Tech Industry Alliance

Tech Industry Alliance is delighted to announce that we have officially launched Leaders Awards 2024 – Celebrating Innovation & Excellence in South West Tech 🏆👏   Celebrating 17 Years of Leadership, Excellence, and Collaboration: Tech Industry Alliance Leaders Awards 2024 will take place for the first time in County Kerry and nominations are now open. Find out more: https://lnkd.in/ejhrjkJc   This year awards ceremony will take place at the prestigious Great Southern Hotel, Killarney, on 29th November 💫   This year’s ceremony marks a pivotal moment as the awards debut in County Kerry, a region that is swiftly becoming a powerhouse of technological innovation. The decision to host the event in Kerry highlights TIA’s commitment to recognising the achievements of the entire South-West’s tech and STEM communities and the vital role that collaboration plays in driving this regional success 🚀   Read more about the official launch here: https://lnkd.in/ewjpQB7r

Delighted to announce our latest #AI feature, designed to combat #dex #informationoverload 😵💫 #MojiMap surfaces end user sentiment in a clear and engaging way to help #IT quickly see how they are doing 🦸♀️ Our unique AI capability quickly and accurately identifies 28 human emotions in unstructured text, creating topics and actions that help IT prioritise what to work on, and for which end user segments 🎯 What we 🥰love🥰 most about this is it also helps hard working IT folks feel the real appreciation they get for helping people do their jobs better 👏 Want to see more? 👀 Book a demo here: https://lnkd.in/eX5sdyW8 👈 Or reach out to me or Alan Cooney directly. 📞 ------------------------------ #cio #cto #coo #chro Tech Industry Alliance Cillian Enterprise Ireland Matt David Alan Cooney itSMF UK #itsm #itservicemanagement #itil #peoplecentricit #humancentric Andrew Dan #digitalsentiment Maggie Venus Craig Cork Chamber American Chamber of Commerce Ireland Malaikah Sam Alannah Parth Liz Brian Patrick HIT Global David Tori Lane

Kudos to Jonathan McCrea for hosting an outstanding hands-on session this morning on ‘Getting Started with AI.’ During the workshop, Jonathan shared practical tips for leveraging AI tools to drive both personal and business growth. He conducted live demonstrations, showcasing how AI can streamline administrative tasks and create expert assistants, helping to transform the way we work, plus much more 🚀 To learn more and stay updated on future sessions, visit: https://lnkd.in/eC8A_b98

This Friday 18th October Technically Write IT will be hosting a tekom Ireland event on AI Literacy that will be delivered by Siobhàn O'Leary. This practical, interactive session on AI's real-world applications and influence on the work we do daily could be very useful for Tech Industry Alliance members.   𝗔𝗜 𝗟𝗶𝘁𝗲𝗿𝗮𝗰𝘆: 𝗨𝗻𝗹𝗼𝗰𝗸 𝗜𝗻𝗻𝗼𝘃𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗣𝗿𝗼𝗱𝘂𝗰𝘁𝗶𝘃𝗶𝘁𝘆 📅18 Oct @ 17.00-19.00 📍Cork International Airport Hotel 🔗 Register Now https://lnkd.in/e3ri3mAj

Bridging the Gaps: Navigating Careers in Cybersecurity We are excited to announce a special event in collaboration with Eli Lilly and Company and WiCyS UK & Ireland! 🎉 Join us for an insightful discussion on building a successful career in cybersecurity. Whether you're a seasoned practitioner, new to the field, or considering a transition, this event will provide valuable takeaways. 💡Event Highlights: Expert Panel Discussion: Explore the evolving landscape of cybersecurity roles and the importance of diversity in this exciting field. Career Pathways: Discover diverse routes into cybersecurity, from entry-level positions to specialized roles. Networking Opportunities: Connect with industry professionals and Eli Lilly staff. Exclusive Mentorship: Participate in one-on-one career coaching sessions with our featured speaker (limited availability). 🎤 Featured Speakers: ✨ Ash H. Edmondson , AVP of Security Architecture and Engineering, Eli Lilly and Company ✨ Anila Mjeda, Lecturer of Computer Science at Munster Technological University (MTU) ✨ James Belmont, Global Talent Acquisition Partner @ TikTok 🎙️ Moderator: ✨ Agata Crowley, Community Lead for Ireland, WiCyS UK & Ireland Don’t miss this opportunity to engage with experts, gain practical advice, and explore new opportunities in cybersecurity! 🗓️ Date: October 24, 2024, 5:30 to 7:30 PM 📍 Location: The Republic Of Work, Cork, Ireland 🔗 Register Now: https://lnkd.in/ej6iCZNz #Wicys #WicysUKI Women in CyberSecurity (WiCyS), Jennifer Cox, Lynn Dohm, Laura Reilly, Zoe Mackenzie, Julie Osborne

The Tech Industry Alliance Leaders Awards Excellence in Education Award is proudly sponsored by Trend Micro. Again for this year, Trend Micro will provide the winning school with €5,000 to support STEM initiatives 💫👏 This award recognises schools that demonstrate "Excellence in Education" by fostering the development of IT skills in students and/or teachers. It will be granted to a school that showcases an outstanding technology initiative benefiting the school itself and/or the broader South West region. Nominations close this Friday, October 11, 2024. Learn more here: https://lnkd.in/gPsFqpug

Are you thinking of nominating someone for the 2024 Leaders Awards or joining us for a night of networking, celebration, and entertainment? Take a look at the highlights from our 2023 Awards Night to see what awaits: https://lnkd.in/e7PGd-ZU Tech Industry Alliance Leaders Awards could also be the perfect choice for your Christmas party. Mark your calendars and get ready for an unforgettable evening 👏 Nominations close this Friday 11th of October. Learn more👉 https://lnkd.in/gPsFqpug 📅 Date: 29th November 2024 🕖 Time: 19:00 📍 Location: Great Southern Killarney #tialeadersawards #cork #kerry #southwest #tech #technology #techsector #excellence #business #innovation Juliette Crowley | Gerry Murphy | Donagh Kiernan | Sean R. | Catherine Evans | Mary O'Donoghue | Olga Walsh | Brian Holohan | Annette Coburn | Tech Industry Alliance Skillnet | Sean McSweeney | WorkLiveKerry ( discoverkerry.com)

Get Started with AI: A hands-on workshop for Everyone, is coming to Cork at the Kingsley Hotel on the 16th October from 8:00-10:00am 👏 Join Jonathan McCrea (Newstalk /RTE / Whipsmart Media) for a hands-on, live workshop for anyone hoping to harness the power of AI programmes like ChatGPT. In this workshop, Jonathan McCrea will demonstrate how to get the most out of free or low-cost AI models that anyone can use. For example, he will show you how to (safely): 💫 Manage admin, HR and scheduling tasks 💫 Create an expert assistant that knows your business inside out 💫 Perform complex research tasks 💫 Create a better FAQ for your business knowledgebase 💫 Analyse your sales for trends and create instant visualisations 💫 Take information from one source and transform it to another 💫 Assess contracts for fairness and opportunities 💫 Create a chatbot for your business 💫 Assess competition You'll leave with your mind racing with possibilities and the tools to shape the future! Tickets are now live at: https://getstartedai.com

🌟Have you submitted a nomination for Leaders Awards? Nominations close this Friday 11th October🌟   Companies can self-nominate or nominate another organisation. Submitting a nomination is quick and easy. To find out more about each category and submit a nomination visit: https://lnkd.in/gPsFqpug Leaders Awards is an annual event recognising the leading companies in the South West region of Ireland. From global multinationals to schools and start-ups, the Leaders Awards recognise those who have showcased their unique talents in the use of technology in their respective organisations and businesses 🚀 #tialeadersawards #cork #kerry #southwest #tech #leaders #business #ict #innovation #excellence #technology #business #techsector

INTREO Employment and Support Services, from the Department of Social Protection is organising an upcoming Autumn Jobs Fair taking place on Tuesday 22nd October in the Clayton Hotel, Limerick.   This is a chance for employers to promote their business and also to avail of recruitment supports or financial incentives that will give jobseekers opportunities to learn a new career. Prior to the jobs fair which is open to the public they will host a breakfast briefing for employers starting at 9:30am, where presentations on the financial supports and various schemes that are available to employers will be provided.   Places for the event are free but limited, and they aim to make it a more targeted event by speaking with employers beforehand to understand the vacancies and competencies required for any positions they may have.   If you are interested in reserving a place for this event please email: [email protected] Juliette Crowley | Gerry Murphy | Tech Industry Alliance Skillnet