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Triathlon Ireland cuts month-end close from five days to five hours with AccountsIQ

Author: Jed Nykolle Harme

Triathlon Ireland has reduced its month-end close from five days to five hours after implementing AccountsIQ and ExpenseIn. The case study shows how non-profit governing bodies can eliminate manual reporting inefficiencies through cloud accounting technology.

Irish Neurological Association holds 62nd annual meeting to advance clinical neuroscience knowledge

Author: Jed Nykolle Harme

The Irish Neurological Association held its 62nd annual meeting in Dublin, uniting clinicians and researchers across the neurology community. The event shows how medical associations drive professional knowledge exchange and trainee development.

Athletics Ireland expands high-performance coaching structure with seven new appointments

Author: Jed Nykolle Harme

Athletics Ireland has expanded its high-performance coaching structure with seven new appointments, backed by €210,000 in additional Sport Ireland funding. The move shows how national governing bodies are building coaching capacity ahead of LA 2028.

Insurance Institute of Ireland shortlisted for Member Engagement & Communications Award at The Association and Institutes Awards 2025

Author: Jed Nykolle Harme

Spotlighted for member-centric innovation last year, the Insurance Institute of Ireland was shortlisted for the Member Engagement & Communications Award at The Association and Institutes Awards 2025, acknowledged for its comprehensive approach to lifelong learning, professional support, and continuous evolution that positions members and staff as central drivers of sector progress and excellence. The institute's engagement strategy addressed persistent challenges within financial services professional development, balancing regulatory compliance demands with career advancement pathways whilst fostering community connection across practitioners navigating increasingly complex insurance landscapes shaped by climate risk, digitalisation, and evolving consumer protection frameworks.

One Island, One Skills Agenda: Why Associations Must Lead Cross-Border Professional Development

Author: Jed Nykolle Harme

EGFSN research finds strong skill commonalities between Ireland and Northern Ireland, with cross-border workers up 62% and 75% holding third-level qualifications. Associations have a clear mandate to build island-wide CPD and professional frameworks.

EFG International CEO Giorgio Pradelli elected chairman of Swiss Bankers Association

Author: Jed Nykolle Harme

EFG International CEO Giorgio Pradelli has been elected chairman of the Swiss Bankers Association, taking office in September 2026 while retaining his CEO role. The appointment underlines the overlap between executive leadership and association governance in banking.

SADAFCO partners with pilgrims welfare association to supply food and dairy products during Hajj

Author: Jed Nykolle Harme

Saudi Arabia's SADAFCO has partnered with the Association of Watering for the Guests of God to supply food and dairy products to Hajj pilgrims. The deal shows how private companies are using association partnerships to advance national service goals.

CBRE NI and Turner and Townsend launch United By Sport to drive sports-led regeneration in Northern Ireland

Author: Jed Nykolle Harme

CBRE NI and Turner & Townsend have launched United By Sport, a multi-stakeholder body to drive sports-led economic regeneration across Northern Ireland. The body unites sporting organisations, industry and government around a shared long-term strategy.

Digital Infrastructure Ireland appoints Ronan Kelly as CEO to drive investment and policy agenda

Author: Jed Nykolle Harme

Digital Infrastructure Ireland has appointed Ronan Kelly as CEO from 1 July 2026 to lead the body's push to reposition Ireland for the next wave of global digital infrastructure investment. The hire comes amid significant policy and energy challenges facing the sector.

MHRA establishes Belfast hub to strengthen Northern Ireland life sciences regulatory support

Author: Jed Nykolle Harme

The MHRA is establishing a Belfast hub to strengthen engagement with Northern Ireland's life sciences sector and offer direct regulatory access. The move shows how regulatory bodies are deepening regional presence to accelerate innovation.

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