BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//ICBE | Irish Centre for Business Excellence Network - ECPv6.18.0//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://icbe.ie X-WR-CALDESC:Events for ICBE | Irish Centre for Business Excellence Network REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:Europe/Dublin BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+0000 TZOFFSETTO:+0100 TZNAME:IST DTSTART:20250330T010000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:+0100 TZOFFSETTO:+0000 TZNAME:GMT DTSTART:20251026T010000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+0000 TZOFFSETTO:+0100 TZNAME:IST DTSTART:20260329T010000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:+0100 TZOFFSETTO:+0000 TZNAME:GMT DTSTART:20261025T010000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+0000 TZOFFSETTO:+0100 TZNAME:IST DTSTART:20270328T010000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:+0100 TZOFFSETTO:+0000 TZNAME:GMT DTSTART:20271031T010000 END:DAYLIGHT END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20261110T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20261110T120000 DTSTAMP:20260925T121302Z CREATED:20220120T191642Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260925T121302Z UID:6213-1794304800-1794312000@icbe.ie SUMMARY:Influencing without Authority - 2-hour Virtual Classroom DESCRIPTION:Influencing without Authority \n2-hour zoom webinar \n10am – 12noon / Tuesday Nov 10th \n€95 Member / €135 Non Member (per person) \nTo book your place/s\, click the CONTACT US button above or contact alison@icbe.ie  \nThis influencing course is ideal for those who need to have work done through others\,or who need to convince another person to buy into an idea. \nWe focus on the key elements of influencing others when there is lack of authority-personal power\, and persuasion. \nThis two-hour session will be delivered virtually\, taking the form of presentations\, open facilitateddiscussions\, break out room activities & discussions\, large group activity and action planning. Learning Outcomes:  At this end of this course attendees will – Understand what influencing is and the required skills for effective influencing without authority Understand the impact of influencing in a complex organisation Know their inherent influencing style\, when to use and impact of it Six Principles of Persuasion Explore ways to influence using different approaches Pre-Course Interaction:Attendees are asked to complete an Influencing Style Questionnaire\, the outcomes of which are utilised during the course. Agenda: Welcome & Introductions Influencing – What is it\, Skills required\, Influencing in a complex organisation\, Influence & Power Influencing styles – The 3 Greeks – Ethos\, Pathos & Logos\, influencing styles – What is yours? When to use and impact of it Six Principles of Persuasion Putting it into practice – Influencing activity completed by group 1 Small Step – using the progressive principal attendees will define a specific action step to ensure transfer of learning back to the workplace \nFacilitated by Orla Sherlock\, Trigraph Professional Services \nOrla Sherlock is an Executive Coach and senior Learning & Development specialist with over 28 years’ experience within the private and public sector. She is a graduate of Trinity College\, Dublin and the National College of Ireland and is a member of CIPD\, IITD and the European Mentoring & Coaching Council. Her educational background is in HR\, Business & Pharmacy. She holds a Diploma in Business and Executive Coaching\, accredited by EMCC and is also certified as an EQ-i 2.0 and EQ360 qualified practitioner. \nAreas of expertise: \n• Emotional Intelligence – Qualified Practitioner in EQi 2.0 & EQi 360 (MHS) – supporting Leaders in developing key EI competencies that begin to change the impact and influence they have on their teams and in their personal lives.• Leadership & Management Development – Orla works with clients to interpret and translate their business objectives and needs into training & development interventions. Designing and delivering highly interactive and practical relevant training in areas of Leadership & Management Development for private & public sector clients.• Performance Management – specifically supporting managers on developing and honing the skills required to lead and engage people through courageous conversations URL:https://icbe.ie/event/influencing-without-authority/ LOCATION:online CATEGORIES:Events,ICBE Business Excellence Skillnet END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20261028T093000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20261028T173000 DTSTAMP:20261001T131353Z CREATED:20240704T133734Z LAST-MODIFIED:20261001T131353Z UID:12216-1793179800-1793208600@icbe.ie SUMMARY:One Day Introduction to Aviation Leasing Course October 28th\, 2026 | In Person and On-Line | Limited Places Available DESCRIPTION:  \n \nOne Day Introduction to Aircraft Leasing Course\nIn-person and On-Line Course\nDate: October 28th 2026 | 9.30am to 5.30pm\nVenue:  Shannon Aviation Museum & On-line  \nFunded cost:  €237 pp \nEmail maeve@icbe.ie to book your place(s) \n  \nProgramme Overview \nThe One-Day Aviation Leasing Course from Aviation Services Training\, Shannon facilitated by John McMahon provides participants with a comprehensive understanding of the aviation industry\, including the factors driving its growth and the key players involved. It covers the history and current market dynamics of the airline business\, differentiating between passenger and cargo markets\, and addressing current challenges and future trends. The course delves into the fundamentals of aviation leasing\, highlighting aircraft and engine leasing\, and guides participants through the processes of aircraft selection from both airline and lessor perspectives. Additionally\, it focuses on risk management strategies\, covering credit\, asset\, technical\, jurisdictional\, and insurance risks\, as well as portfolio management. The structure of operating leases\, including negotiation phases\, key commercial terms\, and legal aspects\, is explored in depth. Finally\, participants learn about aircraft ordering\, purchasing\, and trading\, providing a holistic view of the aviation leasing business. \n  \nProgramme Content: \nPart 1: Aviation Industry Overview \n\nFactors driving growth of the aviation industry\nKey players -airlines\, manufacturers\, aircraft and engine leasing companies\n\nPart 2: The Airline Business \n\nHistory and development\nCurrent market dynamics (including regional differences)\nPassenger vs Cargo markets\nCurrent challenges and future\n\nPart 3: The Aviation Leasing Business \n\nHistory and development\nCurrent market dynamics (including key players)\nFundamental aspects of aviation leasing\nAircraft vs Engine Leasing\n\nPart 4: Aircraft Selection \n\nAirline perspective\nLessor perspective\n\nPart 5: Risk Management in Aviation Leasing \n\nCredit\nAsset\nTechnical\nJurisdiction\nInsurance\nPortfolio Management\n\nPart 6: Structure of an Operating Lease \n\nNegotiation phases\nKey commercial terms\nLegal aspects\n\nPart 7: Aircraft Ordering\, Purchasing and Trading \n\nShould a lessor order its own aircraft?\nHow much does an aircraft costs?\nWhat is being purchased?\nTrading aircraft on lease\n\nConclusion \n\nWrap-up and summary of key points\nOpen floor for outstanding questions/discussion\nFeedback and course evaluation\n\n  \nAbout the Facilitator: \n  \n \nJohn McMahon is a non-executive director\, aviation consultant and Adjunct Professor at University of Limerick. \nHe led the initial public offering and New York Stock Exchange listing of Genesis Lease Limited\, a global aircraft leasing company\, where he served as Chairman and CEO from 2006 until its merger with AerCap in 2010.  Previously\, he held senior management positions at Lloyds TSB Bank in the UK and Debis AirFinance (now AerCap) in The Netherlands as well as executive roles at GE Capital Aviation Services\, GPA Group and Aer Lingus. \nHis current non-executive directorships include aircraft lessor\, Genesis Aircraft Services\, aviation analytics company\, Aerlytix\, as well as several aviation leasing ABS structures/portfolio companies with more than 250 leased aircraft and engines. He served as senior independent director of Wizz Air from 2012 to 2018 and as chairman of BNP Paribas Ireland from 2010 to 2019. \nHe holds a Bachelor of Engineering degree from the University of Galway\, post-graduate diplomas in Accounting and Finance (Association of Chartered Certified Accountants) and Computer Modelling & Simulation (Trinity College Dublin) and a Professional Certificate in Data Science and Big Data Analytics (Massachusetts Institute of Technology).  He completed the Advanced Management Program at Harvard Business School and is a Chartered Director of the Institute of Directors. \n  \nEmail maeve@icbe.ie to book your place(s)\n  URL:https://icbe.ie/event/one-day-introduction-to-aviation-leasing-course-on-line-september-17th-available-to-book/ CATEGORIES:Aviation Skillnet,Proposed Courses END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20261022T090000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20261022T130000 DTSTAMP:20261007T102537Z CREATED:20261001T102055Z LAST-MODIFIED:20261007T102537Z UID:16729-1792659600-1792674000@icbe.ie SUMMARY:Benchmarking Visit to Boston Scientific Clonmel DESCRIPTION:Fully booked\n Presented by ICBE \nBenchmarking Visit to\nBoston Scientific\nClonmel\nDATA DRIVEN MANUFACTURING \n“An Executive showcase of digital transformation at Boston Scientific Clonmel; how our Plant Management System and Digital Engineering Application deliver measurable operational value” \nThis benchmarking visit is suitable for senior decision makers in ICBE member companies \nWednesday October 22nd\, 2026 \n9.00 – 13.00 \n  \n  \nPlease register just one person per member organisation – we may be able to accommodate further attendees depending on demand. \nAgenda with times and logistics information will be sent to registered attendees in advance of the visit. URL:https://icbe.ie/event/benchmarking-visit-to-boston-scientific/ CATEGORIES:Events,ICBE Advanced Productivity Skillnet END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20261021T093000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20261021T170000 DTSTAMP:20261008T112532Z CREATED:20261008T111633Z LAST-MODIFIED:20261008T112532Z UID:16763-1792575000-1792602000@icbe.ie SUMMARY:AI & Machine Learning for Manufacturing DESCRIPTION:  \n \n1 Day Virtual Programme – Wednesday\, 21st October 2026. \nRegister Here\n(please include ICBE in the company name field) \nNon-Member Cost €750 \nMember Cost €495 \n  \n  \nIMR’s AI & Machine Learning for Manufacturing course is a practical 1-day virtual classroom over MS Teams. It is designed to help manufacturing professionals understand how AI and machine learning can be applied to improve productivity\, quality\, decision-making\, and operational efficiency. \nYou can find further course details here: https://pages.imr.ie/introduction-to-ai-machine-learning-training-course \nICBE Advanced Productivity Skillnet will support the programme with a limited number of subsidised places\, significantly reducing the participant contribution from the standard €750 to €495 per person for this programme\, creating an excellent opportunity to access specialist AI training and gain practical insights that can be applied directly within your organisation. \n  \nAs AI continues to transform manufacturing operations\, this programme offers a valuable opportunity to build internal capability\, identify potential use cases within your business\, and better understand how emerging technologies can support future growth and competitiveness. \n  \nLearning Objectives  \n\nThe objective of the course is to give an overview of what ML is and what it can do\, not actually how to build algorithms.\nLearn the most important steps and implementation concepts for the realisation of AI & machine learning projects.\nThere will be one or two Jupyter notebooks to show the learner what a machine learning algorithm looks like\, but no requirements for the learner to work with them. URL:https://icbe.ie/event/ai-machine-learning-for-manufacturing/ CATEGORIES:Events,ICBE Advanced Productivity Skillnet END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20261014T103000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20261014T113000 DTSTAMP:20260922T121134Z CREATED:20260814T095022Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260922T121134Z UID:16513-1791973800-1791977400@icbe.ie SUMMARY:ICBE Free Knowledge Session: The Leader as Coach: Unlocking Potential through Everyday Conversations DESCRIPTION:The Leader as Coach: Unlocking Potential through Everyday Conversations\n  \nWednesday 14th October 10.30am – 11:30am\nwith Siobhán Hopper\, Larch Leadership\nFree Knowledge Session\nRegister today & we will forward the Teams link before the 14th\n  \nNo business would leave a well-performing process alone simply because nothing was broken. Continuous improvement means deliberately moving something that already works towards\nworking even better. This knowledge session explores what happens when leaders apply that same thinking to the people they lead.\nEvery leader has opportunities every day to unlock the potential\, confidence and ownership of the people around them. Coaching skills help leaders make the most of those moments\, creating conversations that develop thinking rather than simply providing answers. \nGrounded in research and practical experience\, this session explores the impact of the leader as coach on individuals\, leaders\, teams and organisations\, before introducing a practical\ntaster of the coaching skills that leaders can begin to develop immediately.\n \nWho Should Attend\nLeaders at every level\, across all sectors\, HR and Talent Management professionals\, and anyone responsible for leading and developing people who wants to build stronger teams\, greater ownership and better performance. \nWhat You’ll Learn\n\nWhy coaching skills are an essential leadership capability.\nHow a coaching approach helps build confidence\, ownership\, problem-solving and performance.\nWhat the research tells us about the impact of leaders using coaching skills in everyday conversations.\nA simple mindset shift and practical coaching techniques that leaders can begin applying immediately.\n\n\nSiobhán Hopper\, Larch Leadership – Helping organisations grow through better conversations.\nSupporting leaders and teams to build practical conversation skills\, stronger alignment\, and more effective cultures.\nI’m licensed to deliver Frank Devine’s leadership as a system approach\, a proven leadership development framework that drives real behavioural change.\nAt Larch Leadership\, we develop leaders\, facilitate meaningful conversations\, and help organisations turn insight into action.  Because better conversations create better results. \n  \n  URL:https://icbe.ie/event/the-leader-as-coach-unlocking-potential-through-everyday-conversations/ LOCATION:online CATEGORIES:Events,ICBE Business Excellence Skillnet,Online Training,Webinars END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20261013T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20261021T130000 DTSTAMP:20260925T103903Z CREATED:20210827T142944Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260925T103903Z UID:4765-1791885600-1792587600@icbe.ie SUMMARY:Team Lead & Supervisor Skills Program: Virtual Classroom DESCRIPTION:Programme = 3 hour sessions X 4 dates (10am – 1pm) via Zoom \nTues 13th\, Weds 14th\nand\nTues 20th & Weds 21st October\n  \nCost: €295 member / €395 non member (per person) with Skillnet Funding Applied \nBecome a better\, more confident team leader / supervisor \nAimed at: Team Leaders\, Supervisors or those aspiring to develop their personal and team effectiveness in this critical role \nProgram Objectives\nAt the end of this program\, participants will understand what makes for effective team leadership and be able to communicate more clearly with others. They will know how to motivate people and develop their teams’ performance and will have demonstrated the ability to give constructive feedback and criticism. They will be able to handle conflict with greater confidence and ease. They will leave the program with increased confidence and skills to be successful in their roles. \nProgram Content\nThe Role of Team Leader / Supervisor \n\nStepping up to the Role & Getting the Balance Right\nCommon Traps for Team Leaders\nLeader vs. Manager vs. TL / Supervisor\nA Time to Manage & a Time to Lead\nUnderstanding Your style\n\nCommunications Skills \n\nBarriers to Effective Communication\nPreferred Sources of Communication\nKey interpersonal skills\nBody language\, listening\, questioning\nStyles of Communication\nGet your message across & Building Your Influence\n\nGetting the Best from Your Team \n\nCharacteristics of Effective Teams\nStages of Team Development\nCoaching for Performance\nMotivating for Performance\nShift handovers & meetings\n\nYour Role in Performance Management \n\nThe Performance Management Cycle in Action\nMeasuring & Managing\nStepping up to the Responsibility\nEffective Feedback\nStages of Acceptance\nQuality Performance Conversations\n7 Keys to Feedback\nRole Play\n\nManaging Difficult People & Situations \n\nResponse to Conflict – Thomas Kilman\nAssertive Techniques & Handling Aggression\nTypical Difficult Situations in your Role – Role Plays\nDeveloping Your Conflict Management Style & Preferences\n\nPersonal Action Plans \nTrainer: Invisio \nTue URL:https://icbe.ie/event/team-lead-supervisor-skills-program-virtual-classroom-2/ LOCATION:online CATEGORIES:ICBE Business Excellence Skillnet END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20261007T120000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20261007T130000 DTSTAMP:20260908T071853Z CREATED:20260827T102423Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260908T071853Z UID:16589-1791374400-1791378000@icbe.ie SUMMARY:Introduction to Lean for Services DESCRIPTION:Introduction to Lean for Services\nFree Webinar\nDate 7th October\n12.00pm – 1.00pm\nOnline via MS Teams\n  \nOverview: \nIn this webinar\, we will introduce Lean to you in a way that relates to your experience\, your processes and your customers. \nThe purpose of this training is to give you an awareness of the different aspects of Lean\, its guiding principles and showcase how that can support you to make your work\, work for you. \nMost of us have heard of Lean in manufacturing\, in this workshop we’ll take a closer look at the application of Lean in service-based industries and processes\, taking Lean out of the factory floor. \nThis is to show you how actual on the ground benefits can be seen in the processes that cause us the most pain. \n  \nWebinar Topics: \n\nThe purpose behind Lean\nWaste and Value for us\, and our Customers\nThe 5 Principles of Lean\nLean Case Study\nThe Lean Mindset\, and where to start\n\n  \nAccreditation: \nThis 1-hour webinar is CPD Accredited to 1 CPD Point with The CPD Group. You will receive your point once the webinar has been completed. \n  \nPresenter: \n \nThis webinar will be presented by Stacy Franklin of Kanso Lean Training and Facilitation. At Kanso\, we bring Lean beyond factory floors to the heart of service-based industries. Lean isn’t just about saving time or money; it’s about building a sustainable\, people-centric way of working. \nOur practical methods address real-world challenges and create lasting impact. Whether you’re in healthcare\, tech\, or retail\, we help you create a culture where continuous improvement is standard\, all voices are heard\, and actions add true value. \nA recognised expert voice in Ireland’s Lean community\, Stacy speaks at industry events\, guides companies in adopting a Lean mindset\, and lectures on the University of Limerick’s Master Black Belt programme. \nClients value her fresh approach\, meticulous eye for detail\, and her habit of challenging assumptions or outdated processes by asking “Why?”\, to reveal untapped opportunities. \nwww.kanso.ie URL:https://icbe.ie/event/introduction-to-lean-for-services/ CATEGORIES:Events,ICBE Advanced Productivity Skillnet,Webinars END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20261007T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20261021T120000 DTSTAMP:20261002T144534Z CREATED:20220128T110523Z LAST-MODIFIED:20261002T144534Z UID:6315-1791367200-1792584000@icbe.ie SUMMARY:CONNECT AT YOUR BEST - Professional Development Series DESCRIPTION:3 X two-hour workshops via Zoom (1 webinar a week for three weeks) \n10am – 12pm \nDates moved to:  October 7th & 14th (Wednesdays)\n3rd/Final day to be advised\nwith Michelle Dinneen\, Ardin Career Development \nCost for series: €150 Member / €200 Non Member (per person)\nwith Skillnet funding applied\nContact alison@icbe.ie to book your place\nSuitable for learners at all levels in the organisation\nDo you ever leave (or walk away from) a meeting or interaction feeling frustrated\, thinking ‘ I could’ve handled that better’ or regretting what was or wasn’t said?  If so\, this series of Connect at Your Best modules is for you…\nOn completion of these modules participants will understand how to:\n– Hold their ground during difficult conversations/interactions\n– Assert opinions effectively\n– Manage and regulate emotions\n– Apply practical strategies to improve interactions for better outcomes\n  \nWORKSHOP 1: Communication & Conflict Resolution: Holding your ground\n\nPre-work: PAC assessment\nCommunication facts\nEffective listening & questioning\nConflict\nBeliefs & Learned behaviour\nEgo states\nAdult to Adult conversations\nLearning review\n\n  \nWORKSHOP 2: Difficult Conversations – Assertiveness & Feedback: Say what you want to say\n\nPre-work: Assertiveness self – assessment\nOur most difficult conversations\nPassive – Assertive – Aggressive behaviour\nYes to the person & no to the task\nAssertiveness framework with practical application\nFeedback misconceptions\nThe power of facts\nLearning review\n\n  \nWORKSHOP 3: Emotional Intelligence: E-Factor \n\nEmotional Intelligence – a brief history\nPrimary Emotions\nCommon misconceptions\nDimensions of EI\nTriggers & Tells\nEmotional hijacks & self-scan techniques\nCognitive Restructuring\nStrategies for improving EI & practical application\nLearning review\n\n  \nMICHELLE DINNEEN: \nArdin Career Development is owned and run by Michelle Dinneen. \nMichelle is qualified to Masters level in Human Resource Leadership and is a Master Trainer. \nMichelle has over 15 years experience in both Operations and HR training\, learning & development in a regulated multi national environment. \nProgrammes are creative\, interactive and overall an enjoyable learning experience. \n3rd URL:https://icbe.ie/event/connect-at-your-best-professional-development-series-2/ LOCATION:online CATEGORIES:ICBE Business Excellence Skillnet END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20260928T080000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20260928T140000 DTSTAMP:20260908T143402Z CREATED:20260908T143220Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260908T143402Z UID:16635-1790582400-1790604000@icbe.ie SUMMARY:Changemakers 2026 DESCRIPTION:ICBE Advanced Productivity is delighted to support Changemakers 2026.\nThe goal with Changemakers has always been to help nurture leaders across Ireland.  Providing ideas\, inspiration and challenge to help them become the best version of themselves. \nThis year the focus is on how to find\, nurture and sustain excellence that exists inside every person and every organisation.  The keynote speaker will be Frank Devine – author of Rapid Mass Engagement. \nJoin the conference at one of the following great locations (places limited to 40 at each venue): \n  \nRegister Here\n(Please include ICBE in the company name  field for invoicing) \n\n29 Sept 2026: Glenavon Hotel\, Cookstown\n30 Sept 2026: Glenroyal Hotel\, Maynooth\n1 Oct 2026: Radisson Blu\, Bunratty\, Limerick\n2 Oct 2026: Vienna Woods\, Cork\n\nAgenda \n08:00    Arrival & Refreshments \n08:15    Welcome address – Excellence is an Inside Job \n08:30    Find It \nWe will investigate how to find excellence in your organisation usingBenchmarking\, Maturity Assessments and Road mapping to help deliverclarity and direction \n09:45    Nurture It \nDiscover how to nurture excellence by building an effective learningand development system  that focuses on leadership; lean and coaching.So that Excellence becomes an Inside Job \n11:15     Sustain It \nBuilding systems\, processes and frameworks will enable you tosustain excellence in your organisation for the longer term \n12:00      Interactive Workshop \n12:45      Reflections & Action Plan \n13:00      Lunch & Networking \n14:30      Close & Depart \n  \nCosts & To Book: \n€195 per person (€136.50 with skillnet funding applied) \n \nChangemakers on the Road 2026 – S A Partners URL:https://icbe.ie/event/changemakers-2026/ CATEGORIES:Events,ICBE Advanced Productivity Skillnet END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20260924T080000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20260924T160000 DTSTAMP:20261001T101910Z CREATED:20260902T164649Z LAST-MODIFIED:20261001T101910Z UID:16596-1790236800-1790265600@icbe.ie SUMMARY:IPSEN MANUFACTURING IRELAND DESCRIPTION:Fully Booked\n  \nICBE is delighted to present a unique Benchmarking Visit to Ipsen Manufacturing\nShingo Award recipient 2024\n  \nfollowed by a workshop with Eilish Henry – Redefining Excellence\n  \n \nIPSEN MANUFACTURING IRELAND \nDUBLIN \nFull day ICBE Benchmarking Visit & Workshop \nSustaining Excellence throughout Everyday Leadership \n& \nWorkshop: Redefining Excellence\, delivered by Eilish Henry \n  \nContact kate@icbe.ie\n  \nThursday 24th September 2026 \n9.00am – 15.45pm \n  \nPlease register just one person per member organisation – we may be able to accommodate further attendees depending on demand. \nAgenda with times and logistics information will be sent to registered attendees in advance of the visit. \n \n  \nEilish Henry has 17 years’ experience working with the Shingo Institute and was the first Shingo global coach appointed in Europe. Eilish has worked across a wide range of sectors\, helping a large number of organisations lead successful cultural change programmes and 44 organisations to achieve Shingo Awards globally. URL:https://icbe.ie/event/ipsen-manufacturing-ireland/ CATEGORIES:Benchmarking Visits,Events,ICBE Advanced Productivity Skillnet END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20260923T130000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20260923T140000 DTSTAMP:20260914T132727Z CREATED:20260903T142112Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260914T132727Z UID:16603-1790168400-1790172000@icbe.ie SUMMARY:Reskilling & Workforce Transformation: Preparing talent for evolving roles and AI integration | Free Webinar DESCRIPTION:Reskilling and Workforce Transformation: Preparing Talent for Evolving Roles and AI Integration\nDate:  Wednesday 23rd September\, 2026 at 1pm  | 45 min webinar (plus Q & A)\n  \nRegister here to secure your place on this free webinar. \n  \nSession Overview\nThe rapid adoption of AI means 60% of the global workforce will need to be re-skilled by 2030\, according to the World Economic Forum. Many experts believe the next few years will witness huge disruption and transformation in the workplace. Join us on Sept 23rd for this lunchtime webinar with AI Transformation expert Marie Toft who will survey the current AI Landscape\, outline how to re-define the Human Edge and explain the psychology of AI Adoption. Marie will describe how to develop AI fluency in your company and reveal the immediate steps you can take to prepare for this rapidly evolving change.  This webinar is suitable for all\, please feel free to share with your colleagues and teams. \n \nAbout the Presenter\nMarie Toft is CEO & Founder of Emotionise AI and Implementation Lead at Thoughtfox AI Transformation & Governance Consulting\, where she guides organisations through Responsible AI\, ethics\, and governance. \nAs a psychotherapist\, she understands Change Management and the power skill of emotional intelligence. As a tech founder\, she has been working & creating Gen AI for 5 years which she believes uniquely qualifies her to help organisations prepare for and navigate their Generative AI journey. \n  \nRegister here to secure your place.\n  URL:https://icbe.ie/event/reskilling-workforce-transformation-preparing-talent-for-evolving-roles-and-ai-integration-free-webinar/ CATEGORIES:Aviation Skillnet,Events,ICBE Advanced Productivity Skillnet,ICBE Business Excellence Skillnet END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20260915T083000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20260915T113000 DTSTAMP:20260826T102119Z CREATED:20260821T114745Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260826T102119Z UID:16561-1789461000-1789471800@icbe.ie SUMMARY:IT'S ABOUT TIME - How time shapes leadership\, organisational culture\, and performance DESCRIPTION:It’s About Time– Is time the currency of leadership?Kemmy Business School Executive Education hosts a critical reflection on the value of your time. \nTuesday\, September 15th 8.30 – 11.30am \nClick here to register for this FREE event:It’s About Time Tickets\, Tuesday 15 September  •  8:30 AM – 11:30 AM | Eventbrite \n  \n\nHow time shapes leadership\, organisational culture\, and performance\nHow time functions as the currency of modern leadership – examining time-poverty\, AI\, & wellbeing\n\n  \nSpeakers include \n\nMartin Hynes\, Senior Director\, Process Development\, Boston Scientific\nStephen Wright\, Senior Director\, Cyber Security Governance\, Dell\nAngela Willis\, Assistant Commissioner for Organised and Serious Crime\, An Garda Síochána\nProfessor Giles Warrington\, Professor of Human Performance and Innovation\, Department of Physical Education and Sport Sciences\nProfessor Sarah MacCurtain\, Department of Work and Employment Studies\, Kemmy Business School (KBS)\nDr. Annmarie Ryan\, Department of Management and Marketing\, KBS\nProfessor Stephen Kinsella\, Head of Department\, KBS. Economic Advisor to An Tánaiste and the Minister for Finance\n\n  \nIn today’s business environment\, leaders are under constant pressure to move faster\, achieve more and do it all with ever-increasing demands on their attention. Time has become the currency of leadership. Yet despite its importance\, we rarely pause to examine our relationship with it. \nWe are delighted to invite you to ‘It’s About Time’\, hosted by Kemmy Business School Executive Education\, bringing together a distinguished audience of business leaders and academics. \nThis thought-provoking event will explore questions that sit at the heart of modern leadership. Is time a barrier to leadership effectiveness or a strategic resource? Are leaders genuinely time poor\, or has AI altered our perception of time? How does the way we experience time influence our decisions\, behaviours and wellbeing? What impact does time have on organisational culture\, innovation and performance? What lessons can leadership learn from the study and understanding of time itself? \nAs time feels like it is accelerating\, this event creates an opportunity for critical reflection\, discussion and insight around an increasingly important conversation: not simply how we manage time\, but how time shapes leadership. URL:https://icbe.ie/event/its-about-time-is-time-the-currency-of-leadership-a-critical-reflection-on-the-value-of-your-time/ LOCATION:Glucksman Library\, University of Limerick\, Glucksman Library\, University of Limerick\, Limerick\, V94 DPY6\, Ireland CATEGORIES:Events,ICBE Business Excellence Skillnet END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20260909T113000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20260909T123000 DTSTAMP:20260821T105840Z CREATED:20260821T095510Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260821T105840Z UID:16552-1788953400-1788957000@icbe.ie SUMMARY:ICBE Free Knowledge Session: Why Before How - Getting Value from AI DESCRIPTION:Why Before How – Getting Value from AI\n\n– A practical hour on choosing the right approach:  Analytics\, AI\, or Agents\n  \nWednesday\, September 9th at 11:30am \nFree Knowledge Session with Dave Clarke\, Clarke Analytics \n\n40-minute live online session + 10 minutes Q&A\nBook Now\nWe will send you the Team link prior to the 9th \n  \nWhat will be covered / what you’ll gain from attending: \nMost organisations are experimenting with AI. Far fewer are getting real value from it – and the difference is rarely the tool. It’s the question asked before the tool: why? \nIn this practical session\, Dave Clarke cuts through the hype with a plain-English map of the modern AI landscape – from BI and classical analytics through LLMs to agentic AI – and a straightforward way to match each approach to the problems it genuinely solves. \nYou will leave with: \n\nA clear\, jargon-free understanding of deterministic analytics\, probabilistic AI (GenAI) and agentic AI – and what each is actually good at\nA practical way to match business problems to the right approach\, and to spot when AI isn’t the answer at all\nSimple checks for judging whether an AI output can be trusted\nA risk-based view of AI governance and the EU AI Act – what really applies to everyday business use\nAn honest look at why Gen AI feels easier than it is\, and how to avoid the overconfidence trap\n\n\nTake away artefact: Helen’s favourite prompts that are useful regardless of market sector or role\n\n  \nWho should attend / who will benefit: \nProfessionals who want to cut through the AI hype and Jargon and want to understand why and where to use AI\, Gen AI or Agents. No technical background is required – just curiosity. \n  \n \nDave Clarke is CEO and Digital Consultant at Clarke Analytics\, the Irish data analytics and AI consultancy he co-founded in 2016. A Certified Data Scientist with PMP and PMI-ACP credentials\, he has worked with organisations ranging from Eli Lilly\, Stryker\, EMC\, PWC\, Astellas\, Boston Scientific\, Accenture\, Vision Consulting and Heineken to name some and more than sixty Irish SMEs on practical digital transformation. Dave has delivered data analytics training in partnership with ICBE since 2021 and teaches on accredited programmes at Munster Technological University\, Atlantic Technological University and NIBRT.  Dave also delivers training for Data Shack across the US\, Europe and Asia Pacific. His focus is governance-first trustworthy and transparent AI adoption: helping teams get measurable value from analytics and AI using data they have access to. \n  URL:https://icbe.ie/event/icbe-free-knowledge-session-why-before-how-getting-value-from-ai/ CATEGORIES:Events,ICBE Advanced Productivity Skillnet,ICBE Knowledge Session END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20260904T090000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20260904T170000 DTSTAMP:20260903T143336Z CREATED:20260127T152425Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260903T143336Z UID:15576-1788512400-1788541200@icbe.ie SUMMARY:Level 1 Foundation in Professional Coaching Skills DESCRIPTION:Level 1 Foundation in Coaching (Online)\nwith Ailbhe HarringtonAccredited by International Coaching Federation\n  \n21st August 2026  Welcome & Induction to the programme and student platform \nProgramme: September 2026 to May 2027 via Zoom / Starts Sept 4th 2026 \nCost = €3\,150 ICBE Member / €4\,500 Non-Memberwith 30% Skillnet funding applied Click below link to view full detailshttps://aspirecoachtraining.com/about-aspire-coach-training/level-1-foundation-in-coaching/ \n  \nNOTE: In order to graduate from this Level 1 programme\, you must attend and complete all training activities. Furthermore\, if you miss day 6\, you will not be able to continue without catching up (at additional expense) before day 7. \nAll training days are delivered via ZOOM and start promptly at 9am (Irish time) and run until 17:30 \n  \nThis training will enable you to gain a recognised professional qualification\, the Associate Certified Coach Credential with the International Coaching Federation (ICF). \nIt is a highly experiential programme focusing on developing the core competencies and skills that have been set out by the ICF. In addition\, it is about growing your coaching mindset\, and increasing your self-awareness so that you can be an effective professional coach. We draw on thinking from Neuroscience\, Transactional Analysis\, Neuro Linguistic Programming and Carl Rogers Client Centred approach. We create a psychologically safe environment for learning\, and our style reflects a person-centred approach to adult learning. \nOnline training days which comprise your synchronous learning hours use the principal method of experiential learning: learning by doing\, coupled with personal reflection and exploration. There are tutor inputs\, interactive sessions\, discussions\, practice with observation and feedback\, live demonstrations of coaching by credentialed coaches; MCC\, PCC and ACC\, a group coach mentoring day +2 x 90 mins individual coach mentoring sessions. There are also additional self-directed asynchronous learning hours that are completed outside of the training days. These include a reflective journal\, short assignments\, quizzes\, recorded coaching demonstrations to review and learn from\, short questionnaires\, reflective questions\, and preparation for your individual coach mentoring sessions. \nResources are provided to support you for when you with set up a business as coach or working as an internal coach when you complete the programme. Finally\, to integrate the skills that you are learning you also engage in peer-to-peer coaching and coaching real clients during the programme so that you start to build your coaching experience and hours as a coach. \n \n  \nAspireCoachTraining_Level_1_Brochure_2026_V5 URL:https://icbe.ie/event/post-15576/ CATEGORIES:ICBE Advanced Productivity Skillnet END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20260902T120000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20260902T130000 DTSTAMP:20260818T090952Z CREATED:20260812T131853Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260818T090952Z UID:16485-1788350400-1788354000@icbe.ie SUMMARY:Making AI Work: The role of Lean and OpEx in process improvement using AI DESCRIPTION:  \nICBE Advanced Productivity Skillnet Webinar \nMaking AI Work: The role of Lean and OpEx in process improvement using AI\n\nFree Webinar\nSeptember 2nd\, 2026 12pm \nThe rapid development of Artificial Intelligence (AI) is creating significant opportunities to improve and automate how work is performed.  However\, the availability of powerful AI tools also raises an important question for organisations: Does AI change the established principle that processes should be understood\, mapped\, simplified and improved before they are automated? \n  \nThis 45-minute webinar explores AI adoption through a Lean and OpEx lens.  It argues that AI has not changed one of the fundamental principles of successful process improvement: \n  \n\nStandardise → Optimise → Simplify → Automate (Using AI)\n\n  \nIf we apply a powerful AI tool to a process that is poorly understood\, overly complex\, full of waste or simply ineffective\, AI does not magically correct those problems.  The session will demonstrate how Lean can provide the framework for more effective AI adoption.  It will examine how Lean thinking can help organisations avoid simply automating existing waste and complexity.  Examples will be provided where AI can be used alongside existing Lean & OpEx tools such as: \n  \n\nAI as idea generator (Brainstorming\, Problem Solving)\nAI as a drafting assistant (turn notes into Flowcharts and Process Maps)\n\n  \nDelivered by Brian Coll\, ATU \n \n  \n \nwww.atu.ie \n  \nBrian is a lecturer in the School of Mechanical & Manufacturing Engineering at Atlantic Technological University (ATU)\, Sligo\, where he lectures and is programme chair for the Lean\, Six Sigma & OpEx White\, Yellow and Green belt programmes. A pioneer in online learning\, he helped launch Ireland’s first lecture podcasts for online students and co-developed and delivered Ireland’s first MOOC on Lean Sigma Quality.  Brian brings over 20 years’ experience in quality management\, having held Director and Vice President roles with multinational organisations in Europe\, the United States\, and Mexico.  He earned an SMT Vision Award for a process-control innovation in electronics manufacturing and holds a U.S. patent related to his work in this area. URL:https://icbe.ie/event/making-ai-work-the-role-of-lean-and-opex-in-process-improvement-using-ai/ CATEGORIES:Events,ICBE Advanced Productivity Skillnet,Webinars END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20260625T090000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20260625T140000 DTSTAMP:20260619T101649Z CREATED:20260611T112022Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260619T101649Z UID:16405-1782378000-1782396000@icbe.ie SUMMARY:Benchmarking Visit to :   Tirlán Lough Egish\, Co. Monaghan. 25th June 2026 DESCRIPTION:Benchmarking Visit to : \nTirlán Lough Egish \nBusiness Park\, Tullynamalra\, Lough Egish\, Co. Monaghan\, A75 H525 \n25th June\, 2026 \nLocated in Lough Egish Co Monaghan\, this Tirlán UHT Cream processing site is on Shingo Challenge journey. In this visit and site tour\, the Tirlán Lough Egish team will focus on core aspects of our Shingo journey\, specifically our approach to strategy planning and deployment\, continuous improvement and capability building\, as well as our daily management approach: \n  \n  \n\n Strategy Deployment ( World Class Targets) – Turning Purpose into Daily Action\n\n\nDevelopment of a clear enterprise aligned Site Purpose\nHow our strategic priorities are translated into clear\, actionable goals at all levels\nDeployment Systems\, Running Today\, Develop Tomorrow\, World Class Target\nChallenges and lessons learned in driving ownership and accountability\n\n\n Developing Tomorrow (Strategically Aligned Project Portfolio Management) – Continuous Improvement & Capability Building\n\n\nEmbedding continuous improvement as a core way of working\n\n\nHow we build capability through structured problem solving and engagement\nCreating ownership and involvement across teams to drive improvement\n\n\nEvolution of our approach to ensure ongoing learning\, adaptability\, and sustainability\n\n\n Running Today(Safe and Reliable Operation Execution Every Day) – 3M Management \n\n\nEvolution of our Daily Management system and key milestones on our journey\n\n\nHow we drive and challenge the right behaviours through daily routines\nRole of Leader Standard Work (LSW) in sustaining consistency and discipline\n\n\nUse of visual management\, accountability processes\, and performance tracking\nIntegration of Shingo principles and recognition systems into daily operations\n\nAs a host site\, the team are very conscious that they don’t have all the answers and would appreciate commentary and feedback from visiting companie. \nOnly one person per member organisation may attend but depending on demand\, we may be able to accommodate further attendees. \n Register now\n \n \n \nMax 12 people \nAgenda with times and logistics information will be sent to registered attendees in advance of the visit \n  \n \n  URL:https://icbe.ie/event/benchmarking-visit-to-tirlan-lough-egish-co-monaghan-25th-june-2026/ CATEGORIES:Benchmarking Visits,Events,Site Visits END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20260623T123000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20260623T133000 DTSTAMP:20260610T172012Z CREATED:20260527T133521Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260610T172012Z UID:16311-1782217800-1782221400@icbe.ie SUMMARY:ICBE Free Webinar: Emerging Insights on Leadership - Claiming and Granting Leadership DESCRIPTION:Emerging Insights on Leadership – Claiming and Granting Leadership\nwith Dr. Sarah Kieran\, Kemmy Business School\, UL \nTuesday\, June 23rd starting at 12.30pm \n1-hour Free webinar \n  \nJoin Dr. Sarah Kieran in conversation with previous participants in the Wisdom in Action Leadership Experience\, Shane Devoy\, Site Lead\, TE Connectivity and Simone Dwyer\, Director of Command Centre Analytics\, Teleflex Medical. \nAdvancing your own leadership\, and supporting your teams to step up to lead\, is like a dance. The rhythm of the dance is the process of claiming and granting leadership spaces\, opportunities\, and even simple moments. It is hard to do one without the other. In our latest Wisdom in Action conversation\, we explore the granting and claiming of leadership from different levels and perspectives in the organisation. We discuss why it is a critical process for organisational success and explore how to build it as an organisational capability. \nOnce you register for this session\, we will forward the Webinar Link before the 23rd \nDr. Sarah Kieran is Director of Executive Education in the Kemmy Business School. Her research interests lie in areas such as strategic transformation\, leadership and the future of work. Today\, her work with UL centres on supporting organisations to build leadership capability. Prior to joining UL she worked as a Management Consultant in Strategic and Organisational Development. This followed ten years in the Telecoms Sector where she held a number of leadership roles in Strategy\, CRM and HRM. \n  \n Register now URL:https://icbe.ie/event/emerging-insights-on-leadership-with-dr-sarah-kieran-kemmy-business-school-ul/ LOCATION:online CATEGORIES:Events,ICBE Business Excellence Skillnet END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20260609T110000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20260609T120000 DTSTAMP:20260504T162823Z CREATED:20260413T102434Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260504T162823Z UID:16081-1781002800-1781006400@icbe.ie SUMMARY:ICBE Masterclass: Unlock Your Team’s True Performance Edge with Gerry Duffy - FREE ICBE-Member Only Event DESCRIPTION:Unlock Your Team’s True Performance Edge \nIn this powerful 60-minute online masterclass\, Gerry Duffy shares insights\nfrom working with over 1\,000 companies and organisations to reveal a simple truth:\nBetter results come from two things – strong relationships and ongoing people development \nDesigned for managers\, team leads and supervisors\, this session shows how building relationships + trust and investing in your people’s growth can drive performance\, engagement\, and accountability. \nICBE Member-Only Event\nTo register\, click the BOOK A PLACE button above\n  \nWho Should Attend? \n\nSenior Leaders\nManagers & Middle Managers\nTeam Leads & Supervisors\n\n  \nWhat You’ll Gain \n\nPractical ways to strengthen your impact as a leader\nSimple approaches to build stronger\, more effective relationships\nNew perspectives on developing your people beyond formal frameworks\nClear ideas you can apply immediately in your role\n\n  \nAbout the Speaker – Gerry Duffy \nGerry Duffy is one of Ireland’s leading high-performance and leadership speakers\, with over 16 years’ experience working with over 1\,000 companies and organisations including Aldi\, Astellas\, Boston Scientific\, British Gas\, Leo Pharma\, Silver Hill Foods\, Tesco\, Woodie’s DIY and Wuxi Biologistics. \nCombining business experience with elite endurance achievements-he once ran 32 marathons in 32 days and completed 10 Iron-distance triathlons in 10 days-Gerry brings a practical perspective on performing under pressure. \nHe focuses on helping leaders get the best from their people by building aligned\, accountable teams where individuals perform at their best and\, together\, deliver stronger results. \nHe is also the author of four books\, including Lessons for Leaders: 28 Insights to Reflect On for Senior Leaders and CEOs. \n Gerry Duffy. Picture Conor McCabe Photography \n   \n  URL:https://icbe.ie/event/icbe-masterclass-unlock-your-teams-true-performance-edge-with-gerry-duffy-free-icbe-member-only-event/ LOCATION:online CATEGORIES:Events,ICBE Business Excellence Skillnet END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20260609T093000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20260630T130000 DTSTAMP:20260520T161808Z CREATED:20250113T164300Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260520T161808Z UID:12960-1780997400-1782824400@icbe.ie SUMMARY:Power BI Fundamentals - Virtual Classroom DESCRIPTION:Power BI Fundamentals \n4 X half-day sessions via Zoom9:30am – 1pm \nTuesdays: June 9th\, 16th\, 23rd & 30th \nCost: €495 Member / €645 Non Member (per person)ICBE Business Excellence Skillnet funding applied \nIt is recommended that participants have a good knowledge of Excel Functions and Formulas such as VLOOKUP \nTo register on this course\, click the CONTACT US button above or contact alison@icbe.ie \nThis course is designed to Introduce participants to the Power BI Desktop\, covering the essential skills you need to create and save interactive Visual reports. \nWho should attend this course?  Aimed at people who work with data (Excel spreadsheets & VLOOKUP’s etc.)\, looking to build a solid foundation in Power BI skills. \nKey areas include: connecting to Data\, introducing the Data Model and how to shape your data\, how to build relationships\, use Many to One Relationships\, apply common DAX formula and functions and finally visualise your data with interactive reports\, all within the Power BI Desktop. \nBy the end of this course\, delegates should be able to create visually pleasing and informative Reports using the Power BI Desktop. You will learn how to load raw data into the Power Query and transform the same data into a Visual Report in Power BI. \nThis course will cover a selection of Visuals such as composition\, comparison and correlation\, along with Cards\, Slicers and Tables. You will also learn how to run Data Cleansing and apply common DAX formula covering some basic calculations and functions. \n  \nPre-requisites \n\nA good knowledge of Excel Functions and Formulas\nKnowledge of Relational Database concepts – if you can understand the logic behind VLOOKUP Formula\, you will easily understand how a relationship works between 2 separate tables in a database with a common key/column\nKnowledge of SharePoint – the best method of connecting excel spreadsheets to Power BI\nNo prior knowledge of creating charts is required\nAn understanding of the need to process your information visually\nAn understanding of the use of large datasets\n\n  \n\n\n\nCourse Content\n\n\n \nWhat is Power BI? \n\nThe Elements of Power BI\nExploring the Power BI Desktop\n\n  \nImporting Data Sources \n\nImporting and Connecting to Data Sources\nConnecting to a Data Source in Excel / CSV Files\n\n  \nTransform and Shaping data \n·       Introduction to the Power Query Editor \n·       Data Types\, Header Rows and Replace Values \n·       Remove Columns and Rows \n·       Splitting Columns \n·       Transforming Data – Number\, Date and Text Specific Tools \n·       Adding Columns \n·       Applied Steps \nIntroduction to the Data Model & Relating Tables \n·       Introduction to the Data Model \n·       Create and Edit a Relationship \n·       Many to One Relationships \n \n \nIntroduction to DAX \n·       Introduction to DAX Syntax \n·       Add a Calculated Column to a Dataset \n·       Using Count and Distinct Count Functions \n·       Create a Measure to be used in the Values Field of your Visuals \n  \nVisualizing Data in a Report \n·       Create a Report in Power BI \n·       Use Visuals such as Column\, Bar\, Line and Area Charts\, Funnel\, Cards\, Tables and Matrix \n·       Customising Formats \n·       Using Slicers \n·       Editing Interactions between Visuals \n·       Filters \n·       Drill – Through Filters \n  \nPublish Report to Power BI Service \n·       Overview on Publishing a Report to the Power BI Service \n·       Add Tiles to a Dashboard \n·       Q&A Question Box\n\n\n\n \n  \n  URL:https://icbe.ie/event/introduction-to-power-bi-virtual-classroom/ LOCATION:online CATEGORIES:ICBE Business Excellence Skillnet END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260609 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260611 DTSTAMP:20260526T123719Z CREATED:20260526T122600Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260526T123719Z UID:16291-1780963200-1781135999@icbe.ie SUMMARY:Enterprise Excellence 2026 DESCRIPTION:Enterprise Excellence 2026\n  \nThe ICBE Advanced Productivity Skillnet is proud to sponsor the Lean Business Ireland Enterprise Excellence Conference 2026 which takes place on 9th and 10th June at Atlantic Technological University\, in collaboration with the Atlantic Lean Network.  Organised by Lean Business Ireland\, the event is recognised as one of Europe’s leading conferences focused on Lean thinking\, continuous improvement\, operational excellence\, digital transformation and sustainability. The conference is expected to attract more than 500 leaders and professionals from Irish industry\, multinational organisations\, academia and the public sector. \nThe two-day programme will include keynote presentations\, panel discussions\, benchmarking visits\, masterclasses and networking opportunities designed to help organisations improve performance\, innovation and competitiveness. Industry experts from companies across manufacturing\, healthcare\, engineering and technology sectors will share practical case studies and insights on Lean leadership\, AI integration\, process optimisation and enterprise excellence. \nConference speakers announced so far include representatives from companies such as Coca-Cola Ballina\, Abbott\, Medtronic\, Zimmer Biomet\, DuPont and STERIS AST\, alongside academic and industry specialists from ATU and other organisations. (eeireland.com) \nThe event highlights Ireland’s growing reputation as a global centre for Lean and operational excellence\, while providing attendees with valuable opportunities to learn\, collaborate and exchange best practices. \nFor agenda and registration visit the conference website : Enterprise Excellence 2026 \n \n  \nNote that Skillnet Funding cannot be applied to conference attendance costs. URL:https://icbe.ie/event/enterprise-excellence-2026/ CATEGORIES:Events,ICBE Advanced Productivity Skillnet END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20260528T120000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20260528T130000 DTSTAMP:20260513T141152Z CREATED:20260513T141152Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260513T141152Z UID:16253-1779969600-1779973200@icbe.ie SUMMARY:ICBE Benchmarking/Knowledge-Sharing Forum: Tracking Training (Pharma\, Life Sciences & Med Dev) DESCRIPTION:Benchmarking/Knowledge-Sharing Forum\nfor ICBE Members Only\n12 – 1pm on Thursday 28th May\nvia Teams\n\nBenchmark against other organisations\nin pharma\, life sciences\, med dev industries in the following areas\n  \n\nAnnual training hours – Volume of training delivered each year (manufacturing & non-manufacturing areas)\nTracking methods – How hours and effectiveness are measured\nDelivery formats – Face‑to‑face\, online\, blended\, etc.\nLearning platforms – Use of an LMS or other systems\n\n  \nPlease contact grainne@icbe.ie or click the CONTACT US button above\nif you are available to attend an online forum/session to discuss these topics so that everyone can better understand industry norms\, common challenges and possible solutions.\nWe will then send you the Teams link (before 28th May) \n  \n\n  URL:https://icbe.ie/event/icbe-benchmarking-knowledge-sharing-forum-tracking-training-pharma-life-sciences-med-dev/ LOCATION:Online Via Teams CATEGORIES:Events,ICBE Business Excellence Skillnet END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20260520T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20260520T103000 DTSTAMP:20260427T152114Z CREATED:20260414T172058Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260427T152114Z UID:16130-1779271200-1779273000@icbe.ie SUMMARY:Working as part of a Multigenerational Workforce Free Webinar DESCRIPTION:  \n \nWorking as part of a Multigenerational Workforce \nDate: Wednesday May 20th\, 2026 @10am (30 min session + Q & A).   \nFree Webinar \nClick here to register\nOverview\nFor the first time in history\, five generations are working side-by-side in the workforce\, creating a highly diverse\, multigenerational environment . Whether you are leading across generations\, working alongside colleagues at very different career stages\, or simply curious about why the same workplace can feel so different to different people\, this session offers fresh thinking for navigating today’s evolving workforce.  Rather than treating generations as fixed categories with predetermined traits\, this webinar will provide attendees with a more nuanced understanding of why people differ at work – and what they can do about it intentionally. \nSuitable for all levels in the organisation\, please feel free to share details with your colleagues and teams. \n\n  \nAbout the Presenter\nMichelle McDaid is the founder of The Leading Place\, a purpose-driven startup helping organisations reimagine leadership and build cultures where both people and performance thrive. With over two decades of experience in technology leadership\, most recently as Senior Director of Engineering at Workhuman\, Michelle brings deep expertise in leading globally distributed teams\, scaling organisations\, and navigating complex change. \nShe combines real-world leadership experience with evidence-based insights from her recently completed MSc in Work & Organisational Behaviour at DCU\, where her research focused on how tech leaders build and maintain trust in remote and hybrid environments. \nThrough The Leading Place\, Michelle supports organisations with leadership development\, communication\, strategy\, and culture change. Her approach is grounded in trust\, psychological safety\, positive psychology\, and authentic connection. \nRecently shortlisted for a Newstalk Changemaker Award\, Michelle has also been recognised as a finalist in the Everywoman in Tech Awards and the Diversity in Tech Awards\, was listed in Diversein’s 133 Women Who Change the World\, and included in the CTO Craft 100\, recognising technology leaders shaping the future of the industry. Her thought leadership has been featured by CTO Craft\, Silicon Republic\, The Business Post\, and The Irish Examiner\, and she is a frequent speaker at conferences\, podcasts\, and panel discussions. You can check out Michelle’s podcast interviews here. \nMichelle McDaid LinkedIn\nThe Leading Place LinkedIn\n  \nClick here to register URL:https://icbe.ie/event/navigating-cyber-risk-in-aviation-free-lunchtime-webinar-tuesday-21st-april-12pm-copy/ CATEGORIES:Aviation Skillnet,Events,ICBE Advanced Productivity Skillnet,ICBE Business Excellence Skillnet END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20260518T110000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20260709T120000 DTSTAMP:20260521T153313Z CREATED:20260421T173001Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260521T153313Z UID:16185-1779102000-1783598400@icbe.ie SUMMARY:From AI Curiosity to AI Capability - A practical cross-functional programme in Data Analytics\, AI and Agentic AI DESCRIPTION:  \nStandard Cost: €1000 per person \nICBE Advanced Productivity Skillnet Fee €700 (30% Saving) \n \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \nClick on Link for video  URL:https://icbe.ie/event/post-16185/ LOCATION:Online session CATEGORIES:ICBE Advanced Productivity Skillnet END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20260514T090000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20260514T130000 DTSTAMP:20260423T080612Z CREATED:20260423T080612Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260423T080612Z UID:16225-1778749200-1778763600@icbe.ie SUMMARY:ICBE Benchmarking Visit Cook Medical DESCRIPTION:ICBE Benchmarking Visit \nCook Medical \nLimerick \n“Solve Problems Together: The Processes That Power CI at Cook Ireland” \nThe processes\, governance\, and culture that support continuous improvement \nThursday 14th May 2026 \n9.00am – 13.00pm \n  \nPlease register just one person per member organisation – we may be able to accommodate further attendees depending on demand. \n\nRegister here  \n\nAgenda with times and logistics information will be sent to registered attendees in advance of the visit. URL:https://icbe.ie/event/icbe-benchmarking-visit-cook-medical/ CATEGORIES:Benchmarking Visits,Events,ICBE Advanced Productivity Skillnet END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260508 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260510 DTSTAMP:20260108T093903Z CREATED:20241111T105450Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260108T093903Z UID:12781-1778198400-1778371199@icbe.ie SUMMARY:Teaming For Impact (Enhance Your Potential) DESCRIPTION:Teaming For Impact \nTwo days \nVirtual Delivery through Zoom10am – 12.30pm and 2pm – 4.30pm Cost: €450 member: €570 Non Member(inclusive of Insights cost / usually €120 + VAT) Contact grainne@icbe.ie for more details/if you are interested in this programmeAlso available as an in-company programme \n  \nIn today’s fast-paced world of global competition and digital disruption\, effective teams and self-aware individuals are key to driving success. High-performing teams and individuals collaborate better\, solve complex problems efficiently\, and adapt to challenges with agility\, giving their organisations a competitive edge. \nOur Team Effectiveness Programme is designed to benefit both individuals and teams from diverse organisations. Using Discovery Insights®\, a proven model that enhances self-awareness\, understanding of personality types\, communication styles\, and team dynamics\, this programme equips participants with the tools to improve collaboration\, communication\, and conflict resolution. It provides practical strategies for building stronger\, more cohesive teams-and helps individuals gain deeper self-awareness to excel in their roles. \n  \nWho Should Attend  \nThis programme is ideal for both individuals seeking personal effectiveness and development and teams aiming to improve their dynamics and performance: \n\nFor individuals: If you want to enhance your self-awareness\, understand your unique strengths\, and improve your communication and emotional intelligence\, this programme will provide personalised insights to help you grow.\n\n  \n\nFor teams: If you and your colleagues want to learn how to leverage your differences\, build trust\, and collaborate more effectively\, this programme will equip your team with strategies to improve communication and collaboration.\n\n  \nDAY 1 | Focuses on the concept of ‘me as part of a team’ \n\n\n\nPRE-WORK\n●         Discovery Insights Assessment \n●         Trustworthiness Self-Assessment \n \nEmotional Intelligence\n●         Emotional Intelligence \n●         Trustworthiness \nInsights Discovery \n●         Our Perceptions \n●         Colour Energy Theory and Impact \n●         Recognising & Influencing Types \nType Appreciation \n●         Personal Profile Review \nPersonal Reflective Audit \n●         Application of learning to enhance team and stakeholder relationships\, impact\, and influence.\n\n\n\n  \nDAY 2 | Focuses on the concept of ‘no I in team’ \n\n\n\nPOST-WORK\n●         Trust Reparation / Psych Safety Socialisation \n  \n \nTeam purpose\n●         HP Team Characteristics / 5 Dysfunctions \n●         My Team Why \n●         Psychological Safety \nInsights Discovery \n●         Team Dynamics \n●         Team Effectiveness Model / Audit \n●         Building Effective Team Relationships \n●         Goals\, Roles\, Processes\, Interactions \nTeam Performance \n●         Performance Formula Conflict Sources \n●         Conflict Management Styles \n●         Feedback and Candour (D4 Discovery Insights Model) \n \n\n\n\n  \nThis programme is perfect for anyone looking to learn how to: \n\n strengthen self & team performance and build trust.\ncreate a culture of psychological safety.\nimprove communication and reduce conflicts.\ngain insights into their own personality and working style\, and how to better collaborate with others.\n\n  \nWhy Choose This Programme?\n\nPersonalised Insights: Every participant receives a personalised Discovery Insights® profile\, offering deep understanding of their strengths\, communication style\, and areas for growth. This knowledge not only helps you become more self-aware but also enables you to understand and appreciate the working styles of others\, improving your workplace relationships.\nSelf-Awareness and Emotional Intelligence: Individuals who participate will gain valuable self-awareness\, which is foundational for personal and professional growth. You’ll learn how your unique personality impacts your interactions with others and discover ways to improve how you work within your team or organisation.\nTrust Building: Learn how to cultivate trust within teams\, helping members rely on one another\, share openly\, and collaborate more effectively.\nPsychological Safety: Discover strategies to create a team environment where all members feel safe to express ideas and take risks\, leading to more honest communication and innovation.\nEnhanced Communication: Through the Discovery Insights® model\, you will learn how to adapt your communication to connect better with others\, reducing conflicts and creating a more harmonious work environment.\nStrengthened Collaboration: Gain insights into how to leverage the diverse strengths of your team members to improve collaboration\, innovation\, and overall team performance.\n\n  \nTraining Provider\nOMT Global\, established in 1989\, is a partner to large Irish and multi-national organisations\, dedicated to enhancing the leadership skills of their people managers. From first-time leaders to senior executives\, we firmly believe in unleashing individuals’ full potential. We offer a range of consultancy\, training\, and development solutions tailored to organisations seeking to nurture and retain exceptional talent. Driven by our passion\, OMT Global strives for lasting organisational change. We transcend surface-level efforts\, guiding clients towards sustainable transformations in behaviours and work practices. www.omtglobal.com URL:https://icbe.ie/event/teaming-for-impact-enhance-your-potential/ LOCATION:online END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20260507T093000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20260527T163000 DTSTAMP:20260409T104738Z CREATED:20260226T162332Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260409T104738Z UID:15768-1778146200-1779899400@icbe.ie SUMMARY:QQI L6 Training Delivery and Evaluation - in person in Limerick (4 PLACES AVAILABLE) DESCRIPTION:REGISTRATION DEADLINE = Tuesday\, April 8th4 PLACES AVAILABLE QQI L6 Training Delivery and Evaluationin-person training programme 9.30am – 4:30pm x 4 daysMay 7th\, 20th\, 21st and 27th \nLocation: Castletroy Park Hotel\, Limerick    \nCost: €856 per person**includes certification costs + lunch & tea/coffee breaks38% Skillnet funding applied **Costs above are maximum costs based on 8 participantsIf more than 8 participants in total\, per person cost will reduce – Final costs will be confirmed prior to course beginningMax of 12 participants to ensure time for practice & interaction Contact grainne@icbe.ie for more details or click the CONTACT US button above & we will get back to you asapClick here to view brochure \nThis programme is essential for anyone who wants to gain knowledge and insight into professional training delivery skills and evaluation techniques. \nDuring this 4-day face-to-face classroom workshop\, you will gain valuable\, practical experience delivering mock training sessions. \nYou’ll receive helpful feedback from our experienced trainer along with guidance and support for your assessment work. \nTo achieve the QQI Certification\, you must successfully complete self-directed learning and assessment work in the 8 weeks following your course.  Your trainer will give you guidance and a detailed brief for this work. \n  \nModule 1: Concepts and Theories \n\nHow adults learn\nAdult learning styles\nMotivation in training\nEvaluation models to assess the effectiveness of your training\n\n  \nModule 2: Planning to Succeed \nFactors impacting upon the effectiveness of training \n\nTrainer competencies\nTrainer style and self-presentation\nTraining environment\nGroup dynamics and engagement\nLearning methodologies\n\nLegislative Awareness \n\nLegislation and its impact upon training\n\n  \nModule 3: Delivering Engaging Training \n\nBalanced time planning of material\nPresentation skills\nEffective explanation of material\nDeveloping confidence and overcoming nerves\nQuestioning and listening techniques\nBody language and its importance in training delivery\nProviding effective feedback\nCreating opportunities for participation\nDealing with challenging behaviours and difficult situations\nEffective use of visual aids\nDeveloping relevant and informative handouts\n\nModule 4: Evaluation of Training \n\nThe importance of evaluating training\nModels of Evaluation\, including Kirkpatrick’s 4 Levels of Evaluation\nDevising a range of evaluation approaches\nDetermining the effectiveness of training for all stakeholders\nChallenges presented in evaluation\nProviding written and verbal feedback to trainees\nSelf-reflection and personal improvement planning\n\n  \nMore About this Training Delivery & Evaluation QQI Certification \nWhy is this QQI Training Delivery & Evaluation certification often called “Train the Trainer”? \nThe old FETAC Train The Trainer Level 6 award was de-activated by QQI and is no longer available. \nQQI Training Delivery and Evaluation Level 6 course is the closest replacement in style and content to the old Train The Trainer course. \nQQI Training Delivery and Evaluation is a must for anyone who wants to deliver effective training\, in any environment. \n  \nWhat are the Objectives of this Training Delivery & Evaluation Course? \n\nDiscover and develop your own training styleThroughout the practical and theoretical learning of this programme\, you will begin to build a sense of your own unique approachto delivering training. This is a very important element for delivering high-impact\, successful training.\n\n  \n\nGain a structured\, effective approach to planning trainingWe show you how to get the right timing for your training sessions and map out your delivery and materials.\n\n  \n\nLearn and develop confidence with training delivery skillsThe term “delivery skills”encompasses such a broad scope of abilities required by trainers in all sectors.Here is a selection of what you’ll cover as part of this course: tips and techniques for presentation skills\, handling unexpected questions and challenging group dynamics\, delivering accurate feedback\, overcoming your own nerves.\n\n  \n\nUnderstand and be able to apply models of evaluation to your training sessionsEvaluationis an important element of training\, both for you as a trainer and for your trainees.The “evaluation” element of this course covers widely-utilised evaluation models such as Kirkpatrick’s Model of Evaluation. You’ll gain the ability to apply these models and provide constructive feedback to your trainees. You’ll also learn how to reflect upon your own performance and use what you learn to improve and grow as a trainer.\n\n  \n\nBe prepared to complete your assessment work and achieve your QQI CertificationFurther self-directed learning and assessment work is required to achieve your QQI Certificationin Training Delivery and Evaluation.During the course\, your trainer will provide you with a detailed assessment brief\, and guidance on how to approach your assessment work.\n\n  \n  URL:https://icbe.ie/event/qqi-l6-training-delivery-and-evaluation-in-person-in-limerick/ LOCATION:Castletroy Park Hotel\, Limerick\, Dublin Road\, Limerick\, Limerick\, V94 Y0AN\, Ireland END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20260423T120000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20260423T130000 DTSTAMP:20260413T173448Z CREATED:20260413T144307Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260413T173448Z UID:16101-1776945600-1776949200@icbe.ie SUMMARY:AI in 2026 and Beyond DESCRIPTION:AI in 2026 and Beyond\n  \nDate: Thursday 23rd April\nFree Webinar\nClick on the link to book \n\n\nChallenge \nAI as a technology is moving faster than any other technology we’ve seen in our working lifetimes. Every time you open up your computer\, there’s some new feature or advancement from one of the major AI players. For individuals and companies\, this is a huge challenge. How do I keep up?  What tools should I be using? \nContent \nThis session\, run by Joe Houghton\, will look at the current AI landscape and how individuals and small businesses\, as well as larger corporations\, are using it today but also starting to reshape their business processes to take fuller advantage of all the possibilities. \nWhat you’ll learn \nAI might be a technology\, but it’s not something just for the IT department. AI is an enabler across all aspects of any business. There’s no one tool fits all\, so a tool box approach is where you’re going to get the most out of using AI. We discuss current and emerging capabilities in a practical\, no-nonsense way. \nWho should attend \nAnyone who’s getting to grips with AI or interested in where it is today and where it’s going to be tomorrow \n\n\n  \n \nPresented By : \nJoe Houghton \nManaging Director \nHoughton Consulting \n  \nJoe is a recognised expert in AI\, consulting\, advising and training many educational institutions\, companies and charities on how to implement and use AI effectively. He is the author of 7 books on AI: \nAI Governance in Irish Finance: A Practical Guide for Compliance and Innovation \nStudy smart with AI – 150 essential tools \n100 ways AI can help… \nProject Managers 100 ways AI can help… \nManagement Consultants 100 ways AI can help… \nApplying Artificial Intelligence to Close the Accessibility Gap: A practical handbook for educators & students \nInnovative teaching with AI: Creative approaches to enhancing learning in education URL:https://icbe.ie/event/ai-in-2026-and-beyond/ CATEGORIES:Events,ICBE Advanced Productivity Skillnet,Webinars END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20260423T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20260506T120000 DTSTAMP:20260325T153241Z CREATED:20240819T113531Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260325T153241Z UID:12447-1776938400-1778068800@icbe.ie SUMMARY:Connect at your Best with Michelle Dinneen | Professional Development Programme DESCRIPTION:Connect at Your Best\nDelivered over 3 x 2 hr modules (1 day per week) via Zoom \nDates:  April 23rd\, 30th (Thursdays) and May 6th (Wednesday) \nFunded Cost: €195 per person  \nContact maeve@icbe.ie for enquiries or click here to book your place(s) \n  \nProgramme Overview \nDo you ever leave a meeting or interaction feeling frustrated\, thinking  “I could have handled that better” or regretting what was or wasn’t said?  If so\, this series of Connect at Your Best modules is for you.  Suitable for learners at all levels in the organisation the programme is delivered over 3 x  two-hour online workshops.  Modules include: \n\nCommunication & Conflict Resolution: Holding your ground  \nDifficult Conversations – Assertiveness & Feedback: Say what you want to say  \nEmotional Intelligence: E-Factor\n\n   \nLearning Outcomes \nOn completion of these modules\, participants will understand how to: \n\nHold their ground during difficult conversations/interactions\nAssert opinions effectively\nManage and regulate emotions\nApply practical strategies to improve interactions for better outcomes\n\nWORKSHOP 1: Communication & Conflict Resolution: Holding your ground \n\nPre-work: PAC assessment\nCommunication facts\nEffective listening & questioning\nConflict\nBeliefs & Learned behaviour\nEgo states\nAdult to Adult conversations\nLearning review\n\nWORKSHOP 2: Difficult Conversations – Assertiveness & Feedback: Say what you want to say \n\nPre-work: Assertiveness self – assessment\nOur most difficult conversations\nPassive – Assertive – Aggressive behaviour\nYes to the person & no to the task\nAssertiveness framework with practical application\nFeedback misconceptions\nThe power of facts\nLearning review\n\nWORKSHOP 3: Emotional Intelligence: E-Factor \n\nEmotional Intelligence – a brief history\nPrimary Emotions\nCommon misconceptions\nDimensions of EI\nTriggers & Tells\nEmotional hijacks & self-scan techniques\nCognitive Restructuring\nStrategies for improving EI & practical application\nLearning review\n\n \nAbout the Facilitator – Michelle Dinneen \nArdin Career Development is owned and run by Michelle Dinneen.  Michelle is qualified to Masters level in Human Resource Leadership and is a Master Trainer.  Michelle has over 20 years experience in both Operations and HR training\, learning & development in a regulated multi national environment. \nProgrammes are creative\, interactive and overall an enjoyable learning experience. \nContact maeve@icbe.ie for enquiries or click here to book your place(s) \n \n  URL:https://icbe.ie/event/connect-at-your-best-with-michelle-dinneen/ CATEGORIES:Aviation Skillnet END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20260423T090000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20260423T130000 DTSTAMP:20260402T084354Z CREATED:20260402T084048Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260402T084354Z UID:16028-1776934800-1776949200@icbe.ie SUMMARY:ICBE Benchmarking Visit Leo Pharma DESCRIPTION:ICBE Benchmarking Visit \nLeo Pharma \nDublin 12 \n“Developing Leaders & Ambassadors to Deploy Strategy & Problem Solve in their Area” \nThursday 23rd April 2026 \n9.00am – 13.00pm \n  \nPlease register just one person per member organisation – we may be able to accommodate further attendees depending on demand. \nRegister here  \nAgenda with times and logistics information will be sent to registered attendees in advance of the visit. URL:https://icbe.ie/event/icbe-benchmarking-visit-leo-pharma/ CATEGORIES:Events,ICBE Advanced Productivity Skillnet END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20260421T120000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20260421T130000 DTSTAMP:20260415T065847Z CREATED:20260407T131552Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260415T065847Z UID:16035-1776772800-1776776400@icbe.ie SUMMARY:Navigating Cyber Risk in Aviation Free Webinar DESCRIPTION:  \n \nNavigating Cyber Risk in Aviation: Aligning EASA Part-IS and NIS2 through a Risk-Based Approach\nDate: Tuesday April 21st 2026 @12pm (1 hr including Q & A).\n  \nClick here to register for this free webinar.  \n  \nOverview \n Cyber threats are an increasing risk to the aviation industry\, with real-world incidents in Ireland highlighting how quickly operations can be disrupted. In this short\, practical webinar\, Willis Towers Watson will explore recent Irish cybersecurity breach cases\, explain common attack methods\, and share key lessons learned. \nThe aviation sector must comply with the obligations and requirements set out in the EASA Part IS regulation and the NIS2 directive. A common thread across both frameworks is the risk-based approach that organisations are required to adopt. \nThis webinar will analyse the existing gaps and overlaps between the EASA Part-IS Phase 2 and the NIS2 directive.  It will explore how both regulations call for a structured risk-based approach\, covering risk identification\, measurement\, treatment and communication to the board of directors\, regulators and third parties. We will also share practical\, actionable tips on how to align with both regulations when conducting a maturity assessment and a cyber risk management process. For the former\, we will provide insights into the preferred framework prescribed by the NCSC in Ireland (CyFun); for the latter\, we will examine how qualitative and quantitative techniques (inspired by methodologies such as FAIR) can be used to measure and communicate risk results\, enabling informed decisions before authorities and stakeholders. \nLearning points include:\n\nThe key obligations and requirements of EASA Part-IS Phase 2 and the NIS2 directive\, and how they apply to aviation organisations.\nThe gaps and overlaps between both regulations\, and how to navigate them efficiently.\nHow to implement a structured\, risk-based approach that satisfies the requirements of both frameworks.\nHow to conduct a cybersecurity maturity assessment aligned with the CyFun framework\, as prescribed by the National Cyber Security Centre in Ireland.\nHow to apply qualitative and quantitative risk measurement techniques\, including methodologies inspired by FAIR\, to assess and prioritise cyber risks.\nHow to communicate risk results effectively to your board of directors\, regulators\, and third parties.\n\n  \n About the Presenter \nThe webinar will be delivered by Dr. Fernando Sevillano\, Head of Cybersecurity Services for Willis Western Europe. Before joining WTW Willis in 2019\, Fernando held various leadership and senior roles for more than 30 years in the ICT market with a focus on cyber risk\, cybersecurity\, and real-time management in the manufacturing and critical infrastructure sectors. He is a PhD (Computer Science)\, CISSP equivalent\, MD in Enterprise Communication and a BD in Economics and Business Management from the Rey Juan Carlos University. He has also co-authored several books on cyber risk management\, industrial cybersecurity\, and cloud computing. He also actively participates in research with the Rey Juan Carlos University Cyber Security Cluster\, with which he has published around 5 international and 15 national articles. \n  \n \n  \nClick here to register for this free webinar. URL:https://icbe.ie/event/navigating-cyber-risk-in-aviation-free-lunchtime-webinar-tuesday-21st-april-12pm/ CATEGORIES:Aviation Skillnet,Events END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR