements in the offing, with work on a new spa and treatment rooms, the installation of tennis courts and complete renovation to the Manor House planned. The refurbishments complement the stellar golf offering which Tulfarris Hotel & Golf Resort is renowned for.
Frame It Productions’ portfolio also includes creative projects that have garnered awards and recognition at both local and international festivals. Their current creative projects include developing documentaries , concept scripts and a feature film
Elevate Marketing is a full-service marketing agency based in Naas, County Kildare. Started in 2019, the agency’s strength lies not only in its expanding portfolio of clients but also in its steadfast commitment to delivering impactful results. The key services that are offered through Elevate Marketing are Website Development, Social Media Management, Branding and Marketing services. Not only a digital agency, they have also provided clients with support on more traditional methods of advertising from billboards and signage across Dublin, to Radio and Newspaper campaigns as well to maximise results for each campaign. Each client is assessed individually so that the best solutions can be recommended. We have all heard of the saying, half my marketing works, I just don’t know which half, which is why Elevate Marketing works to make sure clients get treated to no jargon marketing campaigns that are backed by analytics and results. Ruth Murphy talks to clients on a oneto-one basis with no speil and makes sure that clients are up to date at every step of the process. Customer services are at the core of everything at Elevate Marketing from their own clients to their clients, customers.
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There are four self-catering properties available for shortterm hire, perfect for family holidays, tourist accommodation, golfing, wedding, or corporate groups, with guests enjoying use of the hotel and resort amenities. The popular Tulfarris Hotel & Golf Resort lakeside golf course designed by Patrick J. Merrigan, is set over three peninsulas offering breathtaking lakeside views. The Tulfarris Golf Academy is one of the best in the country with a six bay, flood lit driving range, outdoor teeing zone, putting green and chipping area and dedicated teaching bay. Using Trackman technology, the Tulfarris Golf Club PGA professional Tom O’Neill, can provide lessons to golfers of any level from beginner to elite. In addition to the golf offering, there are plenty of nearby activities to enjoy from lakeside sports, boat trips, kayaking, and fishing; to falconry, and a visit to Russborough House, guided hikes on popular routes in the Dublin and Wicklow mountains are available, and Tulfarris Hotel & Golf Resort boasts close proximity to Dublin city and Kildare Village shopping.
Recent companies Frame It productions have provided video content solutions to, have been AIB , VHI and the local enterprise office to name but a few, ranging in different services such as livestream, cookbook photography and ministerial official openings.
Elevate Marketing
as second hotel in due course and serve as an exciting second location for our leisure guests.
With each new contract, the team at Elevate Marketing will spend time to get to know how the client’s business operates, how the industry works and complete a review of their current marketing and social media set up. This enables them to make recommendations and improvements before any advertising budget is spent so no budget is ever wasted. Each touch point is important, and your business only ever gets one opportunity to make a first impression. Elevate Marketing understands the importance of adapting their marketing strategy to different business sectors. Over the last number of years, they have worked with many businesses across Ireland in the sectors of tourism, hospitality, finance, sustainability, media, horse racing, trade and transportation.
The main hotel has undergone a full redesign, unveiling a fresh, contemporary look. There is a new entrance, refurbished lobby, and grand staircase, leading to a stylish mezzanine area ideal for Afternoon Tea. Bedrooms in the hotel have been newly designed with in-room Irish Bewley’s coffee machines and the addition of the luxurious, Rituals collection of guest amenities. Under the guidance of Executive Head Chef Eddie McDermott, the new culinary addition is The Brasserie, a relaxed and social restaurant and bar, popular for a post golf debrief or gathering with friends and family. The menu offers classic favourites with contemporary dishes, vegetarian options, and a clever children’s menu. Guests of Tulfarris Hotel and Golf Resort can also enjoy the Fairways Restaurant, with breathtaking views of the Wicklow Mountains and Championship Golf Course. Offering a delicious menu of contemporary Irish cuisine made using local ingredients sourced from Irish producers and organic where possible.
A popular location for conferencing and company events, due to its convenient location, within easy distance from Dublin city and airport, and just 20 minutes drive from the N7 at Naas, Tulfarris Hotel & Golf Resort offers bespoke and experienced conferencing and corporate event for up to 300 attendees. Refurbished conferencing and event rooms have been upgraded to feature the latest conferencing, wireless and Polycom technology, and large remotely connected TV screens. The Mayrange Hospitality Group, owners of the five-star Sheen Falls Lodge and Castlemartyr Resort, Trinity Town House, and the Ring of Kerry Golf Club, announced the addition of Tulfarris Hotel & Golf Resort to its property portfolio in January this year. Located in scenic Blessington, Co. Wicklow, this is the fifth Irish property and the third Irish golfing venue within the group, owned by Dr. Stanley Quek and Peng Loh who have deep personal connections to Ireland.
The four-star resort also consists of the 18th century Manor House, which is home to seven opulent bedroom suites, reception rooms, a bar and library. Currently used for private hire for weddings and corporate events, there are exciting plans in place to completely refurbish the entire Manor House, restoring the bar and reception rooms to its classic 18th century style whist ensuring all modern facilities are in place to meet the needs of modern guests. The Manor House will be opened
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Clark
Celebrating 25 years in business.
A note from our MD and founder, Deirdre Coghlan-Murray
The idea for Clark was born in Brisbane Australia in the mid ‘90s. I was working for a world wide recruitment company called Drake and with 2 young children, wanted to be closer to family and was thinking of coming back to Ireland. What would a good name be for a recruitment company? Drake had done research into strong brand names back in the late 1950’s and the name Drake came about because the strongest brands at the time were one syllable words with a “K” – think Nike or Coke. And so, Clark was born. It came to be a reality in 1998 when Clark Recruitment set up office in a humble premises just off main street Naas. The plan was a simple but well thought out one: To provide a global standard recruitment service to a local business community which would enable a work-life balance for people in the world of work. 1998 was the era when fax machines still played a part in communication, when cheques were the standard form of payment and when the phones rang continuously. Email was just starting to become part of how we communicate. It was before the Celtic tiger and Clark built a business based on solid honest working relationships, heaps of energy and a “can-do” approach. By 2001, We had outgrown our little office space, despite taking on more offices across the laneway and we made the brave move to renovate what was a residential house on Johns Lane into what became Clark House and ultimately The Atrium. Our business grew during the Celtic tiger years and also proved its resilience in the dot-com bubble burst of 2001. By 2008 we were punching well above our weight and had built a strong reputation as a quality service provider in both temporary and permanent recruitment in the Leinster region – the world was our oyster. And then the economic crash happened and our resilience and creativity were put to the test. Between 2008 and 2013 we re-invented ourselves, we developed new services and worked like hell to survive. Cashflow was king and there were many weeks when we held our breath for payments to come in on time so we could pay our own creditors and of course our staff.
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During these years, Clark Managed Services was born and our Executive coaching and development service was conceived. In 2015, we could see light at the end of the tunnel and our strategy was once again about growth and not just surviving. By 2019 we were soaring as a business having won some lucrative contracts which gave us great visibility to future recurring revenue. We had 3 strongly performing business areas: Recruitment & Selection, Managed Services and Executive Coaching & Development . We were excited and our growth was on a serious trajectory. 2020 got off to a flying start and then – Bang – Corona virus or Covid 19 hit and it was all about survival. The words pivot, remote and blended working, virtual meetings, became part of our everyday vocabulary. The governments of the world introduced schemes to help people and businesses survive. Clark, like most people and businesses in Ireland and around the world had to dig very deep. Luckily, our resilience tank was full, well-tuned and our survival instinct was very much alive. 2020 and 2021 were extremely difficult years and required us to think on our feet, be extremely agile and pull together as a team to do what we could do for one another and for our community. The world of work would never be the same again. By 2022, remote working and blended working arrangements were the norm, zoom was part of our everyday business language and by 2023, Ireland was at full employment. Our core role is still to find great people for great business’s.
So on reflection, what is it that enabled us to survive – and to thrive - over the last 25years? Firstly, its our people. Our own team. The commitment, the energy, the desire to do a great job and the genuine interest in helping our clients and candidates realise their potential. Over 25 years of business, we have employed many people – several who have returned to work with us after career changes or family breaks – the tenure of most of our team is exceptional particularly for the recruitment consultancy industry - We have always encouraged people to grow and develop and continue to invest in our team. Secondly , it’s our processes – having very solid foundations based on delivering a quality service which can be flexible, adaptable and always reliable. Finding a way to deliver what’s needed while having integrity and embracing technology to enable us to deliver. Having an ISO standard has supported us and enabled us to compete against far bigger competitors – and win! Thirdly, it’s our passion. Always looking for new opportunities, always wanting to improve, always believing that we have something different to offer and always’ s striving to over deliver. Essentially always looking to punch above our weight and be at our very best. Our longstanding relationships with the business community in Co. Kildare and beyond, our ability to attract and retain great people and our recognition by our governing body as being the best in our field are all testament to what we believe in: Being leaders in our field by providing a global standard of service to the business community which enables a work-life balance for people.
Deirdre CoghlanMurray, MD and Stephen Farrell-OCallaghan Director of People, Recruitment & Outsourced Solutions
Here’s to the next 25 years and all it brings! “Two and a half decades of dedication, innovation, and perseverance have woven the tapestry of our success. As we celebrate 25 years in business, we cherish the memories of our humble beginnings and embrace the endless possibilities that lie ahead. With gratitude to our loyal customers, committed team, and unwavering belief in our mission, we stand tall, stronger, and ready to embark on the next 25 years of excellence.” 17
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All of the improvements and redevelopments of the Estate have been completed under the watchful eye of Group General Manager Jerry Power. Jerry has seen Palmerstown House Estate go from a stand alone entity through to Comer Group Hotels expanding to incorporate The Glashaus Hotel, The Shearwater Hotel and The Ellison Hotel. Jerry has been a listening ear to all of those passing through the estate in its 10-year history, and has combined feedback, suggestions and his and the team’s vision to bring Palmerstown to its current glory. Pivotal to this success has been engaging as the host venue to Large Festival’s and summer concert series and not forgetting hosting one of the countries best Christmas Experience’s in Santas House Express. Palmerstown has greeted dining parties from 2 to 1200 and feedback on food and service does not waiver, in the past few weeks the Estate has received an Excellence in Service award from the Irish Hotel Awards following a secret shopper inspection. While is no secret the hospitality sector has struggled of late with staff, Palmerstown has retained its core team and has been able to expand to adapt to growing business needs.
Palmerstown House Estate recently celebrated 10 years under the Banner of Comer Group Ireland, and while the sophisticated façade remains unchanged the wheels of change have been in motion on an almost permanent basis. These changes include our parent company launching its entire hospitality division of Comer Group Hotels in 2018. Like all business in our industry Palmerstown House Estate has faced significant challenges in recent years but made the choice to stand up, adapt and diversify to the needs of our customers and potential customers. The Manor House built in 1872 has played host in its lifetime to aristocrats both domestic and international. It was the backdrop to the work of the Earl of Mayo all the way to the base for Anne BullittBiddle’s Stud Farm. It was here she bread many winners, becoming the first licenced female horse trainer in Ireland. Among these winners was Sindon, bread by Biddle who went on to win the 1958 Irish Derby and who lends his name to Sindon’s Bar and Restaurant the champion of the Clubhouse. Today the Manor House plays host to an abundance of guests from both the Leisure, Event and Corporate worlds. The estates location and onsite facilities and scope grasps the attention of those from all corners of the globe. Set on 900 acres, the immediate grounds of
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the Manor include formal manicured side gardens, a large oblong green field to the rear and a network of charming walks to the walled garden, estate roadways and clubhouse. Inside, the House boasts an attractive foyer and onwards to the Main Hall. The main hall is by nature the main thoroughfare of the building, but includes a bespoke and concealed bar and is encapsulated by the Glass Dome ceiling and Waterford Crystal Chandelier. In addition to the hall the ground floor has 3 interconnecting drawing rooms and a selection of the 22 bedrooms. With a commercial kitchen, bistro space and billiards room at basement level this historic home lacks nothing but the details and imagination of our bookers. The Manor was sympathetically refurbished in the opening weeks of 2020 with each bedroom individual in style and space.
The Overhauls didn’t end with the Manor house however, the clubhouse has seen some impressive new developments of its own. In this building you will find the dedicated Pro Shop, from which our golf Pros are at hand, as well as a full range of equipment and golf wear. There are a number of event spaces on different levels of the clubhouse, each bosting views of the 18th green and including direct access to the outdoors. This we have found is imperative to our Meeting and Event clients. On the ground floor the Amato Suite and Boardroom were both upgraded to react to this and a spacious patio was incorporated. The plenary space on the top floor, the High Chaparral, leads out to a large balcony space and seats up to 200 dining guests inside. Both the Amato and High Chaparral can be set to the style befitting the event and can be catered for in room or in the Bar and Restaurant. As previously mentioned Sindon’s Bar and Restaurant gained its name from the estates history and is the biggest revamp. The whole space was flipped on its head and rebranded in 2021, the inclusion of our luxury booth seating has made a dramatic impact on business in the space. Throughout the process of the fitout our loyal members were not forgotten, the Snug is exclusively for their benefit. Once again Sindon’s opens out to a large open terrace viewing the 18th green and beyond, unique to this level is an automated glass weather shield space. Last but not least is 58 @ Sindon’s , a cosy lounge perfect for Coffee and Chats or Afternoon Tea, early booking is strongly recommended in this space in particular.
Golf course upgrades regularly gave rise to ambition to redesign the 10th Hole and provide golfers with a challenging midway highlight, the 10th Island Green. Some of our best feedback has been referring to the feature as the “Irish Sawgrass”. The 10th Island Green was revealed on April 28th 2021 – a significant reopening date during the Covid Pandemic. But we didn’t stop there, and one of the finest additions was opened last summer, a 14 Covered Bay Trackman Driving range. with Trackman in every bay. And for the inclement weather, each bay is heated, and the range is floodlight for the winter months, leaving no reason not to try. Palmerstown and the team have no time for pause after a busy summer. Sunday lunch is booked out weekly, corporate booking season is upon us and 2024 Golf Membership just over the horizon the Estate looks to a busy and bright future.
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ISSUE 11 - November 2023 Performance specifications and design aesthetics are most important when it comes to commercial interior solutions. Over time we have developed solutions for the Corporate, Hospitality, HealthCare and Education sectors of our market. Over the years we have built our team now employing 50 or thereabouts directly with a solid pool of sub-contract partners who’ve grown with us. Staff include professionals in estimating, technical support, contracts management and project management who strive to consistently deliver projects on schedule and within budget. Strong business relationships have been built over the years by consistently delivering projects in line with schedule, and outperforming competitors. The hard work is winning specifications with Architects & Designers. The industry is highly competitive and we continue to lead the way by maintaining close ties and innovating. As we have built the business we have seen the Tech bubble burst in 2000 which was followed too soon by the ‘great’ crash in 2008. As I said then I won’t be around for the next one.
Michael Clarke
Managing Director Tell us a bit about yourself? I’m originally from South Dublin and moved across to Naas some seven years ago. While I’m from Dublin it was an easy move as my Mum’s family are from Kildare and with the office in Baldonnell it’s very convenient. As a Business Graduate, having studied Commerce in UCD, I was always interested in Entrepreneurship and starting my own business. This I did in 1994, setting up Walls to Workstations (W2W) with Gerry Whelan. I’m an avid reader with a broad interest in business, economics and history generally as well as science and management though for a change of pace (or distraction on holidays!) a detective or spy novel breaks things up. I stay active these days either at my home gym or sailing with my younger children at the very scenic Blessington lake. Tell us a bit about what W2W do? Tell us a bit about what W2W do? Walls to Workstations is a specialist provider of commercial interior solutions comprising three divisional areas - Furniture, Glazing & Acoustics, and Contract Flooring. Our key Partners in each area are International, industry leading Brands and generally longstanding players in each sector. We have our strongest market position in glazing, and glazed partitions, with our partner Optima, established over many years. This Division is ably led by my colleague and Director, Stuart Ramsden. Following the very challenging period after the ‘crash’ in 2008 having suffered a serious contraction, and redundancies, in the business we had the opportunity to develop our structural glazing projects as Contractor relationships deepend and order value opportunities increased.
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Our Furniture Division promotes a curated portfolio of industry leading Brands including our recently announced partnership with Bene, a leading brand for innovation in design and manufacturing processes. Their automated factory space in Austria is outstanding. We also recently invested in GreyFox Design, a wholly owned Irish company, research led, and with a focus on human design and manufacturing its own collection of collaborative furniture. We are very proud to be recognised as a “Great Place to Work” as we have worked hard to build Trust both externally in the market and internally with our Teams. We have a very keen focus on operational excellence which is reflected in ongoing innovation and recognised with ISO Certifications. Contract Flooring is our smallest division, we are the sole distributor for Shaw Contract Flooring. You set up the company in 1994, with the company going from strength to over the years, tell us a bit about that? You set up the company in 1994, with the company going from strength to over the years, tell us a bit about that? Yes we set up the company in 1994, and the initial 2 - 3 years might be characterised as a period of ‘guerilla warfare’ where we were reacting to the collapse of our “best laid plans” and working hard on any established relationships to secure business and keep the company going. As myself and Gerry had already accumulated some 10 years in the furniture market we were fortunate to have developed those relationships that stood the test of time and got us through those turbulent start up years.In time we anchored the business developing relationship with key (international) partners who excelled in the industry enabling us to build a professional, specification led profile.
While this was an extremely low point for construction and design professionals, one the construction sector has yet to fully recover from, we managed to contain redundancies to 40% of staff - as against the 60-70% suffered by the industry generally. Thankfully at that point we had grown our balance sheet sufficiently to us through what was a 6 year recovery cycle while keeping as many staff as we could afford to. This left us in good shape then to take advantage of the recovery as it started to take shape in 2013 to 2016. From there we have grown and developed our Team investing in the best talent which has underpinned the growth in our business to date. Having passed the €20m mark we are focused on the diversification of the business going forward. What’s next as you look forward? Well for one thing, continued Membership of the Kildare Chamber. While our business is on the border with Dublin I’ve found the professionalism and network engendered in the Chamber is second to none. The business investment in the County is also remarkable given that it is on Dublin’s doorstep. We were delighted to work on the recently opened ‘’Merits Hub’’, in Naas Kildare. As we look forward, critically, what has come into view is the issue of succession planning. Whatever about the next 5 years, we have to plan for and develop the team to take the business forward from there. By no means are we discounting our involvement in the business however, we must have developed a Team that can run things independently during that time. There are, and will be, though, no shortage of other challenges. Corporate Real Estate and particularly offices are reeling following the Pandemic with further stress being applied by an inflationary environment that’s driving Central Banks around the world to continue to raise interest rates. The Tech sector, a key driver of growth, is contracting. While the shape, and ‘look and feel’ of the office will continue to change it will not be counted out. Studies suggest the very large projects from previous years will decrease in prevalence, and the number of medium and smaller projects will increase, as company’s lease smaller spaces, and demand for flexible leases increase. We expect certain trends in the commercial interior space to further
develop, those being Hybrid Working, Flexibility, Adaptability, and of course Sustainability and we continue to develop our solutions to respond accordingly. Our Brand, as the provider of Trusted Interior Solutions, is a foundation we have carefully set down. It is to provide a value framework for our business and our relationships both internally and externally. When you consider that your reputation may always balance on the last job you have to encourage and strive for high standards but above all you must develop Trust. Studies show the main reason employees go to the office is to collaborate with their colleagues. However not everyone works the same, and employees want flexible solutions from their office space that allow for various ways of working, from collaboration spaces, to quiet rooms and dedicated concentration spaces. Optimising the use of space while minimising density and overcrowding, incorporating natural lighting, high acoustics, and breakout spaces throughout the office all contribute to employee well being. Climate action is at the forefront today. Is sustainability an important part of W2W’s ethos? As we’ve seen this year, more than ever before, Climate change is real. Climate Action is needed, urgently. While Governments around the world move slowly to coordinate efforts our (carbon) targets slip back. On the other hand, the Corporate world and certainly, Corporate America, is committing to change as is the Design Community. In addition, an opportunity we are seeing for Corporate Real Estate is the focus on the redevelopment of 2nd Generation, and older, stock; an imperative for Landlords and Investors alike. As companies continue to increase their commitments to sustainability, sustainable office design will play an even more pivotal role in our projects going forward. We aim to use sustainable materials, repurpose and recycle products, and manage energy consumption to minimise our environmental impact wherever possible. From an operations standpoint we have already significantly reduced our carbon footprint by switching to Led lighting, 20% of our motor fleet is now electric and we aim to be Net Carbon in the future.
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Upcoming Events HR Support Webinar - “HR and Employment Law Updates”
Members, join us for this webinar in collaboration with our Strategic HR Partners, Adare Human Resource Management who are the leading experts in Employment Law, Industrial Relations and best practice Human Resource Management. 7th September ¦ 10am – 11am ¦ Zoom Complimentary, Member Only Event
OPEN DAY – Chamber Network Morning Open to members and non-members. Come learn the benefits of being a Chamber member and how we can support you and your business. Meet other like-minded business people, promote your brand/ offering & grow your business. 27th September ¦ 8am – 9:30am ¦ County Kildare Chamber Offices, Naas Complimentary Event
Business After Hours at Barberstown Castle Members, join us for this ‘Business After Hours’ event in the beautiful surroundings of Barberstown Castle, where the team will give a presentation and a tour of the fabulous facilities. Tea/ Coffee & refreshments on arrival. Numbers limited, book early to avoid disappointment. 28th September ¦ 5pm – 6:30pm ¦ Barberstown Castle, Straffan Complimentary, Member Only Event
Corporate Partners Dinner at Dáil Éireann Corporate partners; Join us for an exclusive private dining experience in Dáil Éireann. Meet with various Ministers, TD’s and other Chamber corporate partners. Numbers are limited, strictly one person per corporate member company. 18th October ¦ 7pm @ Leinster House Corporate Partners Only Event
HR Round Table with Sharon Whitehead, Group Vice President of Human Resources at Smurfit Kappa plc To support the thinking, reflection, sharing of ideas and best practices and planning, County Kildare Chamber in partnership with Adare Human Resource Management are facilitating a number of HR Roundtable opportunities for Senior HR Leaders and HR Directors. Topic TBC. Criteria to attend: • Current member of County Kildare Chamber • Experienced HP practitioner working in business with 20+ employees
19th October ¦ 9:30am – 11:30am ¦ Venue TBC Complimentary, Member Only Event
Business After Hours at Irish Dog Foods Members, join us for this unique opportunity, a ‘Business After Hours’ event at Irish Dog Foods, where the team will give a presentation and a site tour. Tea/ Coffee & refreshments on arrival. Numbers limited, book early to avoid disappointment.
19th October ¦ 5pm – 6:30pm ¦ Irish Dog Foods, Naas Complimentary, Member Only Event
Kildare Business Awards 2023 This year’s Kildare Business Awards, Powered by EirGrid, takes place on Friday 17th November in Killashee Hotel. Join us for a drink’s reception, followed by a 4-course meal and live music from Pink Champagne. The Business Awards celebrate the best in business and is open to members of County Kildare Chamber - start-up businesses, emerging businesses, SME’s right up to our large indigenous and multi nationals in the county.
17th November ¦ 7pm @ Killashee Hotel, Naas Tickets €150 + VAT pp ¦ Table of Ten €1500 + VAT
For more information, and to book into the above events, visit our website www.countykildarechamber.ie/events, or call our offices on 045 894 074.
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Accountancy & Tax Services
Grant Thornton KPMG Price Waterhouse Coopers Brennan & O Reilly Accountants Clinton Higgins Chartered Accountants Conway, Conway & Co HTH Accountants John P Greely & Company Kealy Mehigan Accountants Malone & Co Accountants Mark Graham & Co Chartered Management Accountants My Debt Solution O?KellySutton Chartered Accountants O’Neill & Brennan Quinlan and Co Accountants S. C. Dunne & Co Taxkey The Leinster Partnership Wallace O’Donoghue
Accountants
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Car/ Van Hire/ Lease/ Sales Sheehy Motor Group Go Rentals Joe Mallon Motors Toyota Naas
Catering Supplier Catering 365
Charity
Barretstown KARE Teach Tearmainn
Cleaning and Hygiene Provider
Caterclean Ecokem Premiere Catering and Hygiene Products
Cold Storage Solutions
Dawsongroup TCS Ireland Ltd
Conference and Accommodation
Grant Thornton
Maynooth Campus Conference & Accommodation
Agri Tech
Construction
Terra Nutritech
Agriculture
Robinson Farms
Air Conditioning Crystal Air
Architecture
Demesne Architects Dooley Cummins Architects & Engineers
Arts/ Theatre/ Cinema Odeon Cinema Moat Theatre Riverbank Arts Centre
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Bank
AIB Bank of Ireland Permanent TSB
Business Centre
Ballymore Group Boston Access Limited Killross Properties Ampack Ltd Crylock Developments Ltd Glenveagh Homes Homes By Design Mick O’Shea Heating & Plumbing Ltd Quattuor Developments Limited Tradecraft Building Products Ltd
Consultancy
Amberley & Associates AuxiliaGroup Bruce McCormack Consulting CiviQ Complinet Enable Me Coaching En-Route Consulting Galileo Energy Services IP Asset JAH - Business Operations Specialist Jigsaw Better Business Paul Murtagh Business Consulting PsycReality Skillsvista Sontai Data Solutions Vulcan Consulting Ltd
Corporate Branding CarveOn Limited
Corporate Gifts NearlySisters Ltd
Credit Union
Croi Laighean Credit Union Life Credit Unionn
CRM Systems Provider Cloud Technology Limited Monread CRM
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Dentist
Boyne Dental
Distillery
Powerscourt Distillery Limited
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E Commerce
Otals Pangea Media Ltd
Education
KWETB Maynooth University St. Patricks College Maynooth Leah Moran Stage School and Productions LTD Learn International Education Consultants Ltd Leinster Senior College
Electrical Services
Netherbrook Ltd RGN Electrical & Communications Specialist
Engineering
Endress+Hauser Murphy Ireland Powercomm Engineering LTD
Enterprise Park
Kildare Innovation Campus Millennium Park Palm Logistics Clane Project Centre Ladytown Business Park
Newbridge Business Centre
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Equine
Irish Equine Centre BBA Ireland Ltd Horse Racing Ireland Irish National Stud & Gardens
Equipment Supplier/ Hire Haven Hire Loading and Lifting Solutions Pumpwatch Superior Pipeline Products Ltd The Buggyman Ltd
Estate Agents
Brophy Farrell Real Estate Alliance Coonan Property Jordan Auctioneers O’Neill & Co Remax Partners ¦ Bryan Little Sherry Fitzgerald Brady O’Flaherty Sherry Fitzgerald O’Reilly - Naas
Events
52nd Street Band/ John Forde Piano Man All Events Audiovisual Follow Fox Events (VEMS) Mondello Park Mongey Communications
Food & Beverage
33 South Main Coghlans Artisan Bakery Grey Cuckoo Farm Indie Spice Grill Kavanagh’s Bar Lemongrass Lock 13 Brewpub The Nude Wine Company Urban Kitchen Wine Lab Bergin Family Butchers
Food Producer
O’Brien Fine Foods Queally Group Taste of Goodness
Funeral Directors
Murphy Brothers Funeral Directors Oliver Reilly Funeral Directors
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Garden/ Outdoor Area Supplier Sanctuary Synthetics
Gas Networks
Gas Networks Ireland
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Facilities Management
Advanced Workplace Solutions Elite Maintenance
Family Tree Design
ADOS Genealogy & Design
Finance
Bibby Financial Services Close Brothers Commercial Finance Grenke Tameric Investments
Financial Advice
House of Finance Your Finance Mojo Finance The Money Advisers
Financial Services
Brink’s Cash Services (Ireland) Ltd FACE Credit Consultacy Ger Brady Financial Traction Finance Verity Financial Consultants Ltd
Fitness
Infinity Hot Yoga Ltd K Leisure
Government Agency
Eirgrid Plc IDA Ireland LEO Kildare Cill Dara Le Gaeilge Local Employment Service Network
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Health & Safety
EFAST EMS Essential Health and Safety Training and Consultancy Ltd
Health & Wellbeing
Deep Health Wild Poppy Wellbeing Emporium
Healthcare
Lifeline Ambulance Services UPMC Kildare Hospital Elm Hall Nursing Home Homecare Solutions
Home/ Office Interiors
Gannon Office Solutions Wall to Workstations T&I Fitouts Ltd Vyvyan Byrne Interior Design
Hospitality
Palmerstown House Estate & Golf Club
Hotel
Barberstown Castle Kilkea Castle Killashee Hotel Osprey Hotel The K Club The Westgrove Hotel Tulfarris Hotel & Golf Resort Clanard Court Hotel Court Yard Hotel Glenroyal Hotel & Leisure Club Lawlor’s of Naas Maudlins House Hotel Moyvalley Hotel & Golf Resort The Keadeen Hotel
Human Resources
Adare Human Resource Management Curran HR Consultancy Limited Kala Management Solutions Limited Peninsula
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Maintenance
Action Chimney Escalator and Lift Services
Manufacturing
American Fruits and Flavors Ireland DAC Etex Group KDP Ireland MGS MFG Group Ash Technologies Atlantic Bitumen Labplan Profile Systems Rampower Ventac and Company Limited
Marketing
Elevate Marketing
Medical
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Information Technology
Intel Kendlebell Naas Equine MediRecord Hereworks Technology Limited INIT iPing IT Services ITM VEI Global VM Group Zinon IT Solutions FANUC Ireland
Inspection and Verification SGS Ireland Limited
Insurance
Arachas Corporate Insurance Brokers J F Dunne Insurances Dooley Insurances Murray Spelman Insurance & Finance
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Law Firm Matheson
Logistics
Oman-BeverlySmyth Elsatrans Ltd Tansey Transport
Blackberry Hearing International Medical Information Limited Magnet Medical Solutions
Mortgage Provider
EBS - Drumcondra Gerry Cuffe Financial Services Ltd
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Office Space Provider Business Barn
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Pharmaceutical Pfizer
Photography/ Videography Frame It Productions Annalee Delaney Photography Celtic Photography Green Road Media & Film Media Milk Tadhg Nathan Photography Tony Gavin Photography
Print Solutions
Character Print Solutions EMS Copiers Managed Print Solutions Printscan Support Services Ltd Punctual Print Studio Print
Product Sourcing Made Personal
Property Management
Naas Property Management
Public Relations
Solicitors
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Sport
Big Picture Communications
Quantity Surveyor
Lambert Surveyors Limited
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Racecourse
Punchestown Racecourse The Curragh Racecourse Naas Racecourse
Recruitment QLM Search
Recruitment Services
Clark Recruitment Flexsource Solutions/ CPL Osborne Recruitment Sparktel Teamworx
Renewable Energy
Green Generation Ltd Evergreen Agricultural Enterprises Limited EVHACS MSM Renewables Ltd Off Your Grid
Retail
Aldi Colourtrend Kildare Village Newbridge Silverware Cross Retail Group Dalys Pharmacy Diamonds & Pearls E&G Cutting Blades Ltd Monread Fare (Lidon Group) Powell Vodafone Applegreen
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Security/ Security Systems Manguard Plus
Signage Provider Element Creative
Software Solutions WrxFlo
Solicitors
Blasco Solicitors and Notary Public Coonan Cawley Solicitors Coonan Morgan Solicitors Hammerstones Solicitors Hanahoe & Hanahoe Solicitors
Osbornes Solicitors Patrick J Farrell and Company Solicitors Stephen Walsh & Co. Solicitors Whitethorn Legal Kildare GAA Klub Kildare/KDUL Millicent Members Golf Club
StartUp Support MERITS
Steel Stockholders RFL Steel
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Taste and Nutrition Solutions Kerry
Telecomms
LogMeIn Ireland Ltd
National Broadband Ireland Ltd (Deployment)
Tourism
Celtic Horizon Tours Fairways and FunDays Race and Stay
Training/ Coaching/ Mentoring
ActionCOACH Babogue Ltd Cenit Group Discovery Playtime Edel Walsh Coaching and Consulting Ladybird Driving School Martinstown Lodge Soft Skill Success The Dennison Training Academy Turas Nua
Travel Agency Freedom Travel
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Veterinary Practice MyVet
Voluntary Group Naas Tidy Town
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Warehouse Solutions Jungheinrich
Web Design
Graphedia
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New Members Applegreen Irish to the Core Applegreen is proud to be an Irish Company. From Humble beginnings in 1992, Applegreen started with the opening of our first service station in Ballyfermot, West Dublin. From there, under the stewardship of Chairman Bob Etchingham and CEO Joe Barrett, Applegreen expanded in Ireland and other jurisdictions, growing year on year. As of July 2023, the business operates 630 Forecourt Sites and employs c. 16,890 people across Ireland, UK and USA. To this day, Applegreen is still under the guardianship of Bob and Joe and supported by our dedicated team in our headquarters in Dublin. Applegreen has been trading in County Kildare since 1996 and currently operates 9 forecourt service stations, together with its National Distribution Centre based in Celbridge, the company directly employs over 350 people from all corners of Kildare. www.applegreenstores.com
FANUC Ireland The FANUC Corporation is one of the worldwide leaders in factory automation for CNC control systems, robots and production machinery (ROBODRILL, ROBOCUT and ROBOSHOT). Since 1956, FANUC is the pioneer in the development of numerically controlled machines in the automation industry. With 271 FANUC locations worldwide and more than 8,000 employees, FANUC offers a dense network in sales, technical support, research & development, logistics and customer service. www.fanuc.eu
Boyne Dental At our Boyne Dental clinics in Maynooth, Dunshaughlin and Navan we are dedicated to providing our patients with high quality dental care, in a professional, friendly and modern environment. Our newly built Maynooth practice offers a full range of dental treatments provided by highly qualified dentists using the latest technologies. Whether you want to whiten your teeth, enquire about Invisalign or replace a missing tooth for a smile that can improve quality of life by restoring function and confidence, we will listen to you. We are conscious of your time and value your custom. Our extended opening hours are available to encourage you to look after your oral health without having to take time off work, sports or even managing your busy home life. www.boynedental.ie
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DSG Packaging Boo Ad.pdf
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For almost 30 years, DSG Packaging / Pharmapac Ltd have been in operation in Naas, Co. Kildare, partnering with businesses throughout Ireland and the UK, looking after packing requirements in the Food, Beverage, Personal Care, Pharmaceutical, Health Care and Nutritional markets. Offering the full package, from our world class plant in Naas, Co. Kildare, we provide a comprehensive service, taking care of every step of your packing process: •
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Kitting, Picking & Packing
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Liquid Filling System
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100% Quality Inspection
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Storage – Chill & Ambient
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Labelling (generation, printing, application)
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Temperature Controlled and Monitored Storage & Packing
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Quality Control Management System
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QP Release
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DAFM (Dept. Agriculture, Food & the Marine) on-site release
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Whatever your product, however complex your packing needs, we guarantee a cost-effective, quality result that conforms to all industry standards. More than a service provider or supplier, we are committed to working with you as a dedicated partner. www.dsgpackaging.ie
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Thank You!
TO ALL OUR KILDARE CHAMBER CLIENTS FOR YOUR SUPPORT OVER THE LAST 10 YEARS.
Bernard & Sonia & ALL THE TEAM AT PUNCTUAL PRINT
! u o y t u o h it w it o d ’t We couldn DIGITAL, LITHO & WIDE FORMAT PRINTING EVENT PRINTING | EXTERIOR & INTERIOR SIGNAGE | VEHICLE GRAPHICS BRANDED MERCHANDISE | BRANDED WORKWEAR | COMMERCIAL PRINTING POINT OF SALE | IN-HOUSE GRAPHIC DESIGN
Blessington Business Park, Unit 1K, Blessington, Co. Wicklow, W91 Y821.
Call 045 865133 or visit punctualprint.com
