Archives: 2018

Time to Count goes Nationwide

“Opened my eyes to the community around myself, allowed me to develop skills I would never get the chance to develop within an office.” – Volunteer Dr. Eleanor Walsh, Assistant Manager & Time to Count, Programme Coordinator, BITCI gives an important update on our Time to Count roll out. Were you interested in numbers and maths

Leaders Group Webinar 26th September 2018

Please download the slide deck for the Leaders Group webinar held on the 26th of September 2018.

Endless Adventures at the Local Library

“The only thing that you absolutely have to know, is the location of the library.” ― Albert Einstein By getting involved with the Time to Read programme, businesses give children the opportunity to learn and grow through reading. To ensure this continues long after Time to Read finishes, a visit to the school’s local Library is included in

Giving the Gift of Reading: Davy

We speak to Paul Boland, Davy who returns to his former Primary School, O’ Connell CBS, Dublin 1 to take part in Time to Read. What has been a highlight of taking part in Time to Read for you so far?  The energy and enthusiasm in which the children, school and parents engaged with the programme and

The Pendulum of Mentoring in Limerick

Dr. Eleanor Walsh, BITCI reflects on what inspires volunteers to take part in the Student Mentoring programme. This programme has expanded in Limerick, thanks to basis.point funding and companies supporting their local community in this meaningful way. Thanks X Factor! When we go to talk to students these days about having a mentor there is very little additional

Generation Apprenticeship: Suir Engineering

Paul Cremmins, Director, Suir Engineering speaks about his recent contribution to our Management Excellence for Teachers Programme. Paul delivered a seminar highlighting the many apprenticeship opportunities’ in the construction industry, in particular in Suir Engineering. This seminar was delivered to Guidance Counsellors in the South East region. In addition to this seminar Paul also established links

Company Spotlight: Elavon

Elavon has been involved with Time to Read at two separate sites, Arklow, Co. Wicklow and Loughlinstown, Co. Dublin since the pilot in 2011. We wanted to find what the impacts and benefits on their involvement over the last six years.  We spoke with Maria Carroll, European Portfolio Planner EPMO, Elavon on why the company continues to

80 ESB Employees give their ‘Time to Read’

Business in the Community Ireland is proud to partner with ESB for their fifth year in Time to Read programme. Eighty of their staff are volunteering in seven primary schools around Ireland. ESB volunteers with 2nd class children from St. Mary’s NS, Fairview, Dublin 3 ESB’s participation again this year was marked by an event St

5 Companies Celebrate 10 years in Partnership with Local Schools

In April, BITCI celebrated the wonderful achievement of five businesses reaching a milestone of ten years in partnership with their local school.  It is a great testimony to all involved who have provided leadership and support during that time. Below are some reflections from those involved. Q. As a teacher, what positive outcomes have you seen the

Talk Back with Louise Durand

Name: Louise Durand, Performer at Stomp & Freelance Presenter, London 1. Tell us about your involvement with BITCI: I attended St Paul’s CC in Waterford between the years 2002 – 2008 and in 5th & 6th year of Secondary school I was involved in the mentoring programme. I was matched with Anne Woods who was working at

Leabhar Love

Elaine Dunne, Home School Community Liaison, St. Kevin’s BNS, Finglas shares her perspectives on Time to Read This is the 3rd year that the boys in St. Kevin’s B.N.S. in Finglas have been lucky enough to be involved with the Time to Read programme with ESB. In my role I work with the children to create

Celebrating 10 years of Partnership

In April, BITCI celebrated the remarkable achievement of 8 companies: Allianz Partners, Elavon, Horse Racing Ireland, IBM, IFS, Investec and Office Depot reaching a milestone of 10 years in partnership with their local school. Building long lasting and transformative partnerships is key to achieving Sustainable Development Goal 17: Partnership for the Goals. Keep Reading to hear some reflections from those involved: “The 10

The power of sharing your work experience with a job seeker

Coming from Brazil she came to the EPIC programme feeling a bit lost and not knowing how to find her path. After completing the programme and attending various workshops including one with Accenture, she identified her interest in Human Resources and decided to go back to college and deepen her knowledge. 

Progress Report for 6th September 2018

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Meeting Minutes July 2018

Please download the minutes of the Low Carbon sub-group meeting in July 2018.

Meeting Minutes August 2018

Please download the minutes of the Social Cohesion and Inclusion sub-group meeting in August 2018.

Leaders’ Group on Sustainability logo

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Leaders’ Group on Sustainability launch -Social Media and PR Reach

Please download a copy of the full report on the social media and PR reach for the launch of the Leaders’ Group on Sustainability.

Leader Coordinators Slide Deck June 2018

Please download the slide deck presented at the meeting held for Leader Coordinators in June 2018.

Progress Report May 2018

Please download the Progress Report of the Social Cohesion and Inclusion sub-group as at May 2018

Social Cohesion Survey

Survey administered to Social Cohesion and Inclusion sub-group members in December 2017. Results shared within the sub-group.

Gig Economy Survey

Survey administered to sub-group members in March 2018. Results will be shared within the sub-group.

The Low Carbon Pledge

Find out more about the details of the Low Carbon Pledge and its supporting actions.

Leaders’ Group on Sustainability Key messaging

Please download a copy of the final key messaging developed in collaboration with Porter Drury Novelli to support any communication on the Leaders’ Group on Sustainability.

Progress Report for 17th May 2018

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Meeting Minutes November 2017

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Progress Report November 2017

Please download the progress report for the Worker of the Future sub-group as at November 2017.

Low Carbon B2B Platform Learning Network on 16th April 2018

Please download a copy of the slides from the Low Carbon B2B Platform Learning Network on the 16th April 2018.

Minutes of CEOs Roundtable of 22nd February 2018

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Baseline literature review

Download a copy of the baseline literature review of the social cohesion and inclusion subgroup developed in partnership with the UCD Michael Smurfit Graduate Business School.