"Resilience can no longer be solely within the remit of government." Public-private collaboration is now vital to protecting infrastructure and sustaining investment, argue Cillian Leonowicz and Gary Comiskey, both at EY Ireland. brnw.ch/21wVLmC

“It is important not to fear trying new things. Just try it. It may not work, or it may take time, but it is essential to keep trying and developing a growth mindset" – Frank Walsh, Managing Partner of Walsh O’Brien Harnett. brnw.ch/21wVLZM

“Chartered Accountancy gives you a passport to a great career with a globally recognised qualification" – Mark Lawther, Chair of the Ulster Society of Chartered Accountants Ireland. brnw.ch/21wVNiN

"Raising awareness of gender equity and promoting the benefits of diversity in teams is essential if we are to reshape corporate culture." Founder of doddl, Martina Hennessy has learned the true value of embracing diverse perspectives. brnw.ch/21wVO4W

Maeve Hunt – Director of Audit and Assurance at Grant Thornton – outlines how small businesses can harness CSR to boost reputation, build trust, attract talent and make a genuine impact in their local community. brnw.ch/21wVPIH

“Tweaking around the edges will not work. We need new regulatory capacity that is well resourced and works quickly across sectors” according to Chair of Ireland's Artificial Intelligence Advisory Council, Dr. Patricia Scanlon. brnw.ch/21wVQq5

Ukrainians are looking beyond the Russian incursion to a future freed from corruption and supported by EU accession, free speech and independent media, according to Judy Dempsey, Non-Resident Senior Fellow at Carnegie Europe. brnw.ch/21wVScx

"In broad terms, the outlook for the Irish economy is still positive, but in an environment of such intense uncertainty, slower growth looks inevitable. All eyes will remain on Trump," – Jim Power – economist – takes stock. brnw.ch/21wVSOc

Irish businesses embracing digital transformation must ensure the technology is developed and deployed ethically, inclusively and sustainably while driving value, writes Antonia Butler – Sustainability Adviser with Business in the Community Ireland. brnw.ch/21wVUi3

"There is a significant opportunity for our profession to shape sustainable business models where factors such as climate risk and social impact are embedded into strategy," Aisling McCaffrey – Just Transition Programme Lead, Impact Investing Institute. brnw.ch/21wVV1o

Consolidation is reshaping Ireland’s accounting sector. Ken McAndrew – Founder of Camigo Consulting – explores the critical choice facing many firms: invest to stay independent or partner for growth. brnw.ch/21wVYRt

“The reality is that AI is here now and it’s here to stay. Humans won’t be replaced, but we will need to learn to work in a more tech-savvy manner." Conor Keenan is celebrating the launch of his latest Australian venture – MyMoneyMedic. brnw.ch/21wVZbp

"Poland turned its back on the hard-left, communist policies of active state planning and opted instead for free markets, allowing consumers to determine which activities and companies would prosper" – Cormac Lucey, economic commentator & lecturer. brnw.ch/21wW0Dm

"By encouraging more female participation, and consequently the level of talent and skills in the financial services workforce, the initiative is also of benefit to Ireland’s attractiveness for foreign direct investment” – Robert Troy, TD. brnw.ch/21wW1lg

With auto-enrolment due to kick off in January 2026, the focus so far has centred on the impact on payroll. This makes sense, but it’s not the whole picture, writes Emma Richmond – Managing Partner and Employment Law Partner at Whitney Moore. brnw.ch/21wW2P2

“As long as you have the proper structures in place, it’s important to take bets and not to fear failure. Failure is part of the experience." Clearhill’s John McAreavey is leveraging his accounting expertise to support a thriving family business. brnw.ch/21wW3qs

"Budget 2026 must move beyond short-term measures and deliver a coordinated, long-term strategy to restore confidence and accelerate delivery" – one of three Member Perspectives contributors, Sarah McAleese, Senior Risk Consulting Associate at KPMG. brnw.ch/21wW4QR

"It’s normal for this to feel unfamiliar or even uncomfortable at first, so don’t hesitate to seek advice or support from trusted colleagues or a mentor," Julia Rowan – Principal Consultant with Performance Matters Ltd. brnw.ch/21wW5z8

As global competition reshapes governance, tougher rules are giving way to looser standards. Dan Byrne – journalist with the Corporate Governance Institute – explores what this shift means for directors, regulators and long-term corporate accountability. brnw.ch/21wW757

“Tasks that once took days—writing, testing and refining code—can now be done in hours. That speed gives us a huge advantage when it comes to innovation and service delivery” – Incorpro’s Andrew Doherty. brnw.ch/21wW7K6