Chamber News

L/R:  Des Foley DOS Economic Development Meath Co Co, Paula McCaul CEO County Meath Chamber, Irish Ambassador to Italy H.E. Elizabeth McCullagh, Olivia Duff Owner Headfort Arms Hotel, Niamh Giffney President County Meath Chamber, Cathaoirleach Cllr Sarah Reilly, Majella Farrell Head of Enterprise, Meath Co Co, Kieran Kehoe CE Meath Co Co.  Earlier this week County Meath Chamber were honoured to attend a special Boyne Valley Dining Experience in the Headfort Arms Hotel Kells. The Boyne Valley Dining Experience formed part of Meath County Councils special celebration of Ireland's EU Presidency and Meath's twinning links...

Pictured are organisers, sponsors and stakeholders of the County Meath Careers Expo 2026.  Back Row L/R: Colin  McGeown LMETB, Michael Hughes Stockhouse Restaurant Trim, Dara McGowan Meath Co Co, Marta Nash County Meath Chamber, Donna Farrell Marsh Mackey Recruitment, Sinead Donegan Intreo, Michelle Goodwin Meath LEO, Trish McDonnell County Meath Chamber.  Front Row L/R:  David MTM Engineering, Chanel Smith County Meath Chamber, Representative from MTM Engineering, Paula McCaul County Meath Chamber, Niamh Giffney President County Meath Chamber, Cathaoirleach Cllr Sarah Reilly, Majella Farrell Meath Co Co. The...

County Meath Chamber has welcomed Budget 2027 measures to support business, skills and working families.  Supports for AI and digital skills, changes to the R&D Tax Credit, the reduction in Capital Gains Tax and measures to ease real-time reporting requirements are positive steps for local businesses. Supporting innovation, investment and productivity “Meath is home to a strong and growing base of SMEs, family businesses, exporters, manufacturers, food producers, retailers and professional service firms. Measures that support innovation, investment and productivity are welcome, particularly for businesses seeking to scale...

A cross section of Meath businesses benefited from an insightful Meta led discussion on the opportunities AI presents for businesses, with practical guidance on the tools and supports available to help SMEs embrace its potential.   A key part of the listening session was hearing directly from local businesses about their own experiences, challenges and priorities for the future. The open and constructive conversation offered valuable insight into the needs of SMEs and the support required to help them adapt, innovate and navigate the evolving AI landscape with confidence.   As this conversation continues to evolve, we l...

County Meath Chamber Voices Key Priorities Ahead of Budget 2027 Pictured at the Chambers Ireland Pre-Budget Day in the Royal College of Physicians, Kildare St., Dublin. L/R Ian Talbot CEO Chambers Ireland, Niamh Giffney President County Meath Chamber, Margaret Considine President Chambers Ireland,  Aisling Dempsey TD, Paula McCaul CEO County Meath Chamber.  a { text-decoration: none; color: #464feb; } tr th, tr td { border: 1px solid #e6e6e6; } tr th { background-color: #f5f5f5; } “Windfall revenues present Government with a rare opportunity to invest in Ireland’s long-term futu...

a { text-decoration: none; color: #464feb; } tr th, tr td { border: 1px solid #e6e6e6; } tr th { background-color: #f5f5f5; } Back L/R: Michelle Goodwin LEO Meath, Ailish Coyne LMETB, Ian Hunt Cusack Hotel Group, Shirley Brady Cusack Hotel Group, Sophia Maguire Marsh Mackey, Briona Shields MTM Engineering, Trish McDonnell County Meath Chamber, Front Row L/R:  Dara McGowan DOS Meath County Council, Deputy Aisling Dempsey TD, Cathaoirleach Cllr. Sarah Reilly, Niamh Giffney President County Meath Chamber (DNG Royal County), Minister Helen McEntee, Paula McCaul CEO County Meath Chamber. County Meath Cham...

County Meath Chamber are delighted to share that applications for Meta’s 2027 Data Centre Community Action Grants are now open. This is the ninth cycle of Meta's annual grant programme in Meath. Running since 2018 with the first grants awarded in 2019, Meta has provided over €4.8 million in direct giving to 186 projects across the county — supporting schools and not-for-profits that build local connections, create tech-inspired community innovation and strengthen STEAM education. Across the county there were several really strong projects in this year’s round. To see the full list, view the...

She Leads, the annual half-day conference for women in corporate leadership and management, brought senior leaders from both sides of the border together for an afternoon of lively discussion, practical insight and meaningful networking. Now in its second year, the event was organised by five Chambers of Commerce across the M1 Corridor (Lisburn, Newry, Dundalk, Drogheda and Meath Chambers) and explored the theme Leadership in the AI Era. Speakers and panellists shared honest perspectives on the changing workplace, reflecting on the opportunities presented by technology while emphasising the enduring importance of human judgement, auth...

Deenamic to showcase regulatory technology at Enterprise Ireland’s Innovation Arena at this year’s National Ploughing Championships Meath-founded Deenamic selected for Enterprise Ireland’s Innovation Arena at the National Ploughing Championships from 15 - 17 September. Deenamic is developing technology to help sustainable materials and products navigate the route from innovation to market. Founder Louise McGrath will lead a workshop at the Global Bioeconomy Summit in Dublin in October. Deenamic is also a finalist for Sustainability Consultancy of the Year and Services Exporter of the Year. Louise McGrath: &ldq...

Meath Women in Biz & Tech Summer Social Celebrates Confidence, Connection and Local Enterprise County Meath Chamber’s Meath Women in Biz & Tech Network hosted its Summer Social at Navan Racecourse last Thursday, bringing together more than 80 businesswomen from across Meath for an afternoon of networking, style, conversation and fun. With the theme “Confidence is your best accessory”, the event celebrated how style, self-belief and presentation can help women feel more assured in business and in life. Proceedings were officially opened by Cathaoirleach Cllr Sarah Reilly, who welcomed guests on the day, w...

Members of the County Meath Chamber Board and Executive recently attended the Bellewstown on 300 Year Celebration. County Meath Chamber extends its warmest congratulations to the management and team at Bellewstown Racecourse as it celebrates an extraordinary milestone — 300 years of racing on the Hill of Crockafotha. The historic anniversary was marked with a special two-day festival on August 25 and 26, 2026, celebrating three centuries of tradition, community spirit and sporting heritage at one of County Meath’s most iconic venues.  Minister of Agriculture, Food and the Marine Martin Heydon attended along with Ministe...

Showcasing the very best of Meath business, style and racing, the Meath Women in Biz & Tech Network will host its first Summer Social at Navan Racecourse on Wednesday, 27th August. Proudly hosted by Chamber member Navan Racecourse, the event promises an uplifting afternoon of networking, inspiration, fashion and local connection in one of the county’s most iconic venues. Three businesswomen who specialise in helping women look and feel confident will share insights and advice at the event, which will explore confidence and how to make it your best accessory. Exploring confidence and how to make it your best accessory, will b...