This week on the roundup: invitations, real estate, nursing degrees, payments, robotics, opinion pieces, upcoming forums, knowledge sharing, international meetings, brand origins, new openings, aerial classes, webinars, insights, rocking solar heating, business training, video musts, tax advice, challenges, and more!

But first...

The network has been very busy over the last few months— Find out what you may have missed and what lies ahead for the IPBN in our April/May newsletter!

And now...

The Embassy of Ireland to Portugal is currently inviting Expressions of Interest in the position of Honorary Consul of Ireland in the Algarve Region. All relevant details are here and the deadline for submission is Friday 19 May.

IPBN member ITPEERS' Paulo Padilha is pleased to announce another Iberian InsurTech forum, this time in Lisbon on the 12th of May from 9 am to 6.30 pm. He said, "I invite you all to mark your presence (in person or online). The event is free but subject to registration."

IPBN member Sovereign invites you to a live webinar. Do recent changes to leading European Residency Programmes signal an end to Alternative Residency Planning opportunities? Join them on Wednesday, 10th May at 10h London, 11h Cape Town, 13h Dubai, and 17h in Hong Kong.

IPBN member Eterna International shared that Dublin’s high-end real estate market has been upward in recent years, with luxury properties in prime locations commanding high prices. Read more here!

IPBN member Nuno Pinto said, "One of the reasons I love what I do is to witness on how a nursing degree can truly become a powerful tool for social mobility and ascension for the individual."

IPBN member NoFrixion's CEO, Feargal Brady, talked about the pain points of receiving, and making payments. Feel free to listen to the full podcast here.

IPBN member HPA Health Group's 19th issue of HPA Magazine is now available! Robotics in Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia, Breast Cancer, Contributions of Nutrition and Maternity HPA Gambelas are just some of the topics highlighted. Happy reading!

IPBN member FAmazing is proud to share the opinion piece of their CEO João Fernandes, published in Valor Magazine! Inclusion and diversity are the key to creating stronger, more resilient brands, and marketing should serve as a bridge to bring people together, regardless of their differences.

IPBN member askblue's partner Paulo Nunes was one of the guests at the Portugal-Brazil Business Forum that took place last Monday, April 24th, in the city of Matosinhos. The event was attended by the President of Brazil, Lula da Silva, and brought together about 200 businessmen from both countries.

IPBN member Mobiwebis embracing public speaking: Elevating Our Team Through Knowledge Sharing. "This year, we've made some changes in our approach to professional development at our company."

IPBN member KRA Renewables shared some exciting news! KRA Renewables has been shortlisted for the PwC - Business Post Sustainable Business Awards in the Sustainable Small Business of the Year category.

IPBN member Kieran O’Brien at Core Optimisation said, "The team is in Dubai this week for a series of meetings at Arabian Travel Market - huge thanks to Cara Edwards and all the team at Enterprise Ireland for their support as we bring our expertise in digital marketing and digital transformation to new markets."

IPBN member Monsoon Consulting posted, "How did we start? Do you love brand origin stories as much as we do? Here’s ours!"

IPBN partner InvestPorto says that the World Health Organization will open a center of excellence in Porto, which will be the organization's first global office specifically devoted to technology, robotics, and health entrepreneurship.

IPBN member Escala25 invites you to try aerial performance! Join them as they inaugurate their weekly aerial classes at Escala25 with top-level trained and certified circus performer Rebecca! Register today at contact@escala25.com to give it a try and find a new way to dangle from the arch!

IPBN member Yunit Consulting's SME Heroes Webinar can show you how to build winning teams: How Human Capital can transform your SME. Join them on Thursday, May 18, at 12:00 pm online.

IPBN member Figs on the Funcho's founder Cheryl shares her insights with IPBN member Fiona from MyGuide Algarve on what makes the Algarve such a special destination for artists, from its stunning natural scenery to its rich cultural heritage and vibrant art scene. And we remind you Cheryl will be at the IPBN Tourism conference May 24 as a special guests speaker to talk about Figs on the Funcho.

IPBN member Algarve Solar Pool Heating Solutions is rocking the solar pool heating. Follow Algarve Solar Pool Heating Solutions on LinkedIn and Facebook!

IPBN member Aspira asked, "Are you thinking of doing Business Analysis training? Elevate your Business Analysis skills & take a proactive role in digital transformation with this course from it@cork Skillnet. commencing on the 22nd of May."

IPBN member Upwords says many people struggle to understand videos without subtitles. Here are 6 reasons why adding subtitles to videos is essential.

IPBN member ATC TAX aims to provide clear, dependable, and tailored tax advice to guide you when making life’s big decisions. Whether you are thinking of leaving the UK, moving to the UK, or returning to the UK.

IPBN member Shane Moran recently worked with a cozy co-work space called “Hyggelig”. He said, "The owner Nikolaj Tørring and his team go out of their way to get people happy, productive and cozy in this modern co-work nestled in a great location in Lisbon. We started working on the business challenges and opportunities the business faced."