This week on the roundup: photos, podcasts, members, networking, Christmas dinner, proud moments, strategic breakdowns, discounts, leaders, offers, celebrations, contributions, capabilities, communication, community, innovators, contributions, business, tours, intelligence, technology, and more!

But first, here are the IPBN Highlights of the week

We shared photos from our recent event, in collaboration with our Academic Partner, Católica Porto Business School, from the mini-conference dedicated to exploring investment and partnership opportunities in northern Portugal. The message was clear: The North is rapidly emerging as a dynamic hub for innovation, technology, and sustainable development. We heard compelling insights from leading voices in academia and industry on how to build strategic, cross-border partnerships.

And you will find here on the IPBN Podcast Spotify channel the recording of the opening statement from Joao Pinto, Dean of host of the conference, the Catolica Porto Business school, and the two panel conversations of the conference.

We welcomed our newest member of the IPBN, Elite Vinhos, represented by co-founder Mary Vermet! In 2014, Mary and her husband, Christian, fell in love with the wine-making region of the Alentejo in Portugal and bought Herdade de Ceuta. They started with 3 hectares of vines and quickly became consumed by viticulture. They became firm friends with their technical advisor, Filipe Perdiz, and his wife Helena, both of whom own vineyards and are qualified winemakers.

We announced the last Master Class of 2025 and the Awards 2025. You can find all the details on our Events page here. And Save the date Dec 12 for a networking lunch in the Algarve—details to be announced next week.

IPBN member Flow Productions shared that “Christmas dinner came early this year… but at Flow Productions, we are fans of anticipating good things. On November 24th, we gathered the Flow family for a dinner full of stories, laughter and that good energy that only happens when we are all at the table. Better sooner than never. And together? It's always worth it!” See the full post here.

IPBN member Otonomee B Corp announced a “proud moment” as they were awarded Best Employee Engagement 2025 at the CCMA Ireland Awards — becoming the first fully remote outsourcing company to receive this honour. 

IPBN member Invoke Creative Agency said: “1.6M views. One campaign. One brand. One sharply targeted strategy… Smart data. Sharper decisions. Stronger performance.” See the strategic breakdown here.

IPBN member WEbrand Agency reminded everyone that “Black Friday is not all discounts! It is an opportunity to show the strength of your brand, create memorable experiences and strengthen the relationship with your customers.” Swipe through their tips here.

IPBN members Liliana Domingues and Stephanie Prenderville shared their excitement about attending the Manufacturing & Supply Chain Conference in Limerick, connecting with leaders shaping the future of Ireland’s industrial sector. 

IPBN Business Partner the Guinness Enterprise Centre invited everyone to an exclusive Open Evening on December 3rd — featuring festive food and drinks, behind-the-scenes tours, and special offers. RSVP to the event here.

IPBN member GRID Finance B Corp celebrated Derek Foley Butler, FCA for being named a finalist at the EY Entrepreneur Of The Year Ireland Gala, highlighting his contribution to Irish businesses and strong community values. 

IPBN member Crowley Millar Solicitors announced their Corporate Department’s role in supporting Santiago Mediano (Madrid) on the global acquisition of SpeedChecker by MedUX, enhancing real-time data capabilities worldwide. 

IPBN member Luisa Cardoso shared a personal note of pride about being Marketing Director at her family's business, contributing to its digital transformation and communication strategy. 

IPBN Academic Partner UC Business encouraged innovators to apply to the Acelera@UC 2025 programme, with €260,000 available to fund 20 inventions and 3 innovation projects. Learn more and apply here and watch the video here.

IPBN Business Partner NEST Innovation Centre invited professionals to attend BOOST – Seizing the Future 2026, a major event focused on shaping the future of tourism through research, innovation, and talent. Find out more here.

IPBN member Golf Concept GC celebrated the success of the 3rd edition of the Golf Concept Trophy, a standout event in the Portuguese golf scene filled with fair play and memorable moments. Watch the short video here.

IPBN member Kathy O’Dwyer highlighted the launch of the Network Ireland Cork Community Orchard as a symbol of community and sustainability — noting that over 45% of event attendees opted for carbon-offset tickets. 

IPBN member Overcast HQ introduced DeepSearch, their next step in AI-powered video intelligence — designed to instantly locate content within vast video libraries. Explore it here.

IPBN member LAZER reported on their latest project, configuring access points to guarantee full-strength Wi-Fi across an entire condominium — proving once again that “With Lazer, no one goes offline.” 

IPBN member Jose Carmo posted, "Next stop: Frankfurt! Carmo & Cerqueira successfully assisted the listing of eNOVA Active Core Ultra Short Term (ETF) today in the Deutsche Börse! It represents a significant step for C. given it was the first operation in which we assisted an Irish partner to conclude a listing in the Frankfurt Stock Exchange. After Lisbon and Dublin, we are now also Xetra!"

IPBN member Karl Davidson was mentioned in Whatswhat Business Magazine's Issue 14. Karl Davidson’s transformation included a difficult moment that became the spark for a financial education movement across Ireland and Portugal. Check it out here!

IPBN member Teresa Patricio posted, "Rentals: opposition to renewal and termination: The law distinguishes between different ways of terminating a rental agreement and sets specific deadlines for landlords and tenants. In most cases, the first renewal can only be prevented after three years of the contract, ensuring greater protection for the tenant. Learn more about these rules in this week's TPA newsletter here.