The Weekly Roundup January 9 - 13

Network News

This week on the roundup: new partners, investments, annual stats, invitations, project kickoffs, upgrades, feedback, managing a team, passing the torch, amazing stats, upcoming events, important compliance, positive impact, and more!

But first:

Big news this week for the network and its members. The IPBN is very pleased to unveil its three new Executive Partners for 2023: Ardanis Technologies, Skanstec Engineering Limited, and PwC Portugal. You can read the full Press Release here.

Next...on this week’s Job Board, offers from IPBN members Core Optimisation, Vale do Lobo, Eterna International. Check them out here!

Also, a special congratulations to IPBN member Otonomee who has secured another round of investment of €1.5M. They commented, “Delighted to start 2023 with the Business Post confirming the closing of Otonomee's fundraise. We had a great close to 2022 winning new contracts in Ireland, the US and Mainland Europe.”

And now...

IPBN member Farmony said 2022 was their best year yet, with projects completed throughout Europe and beyond. "What started as a small containerized 'Farmony' solution in an industrial estate in Dublin, Ireland has now grown to inspire growers across Europe (and further afield) through our representation of SANANBIO | Vertical Farming Solution Provider's Vertical Farming innovations."

IPBN member Monsoon Consulting posted that their CEO Bharat Sharma has been invited to share his thoughts at Youth Pravasi Bharatiya Divas 2023 conference chaired by Hon. Minister Shri Anurag Thakur at PBD Indore. The Hon. PM Narendra Modi will inaugurate the Pravasi Bharatiya Divas.

IPBN member Pink Room is starting the new year off with a bang here at UPTEC with the kickoff meeting of their latest project. "Our team, together with Subvisual, Deemaze Software, Grama, and the Nest Collective, is excited to dive in and get to work with so many amazing people, and we can't wait to see the amazing results that are sure to come."

IPBN Executive Partner Ardanis asked if you have answered the Global Tech Talent Trends 2023 survey from Landing.Jobs. The 2022 reports are really insightful. You can find them on the same link above and please check here the event they organized with Landing Jobs last November in Porto.

IPBN member Quinta do Lago's Clube da Quinta team is here to help you get the very best out of all that‘s possible in the Algarve. "With our new Virtual Concierge service, its easier than ever before to book or get in touch with us. Receive instant support with general inquiries or make reservations in Quinta do Lago for all our restaurants and activities via our website."

IPBN member Jo James invited you to kick off your networking calendar for 2023 on Wednesday at Contacts and Cocktails on 11th Jan! Bring your brilliant self, and a cocktail or mocktail, to toast the new year of possibilities.

IPBN member Lawler Consulting posted about Shallow Retrofit vs Deep Retrofit. Retrofitting is when a home or building receives a significant energy upgrade through the implementation of a variety of measures. These may include fitting solar panels, upgrading the insulation, or installing an energy management system.

IPBN member Vitae Professionals shared more amazing feedback from one of their Nurses who is currently working in the UK. "Thank you, Sana, for your kind words. If you also dream about embracing an international career, contact our recruitment team to find all the opportunities available for Nurses."

IPBN member Allan Boyle asked, "Do you want to know the single and most impactful engagement question you should ask your employees regularly?"

IPBN partner Porto Business School is beginning a new chapter! After leading the School for the past 8 years, Ramon O'Callaghan is passing the torch to Jose Esteves who, starting this March, is the new Dean of Porto Business School.

IPBN member Hilton Vilamoura posted a special message from Hilton Vilamoura Team!

IPBN member Upwords started 2023 with excellent news. "First, it is with great pride that we share that Upwords was classified yet again as a Top 5% SME in 2022. Also in the same level of importance, we had our best year to date in revenue, with an organic growth of 11%."

IPBN member Lagos Digital Nomads' "Wine Tasting & Speed Networking" will be on January 18 at 5:30 pm at Wines & Co in Lagos. Join them for this late afternoon that promises to be quite fun and productive.

IPBN member Aspire Technology's software engineers have decades of experience! The company provides next-generation end-to-end network services for fixed and mobile networks. Aspire is a one-stop-shop for multi-vendor network planning, design, rollout, optimization, and support.

IPBN member C-More! Beyond the Obvious posted "No one can be left behind on the ESG journey. All the SME’s will need to comply with the new and upcoming ESG demands from the financial sector and from the bigger companies with whom they work. Rise and start your ESG path. It’s a journey not a 100 meters race but it’s time to start! We can help you!"

IPBN member Overcast HQ says as remote working for video teams remains a popular option, their CEO Philippe Brodeur chatted with Metal Toad about Video Content-as-a-Service, transcoding, and what he sees for the future of the industry.

IPBN member Teresa Patricio & Associates shared that In the magazine "Actualidad€" from January 2023, Dr. Mónia Figueiredo, from TPA, talks about business insolvency and alternative paths.

IPBN member Aspira IT is delighted to be involved in the delivery of the Diploma in Project Management at Munster Technological University with Brian Cliffe's next online course on Fri 27th January. Reserve your place today!

IPBN member SixEmotions- Travel Lifestyle asked, "Do you like adventure and fun and have no idea where to go? Setúbal gives you the greatest adventures and fun! Learn more here!"

IPBN Executive Partner PwC Portugal shared some of the numbers from their FY22 Social Responsibility report. "The results mirror our ongoing effort, as a Firm, to do more and better, positively impacting society."

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