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2 Agenda Employment announcements, new arrivals and exciting initiatives happening in Ireland


8 The Intelligent Workplace Karl Redenbach, co-founder and CEO of LiveTiles explains how AI will revolutionise working lives


10 Leading the Charge The women at the helm of Ireland’s top tech companies are pushing the diversity and inclusion agenda for all


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18 Engineering for Growth WP Engine founder Jason Cohen refl ects on the experience gained across four tech start-ups


22 Building the Vision, Living the Dream Skibbereen’s Ludgate Hub is a blueprint for creating digitally-enabled jobs in an idyllic location


26 Global Partners China, India and Australia are emerging as markets and partners in trade and FDI


32 The Genesis of Regeneron The secrets to the success story of the Limerick-based pharma company’s impressive growth in Ireland


36 The Modern Makers Meet the Irish artisans with a contemporary take on heritage crafts


40 Living and Working in Ireland Business journalist Vincent Boland refl ects on changes in Irish society


42 The New Recruiters Bespoke approaches to talent management that win to attract the brightest and best employees


46 Workplaces with Wow Factor Impressive HQ buildings that create new ways of working and collaborating


51 Turnkey Condition IDA’s Advanced Building Solutions provide companies with ready-to-move-into homes in Ireland


54 After Hours Employees from Ireland’s multinationals share their favourite things to do when the working day is done


56 The Role of the Multinational DCU President Brian MacCraith refl ects on the partnership between industry and academia


Magazine Team


At IDA Ireland: Head of Marketing Communications: Caitriona O’Kennedy


At Harmonia: Editor: Deanna O’Connor; Art Director: Karl O’Toole; Designer: Áine Duff y; Sub-editors: Tara Corristine; Louise Finn; Managing editor: Áine Toner

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