Ibec Podcasts

In this episode of Courageous Leaders, Ibec Head of Skills and Social Policy Dr. Kara McGann is joined by Denise Charlton, CEO of the Community Foundation Ireland. 
Denise brings decades of experience leading transformative social change, having previously served as CEO of both Women’s Aid and the Immigrant Council of Ireland. 
Kara and Denise discuss Ireland’s long-term prosperity depends on an open, outward-looking, and inclusive society. Join us as we discuss how courageous leadership can defend these values and ensure Ireland remains a beacon of belonging and progress. 

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In this episode, Bernie McMeel, OSH Executive, and Michael Gillen, Senior OSH Membership Executive, discuss the core considerations for employers where employees engage in international travel. In an increasingly volatile world, this episode covers the main considerations for employers from an occupational health and safety perspective. 

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In this episode of Ibec Responds, Executive Director of Ibec Global, Jackie King speaks with General Seán Clancy, Chair of The European Union Military Committee (EUMC).  
This discussion sits within a broader resilience agenda. We are exploring how the changed security environment is shaping the conditions for competitiveness, investment and long-term prosperity including through critical infrastructure, cyber resilience, trusted supply chains, innovation, skills and public-private cooperation.
In this special episode we are holding a conversation around the security and defence pillar of resilience in a way that is relevant to an Irish, European and international business audience.   

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In this episode of Courageous Leaders, Ibec Head of Skills and Social Policy Dr. Kara McGann is joined by Hilary O’Meara, Country Managing Director of Accenture in Ireland.
With over 30 years at Accenture, including experience as COO for the UK and Ireland, Hilary is a prominent advocate for modern leadership and fostering cultures where everyone feels they belong. As a board member of the Open Doors Initiative, she brings a wealth of expertise in building resilient, future-ready teams.
Kara and Hilary explore how inclusion has evolved from a HR metric into a core growth strategy. They discuss the for "Brand Ireland": that our reputation for openness and progress is a primary driver in attracting the high-level human capital needed for innovation.

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In this episode, Vicky O’Neill sits down with Peter Cosgrove, Managing Director of Future wise and a leading voice on the future of work. Peter shares insights on the trends reshaping how we work from AI in hiring to the challenges of hybrid models and what leaders need to do to stay ahead. Whether you’re an employer, employee, or simply curious about what’s next, this conversation will help you understand the forces driving change and how to thrive in an evolving world of work.
 

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