| The IPBN is supported by the Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade of Ireland under the ESP Grant programme |
This week on the roundup: connections, anniversaries, awards, pride, breakout sessions, teams, business practices, the Golden Triangle, celebrations, experience, photos, honors, brand identities, languages, assets, investments, insights, cohorts, funding, and more!
But first...
Check out what the Camara Municipal de Braga, represented by the Mayor of Braga Ricardo Rio, had to say (in Portuguese) about our conference last week ‘Braga - The Gateway to Global Connections,’ and here what our Executive Partner Isabel Vellozo from Vellozo Ferreira Advogados shared about it!
Following the conference, we are proud to announce our partnership with the AEMInho who are just celebrating their 3rd Anniversary. AEMinho's President, Ramiro Brito, will be in a special program of the Porto Canal from Guimarães. Not to be missed: this Friday, May 24 at 20h15. A more official partnership with the AEMinho will be signed very soon. We’ll announce it when official. This will be a great opportunity for our members from Portugal and Ireland to develop their businesses and partnerships in the North of Portugal.
And now...
IPBN member Ivan Goor, CEO of IPBN Executive Partner Ardanis, says he is looking forward to attending the Tech Excellence Awards tomorrow evening with Ardanis selected as a finalist in the Private Sector Project of the Year category. "It's fantastic to have the dedication and hard work of one of our hyper-efficient delivery teams recognized!"
IPBN member and Executive Partner Skanstec Engineering is celebrating World Day for Cultural Diversity for Dialogue and Development 2024! "At Skanstec Engineering, we take immense pride in our vibrant, diverse team. With 18 nationalities represented and many team members identifying with multiple cultures, our collective strength is rooted in the rich tapestry of perspectives and experiences we bring to the table."
IPBN member and Executive Partner PwC Portugal posted that, "On May 9th, PwC Portugal 's Deals team held the 'Tomorrow's Deals' event at the Sottomayor Palace in Lisbon. The first session was dedicated to the 'Main trends in the M&A market', followed by five breakout sessions on the 'New challenges in transactions'."
IPBN Executive Partner Vellozo Ferreira Advogados shared that it had strengthened its team with the arrival of Paula Costa, a lawyer with extensive experience in civil law, with a special focus on family and succession law, labour law and litigation. "In her more than 25-year career as a lawyer, she has also served on the Porto Regional Council of the Portuguese Bar Association for the 2008-2010, 2014-2016 and 2017-2019 terms." For Isabel Vellozo Ferreira: “We are delighted to welcome Paula Costa as a partner in our corporate project. This integration is an important reinforcement in our ability to respond to the growth challenges we have been experiencing in recent years, counting on Paula Costa's relevant experience, and personal and professional qualities."
IPBN member Nessa Sheehy shared that The Dom Pedro Golf Vilamoura has won the Golf Resort of the Year award in Portugal 2024.
IPBN member Amarna Vida has some exciting news! AMARNA Vida's New Website is Live! At AMARNA Vida, we are dedicated to promoting sustainable, net-zero, conscious and regenerative business practices that drive positive impact for people and the planet. Our new website is a reflection of this mission. And there is still time to register for Liliana’s Master Class next Tuesday, May 28. You can still register by clicking here.
IPBN member Vale de Lobo Golf & Beach Resort said that this week, they had the opportunity to discuss the Golden Triangle and market trends, and to introduce the Algarve region and Kronos Homes portfolio, particularly Vale do Lobo Golf & Beach Resort to members of Forbes Global Properties at the European Forbes Global Properties Summit, held at Quinta do Lago in the Algarve.
IPBN Partner Sofia Almeida, Universidade Europeia shared that, "The Tourism & Hospitality area of the European Universidade Europeia met today with the Secretary of State for Tourism, Dr. Pedro Machado. We are grateful for the meeting and the good ideas exchanged, as well as the support of the Secretary of State in the official celebrations of the 60th anniversary of Tourism education in Portugal."
And we are delighted to count on the presence of Sofia as a guest speaker in one of our panel discussions at our conference in Dublin, on June 20. You can find all the details here.
IPBN member Silvia Correia celebrated 14 years at the Creative Zone Marketing & Consulting! "In these 14 years we have created a structure that encourages learning, accumulating experiences that bring change, cultivates relationships and delivers creative marketing solutions. And we have even organized conferences that stimulate, create, and nurture economic, knowledge, and public policy relationships." Parabens!
And again a big thank you to Silvia who has been instrumental in the success of our conference in Braga last week.
IPBN member HPA Health Group posted about the Algarve Oncology Meetings, 2024. See the best photos of the second edition of the event here!
IPBN member Martinhal Luxury Resorts is excited to share that Martinhal Lisbon Oriente has been awarded the prestigious title of “Best Luxury Apartment Hotel 2024” by Luxury Lifestyle Awards. "We are especially honored to receive this recognition in under a year since opening."
IPBN member Otonomee asked, "Are you looking to align your customer support with your brand identity?" Here are 5 Tips to get you started.
IPBN member Career Training Internship invites you to discover how mastering English as a second language can elevate your professional journey! "Read our latest blog post by Sofía Oriana Bozzo with suggestions on how to enhance your language skills during a professional international internship."
IPBN member Teresa Patricio & Associados shared the firm's newsletter this week in which they explain the main stages when someone dies, leaving behind assets in Portugal. "It is necessary for the heirs to carry out a specific process to have access to the deceased's assets."
IPBN member Loren B. Jenkins says, "The UK tech ecosystem has evolved into a formidable powerhouse, attracting significant investment and fostering innovative startups with a global reach. This is evident in the accomplishments of companies like Wayve, a London startup creating autonomous driving technology based on computer vision and machine learning."
IPBN member Core Optimisation posted that their Paid Social Specialist, Colm Daly, shared his expert insights on why custom lists should be part of your remarketing strategy in Meta Ads Manager. "Learn how adopting custom lists into your strategy can help you target precise audience segments, boost engagement, and maximize your ROI."
IPBN member Filipe Pinho Pereira says she will join a stellar cohort of Portuguese-based Web3 entrepreneurs exploring cutting-edge use cases and applications of NFTs next week.
IPBN member GRID Finance shared that its flexible loans are designed around SMEs’ real-world business patterns, challenges, and needs. "For rapid funding turn to GRID Finance: Our dedication to speed is unparalleled. Case in point: a recent submission at 2 pm, funded by 5pm. Flexible repayments | 48 hr approval | Quick application."
| The IPBN is supported by the Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade of Ireland under the ESP Grant programme |
