Marian Walsh elected President of Waterford Chamber
Marian Walsh, co-founder and Joint Managing Director of Carron + Walsh, a Tetra Tech company, has been elected President of Waterford Chamber at its 239th Annual General Meeting, which took place today (Monday, September 28th) in the Granville Hotel. Born and raised in Portlaw, Co. Waterford, Ms Walsh holds a degree in Construction Management and brings extensive business and regional experience to the role. During her presidency, she will focus on five key priorities: strengthening cooperation across the
SETU launches inaugural European Maritime Week in the South East
South East Technological University (SETU) will launch its inaugural European Maritime Week this October, with a series of events taking place across the region, exploring innovation, regional cooperation and the sustainable development of our maritime future, helping to reinforce the inclusive resilience of our coastal communities. Led by SETU Design Lecturer and Researcher Joy Rooney, the initiative is supported by colleagues from across SETU, EU-CONEXUS, the Higher Education Authority (HEA), the
Lexus Waterford 2026 Cheltenham Preview event raises over €12,000 for Childvision Charity
Mr. Barry Murphy, Dealer Principal and Mr. Peter O’Donovan, Lexus Waterford presenting Mr. Barry Sheridan,CEO, Childvision at the Jack De Bromhead Equine Center in Drumcondra with a cheque from the Lexus Waterford 2026 Cheltenham Preview event. €12,743 was raised for the Childvision Charity. It was inspiring to see local businesses jump in and rally around such a meaningful cause. Massive thanks to our sponsors — your support made every moment possible! AD Vehicle Testing - Campion Insurance – Clem Jacob
Meet, Dine, and Connect at the Granville Hotel
Where Business Meets Elegance in the Heart of WaterfordMeet, Dine, and Connect at the Granville Hotel Located in the heart of Waterford City, the Granville Hotel offers a refined and discreet setting for corporate meetings, conferences, and private dining experiences. Whether you are planning a strategic board meeting, leadership retreat, training session, or client event, our flexible spaces are designed to support productivity, privacy, and professionalism.Corporate & Meeting Facilities Our elegant
Lexus Waterford 2026 Cheltenham Preview event raises over €12,000 for Jack De Bromhead Equine Centre
The 2026 Cheltenham Preview Charity event here at Lexus Waterford was a massive success and with your help and the help of our sponsors, we managed to raise over €12,000 for the Jack De Bromhead Equine Centre. All monies raised will be going directly to the charity so they can continue to provide this valuable service. If you would like to donate to this worthwhile charity you can do so at the following link: https://childvision.ie/how-to-help/donate/ The support we received from local business was
Thomas Francis Meagher Tricolour Celebration March 6th – 8th 2026
On Thursday 19th February last the annual Thomas Francis Meagher Tricolour Celebration festival was launched at the birthplace of Meagher, Granville Hotel, Waterford City by Chair Eamonn McEneaney and Vice Chair Ann Cusack. Also in attendance were Paul Clarke, Chair of Second Infantry Battalion Veterans Association (Military Advisor) and members of the committee. Waterford holds a unique place in Irish history as the city where Thomas Francis Meagher first unfurled the Tricolour in 1848, articulating a
Granville Hotel staff raise €10,372.11 for Waterford Hospice in 2025
The Granville Hotel, Waterford, is proud to announce that its staff and guests have together raised an outstanding €10,372.11 throughout 2025 in support of Waterford Hospice, the hotel’s chosen Charity of the Year. The fundraising effort was driven by the enthusiasm, creativity, and community spirit of the Granville team. Staff took part in a series of initiatives over the year, including sponsored cycles and swims, breakfast mornings, and a new recycling project collecting cans for donation. The hotel
Waterford Business Awards celebrate outstanding local success
The very best of Waterford’s business community was celebrated at the Waterford Business Awards, which took place on Friday night, November 14th, at the Tower Hotel, before an audience that included Minister for Enterprise, Tourism and Employment Peter Burke, Mayor of Waterford City & County Cllr Séamus Ryan, and close to 400 business leaders from across the city and county. The gala evening, hosted by WLR’s Mary O’Neill and organised by Waterford Chamber, with the support of Dungarvan & West Waterford
Shortlist announced for Waterford Business Awards 2025
Shortlist announced for Waterford Business Awards A host of Waterford’s top businesses have been shortlisted for this year’s Waterford Business Awards. Organisers Waterford Chamber have joined forces again with partners WLR and Dungarvan & West Waterford Chamber for the gala awards ceremony which will take place in the Tower Hotel on Friday, November 14th. Speaking about the awards, Waterford Chamber President Eadaoin Carrick said, “Congratulations to all the businesses who have been shortlisted,
Walton Institute’s Kevin Doolin takes over as President of Waterford Chamber
Kevin Doolin, Executive Director of Walton Institute at SETU, was elected President of Waterford Chamber at the 237th AGM, which took place today (Monday, September 30th) in the Granville Hotel. Mr Doolin has been involved with Waterford Chamber for a number of years and is an active voice in terms of lobbying, particularly around equitable funding for South East Technological University (SETU) and creating a vibrant city centre. Addressing Waterford Chamber members, Mr Doolin said: “It is a great
