Ibec

Ibec is the largest and most active business representation organisation in Ireland.^[1] It represents the interests of 7,500 companies and organisations, of all sizes and sectors.^[2]

The organisation works to promote business interests by lobbying and advising governments, creating networking opportunities for businesses and carrying out research. Ibec lobbies the Irish Government, European Union and international legislators on a wide range of policy priorities for business.

Ibec also supports member companies with advice on industrial relations and management of employees.

The organisation employs over 180 staff and operates nationally through six national offices in: Dublin (HQ), Cork, Galway, Waterford, Limerick and Donegal, and internationally through its Brussels office. Ibec is directed and managed by a board, national council, and executive director team.

History

Formerly known as the Irish Business and Employers Confederation (IBEC), but now just the word "Ibec",^[3] the organisation was formed in 1993 as a result of the conclusion of the Confederation of Irish Industry (CII, founded 1932) and the Federated Union of Employers (FUE, founded 1942).

Following the 2008 Irish economic downturn, Ibec was one of the most prominent, positive voices in the public realm of how industry could lead the recovery.^[4]

Structure

The CEO of Ibec is Danny McCoy who assumed the role in June 2009.

The organisation is arranged into five divisions: Policy; Employer Relations; Corporate, Strategic and International Affairs; Commercial and Operations.

Ibec’s policies and strategic priorities are set by a national council and board, which are implemented by Ibec’s executive director team.

National council

Ibec's central and final decision-making authority is the 70 member national council and signs-off key Ibec policy positions. It provides a forum for the exchange of views between the constituent members and groupings of Ibec on relevant policy, sectoral and organisational issues.

Board

The Ibec board is responsible for Ibec’s corporate governance and strategic direction. It is chaired by Ibec President, Anne Heraty of |CPL Resources plc.

Ibec board

Executive director team

The executive director team, led by Ibec CEO Danny McCoy is responsible for the development and implementation of Ibec's strategic implementation plan.

Executive director team:

Policy

Ibec develops its lobbying strategy through its 17 member policy team and 9 policy committees which are chaired and populated by members of Ibec. Committees meet on a quarterly basis, addressing the challenges and issues facing business and employers.

Ibec policy committees:

• Digital Economy Policy Committee
• Innovation, Science and Technology Committee
• European Affairs and Trade Policy Committee
• Labour Market and Skills Council
• Economic and Taxation Committee
• Diversity Forum
• Occupational Health and Safety Committee
• Transport Council
• Environment Policy Committee

Industry level representation

Ibec has over 40 business associations within the organisation.^[5] Each association is supported by a professional team of industry experts.

Ibec’s main sectors are:

• Alcohol Beverage Federation of Ireland (ABFI)
• Audio-visual Federation (AVF)
• BioPharmaChem Ireland (BPCI)
• Building Materials Federation (BMF)
• Cement Manufactures Ireland(CMI)
• Consumer Electronics (CEDA)
• Federation of Aerospace Engineering industries (FAEI)
• Federation of Irish Renderers (FIR) affiliate
• Financial Services Ireland (FSI)
• Food and Drink Industry Ireland (FDII)
• Forestry (IFFPA)
• ICT Ireland
• Irish Association of Pigmeat Processors (IAPM)
• Irish Beer Association (IBA)
• Irish Biscuits and Chocolate Association (IBCA)
• Irish Bread Bakers Association (IBBA)
• Irish Cellular Industry Association (ICIA)
• Irish Cider Association
• Irish Coffee Association (ICA)
• Irish Cold Storage Federation (ICSF)
• Irish Contract Cleaners Association (ICCA)
• Irish Cosmetics Detergents Association (ICDA)
• Irish Decorative Surfaces Association (IDSCA)
• Irish Diary Industries Association (IDIA)
• Irish Engineering Enterprises Federation (IEEF)
• Irish Manufacturers Association (IMA)
• Irish Medical Devices Association (IMDA)
• Irish Mining and Engineering Group (IMEG)
• Irish Ports Association (IPA)
• Irish Software Association (ISA)
• Irish Spirits Association
• Irish Whiskey Association
• Irish Wine Association.
• Meat Industry Ireland (MII)
• Mobile Operators messaging forum (MOM)
• Petfood Association of Ireland (PFAI)
• Plastics Ireland
• Prepared Consumer Foods (PCF) Council
• Property Industry Ireland (PII)
• Retail Ireland
• Small Firms Association (SFA)
• Telecommunications Internet Federation (TIF)
• White Goods Association (WGA)

References

External links

• IBEC homepage