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Credit Union strengthens SME support with development initiatives

Published 2 weeks ago 19th March 2025 by Reporter

Standing from left to right: Jack Ryan, Tracy Hogan, Conor Horgan, Audrey Conway, Damien O’Keeffe, Ger Hyland. Sitting from left to right: Celine Scully, Michael O’Grady, Jim Healy, Rachel O’Gorman.

BUILDING on a strong 2024, Clonmel Credit Union is set to enhance its support for local businesses and communities in 2025, focusing on accessible finance for SME and Agri businesses.

As part of their strategy to support businesses in South Tipperary, Clonmel Credit Union organised a first-of-its-kind continuous professional development (CPD) event designed to reinforce the local economy.
The first of these took place on Thursday, 13th March, at Hotel Minella in association with OmniPro and Connext Partners.

Jim Healy, Elsie Rafter, Des O’Callaghan.

SMEs drive the local economy in Tipperary
According to the Central Statistics Office, SMEs or enterprises with fewer than 50 employees make up almost 70 per cent (69.49) of all businesses in Ireland. An analysis* of data ranked Tipperary third in Ireland for SMEs per capita. The number of SMEs in Tipperary amounts to 2,014 per 10,000 residents.
The timely CPD event from Clonmel Credit Union offered insights and solutions to workplace challenges, including succession, planning, and tax, driving value and effective sales, and savings and tax tips.

Damien O’Keeffe, Clonmel Credit Union, Michelle Hogan, O’Gorman’s Brannigan, Purtill and Company with Guest speakers OmniPro co-founder Des O’Neill and Conor Grimes of Connext Partners.

The event saw over 70 Accountants gather for upskilling, networking, and gaining access to niche expertise.
The event’s keynote speakers were John Murphy, a Partner of OmniPro Tax and Legal Limited and Connext Partners. John, a chartered tax adviser, advises clients on tax, company law, financial reporting, and auditing.

OmniPro co-founder Des O’Neill shared insight into adding business value during his address, underpinned by his background both in private practice and with one of the profession’s regulatory institutes. Conor Grimes of Connext Partners, a Fellow of Chartered Accountants Ireland, spoke about optimising the sales process.

Speaking on behalf of Clonmel Credit Union, Michael O’Grady, the newly appointed Head of Credit, commented, “We know SMEs are crucial to our community’s vitality and growth. We are committed to supporting them with accessible, value-driven lending and further education and development opportunities.

Event host Michael O’Grady, Head of Credit, Clonmel Credit Union.

We were delighted to host John, Des, and Conor, whose depth of knowledge and expertise provided invaluable insights to our members. Their practical advice and industry experience will make a lasting impression on the local businesses here today.

We take immense pride in the positive impact we have on local businesses and individuals across South Tipperary.”

Audrey Conway, Branch Manager with Guest Speaker, John Murphy Partner of OmniPro and Celine Scully, Business Development, Clonmel Credit Union

Clonmel Credit Union continues to prioritise SMEs and individual members, with plans to introduce a suite of new sustainability-focused financial products for both private and commercial members. See www.clonmelcu.com

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