| The IPBN is supported by the Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade of Ireland under the ESP Grant programme |
As the pace of business gently slows over the summer months, it’s the perfect time to catch up on the wealth of valuable content the Ireland Portugal Business Network (IPBN) has produced so far this year. From insightful podcasts and exclusive interviews to powerful events and dynamic partnerships, 2025 has already proven to be a standout year for member-driven activity across both Ireland and Portugal.
Here are just a few of the highlights:
We’ve released 23 podcast episodes this year, featuring standout masterclasses, expert panels, and inspiring personal stories. Some not-to-miss episodes include:
Navigating the EU Pay Transparency Directive — a critical deep dive into the legislative changes coming in 2026
Making Mondays Matter with Jo James of AmberLife on productivity and purpose
The Five Traits of Leadership with Raquel Pinto on broadening leaders' scope and determining the next best steps
Hilary O’Shea of Otonomee on BCorp Certification, hiring talent, and building remote-first teams
Falah Hind and Aziza Akrami share their journeys to Porto and insights on resilience and reinvention
We’ve also published panel recordings from all three of our major conferences this year—Tourism, Innovation, and Sustainability—bringing these events to your ears wherever you are. Explore the full podcast series here.
Our Spotlight Interview Series has featured 11 prominent members, including Falah Hind, João Fernandes, Jörg Lewerenz, and Arnold Delville. These candid, in-depth profiles shed light on the diverse expertise within the network and are a great way to connect more personally with fellow members. Catch up on the series here.
We’ve published 35 original news pieces, including:
Six articles covering the 2025 Sustainability Conference at the Martinhal Residences in Lisbon
Six articles leading up to the Dublin Innovation Conference at the Guinness Enterprise Center
These reports provide rich context and key takeaways from our events, projects, and thought leadership themes.
Our 29 Weekly Roundups have become a vital touchpoint for staying up to date with what IPBN members are sharing across social media. Whether you're looking to spark new partnerships or stay informed about business developments, these digests offer an easy, at-a-glance view. View the archive here.
With 18 events hosted so far this year—ranging from Masterclasses and Member Meet-Members sessions to two high-impact conferences—we’ve continued to prioritize community engagement and learning opportunities. Explore upcoming and past events.
Our IPBN Job Board has seen robust growth in 2025, including:
100+ open roles at Otonomee across customer operations and remote-first functions
15+ openings at IN2 Engineering, from BIM architecture to software engineering
A growing list of diverse roles in digital marketing, development, and more across member companies
We’ve formalized seven strategic partnerships already this year, building bridges between the IPBN and external academic, commercial, and governmental stakeholders. These connections deepen the network’s relevance and visibility across Ireland and Portugal. Read the full partnership update here.
Whether you're catching up from your beach chair or planning your Q3 strategy, now is a great time to revisit the valuable content created by and for the IPBN community. We encourage all members to explore what they might have missed—and stay tuned for what’s next.
Have feedback or want to contribute your expertise to our content? We’d love to hear from you.
| The IPBN is supported by the Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade of Ireland under the ESP Grant programme |
