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Killarney golf club gains PGA training establishment status
Killarney Golf and Fishing Club gains Professional Golfers Association training establishment status, becoming Ireland's second PGA hub. The designation shows how professional associations expand training infrastructure through accredited partner facilities.
Irish medtech association appoints LUMA Vision founder as chair
Irish Medtech appoints LUMA Vision founder Fionn Lahart as association chair. The appointment shows how industry associations leverage entrepreneurial leadership to advance sector strategy and founder support initiatives.
PRCA shortlisted for Best Publication at The Association and Institutes Awards 2025
Spotlighted for its digital transformation last year, the Public Relations and Communications Association was shortlisted for Best Publication at The Association and Institutes Awards 2025, acknowledged for launching a comprehensive digital hub that enhanced member engagement and elevated visibility for Ireland's PR industry. The platform addressed fragmentation in how the sector communicated its value to stakeholders, consolidating professional showcases, educational resources, and industry recognition programmes into a unified digital ecosystem that positions public relations as a strategic business function rather than a peripheral communications activity.
Ireland's AI Moment: Why Associations Must Now Lead the Charge on Member Capability
OpenAI research shows 89% of Irish SME leaders now use AI, reclaiming 5.3 hours weekly. Irish associations and institutes have a defining opportunity to lead member capability-building and close the confidence gap holding adoption back.
Thai Exhibition Association launches strategic roadmap to advance MICE industry
The Thai Exhibition Association unveils its strategic roadmap for Thailand's MICE industry for 2026-2027. The initiative shows how industry associations advance sector development through strategic planning and annual flagship events.
Professional accounting bodies partner with Sri Lankan directors' institute to strengthen governance capabilities
AICPA and CIMA sign a three-year agreement with the Sri Lanka Institute of Directors to strengthen finance and governance capabilities. The partnership shows how accounting bodies collaborate internationally to advance leadership development.
Northern Ireland Grain Trade Association elects new president at annual general meeting
Aidan Fisher elected president of the Northern Ireland Grain Trade Association following its Annual General Meeting. The appointment shows how trade associations manage leadership succession and governance through democratic election processes.
Irish Football Association expands commercial partnership with Clearer Twist
The Irish Football Association expands its partnership with Clearer Twist, adding branding to the Northern Ireland senior men's training kit. The extension shows how sports associations leverage commercial partnerships for revenue and brand visibility.
Spanish island association develops diaspora strategy with Irish institute expertise
The Lanzarote Ireland Network association presents a diaspora strategy developed by Ireland's Diaspora Institute founder. The initiative shows how associations leverage international expertise to strengthen diaspora engagement and economic development.
Northern Ireland Food To Go Association shortlisted for Best Association of the Year at The Association and Institutes Awards 2025
Spotlighted as the industry's leading voice last year, the Northern Ireland Food To Go Association was shortlisted for Best Association of the Year at The Association and Institutes Awards 2025, acknowledged for its strategic focus on uniting, safeguarding, and advancing the food-to-go sector across Northern Ireland. The association's comprehensive approach to sector representation addressed critical challenges facing independent operators, franchise networks, and suppliers navigating regulatory compliance, evolving consumer preferences, and economic pressures that disproportionately affect hospitality and quick-service businesses operating in competitive high-street environments.
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