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IGD relaunches student programme to address food industry skills shortage

Author: Jed Nykolle Harme

UK-based Institute of Grocery Distribution is relaunching its student programme to address labour and skills gaps in the food industry. The organisation targets workforce development through structured education pathways connecting students with employment opportunities.

Multi-year educational partnership launched to support Irish floristry sector

Author: Jed Nykolle Harme

A multi-year educational partnership will support florists across Ireland through structured training. The initiative delivers professional development and skills enhancement, addressing capability and sustainability requirements for floristry businesses in Ireland.

Northern Ireland establishes unified AI strategy to capture global opportunities

Author: Jed Nykolle Harme

Northern Ireland has established a unified approach to capitalise on global AI opportunities. The UK region targets development across education, enterprise and public services to strengthen economic competitiveness and workforce capability.

Maynooth University launches semiconductor business programmes to address sector skills needs

Author: Jed Nykolle Harme

Maynooth University has launched semiconductor business programmes addressing industry skills requirements. The Irish institution combines technical semiconductor knowledge with business strategy and innovation management capabilities for the growing sector.

Education Unlocked

Author: Jed Nykolle Harme

Education sits at the heart of every thriving society, providing the foundation upon which individuals, communities, and economies are built. The sector's ability to adapt, attract investment, and forge meaningful partnerships speaks to its enduring relevance and ambition. As anticipation builds for the 2026 awards, the Education Awards 2026 are already drawing significant support, with 'SOLAS named Gold Sponsor of Education Awards 2026' signalling the strength of institutional commitment to celebrating outstanding achievement across the sector. It sets an encouraging tone for what promises to be a landmark year of recognition. Furthermore, 'AIB NI partners with Young Enterprise to deliver business education in northwest schools' demonstrates how financial and educational organisations can combine to deliver real impact at a community level. Partnerships of this kind are precisely the model the sector needs to broaden access and inspire the next generation. Lastly, 'LeMoyne-Owen College secures $500,000 FedEx investment for business education enhancement' reflects the growing appetite among major corporates to invest meaningfully in educational outcomes. It is a compelling example of private capital driving public good. These stories capture an education sector that is connected, ambitious, and well-supported. Explore each article to see the partnerships and investments shaping learning's next chapter.

SOLAS named Gold Sponsor of Education Awards 2026

Author: Jed Nykolle Harme

SOLAS Skills to Advance has been announced as Gold Sponsor of the Education Awards 2026, reinforcing Ireland's commitment to workforce transformation through accessible, accredited upskilling programmes.

LeMoyne-Owen College secures $500,000 FedEx investment for business education enhancement

Author: Jed Nykolle Harme

Based in the US, LeMoyne-Owen College in Memphis has received $500,000 (€462,500) from FedEx to strengthen business education and career pathways. The Tennessee institution will use the investment to enhance curriculum, student support and employment connections.

UKG partners with Ellucian to integrate workforce and student management systems

Author: Jed Nykolle Harme

US-based UKG has partnered with Ellucian to integrate workforce management and student information systems for higher education institutions. The collaboration combines human capital management platforms with academic systems used across colleges and universities.

AIB NI partners with Young Enterprise to deliver business education in northwest schools

Author: Jed Nykolle Harme

AIB Northern Ireland has partnered with Young Enterprise to deliver financial literacy and enterprise education across northwest schools. The collaboration provides students with practical business skills and supports entrepreneurial capability development in the region.

Turnua partners with Future Academy to address AI skills shortage through Kildare hub

Author: Jed Nykolle Harme

Irish critical infrastructure specialist Turnua has partnered with Future Academy to launch a digital skills and innovation hub in Naas, County Kildare. The initiative addresses AI capability gaps through practical training for students and enterprises.

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