This week on the roundup: consumer awareness, walking festivals, employing in Portugal, webinars and podcasts, Lean-Agile transformations, tax benefits, marketing and branding, collaborations, fundraisers, mortgages, awards, carbon-neutrality, mentoring, meet-ups, modernization, challenges, support, solutions, and more!

But first...

Don't forget to keep checking the IPBN Job Board for current employment opportunities from within the network! Who knows? The perfect job for you could be waiting there!

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IPBN Media partner Essential Business posted about business responsibilities and consumer awareness of sustainable energy issues. They were at the fore at the 4th Ireland Portugal Business Network Sustainability Conference that took place in Lisbon in March.

IPBN member Cheryl Smith invited you to come along with IPBN member, Figs on the Funcho, and participate in their Walking Festival, beginning on May 11th, where you’ll experience the stunning natural scenery of the Algarve region. Furthermore, on May 23rd, you'll have the opportunity to acquire straightforward and calming techniques that will enhance your overall well-being, promote better health and energy levels, and uncover natural ways to prevent illnesses. 

IPBN member BRIDGE IN shared a post about employing in Portugal as a foreign entity: what are the options? Today we explore the differences between setting up as a Foreign Employer in Portugal and relying on the services of a local Employer of Record. Read here or get in touch to know what's the best model for your needs.

IPBN member Sovereign Group sent an invitation to a Sovereign Webinar: UK Property Investment Opportunities on Monday, 17th April.

IPBN member Fresh Agile shared that Graham will be training the Leading SAFe course virtually on behalf of QRP International. The Leading SAFe® course offers an introduction to the foundations of SAFe and provides the principles and practices to confidently drive a Lean-Agile transformation. Further Course details can be found here. If you would like to book a place then please go here

And find out here why hiring an Agile Coach is a Smart Financial Move.

IPBN member Yunit Consulting wonders if you know about Tax Benefits for Companies. Find here the answers to your questions in the selection of FAQ.

IPBN Executive Partner The Portugal News says the Algarve is well known as one of the prestigious golf destinations in Europe, with over 40 golf courses scattered throughout the region.

IPBN member StrongStep posted about Webinar ISO 27001 News and Updates.

IPBN member askblue said that last week we had the pleasure of being sponsors of the first StarTalk, promoted by Prémio Cinco Estrelas, a cycle of 3 Talks on marketing and brands, which brought very interesting and diverse perspectives on this topic.

IPBN member Allan Boyle says, "If you are in Dublin on 22nd May, then this upcoming Africa day celebration and collboaration event between two great business schools would be well worth attending."

IPBN member Mario Gago and Joao Monteiro at Nest Collective shared that Pink Room together with Deemaze Software is doing a fundraiser for the Patinhas Desamparadas Association. Can you help? If so, pass by their office or the Nest Collective and leave your donation by April 6.

IPBN member Robert Forbes posted about How to Choose the Right Mortgage for Your Home.

IPBN member KRA Renewables is thrilled to share that a project KRA Renewables worked on has been nominated for the Project of the Year at the Irish Construction Excellence Awards.

IPBN member Aspire Technology posted, "For one of the top world mobile network operator Groups and a long-term client of Aspire, our team successfully delivered the first stage of the project for HLD & integration of 3rd party nonRT-RICs with the client’s Open Network Automation Platform (ONAP) compliant Service Management and Orchestration (SMO)."

IPBN member OCM Portugal's guide provides you with a summary of taxes payable by each party involved when ownership of property is transferred in Portugal.

IPBN member Lagos Digital Nomads' speed Networking and Mentoring sessions are authentic moments of sharing and connection among members of our Lagos Digital Nomad Community!

IPBN member C-More|Beyond the Obvious' Project Manager, Joana Pinto, shares her opinion about the importance of local governments creating a carbon-neutral business network.

IPBN member Carlos Justino posted about the importance of technological modernization for sustainability.

IPBN member Pedro Castro Henriques asked, "What challenges do growing tech companies face today? What advice to give? Madiff asked us for some tips ... we shared our perspective at this exciting international podcast!"

IPBN member VMotion IT Solutions knows how to determine the right omnichannel support for your eCommerce business. Learn how Jira Service Management can ease customer support burden.

IPBN member Lawler Sustainability is thrilled to announce that their brand-new website is officially live! This new website makes it easier for you to learn all about our best-in-class sustainability strategies, energy solutions, project experience, and more.