Shannon Chamber shortlisted for three 2024 Chamber Awards
The Chamber Awards is an annual celebration recognising the hard work and dedication of Chambers across the country
Shannon Chamber is delighted to announce that it has been shortlisted in three categories in the 2024 Chamber Awards, sponsored by Zurich.
Having submitted entries into the Sustainability and Biodiversity, Event of the Year and Local Authority Engagement categories, Chamber CEO Helen Downes said that she is honoured that all three entries were deemed worthy of being shortlisted.
The Chamber’s entries included the hosting of an inaugural Sustainability Week in September 2023, via its member-led Mid-West Sustainability Network; the Mid-West Lean Network conference 2023, themed ‘Maintaining Lean Momentum’; and its expanded engagement with Clare County Council.
Commenting on this success, Ms Downes added: “It is very rewarding when the work that goes into organising initiatives of this nature is recognised. It’s not about us as Chamber executives; it’s about what we do, why we do it and the results we achieve.
“The decision to host a week focused on sustainability was described by our members as a brave and progressive step as it has helped to place sustainability and the four key themes (waste, water, energy, and biodiversity) the Mid-West Sustainability Network is concentrating on to the fore.
“The Mid-West Lean Network conference provided a unique platform for like-minded lean practitioners to discuss challenges and opportunities emanating from lean deployment. It was described by attendees as ‘exceptional’, ‘highly engaging’, ‘presented enthusiastically’, ‘great range of sectors’ covered, and a ‘great networking opportunity’.
“Our engagement with Clare County Council has resulted in an inclusive, cohesive approach to meeting the objectives of both organisations - the betterment of Shannon. It has enabled us, and our members, to proactively contribute to the planning and delivery of key infrastructural projects for Shannon.
“Our team works tirelessly to ensure that our activities deliver value and remain relevant to our membership, and we are now looking forward to attending The Chamber Awards on Thursday, 6 June in the Killashee Hotel, Co. Kildare,” Ms Downes added.
The Chamber Awards is an annual celebration recognising the hard work and dedication of Chambers across the country in representing their members, engaging stakeholders and fostering vibrant and thriving local communities.
This year there has been 44 projects shortlisted across eight award categories, which showcase innovative communications campaigns, successful events, sustainable development initiatives, and creative collaborations between companies, local authorities and wider communities.
Also nominated from Clare this year is Ennis Chamber, who were nominated in the Community Support Initiatives catagory for their Schools Engagement - Climate Action /Offshore Energy.