Ibec Podcasts
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OSH Considerations for International Travel
28 Apr 2026
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Bernie McMeel, OSH Executive, and Michael Gillen, Senior OSH Membership Executive, discuss the core considerations for employers wher...
A resilient Europe is a competitive Europe: why security, preparedness and trusted capability now matter to every economy
24 Apr 2026
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of Ibec Responds, Executive Director of Ibec Global, Jackie King speaks with General Seán Clancy, Chair of The European Union Militar...
Courageous Leaders: Denise Charlton
23 Apr 2026
Contributed by Lukas
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 Founda...
Courageous Leaders: Hilary O'Meara
16 Apr 2026
Contributed by Lukas
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 ...
Maximising Hybrid Productivity
15 Apr 2026
Contributed by Lukas
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 shar...
Courageous Leaders: Oisín O'Reilly
09 Apr 2026
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of Courageous Leaders, Ibec Head of Skills and Social Policy Dr. Kara McGann is joined by Oisín O'Reilly, CEO of Outhouse LGBTQ+...
Québec & Ireland, Strategic Partners in a Protectionist Era: A conversation with Christopher Skeete
08 Apr 2026
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of Ibec Responds, Executive Director of Ibec Global, Jackie King speaks with Christopher Skeete, Minister of International Relations a...
Courageous Leaders: Frances Fitzgerald
02 Apr 2026
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of Courageous Leaders, Ibec CEO Danny McCoy is joined by Frances Fitzgerald - former Tánaiste, Minister for Justice, and current memb...
Navigating the EU Presidency
31 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
We are pleased to share a special episode of Ibec Responds. Recorded in our Brussels office, Fergal O’Brien is joined by Pat Ivory and Neil Willough...
Securing Ireland’s Competitive Edge on the Global Stage
27 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
In this special edition of our Ibec Responds podcast series, Ibec CEO Danny McCoy is joined by Ibec President Colin Hunt to reflect on their recent hi...
Preparing For Pay Transparency – Equal Pay Case Law
26 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Harry Wall and Catriona McKeating, Associate Legal Directors in our Employment Law Service Team, will discuss case law in the area of...
Employment (Contractual Retirement Ages) Act – Navigating the upcoming changes
09 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Maeve McElwee, Employer Relations Executive Director, and Aoife McFadden, Legal Director in our Employment Law Services Team, discuss...
Unlocking Intergenerational Capability
05 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Five generations. One workplace. Endless possibilities—or potential friction. How do you lead in an era where your team spans from seasoned experts ...
Courageous Leaders: Kevin Bakhurst
12 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
In the latest episode of our Courageous Leaders podcast series, Ibec CEO Danny McCoy is joined by Kevin Bakhurst, Director General of RTÉ, to discuss...
Time as Capital: Rethinking our Relationship with Time
10 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Fiona Higgins speaks with Dr. Dale Whelehan Assistant Professor at Trinity College Dublin and former CEO of 4 Day Week Global about w...
Courageous Leaders: Liam Herrick
05 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Why are human rights and equality economic assets for Ireland? In this episode of our Courageous Leaders podcast series, Ibec Head of Skills and Soci...
OSH & GDPR: Data protection compliance for Occupational Safety and Health
03 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Bernie McMeel, OSH Executive, and Neil O’Brien, Senior Employer Relations and Communications Executive, discuss the data protection...
Courageous Leaders: Ailbhe Smyth
29 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
What can the corporate world learn from a radical feminist and activist?In the second episode of the Courageous Leaders podcast, Ibec Head of Skills a...
Preparing for Pay Transparency – Gender Pay Gap Reporting
27 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of our Preparing for Pay Transparency series, Pauline O’Hare, Senior Legal Director, and Kara McGann, Head of Skills and Social Poli...
Courageous Leaders: Denis O'Brien
22 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Courageous Leaders is a brand new Ibec podcast series, as part of our 'Open for Business' campaign, where we hear from leaders across busine...
Pension Auto-Enrolment – Update on new regulations
14 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of KC Connect, Neil O’Brien, Senior Employer Relations and Communications Executive, and Aoife McFadden, Legal Director, discuss new...
Q4 2025 Ibec Economic Outlook
17 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Despite some signs of softening, the Irish economy has proven resilient in the face of the uncertainty of the past year.In this episode of Ibec Respon...
Leading Without Barriers: Inclusion, Accessibility, and the Workplace of Tomorrow
15 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Accessibility and inclusive leadership practises are reshaping how organisations attract, develop, and retain talent. With one in five working-age ind...
Digital and AI: Simplification, innovation and adoption
12 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
At the mid-point of the EU’s ‘Digital Decade’, the Irish Presidency provides a crucial opportunity to engage with business to deliver shared dig...
Security and Defence: Pillars of a Resilient Europe
10 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Security and defence are central to Europe’s capacity to prosper. The geopolitical shocks of recent years have confirmed that competitiveness cannot...
Labour Market and Social Policy
09 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Europe stands at a crossroads where social ambition must align with economic reality. Following a tidal wave of new directives, businesses are now fac...
Pension Auto-enrolment - Back to Basics
28 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
With pension auto-enrolment due to commence from 1 January 2026, businesses are taking steps to make sure they are ready for how this might impact the...
Preparing for Pay Transparency - Job Evaluation
21 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
The Pay Transparency Directive came into force in June 2023 and Ireland will have to transpose the Directive by June 2026. The Directive contains a ra...
Single Market and Simplification
19 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Renewed political momentum around the EU Single Market comes amidst increasing geopolitical uncertainty, positioning it as key to enhancing competitiv...
The Business Ambition for Ireland's Presidency
07 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Ireland's eighth Presidency of the Council of the EU in the second half of 2026 arrives at a pivotal time for our country and for Europe, offerin...
HR Update Report 2025 – Key Findings
05 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Following the release of our 2025 HR Update Report, Fiona Higgins, Head of Knowledge Centre and Stephen Driver, Head of Advocacy, provide an overview ...
Reaction: Budget 2026
08 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Budget 2026 puts focus driving innovation, protecting, and creating jobs, and increasing investment in critical infrastructure.In this episode of Ibec...
Q3 2025 Ibec Economic Outlook
25 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
The Irish economy has again proven resilient in the face of challenge over the first three quarters of 2025. Investment and consumer demand in particu...
Reaction: Government’s Action Plan on Competitiveness and Productivity
17 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
The recent publication of the Government’s Action Plan on Competitiveness and Productivity is a positive and important step in future-proofing Irela...
What is Pay Transparency?
12 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In the second episode of our Preparing for Pay Transparency series, Nichola Harkin, Head of Employment Law Services, and Kara McGann, Head of Skills a...
Hybrid workplaces
05 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Hybrid and remote working has transformed the workplace. With companies still working to cultivate the optimum blend of technology enabled, and in-per...
Powering Innovation: NIBRT’s Role in Ireland’s Cell and Gene Therapy Future.
03 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
The upcoming BioPharmaChem Ireland Budget 2026 submission places skills and innovation at its core, emphasising the need for public investment and str...
INSPIRE: Ireland’s Next Step in Biopharma Innovation
27 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Ireland’s pharmaceutical research model took a bold but necessary leap with the creation of SSPC, The Research Ireland Centre for Pharmaceuticals. S...
Empowering HR with AI and a future-fit strategy for growth
20 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Ireland is behind the curve in the adoption of artificial intelligence, with many business leaders feeling overwhelmed and uncertain about where to st...
Budget 2026 – Investing in the Experience Economy
15 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
The Experience Economy consists of businesses and organisations that create immersive, memorable experiences for people, in addition to selling goods ...
Criminal Convictions and Background Checks – What can employers do?
08 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of KC Connect, Neil O'Brien, Senior Employer Relations and Communications Executive, and Antoinette Cunningham, Employer Relation...
Learning by doing: DEI with Mr. Price
30 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In today’s competitive business landscape, creating an inclusive workplace is not just a matter of compliance—it’s a strategic advantage. Organi...
Workhuman: The strategic importance of recognition
23 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In a competitive job market, employee recognition is more crucial than ever. Organisations that prioritise recognition not only boost morale but also ...
Our budget ambition – Matching vigilance with agility
15 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
With the global economy entering a period of uncertainty, it is clear that the economic model Ireland had relied on for the past 50 years is under sig...
Change management
04 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of KC Connect, Sophie Crosbie and Mairead Crosby, Ibec Regional Directors for the South and South East, discuss how business is managi...
Our digital ambition
25 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In advance of the publication of the Government’s Action Plan on Competitiveness and Productivity, Ibec has activated Our Business Ambition campaign...
Tips and Gratuities – What are employers’ responsibilities?
20 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Keevagh Heverin, Mid West Regional Director, and Emily Maverley, Senior Employer Relations Executive, discuss employer obligations un...
Our energy ambition
18 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In advance of the publication of the Government’s Action Plan on Competitiveness and Productivity, Ibec has activated 'Our business ambition&ap...
Our regulatory ambition
10 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Over the coming weeks, and in advance of the publication of the Government’s Action Plan on Competitiveness and Productivity, Ibec will activate Our...
Our innovation ambition
03 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Over the coming weeks, and in advance of the publication of the Government’s Action Plan on Competitiveness and Productivity, Ibec will activate Our...
Our skills ambition
29 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Over the coming weeks, and in advance of the publication of the Government’s Action Plan on Competitiveness and Productivity, Ibec will activate Our...
Shared Value - Creating economic and societal value
23 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Shared value is a competitive strategy that simultaneously creates value for business and society. With societal deficits, (housing, childcare, transp...
Our business ambition
21 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Over the coming weeks, and in advance of the publication of the Government’s Action Plan on Competitiveness and Productivity, Ibec will activate Our...
Navigating Polarisation: Business Leadership in a Fragmented World
16 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
The global operating environment for business has entered a period of deep, structural change. Polarisation—once a political concern—is now a dail...
Expert Spotlight Series: Canada, Geoeconomics, and the Future of Transatlantic Trade - A Conversation with Goldy Hyder
09 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Our Ibec Global Leaders and Experts Spotlight Series shares insights and expertise from a wide variety of international leaders and experts on global ...
The Abbey Theatre – Delivering cultural experiences
02 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Our ‘Experience Economy’ series continues in this episode of Ibec Responds as Aviné McNally, Head of Membership, Ibec, is in conversation with Ma...
Expert Spotlight Series: David Collenette
25 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Our Ibec Global Leaders and Experts Spotlight Series shares insights and expertise from a wide variety of international leaders and experts on global ...
Workplace Wellbeing with SIRO
23 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Ibec is celebrating 11 years of National Workplace Wellbeing Day, promoting healthier, more supportive work environments.In this episode of Ibec Respo...
Workplace Wellbeing with Irish Rail
16 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Ibec is celebrating 11 years of National Workplace Wellbeing Day, promoting healthier, more supportive work environments.In this episode of Ibec Respo...
Equality Claims: The Prima Facie Case
09 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Laura Kerin and Brian Joyce from our Employer Relations team, explore the topic of equality in the workplace. Focusing on recent WRC...
Reaction: Trump administration announces tariffs
04 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
The United States have announced the implementation of tariffs on trading partners, including Ireland.In this episode of Ibec Responds, Fergal O’Bri...
International insights: Our recent engagements in UK, US and EU
26 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Ibec's international lobbying agenda has been busy, with key engagements in the UK, the European Parliament in Brussels, and the US, where repres...
Sustaining success through disruption - Interview with Lucy Adams
24 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Lucy Adams is the CEO of Disruptive HR, an agency that’s on a mission to challenge the status quo, reimagine traditional practices, and inspire lead...
The EU Savings and Investment Union
19 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Advancing the EU Savings and Investment Union and completing the Banking Union while establishing a common fiscal capacity are essential to EU competi...
Understanding and Managing Vulnerable Workers from an OSH Perspective – Prevention, Protection and Promotion
12 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this KC Connect podcast, Bernie McMeel, Ibec OSH Executive, and Dr Joan Cahill, Assistant Principal at the Health and Safety Authority, provide an ...
Women in the Workplace - A Generational View
10 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Is society truly closer to workplace equality for women, or are we just telling ourselves a convenient fiction?In this episode of Ibec Responds, Kara ...
Insights and sentiment: A CEO's perspective
28 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
The latest Ibec CEO Survey reveals that CEOs in Ireland remain largely optimistic about the broader business environment, in line with expectations fo...
Masculinity in the workplace: Dr. Sarah Carthy
26 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Traditional views of masculinity in the workplace can lead to individuals feeling disenfranchised, alienated, and in some cases, result in susceptibil...
Right to Request Remote and Flexible Working – Emerging Case Law
19 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of KC Connect. Pauline O’ Hare and Harry Wall from our Employment Law Services Team, discuss recent Workplace Relations Commission c...
Masculinity in the workplace: Dr. Robert Lawson
12 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Every day, we use language which subtly constructs and reinforces traditional views of masculinity in the workplace.In this episode of Ibec Responds, ...
Employment Law and Policy Changes – What’s on the Horizon?
07 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of KC Connect, Kevin Feighery, Regional Director of Ibec’s Western Regional Office, and Aoife McFadden, Legal Director, discuss the ...
How Mr. Price champion a culture of diversity, acceptance and equity
31 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Mr Price have achieved significant accomplishments to date in the area of Diversity and Inclusion, including the Advancing Disability Equality Award a...
The importance of diversity and inclusion in the workplace
29 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Now more than ever, there is a business imperative to build on diversity and inclusion in the workplace.In this episode of Ibec Responds, Kara McGann,...
Economic Outlook Q1 2025
24 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
The Irish economy is experiencing a moderation in growth after five years of remarkable expansion. However, this is not unexpected, particularly given...
The Global Compass - Cracking the Code
22 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of Ibec Responds, Nikki Gallagher, Head of Public Affairs at Ibec, sits down with Jackie King, Executive Director of Ibec Global, to e...
Leading change during global uncertainty
17 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of WorkTalks, Maeve McElwee, Executive Director, Employer Relations, Ibec, is joined by Richard Jolly, Director of the consulting fi...
Macroeconomic model for Northern Ireland and the all-island economy
15 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
The Economic and Social Research Institute and the National Institute of Economic and Social Research, supported by Ibec, have produced and published ...
Unpacking CSRD: John Sisk & Son
09 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome to this special series of Ibec Responds on the Corporate Sustainability Reporting Directive (CSRD).As businesses face increasing demands for t...
Unpacking CSRD: Fyffes
07 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome to this special series of Ibec Responds on the Corporate Sustainability Reporting Directive (CSRD).As businesses face increasing demands for t...
Negotiating a new Programme for Government
17 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
With the General Election behind us, the focus has shifted to the complex task of government formation. As political parties negotiate the details of ...
Future Fit – Reimagining HR
16 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of Ibec WorkTalks, Vicky O’Neill, HR Strategy Specialist at Ibec, and Max Blumberg, Founder of Blumberg Partnership, HR & People...
Unpacking CSRD: Coillte
12 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome to this special series of Ibec Responds on the Corporate Sustainability Reporting Directive (CSRD).As businesses face increasing demands for t...
Unpacking CSRD: CPL Resources
10 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome to this special series of Ibec Responds on the Corporate Sustainability Reporting Directive (CSRD).As businesses face increasing demands for t...
Kilkenny Design - Promoting the Irish Artisan Experience
09 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Our ‘Experience Economy’ series continues in this episode of Ibec Responds as Aviné McNally, Head of Membership, Ibec, is in conversation with Ev...
Unpacking CSRD: An Post
05 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome to this special series of Ibec Responds on the Corporate Sustainability Reporting Directive (CSRD).As businesses face increasing demands for t...
Unpacking CSRD: Energia Group
03 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome to this special series of Ibec Responds on the Corporate Sustainability Reporting Directive (CSRD).As businesses face increasing demands for t...
Unlocking Potential in Ireland's Experience Economy
28 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Our ‘Experience Economy’ series continues in this episode of Ibec Responds as Sharon Higgins, Executive Director Membership and Sectors, Ibec, is ...
Electing for Business - Reducing energy costs, securing growth
13 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
With the right investments and initiatives, Ireland could transform its energy system into a long-term competitive advantage. However, in the short to...
The Maternity Protection, Employment Equality and Preservation of Certain Records Act 2024
13 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
The President has now signed the Maternity Protection, Employment Equality and Preservation of Certain Records Act 2024 (the Act) into law. Two of th...
Constructive Dismissal: Case Insights and Employer Takeaways
11 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of KC Connect, Laura Kerin and Brian Joyce, Employer Relations Executives at Ibec, delve into two recent Labour Court constructive dis...
Celtic Linen – Supporting Ireland’s Experience businesses
01 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Our ‘Experience Economy’ series continues in this episode of Ibec Responds as Aviné McNally, Head of Membership, Ibec, is in conversation with Jo...
A Year of Elections: Interview with Chris Weafer
25 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In 2024, over 50 countries will hold elections, in this Ibec Responds “Year of Elections” mini-series, we explore the geo-political impact of thes...
Unpacking CSRD with Davy Horizons
21 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of Ibec Responds, we delve into the upcoming changes brought by the Corporate Sustainability Reporting Directive (CSRD) with expert in...
A Year of Elections: Interview with Jude Webber
15 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In 2024, over 50 countries will hold elections, in this Ibec Responds “Year of Elections” mini-series, we explore the geo-political impact of thes...
Reaction to Budget Day 2025
02 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of Ibec Responds, Ibec’s Economist team, Ger Brady, Hazel Ahern-Flynn and Mourad Mejdi sit down to discuss their reaction to Budget ...
Case Review – Important WRC decision on employment status
27 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
The repercussions of the Supreme Court decision in the Karshan case, which found a number of a Domino’s franchise’s delivery drivers were employee...
Ibec joins the Royal Irish Academy celebrating Hamilton Day
18 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Ibec once again joins forces with the Royal Irish Academy for Hamilton Day for its fifth year of partnership, recognising the importance of STEM educa...
Minister Neale Richmond on Ireland's Women in Finance Charter and the Road Ahead
13 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
This past July, Minister Neale Richmond launched the Second Annual Report of Ireland’s Women in Finance Charter, highlighting significant progress a...
Electing for Business - General Election manifesto
05 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
The next General Election in Ireland will take place between now and March 2025. The Irish business community is a key component of a healthy and vib...
Intelligent Automation for HR
29 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
While employment growth is slowing, the hiring environment remains highly competitive – especially for in-demand roles and AI-related skillsets. Str...