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In AmCham’s 2024 US-Ireland Business Report, ‘Building Ireland’s Transatlantic Impact’, Liam Kenny Managing Director, John Paul Construction, spoke about the challenges and opportunities for business in digital transformation, the climate crisis and building a diverse workforce. Liam said; “At John Paul Construction, every milestone is a stepping stone for the next challenge. Right now, the most pressing challenges include digital transformation, the growing climate crisis and the need for a diverse workforce that reflects our society. These are complex issues that we continue to address head on so we can succeed into the future. Technology and innovation have a major role to play here. By ensuring our teams are well versed in the latest technologies and methodologies, we can operate more efficiently and deliver greener buildings. In doing so, we not only future-proof our projects but contribute to the overall advancement of our industry. We’ve also invested heavily in cybersecurity to protect both our own systems and our clients’ valuable data. Our ESG policies are another major focus. As well as sustainability, DE&I is a strategic priority for us. Take gender representation as one example. The company’s consistent efforts to promote women in the industry mean that they now make up a significant portion of our workforce. Our DE&I efforts were recognised in 2023 with a Silver Medal in the Investors in Diversity Awards, and whilst we were pleased, we know there’s always more to be done.” You can read the full article by Liam and view the John Paul Construction advert online here https://lnkd.in/dmhTWHid #USIRL24

In AmCham’s 2024 US-Ireland Business Report: ‘Building Ireland’s Transatlantic Impact’, John Darby M.Sc. Executive Director, Lachman Consultants and Pat Day M.S. Principal Consultant, Lachman Consultants (Ireland) Limited spoke about the importance of global digitalisation and the impact that it is having MedTech and Pharmaceutical Industries. They said: “A company’s competitive edge may very well hang on its ability to integrate the technology, processes, and people into an optimised program for unique and actionable insight. This can be best placed into a strategic plan to integrate ongoing data governance maturity into the holistic digital strategy. Just focusing on the technology itself can exacerbate an already known gap with a key function within Pharma and Device companies. Across the pharmaceutical sector globally, digitalisation is happening and companies not investing in this area will quickly be behind the curve in adoption. Credible areas of successful digitalisation are being implemented in pharma and devices in targeted areas of need such as: Supply Chain monitoring and resilience; Supplier-Manufacturer digital transfer of information; Supply Chain anti-counterfeit programs. In parallel, regulators are investing in their own systems and capabilities for similar areas such as the EMA strategy to utilise AI to combat supply chain challenges (1) and the FDA’s draft guidance on assessing risks in the supply chain. (2)" You can read the full article by John and Patrick and view the advert by Lachman Consultants online here: https://lnkd.in/eNabimH5 #USIRL24

#Transport connectivity is a key requirement for strong and resilient supply-chains. In delivering key transport projects, Ireland has the opportunity to enhance its competitive edge, making travel more sustainable and accessible for talent, whilst also increasing efficiencies for business. In AmCham's Budget 2025 Submission, 'Ireland's Competitive Edge, Driving Business and Supporting Communities', AmCham outlines a number of key recommendations to enhance Ireland’s transport system with a view to supporting investment. #Budget2025 View AmCham's full Budget 2025 submission on our website here https://lnkd.in/etpmgC-3

In AmCham’s 2024 US-Ireland Business Report, Building Ireland’s Transatlantic Impact, Paul Kelleher, Site Lead and VP of Engineering, Qualcomm Cork spoke about the importance of having a significant, talented and diverse STEM workforce to progress innovation. Paul said: “A diverse pipeline of STEM professionals is vital for our continued leadership in breakthrough technologies.” “To achieve this Qualcomm Ireland has built long standing relationships and a far-spread reach when it comes to universities. Strong relationships with Irish and European universities contribute significantly in building pipelines and attracting talent. “This is where we upskill future talent. Liaising with Universities means we are preparing the engineers of tomorrow in the latest technologies and processes.” “We have seen our approach replicated elsewhere in the microelectronics ecosystem which has an even bigger impact on expanding the pipeline.” Qualcomm is also enabling its new talent to drive innovation from right here in Ireland. “Excitingly, a new initiative spearheaded by Qualcomm globally, will see Qualcomm Ireland drive Platform Enablement for Europe. Next year, six Interns will be dedicated to this programme, to be rolled out to universities in Ireland and Europe. Engineering Operations, Technical Leads and Platform Enablement Interns will liaise with the University Relations team in San Diego to utilise the Platforms to their full capacity and in turn work with universities to bring these Platforms to these campuses.” You can read the full article by Paul Kelleher and view the Qualcomm advert here: https://lnkd.in/eBf3Hw7h #USIRL24

In AmCham’s 2024 US-Ireland Business Report, ‘Building Ireland’s Transatlantic Impact’, Maja Kozak FCCA PMP, Global Credit Risk Data Solutions, Meta, spoke about the ‘sense of belonging’ that she has experienced since moving to Ireland and the opportunities she has had to “thrive” in her personal life and career. Maja said: “Somewhere along the way, I discovered my love for Ireland; the culture, the people, nature, hiking through lush, green landscapes, and the spirit of ‘ the craic’. I made lifelong friends from all over the world and built a career I never dreamed of growing up behind the Iron Curtain.” I’ve also been fortunate to engage in the local community through numerous mentoring opportunities, running an Expat support group during the pandemic, and recently assuming the role of Treasurer for the Anne Sullivan Deafblind Foundation. Maja added: “My story echoes the sentiment of many others for whom coming to Ireland is a journey marked by personal growth and a sense of belonging. Ireland is a place filled with compassion for those who find themselves here. Every day, I am reminded that home isn’t always the place we thought it would be, but often the one that welcomes us with open arms and gifts us the space to thrive.” You can read Maja’s full editorial in the Voices of the Global Irish section of AmCham’s report here https://lnkd.in/esxqZrRt #USIRL24

Fantastic news for #Galway and the #West region yesterday as PennEngineering® a global leader in innovative fastening solutions, announced the expansion of its operations at Mervue in Galway city This significant extension is set to create 70 new #jobs over the next five years, in support of the company's commitment to growth and community development. The €14 million expansion project, which involves the construction of a new building, includes a state-of-the-art technology and training centre as well as testing laboratories and customer experience centre that will enhance PennEngineering’s capacity to meet the increasing demand for its engineering fastening solutions. The new jobs created will span a variety of roles, including #manufacturing, #engineering, #training and more, offering diverse opportunities for local #talent. #WhyIreland #WhyWestNorthWest https://lnkd.in/e52xAE7F

In AmCham’s 2024 US-Ireland Business Report: ‘Building Ireland’s Transatlantic Impact, Pierre AUBRY, Senior Global Demo Release and Program Manager, Coupa Software said moving from France to Ireland to live and work is the “best decision” he has ever made. Pierre said: “Having lived 20 years of my life in a small rural city in France without ever traveling abroad, moving to Ireland in 2015 was a big jump into the unknown and the start of my ‘adult life’.” “Luckily enough I got an IT contractor job in Leixlip, which immediately made me feel at home due to the welcoming nature of the Irish people, the very diverse nationalities of the Team I was working with, and most importantly, to me, the environment which was still a small rural city, Celbridge. He said: “I am now located in Dublin, living in Ireland for approximately 9 years. And it is definitely the best decision I have ever made in my life.” #USIRL24 You can read Pierre's full contribution in the Voices of the Global Irish section of AmCham's Business Report here https://lnkd.in/esxqZrRt

AmCham was delighted to host its Mandate Leader Masterclass in Pfizer Ringaskiddy for their recent leadership development session. The group gained great insight into the People and Culture strategy at Pfizer, as well its site operations.   A huge thank you Pfizer who sponsor AmCham's Mandate Leader Masterclass and to Beatrice Colombo and her team for leading a fantastic day of discussion. Thanks also to Caroline Coakley, Larry Keena, Tony Daly PhD, Annette Hegarty, Niall Riordan, and Aoife Larkin for their support and engagement on the day.   #AmChamLeaders

AmCham’s Quarterly FDI Insights Survey for July 2024 asked those in senior leadership positions in FDI in Ireland about Ireland’s Investment Opportunities and Challenges. 9 in 10 respondents said their corporate headquarters has a positive view of Ireland. Housing ranked as the number one challenge for Ireland to overcome for respondents organisations to expand here, with 40% ranking it as the top challenge. 19% said cost competitiveness was the top challenge, 12% said skills shortages, 9% said enhancing R&D tax incentives and 7% said personal tax incentives. 59% of respondents said housing was the area of infrastructure development requiring the most urgent investment from Government. 14% said transport and connectivity infrastructure and 14% said energy infrastructure. You can find a report of this survey here: https://lnkd.in/gZ2CdAdt  #AmChamInsights #WhyIreland 

AmCham has published it's Quarterly FDI Insights Survey for July 2024. We surveyed those in senior leadership positions in FDI in Ireland about their current views on talent and skills. 56% of respondents expect the number of employees in the Irish operations of their organisation to increase. 100% of respondents said a widening of the skills gap, or an increase in talent shortage in Ireland would be extremely, very or somewhat concerning. 44% said they expect the A.I. transformation in the workplace to increase their organisations investment in Ireland over the next 5 years You can find a report of this survey here: https://lnkd.in/gZ2CdAdt  #AmChamInsights #WhyIreland