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PTSB backs Guaranteed Irish awards

The stage is set for another celebration of Irish enterprise as the Guaranteed Irish Business Awards 2026, sponsored by PTSB, returns for its fifth consecutive year. The awards shine a spotlight on businesses that put Ireland first. The awards will take place earlier than usual, with a gala event on Thursday, March 5 2026 at a […]

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Kia reminder about clean beach drive

There’s still time to register and join over 7,000 volunteers across Ireland who have signed up already for the clean beach campaign running for three days from September 19. Supported by car maker Kia Ireland, the call-to-action is part of the International Coastal Cleanup (ICC), a global idea led by Ocean Conservancy to mark the […]

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Vandermeersch to exit Mediahuis (I)

Peter Vandermeersch is to leave his post as chief executive of Mediahuis Ireland in October after three years in the role. He was publisher of the Belgian company’s Irish operations since the takeover of the former Independent News & Media (INM) in 2019. Vandermeersch’s replacement as CEO is the group’s chief content officer Sheena Pierse. […]

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Claire Byrne set to rejoin Newstalk

Newstalk has confirmed that RTÉ presenter Claire Byrne will rejoin the station early next year as Pat Kenny moves to a new weekend slot with the station. Byrne, who will host a new mid-morning show on Newstalk, will be replaced on RTÉ Radio 1’s Today radio show by David McCullagh. He currently fronts the Six […]

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PRII appoints Laura Wall as new CEO

The Public Relations Institute of Ireland (PRII) has appointed Laura Wall as its new chief executive. The former group director of PR and advocacy at Thinkhouse replaces Dr Martina Byrne, who recently stepped down to pursue other business interests. Wall has 16 years of agency experience across the UK and Ireland, specialising in brand and consumer […]

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PwC expects €7.5bn spend by 2029

Ireland’s media, internet and entertainment industries are predicted to grow by 3.3 per cent annually over the next four years, an analysis by PricewaterhouseCooper (PwC) indicates. The consulting firm looked at internet advertising, music, radio, podcasts, newspapers, traditional TV, video on demand, video games, books and out of home (OOH) advertising. They predict an overall […]

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CHI urges HSE boycott of Teva

A group of 57 consultants at Children’s Health Ireland (CHI) have called on the HSE to stop using medicines manufactured by Israeli firm Teva Pharmaceutical Industries where “viable alternatives” are available. The company, whose products include Sudocrem (above), is ranked as one of the world’s biggest makers of generic and specialist drugs. In a letter […]

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Marketing Network pivots in rebrand

As part of an ambitious goal to 10X the company, the Marketing Network agency group has rebranded its operation. The result is the launch of two new specialist companies, Tilt and Rage, which sit alongside Valda Boardman PR as well as the parent Marketing Network Group, both of which have rolled out new brand identities. […]

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Dentsu’s Pulse detects consumer uncertainty

The latest Pulse consumer sentiment report by Dentsu shows that mixed feelings linger with uncertainty at the wheel. In a survey of 1,000 Irish adults, the agency examined how they are feeling amid ongoing economic and geopolitical turbulence. The results reveal a nation grappling with uncertainty but not without glimmers of optimism. While mixed emotions […]

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Mick McCarthy in Heineken 0.0 promo

Former Republic of Ireland international captain and manager Mick McCarthy fronts a new Heineken 0.0 promotion, a ‘redemption’ story that comes with a pint on the house. The promotion runs until September 14 in participating pubs nationwide. The playful campaign was created for the Dutch brewer by Thinkhouse. McCarthy channels his signature dry humour as […]

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IAPI to host talk on career growth

The Institute of Advertising Practitioners in Ireland (IAPI) and its Futureheads Council will present the second part of a two-part Breaking Barriers series in September. The session, entitled ‘Inside the C-Suite’, is aimed at promoting meaningful career growth with three top agency executives sharing advice and insights based on their work experiences. The speakers are […]

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Vodafone backs WRWC on RTÉ Television

Vodafone Ireland has extended its ties with Irish rugby by signing up as the title sponsor of RTÉ’s coverage of  this year’s Women’s Rugby World Cup (WRWC) for an undisclosed sum. The tournament starts this Friday and runs until to September 27. It will be the biggest tournament to date, with an expanded 16 teams […]

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ICAD opens ticket sales for awards

Early bird tickets are now on sale for the annual creative awards show hosted by the Institute of Creative Advertising & Design (ICAD). This year marks the 67th celebration of Ireland’s advertising and design work. Since 1958, the awards night have also provided a chance for guests to connect, inspire and honour the work that […]

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