
CBI Northern Ireland
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The leading voice of business in Northern Ireland representing 1/3 of the private sector workforce - and more than 60% of the largest employers in the region.
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After landmark trade deals with India and the US, CBI CEO Rain Newton-Smith says the UK is sending a clear international message it fiercely advocates free and fair trade and is a reliable business partner for other countries. bit.ly/4kazgZZ Department for Business and Trade British Embassy Washington

We have written to NI Executive, along with other local business groups, calling for urgent and constructive action to address the longstanding funding challenges facing universities, which when funded properly attract global investment, generate innovation and develop NI talent.


Writing for @IrishNews, CBI Northern Ireland Director Angela McGowan considers tech adoption and innovation as problem solvers for productivity and growth, with a Nation Tech Adoption Plan offering a potential UK economic boost of up to £45bn by 2030. 👉bit.ly/3GQOLrX


Today Rain Newton-Smith writes for the Financial Times ahead of the #EUUKSummit: “We can’t afford the legacy of the past decade to determine the future of the next — this summit must deliver critical progress” BUSINESSEUROPE ft.com/content/40ce5b…

Ahead of the #UKEUSummit, we're calling for the arguments of the last decade to be left behind and progress made. With Northern Ireland's dual market access, #NIbusiness need fewer admin checks. NI Executive need to work with the EU-UK to support our island’s economic prosperity

Delighted @Rainnewtonsmith is speaking alongside @Ibec_Irl CEO Danny McCoy and BelfastHarbour Chair Dr Theresa Donaldson at the CBI-Ibec #AllIsland25 conference supported by Belfast Harbour on 12 June @Ballymascalon Find out more, book here👉bit.ly/4dBs479


Join us at the CBI/Ibec #AllIsland25 Annual Business Conference, in association with strategic partner BelfastHarbour on 12 June Ballymascanlon Hotel, Dundalk, and hear key speakers discuss how we can all benefit from shared economic opportunities. 👉bit.ly/3ZOgIqK


Good discussion at the CBI NI Energy Working Group at @Tughans_LLP, chaired by Andrew Kirke. We heard from Economy NI officials on the 2025 Energy Action Plan and discussed the challenges and opportunities around moving to a low carbon economy. Thanks to speakers and attendees


.Angela McGowan dives into #Dungannon's business, economic and sporting success in her latest The Irish News column. The CBI Northern Ireland Director says politicians and business can replicate Dungannon Swifts FC' cup glory by working together as ‘one team.’ 👉bit.ly/4kXqbnJ


Insightful CBI NI Finance Directors Network, sponsored by MCS Group Ulster Bank at James St, Belfast. We heard from Tom Crew, Lombard Technology, and Angela McGowan, CBI NI Director, who led a discussion around current business conditions. Thanks to sponsors and guests.


Great to see so many CBI NI members at today's Ibec and CBI #AllIsland25 Business Conference, supported by strategic sponsor BelfastHarbour. They enjoyed pre-breakfast networking before a morning of good discussions about our shared priorities Ballymascanlon Hotel, Dundalk.


We are delighted to be co-hosting today’s #AllIsland25 conference with @Ibec, in association with BelfastHarbour. CBI Rain Newton-Smith and @Ibec CEOs Danny McCoy, Belfast Harbour Chair Dr Theresa Donaldson @Angela_McGowan and Ibec's Fergal O'Brien met outside Ballymascanlon Hotel.


Prof. Martina Lawless Economic and Social Research Institute (ESRI) shared the latest economic insights at the #AllIsland25 Conference, supported by BelfastHarbour. Angela McGowan chaired a panel with Claire Madden Bord Gáis Energy Angus Wilson Wilson's Country, Brian Donaldson, CBI NI Chair, CEO The Maxol Group.


CBI CEO Rain Newton-Smith and Ibec CEO Danny McCoy opened the #AllIsland25 Business Conference, alongside Dr Theresa Donaldson, Chair, strategic sponsors BelfastHarbour. CBI NI Director Angela McGowan also spoke at the event, attended by businesses across our island.


The CBI and Ibec CEOs take to the stage at the #AllIsland25 Business Conference, supported by strategic sponsor BelfastHarbour. Rain Newton-Smith and Danny McCoy hold a conversation about the all-island and UK economies, including global trade tariffs and EU-UK reset


Delighted to welcome Ireland's Taoiseach Micheál Martin to the #AllIsland25 Business Conference, sponsored by BelfastHarbour. Mr Martin talked about the importance of our all-Island objectives for sustainable economic growth across our shores and beyond, and EU partnerships.


The CBI and Ibec CEOs Rain Newton-Smith and Danny McCoy welcomed Ireland’s Taoiseach Micheál Martin to the Ibec-CBI #AllIsland25 Business Conference in Dundalk, where Mr Martin gave the keynote speech and Rain shared a platform with Danny, discussing shared economic goals.


CBI Northern Ireland Chair Brian Donaldson and Director Angela McGowan met Taoiseach @michaelMartinTD at the @Ibec_irl-CBI #AllIsland25 Business Conference, sponsored by BelfastHarbour. A day of optimistic discussion in Dundalk about growing our shared island economy!👏



CBI NI Director Angela McGowan chaired a business roundtable with Economy NI officials about the #GoodJobsBill. Thanks to CBI members, departmental officials and hosts Law Society of Northern Ireland for such an interesting discussion around the Bill's practical implications. #employmentlaw
