Chamber Awards 2020: Cork Chamber named ‘Chamber of the Year’
Cork Chamber was today (2 July 2020) awarded the title of ‘Chamber of the Year’ at the Chambers Ireland annual Chamber Awards, sponsored by Zurich. The Awards seek to recognise the outstanding work of Chambers throughout the country while providing a national platform for Chambers to share and promote how they continue to be active and excel in developing initiatives, events, campaigns and further activities that contribute to their Chamber locality and wider geographic region.
Siobhan Kinsella, President of Chambers Ireland said,
“It is brilliant that we have this opportunity to celebrate the winners of this year’s Chamber Awards. I am delighted to be able to congratulate Cork Chamber today for winning the Award of ‘Chamber of the Year’.
The Chamber Awards are a celebration of the work of local Chambers and putting the local businesses that they represent at the heart of their communities.
These Awards share a perspective on the work and active engagement that each Chamber puts in with their local communities, amidst ongoing challenges and highlights the standards of excellence the Chamber network establishes as a whole in supporting local business nationwide.
As well as today’s Award win for Cork Chamber, I’d like to commend all of the winners of this year’s Chamber Awards for their efforts.
Congratulations once again to Cork Chamber on being awarded the accolade of ‘Chamber of the Year’.”
Conor Healy, CEO of Cork Chamber on receiving the award stated that,
“I am truly delighted and proud to accept this award on behalf of all at Cork Chamber. The Chamber membership, committees, board and President all contribute hugely to the overall success of the organisation and that synergy of volunteerism with our professional team is essential.
2019 was a milestone for the Chamber celebrating 200 years of Championing Cork and 2020 is an exceptional year for us all for very different reasons, but the spirit of Cork Chamber members has empowered a steadfast ambition for the region.”
Mr Healy highlighted that “Through both positive and challenging circumstances my colleagues at Cork Chamber have proven to be exemplary professionals, with a dedication to our members and the organisation that goes above and beyond. They should rightly be proud to have their achievements lauded here today.
It is a time of change and though there remain some uncertainties, our members can be assured that they have the support of a Chamber at the top of its game.”
Paula Cogan, President of Cork Chamber on the announcement said that,
“It is a great honour for Cork Chamber to receive this national award and recognition from Chambers Ireland and sponsors Zurich for the work we do. We thank our members and many stakeholder partners, whose vibrancy, energy and drive has built the excellent reputation of our city region, and we are committed to building a sustainable and resilient economic future for all.
I would like to recognise the work of my board colleagues and the excellent team at the Chamber led by CEO Conor Healy for their outstanding contribution, duly recognised with this award.”
Congratulating Cork Chamber, Colm Blake, Head of Insurance Marketing at Zurich Ireland commented,
“Zurich is delighted to continue our support for the annual Chamber Awards. These awards showcase the important work the Chamber network is doing to support businesses of all sizes and sectors across the country. They celebrate the innovation, ingenuity and resilience shown by Chambers and their members, attributes needed in business more than ever.”
There were six awards presented in addition to the overall ‘Chamber of the Year’ award. The full list of winners for each of the awards categories is as follows:
Chamber of the Year
Cork Chamber
Event of the Year
Northern Ireland Chamber of Commerce and Industry
NI Chamber Annual Networking and Business Showcase 2019
Most Innovative Project
Dublin Chamber
Dublin’s Global Reputation
Most Successful Policy Campaign
Galway Chamber
Get Galway Moving
Local Authority Collaboration
County Carlow Chamber
Chamber Trade Connections Export to Netherlands Programme
Best Membership Initiative
Drogheda & District Chamber
Drogheda Chamber ‘Fit-Biz’
Best Chamber Marketing Campaign
Cork Chamber
Cork Chamber’s Bicentenary Celebrations
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For further information contact Gabriel Doran, Chambers Ireland on 01 400 4331, 086 6081605 or email gabriel.doran@chambers.ie
Further Notes
Chamber Awards
The Chamber Awards seek to recognise the outstanding work of Chambers around the country. They are a chance for Chambers to showcase achievements in a variety of categories, from innovative projects to successful events, lobbying campaigns, collaborations with local authorities and more. The Awards were open to all affiliated Chambers across the country.
For more information please visit our website: www.chambers.ie
Judging Panel
There was a four-person judging panel made up of respected experts from across the country.