• Talent Summit Cork

    24th September 2026 | Supervalu Páirc Uí Chaoimh

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The Future @ Work

In an era powered by rapid digital acceleration and shifting local markets, an organisation's ability to adapt is no longer a luxury—it's essential for survival. Talent Summit Cork delivers a practical playbook for the "What Now?" era, equipping leaders with the insights needed to build resilient, human-centric, and forward-thinking workplaces.

  • The Cork Conversation: Move beyond generic predictions to tackle the specific economic realities, talent retention constraints, and entrepreneurial dynamics facing the Munster region today.

  • Support Your Leaders: Explore if we are setting managers up to fail with complex caring responsibilities, and learn how to shift the burden toward structural organisational change.

  • Beyond the Tech Stack: Master the human realities of AI adoption by focusing on trust, behavioural change, and shifting your workforce from skepticism to skilled, confident use.

  • Embracing Skills: Discover how transitioning to a dynamic, capability-driven model helps your organisation adapt rapidly as the half-life of professional skills shrinks.

  • Feedback, Not Failure: Learn to build true resilience by decoupling self-worth from professional setbacks and fostering a culture of high accountability without shame.

  • “A really uplifting morning at the Talent Summit in Cork — huge thanks for hosting such an inspiring and energising event.”

    Founder & CXO

  • "It was an inspiring and insightful event exploring HR innovation, AI, inclusion, diversity, and more. Grateful to have been part of such an enriching experience!”

    HR Assistant

  • "Great to attend the Talent Summit last week in Cork. Great line up of speakers as always."

    HR Manager

  • "We had the pleasure to attend the 2025 Talent Summit in Páirc Uí Chaoimh. A very insightful and engaging session exploring relevant trends as we embrace distruption in today’s working world!"

    TA Manager

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2025 Speakers

  • Christina Guckert

    Christina Guckert

    Head of Diversity, Inclusion & Belonging & Emerging Talent, Reddit

  • DC Cahalane

    DC Cahalane

    Venture Partner, 
    Sure Valley Ventures

  • Anne Phelan

    Anne Phelan

    Rewards and People Advisory Director,
    Aon Ireland

  • Denis Cremin

    Denis Cremin

    Associate Director - Munster,
    Sigmar Recruitment

  • Paul O'Leary

    Paul O'Leary

    Head of HR,
    Keohane Seafoods

  • Carol McNamara

    Carol McNamara

    People Director,
    Version 1

  • Mike McDonagh

    Mike McDonagh

    Chief Operating Officer,
    Sigmar Recruitment

  • Aylenne O’Brien

    Aylenne O’Brien

    HR Manager,
    Healthcare21

  • Rachel Northover

    Rachel Northover

    Recruitment Lead,
    Bausch + Lomb

  • Luke Mackey

    Luke Mackey

    CEO & Co-founder,
    Kota

  • Yvonne Brewer

    Yvonne Brewer

    Country Manager,
    auticon Ireland

  • Ciaran Sheehan

    Ciaran Sheehan

    Director of Executive Services,
    Corporate HR

  • Malwina King

    Malwina King

    Director,
    Sigmar Recruitment

  • Fergal Dennehy, Lord Mayor of Cork

    Councillor Fergal Dennehy

    Ardmhéara Chorcaí