Despite having a successful 41 years behind it, there are challenges that present themselves to Cork’s technology network, CEIA.
The association was founded in 1984 by a number of CEO’s, primarily focused on lobbying improvement of the infra-structure of the region and to nurture growth, recently held its 41st AGM and dinner.
Pierce McCormack, J&J MedTech and the current Chairperson of the CEIA outlined the achievements of the association in year 2025 plus future challenges and opportunities facing the network.
Presentations were made by Brian English, Cool Harbour, Alan O’Flynn, Dell Technologies, Cathal Reilly, Boston Scientific and Valerie Cowman, Cork ETB. The executive guest speaker for the evening was Marguerite Sayers, Deputy CEO ESB.
A new vice chairperson was elected at the 41st AGM, Mr. John McAuliffe, Managing Director, Pilz Ireland, along with a new board.
The CEIA represents ICT and Med-Tech companies in the Cork region working in accord with the Industrial Development Agency (IDA), Enterprise Ireland, the Cork Education Training Centre (formerly FAS), the Munster Technological University and University College Cork, to ensure a sophisticated technological infrastructure is in place to enable the industry to grow and prosper. It is a member-driven non-profit association which represents the interests of ICT and Medtech companies in the Cork region.
The foundation of the association was a turning point for the companies and CEOs involved in the industry 41 years ago and continues to develop the industry in the region today. It has achieved major success since inception and can be considered the significant association representing the high-tech manufacturing and development sector in the Southern region of Ireland.
The CEIA currently comprises 42 members, with membership made up of approx. 70% / 30% FDI/Indigenous Industry members.
