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U.S. multinational UKG Inc., a leading provider of HR, payroll and workforce management solutions for all people, has reached an agreement with CluneTech to acquire global payroll provider Immedis. Through its cloud-based payroll platform, Immedis delivers multi-country payroll solutions to customers spanning multiple industries across more than 150 countries and 120 currencies.
The acquisition of Immedis, subject to closing conditions, propels UKG into a global HCM leadership position with the creation of the industry’s most adaptable, intelligent “schedule to fund in one” experience for multinational businesses. UKG has 15,000 employees and 75,000 customers around the globe. The acquisition of Immedis will help UKG support their customers to transform multi-country payroll, while also providing exciting career opportunities for Immedis employees as part of the UKG business.
“Having worked closely with Immedis for several years, utilizing their technology to help support our customers through a strategic partnership, we are delighted to welcome the team to UKG,” said Chris Todd, chief executive officer at UKG. “The combination of UKG and Immedis will create the HCM industry’s most flexible and intelligent multi-country payroll experience for multinational businesses.”
“We established Immedis to help large companies solve their global payroll problems. I am incredibly proud of the hard work and dedication of the Immedis team over the past seven years to achieve our goal of becoming a global leader in international payroll service and technology,” said Terry Clune, founder of Immedis and CluneTech. “Joining UKG expands the reach and impact of our ground-breaking technology. It also presents tremendous new opportunities for the exceptional people who make Immedis special. I really appreciate the hard work of our incredible team, and I’m delighted that each of our Immedis staff will gain from this acquisition. I’d also like to thank Lead Edge Capital and Scottish Equity Partners (SEP) who have been strong and supportive partners in Immedis’ growth.”
Congratulations to Immedis founder Terry Clune, Immedis Chief Strategy Officer Richard Limpkin, UKG CEO Chris Todd, along with all of the UKG and Immedis teams on this exciting acquisition! We can't wait to see what's next for team Immedis.
Find out more about UKG's acquisition of Immedis here today.
In June, Taxback International's Chief Tax & Compliance Officer, Lisa Dowling and Chief Commercial Officer, Joe Healy presented the 4th official livestream of their client loyalty programme, ELEVATE.
ELEVATE is Taxback International’s CPD-approved live event that gives VAT experts from our wider community an opportunity to speak on VAT issues that matter most to their clients.
This was the first ever ELEVATE hosted live from Taxback International’s Kilkenny HQ. On the day, Lisa and Joe were joined by some amazing guest speakers from WTS Global, Metso, Ancestry, Meta, and Transfermate who provided a wide range of insightful seminars and panel discussions on topics around VAT in the Digital Age.
Well done to everyone involved in this incredibly successful event. We can't wait for Taxback International’s next live ELEVATE event at Kilkenny HQ.
TransferMate Global Payments, a CluneTech subsidiary, had the pleasure of hosting the Compliance Institute’s inaugural Southeast Regional Chapter event at our Kilkenny HQ.
The event which was held in June, featured a number of subject matter experts including Michael Kavanagh, who presented an overview of the Compliance Institute, our very own Alex Clements who provided an Introduction to TransferMate Global Payments and valuable insights on the topic of Ethics, Ireland South East's Catriona Murphy, who gave an overview of the Southeast Cluster, and Rachel Finn from Trilateral Research for a fantastic discussion about AI and Ethics.
Well done to everyone involved behind the scenes on the day. We look forward to the next Southeast regional event this Autumn.
Last May, CluneTech was recognised as one of Ireland's Best Workplaces in Tech for the 3rd consecutive year.
This announcement added to a successful year to date for the group following CluneTech’s earlier achievements as one of the Best Large Workplaces in Ireland, along with being recognised as one of the Best Large Workplaces for Women in Ireland in April.
The accolade was granted after a thorough and independent analysis conducted by Great Place to Work Institute Ireland. The accreditation was introduced in 2021 and the process is based on direct feedback from employees, provided as part of an extensive and anonymous survey about the employee experience.
We couldn't be prouder and want to thank each and every one of our employees globally who play a role in ensuring that CluneTech truly is a Great Place to Work. A huge thank you to Great Place to Work® Ireland for coordinating such a wonderful initiative, and a big well done to our fellow Great Places to Work in Tech.
Discover the full list here today.
Sporting events in 2023 offer a wealth of opportunities for brands to reach their target audience and create memorable campaigns. In this article, Benamic’s marketing experts break down the best sport-related marketing campaigns to take inspiration from this year.
Check out the full list of inspirational marketing campaigns here.
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June 30, 2023
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This March, Taxback, the CluneTech subsidiary, officially launched its brand new website along with unveiling the company's much anticipated rebrand and improved user experience - making it easier than ever to claim your tax refunds.
The ultimate ambition behind Taxback’s rebrand is to make it easier than ever before for users to claim their tax back.
Some of the most important improvements introduced to Taxback’s rebrand and site revamp include…
Congratulations to all of the team involved at Taxback on this incredible brand transformation. Want to find out more about Taxback’s’ new look and feel? Take a look at the full details here.
Taxback International has announced a strategic partnership with global tax practice, WTS Global (WTS). The collaboration enables WTS to utilise Taxback International’s revolutionary ‘Comply’ platform to power their VAT (Value Added Tax) compliance services globally.
Built on twenty five years of VAT expertise, Comply is a scalable, secure VAT compliance platform that manages complex, country-specific rules to ensure that businesses remain compliant in a rapidly changing business environment. Comply will help WTS to optimise their clients’ compliance experience with increased governance and visibility, with potential for immediate revenue and growth opportunities.
Speaking about the partnership, board member at WTS and global head of WTS Indirect Tax practice, Jürgen Scholz, said:
“At WTS we have a very strong background in delivering excellent VAT advisory & compliance services for our clients. We are delighted that with our strategic partnership with Taxback International we are now able to provide a digital platform to power our VAT compliance service globally. We will also promote the platform Comply to our global partnership network as we are convinced that the solution offers state-of-the-art technology to face the upcoming challenges for VAT in the digital age.”
The ceremonial signing of the partnership was celebrated at Taxback International’s HQ with a visit from the Minister of State at the Department of Enterprise, Trade & Employment, Neale Richmond TD. Speaking on the partnership, the minister assessed this collaboration as “a perfect alignment of expertise and innovation between two global, market-leading companies”.
Take a look at the full press release here to find out more about WTS Global and Taxback International's new strategic partnership today.
This March, TransferMate has added two new currencies to their global accounts solution, adding to the company’s offering to their clients sending and receiving foreign currency payments.
The addition of both Canadian Dollars and Malaysian Ringgits allows clients to easily hold, pay and receive in 30 total currencies across the world through Global Accounts.
Get in touch today for more information about this world-leading multi-currency management solution!
CluneTech’s very own Marketing and Communications Specialist, Kristina Illevia has been featured in Economy BG with an article all about Employer Branding at CluneTech.
In the article, Kristina shares her insights and expertise on how CluneTech has successfully built a strong employer brand that attracts top talent and fosters a positive company culture. From our mission and values, to our employee perks and development programs, Kristina covers it all. Well done to Kristina on this amazing feature.
You can catch Kristina’s full article here.
There was a cause for celebration last month as Benamic debuted their brand new hybrid office space for their teams based in Varna, Bulgaria.
Since the beginning of the pandemic, Benamic has been operating entirely remotely, but the addition of their new office provides a place for employees to collaborate in person while continuing to provide the choice and flexibility of remote working.
Julian Morrison, CEO of Benamic, said:
“Listening to our employees is always a top priority, and we heard loud and clear that a full-time return to the office was not what they wanted. The decision to downsize the previous office and create a new hybrid space was a strategic move that allows us to prioritize employee experience and provide a space that caters to their needs.”
Congratulations to team Benamic on this amazing new facility!
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April 6, 2023
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Last October, TransferMate announced their partnership with Leeds United as their Official FX Partner for the 22/23 Premier League campaign. TransferMate will operate as the club’s exclusive foreign currency provider, providing cross-border payments services through its unrivaled payments infrastructure.
Paul Bell, Executive Director at Leeds United, said “Their unique global payments solution will be a huge asset to our club.”
To promote this partnership, our TransferMate team along with our Head of Design at CluneTech, Elena Stefanova brought their ideas to life and created a fantastic new TV advert to signal the arrival of this partnership in the run up to the new Premier League season.
At the start of 2023, CluneTech debuted their first recruitment campaign of the year.
The campaign video gives a sneak peak into the fabulous new office space at the IDA Business Park in Kilkenny while also shining a light on CluneTech’s mission and values, focusing on how CluneTech’s companies make business better for their customers. The piece features CluneTech CEO and Founder, Terry Clune, and members of the team who share an insight into their own career journeys and experiences thus far, explaining why they chose CluneTech as an employer.
Across CluneTech we are expanding and looking for key talent across many different sectors. Take a look at clunetech.com/careers to see all of the available opportunities.
Sprintax have announced a number of new and improved updates to their dynamic and trusted system Sprintax Calculus.
Some of the improvements include aspects like enhanced user experience, improved usability and full ADA compliance.
Want to find out more about Sprintax Calculus’ new improvements? Take a look at the full list of changes here.
Wondering how you can claim your €500 rent tax relief?
Well look no further, as Marian Ryan, Consumer Tax Manager with Taxback.com has outlined all the information a tenant needs to apply for the refund during her interview on RTE’s Morning Ireland.
Speaking about the preparation for claiming this refund, Marian noted:
"You need the address where you are living, the name and address of the landlord, their PPS number and confirmation that they are registered with the RTB. It's straight forward, it's usually all the information that is on the tenancy agreement."
Want to learn more and find out all of the details on how to claim your rent tax relief? Listen to Marian’s full interview here.
Looking for an overview of VAT news from the past 4 weeks? Taxback International’s VAT guide is available monthly and helps businesses to stay up to date with their VAT obligations.
Check out what Taxback International’s experts have put together this month with the latest VAT updates from Croatia, Czech Republic, Germany, Greece, Poland, Spain and more!
To catch the Global VAT Guide, just click here.
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January 20, 2023
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Three weeks ago, our TransferMate team attended Money 20/20 Las Vegas, the biggest Fintech and payments conference on the world stage. During their visit, our Head of Employee Experience, Rachael O’Shea got the chance to interview the wonderful Kevin Magnussen from our partner, the Haas F1 Team. Rachael and Kevin chatted about everything from his return to racing to becoming a dad, and the similarities between TransferMate Global Payments & Haas. Our TransferMate team also had the opportunity to speak with partners and customers about their journey to date and the value TransferMate brings to their business. Well done to all involved and special thanks to our amazing teams who continue to represent the group from all around the globe.
We are delighted to announce that as part of CluneTech Cares, our CSR Programme, CluneTech is sponsoring Plant the Planet Games in partnership with Self Help Africa, Warriors for Humanity and the Gaelic Players Association.
CluneTech are very happy to be sponsoring Kilkenny hurling legend, Paul Murphy to participate in this initiative, which will result in 25,000 trees being planted in Africa. Planting these trees means providing a source of food, income, shelter and improved soil for thousands of African families, as well as removing up to 625 tonnes of carbon from the atmosphere every year.
Taking place in Kenya from the 19th to 27th November, the event will feature 50 male and female Inter-County Gaelic Games players from all four codes. Joining the games will be an array of talent from Gaelic Games including Limericks Sean Finn, Wexford’s Matthew O’Hanlon, Kerry’s Stefan Okunbor, Kilkenny’s Grace Walsh and Niamh O’Sullivan of Meath, amongst others.
A fundraising page in support of the Warrior for Humanity, Plant the Planet Games has been set up and donations for those wishing to support can be made at: https://www.idonate.ie/event/planttheplanet
Taxback International are delighted to be selected as a finalist for the internationally-recognised Elevation Award 2022, by the Business & Finance Media Group, in association with Enterprise Ireland.
‘This recognition of our achievements reinforces our desire to continue delivering innovative FinTech, and we are determined to continue providing our clients with the best-in-class VAT Compliance services with Comply’ - Taxback International.
We look forward to the Award Announcements on the 1st of December 2022 at The Convention Centre Dublin
In tough economic times, discounting may feel like the solution. But in reality, it's just a temporary band-aid.
As the economy declines, businesses often turn to discounting as a way to boost sales. However, discounting is not always the answer. Read more on Benamic's new blog post about why you should avoid discounting when the economy is struggling (and what you can do instead)
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Planning a move down under? Then this session is for you! Taxback.com was delighted to partner with NexVentur, Visa First and Irish Australian Chamber of Commerce to host a live event for those interested in relocating to Australia.
Our panel of experts discuss the key considerations for movers including visa requirements, travel options, top tips for securing employment and much more!
To watch the travel series on-demand, click here: https://lnkd.in/ea89c-bC
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November 25, 2022
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Tuesday, November 22nd. The Ambassador of Ireland to Bulgaria, Martina Feeney visited CluneTech’s Varna office in Bulgaria on Tuesday, November 22nd, marking her second visit to the company this year, following an earlier visit to the Veliko Tarnovo office. Ambassador Feeney met representatives from across the CluneTech group of companies in Varna, which is the biggest office of the Irish software technology group in Bulgaria.
At the meeting, senior managers from different divisions of CluneTech shared the latest achievements of their businesses with the Ambassador. Our guest was curious to understand how the pandemic changed the workplace and to learn more about our most recent employee benefits and company culture improvements, which has contributed to CluneTech being listed as one of Bulgaria’s top 100 employers. Ambassador Feeney and the CluneTech managers discussed the importance of attracting and retaining the best talent, as well as our long-term CSR partnership with organizations like Karin Dom in Varna.
“I’m really impressed by the incredible teams that I met in both Varna and Veliko Tarnovo’s offices this year. All of the people at CluneTech seem to be really passionate about what they do. I have no doubt that putting people at the center of the business, something that CluneTech is dedicated to doing for its over 21 years of presence in Bulgaria, is essential to being successful. I`m looking forward to continuing our partnership and supporting you.
“We were delighted to host Ambassador Feeney, who was curious to learn more about our businesses, but also about our company culture and the people who work here. Ambassador Feeney is open to supporting us in every possible way and to strengthening the relations between the business and the authorities in the country, as we plan to increase our workforce here.”
During her first working trip in the country after the removal of the Covid restrictions, Ambassador Feeney visited our office in Veliko Tarnovo. There she spoke to Chris Henry, Zhana Zhivkova, Desislava Chervenkova, Desislava Teneva, and Tsvetanka Ivanova, who are all senior managers in the group. Back in June, when they met, our managers told her more about TransferMate entering a massive growth phase and becoming the first Irish tech unicorn represented in Bulgaria, as well as the recruitment plans of other CluneTech companies such as Immedis and Taxback.com who are also recruiting in the country.
CluneTech is the biggest Irish employer in Bulgaria and has been represented in the country for over 21 years. Its office in Varna is the biggest in Bulgaria, employing nearly 800 people in the fields of Finance, Software Development, Customer Service, Marketing, and many more.
About Ambassador Martina Feeney
Ambassador Feeney took up her position as Ambassador of Ireland to Bulgaria in October 2020. The pandemic limited her ability to meet people and host the usual events that are traditional for the Irish embassy in Bulgaria. This year saw the Ambassador’s first visits to both Veliko Tarnovo and Varna since the removal of the Covid-19 restrictions in the country this spring and we were delighted to host her. We look forward to the next visit from the Ambassador to our Bulgarian operations.
November 23, 2022
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Everyone here at CluneTech was delighted to see Sinead Fitzmaurice, CEO at TransferMate included in the Fintech 15.
Take a look at the full article here which includes Sinead's professional journey thus far and insights into TransferMate's continuous growth in the world of Fintech.
Congratulations Sinead from all here at CluneTech.
We are all absolutely thrilled to see that CluneTech has been shortlisted for three awards in the 2022 HR and Leadership Management Awards. This is the fourth year in a row for CluneTech being nominated alongside some tough competition consisting of some of Ireland's leading companies.
CluneTech have been nominated in the following award categories:
We would like to congratulate everyone that has contributed their time and hard work to make these fantastic nominations happen.
Immedis are delighted to be a finalist for two Global Payroll Association awards this September.
“I am incredibly proud of the commitment to excellence that our team has displayed. This recognition is a testament to the hard work and dedication from each and every employee at Immedis, as well as the incredibly collaborative client partnerships who entrust us with their global payroll.”
- Terry Clune, Executive Chairman of Immedis speaking on their recent nominations.
Immedis has been nominated in the following two categories:
For more detail on these nominations, check out the full article here.
Taxback International’s very own Chief Strategy Officer, Joe Healy was interviewed last week at the Global Business Travel Association Convention in San Diego.
This insightful interview covered some great topics such as new trends we should be aware of in T&E VAT reclaim, how corporations can make sure they don't have VAT reclaim opportunities blocked, along with the future of T&E VAT reclaim.
Well done to Joe on a brilliant interview and well done to both Joe and Marc Ventura Meinersen for representing Taxback International so well over in San Diego.
To hear more about the topics Joe spoke about in the interview, click here to watch the full video.
Thinking of planning your backpacking adventure to Australia? This #TaxTipsAustralia guide from Taxback.com gives you a closer look at useful information to keep in mind relating to Australian tax offsets and outlines what they are, who can claim them and how to do so.
Click here to read the full backpackers guide to LMITO in Australia for all you need to know.
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September 9, 2022
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At CluneTech, we have an extensive Milestone Recognition Program that rewards employees that choose to build a long and successful career with us. As part of this programme, we love celebrating and sharing the stories of those reaching major milestones with the company.
This month we caught up with Viktoria Kurteva, Front End Developer at Sprintax. She has been on our team for the last 5 years.
My favorite thing about working in CluneTech is the team I work with. We’ve built a strong and open way of communicating, with a lot of mutual understanding and trust. Everyone is approachable, open to questions, and always willing to help when needed. Beyond the professional environment, I’ve also had the chance to build meaningful connections and friendships that extend outside of work, which makes the experience even more valuable.
Having been with CluneTech for five years, my biggest achievement has been my professional growth within the company. I joined shortly after graduating, and through continuous learning and commitment, I was able to demonstrate my potential and take on increasing responsibility. This journey eventually led to the opportunity to step into a Team Lead role, which I see as both a personal milestone and a reflection of the trust and support I’ve received along the way.
The biggest change I’ve witnessed is the growth and evolution of the team I’m part of. When I joined, the team consisted of just three people, and today it has grown to twelve. Along with this growth came new dynamics, stronger collaboration, and a more structured way of working together. It’s been interesting to see how the team has evolved while maintaining open communication and a supportive environment.
One of the greatest challenges I’ve faced has been growing both professionally and personally. From the very beginning, it required stepping outside my comfort zone to communicate with more experienced colleagues, ask questions, and actively learn.
Over time, I needed to take on more responsibility and make decisions on my own, which was initially intimidating. Today, many of the things that once felt challenging are now part of my everyday work.
I’ve really enjoyed projects where I could both contribute technically and support the team’s growth. Working on challenging front-end tasks while also helping colleagues solve problems, share knowledge, and improve collaboration has been very rewarding. I particularly value opportunities where I can learn new approaches and see how our work positively impacts the product and the team.
My advice would be not to be afraid to reach out to your colleagues and communicate openly in the workflow. Ask questions whenever you have them, seek feedback, and don’t hesitate to share your ideas or suggestions. Make the most of your time, stay curious, and take every opportunity to learn as much as you can from those around you.
December 18, 2025
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At CluneTech, we have an extensive Milestone Recognition Program that rewards employees that choose to build a long and successful career with us. As part of this programme, we love celebrating and sharing the stories of those reaching major milestones with the company.
This month we caught up with CluneTech's Head of Design, Elena Stefanova who has been on our team for the last 15 years.
What is your favorite thing about working in CluneTech?
The opportunity to work in an international environment and meet people from different cultures.
What has been your biggest achievement or highlight since joining CluneTech?
One life-changing achievement was the opportunity to upskill from a graphic designer to a motion designer, using After Effects. It had been a childhood dream of mine to create motion graphics and animations. However, my biggest overall achievement within the company has been progressing through every career stage—from junior designer to Head of Design.
What is the biggest change that you have witnessed in your time here?
Relocating the office from Tsar Simeon to Bacho Kiro and changing the company name to CluneTech.
What is the greatest challenge that you have faced in your time here and how did you overcome it?
Without a doubt, it was the renovation of the new Lounge and Meeting Space in the basement (formerly the Martini Bar)—from the interior design concept to full realization. It required countless hours of research into commercial space requirements, including layout planning, lighting, safety, and dimension regulations, along with completing a six-month Interior Design course at SoftUni. It was a huge commitment for everyone involved, sometimes exceeding 10 hours of work per day, seven days a week.
What has been your favorite project to work on?
Creating videos with Zory for company parties— the videos on the Brick Port walls in recent years and the CluneTech event videos from previous years.
Do you have advice for someone who is just starting their career in CluneTech?
The company offers great opportunities for career growth and job security—be wise and make the most of them.
August 26, 2025
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At CluneTech, we have an extensive Milestone Recognition Program that rewards employees that choose to build a long and successful career with us. As part of this programme, we love celebrating and sharing the stories of those reaching major milestones with the company.
This month we caught up with TransferMate's Financial Crime Subject Matter Expert, Nelda Montalvo who has been on our team for the last 2 years.
What is your favorite thing about working in CluneTech / TransferMate?
I love that every day is different. I get to work on interesting cases and learn something new all the time. Plus, the teamwork here is great! Everyone is so willing to help out.
What has been your biggest achievement or highlight since joining CluneTech / TransferMate?
Moving into the Financial Crime Subject Matter Expert role has been a big highlight for me. It’s been really rewarding to grow in this area and work on some challenging investigations.
Who or what has inspired you the most during your time here?
Definitely the people I work with. There’s so much experience and knowledge in the team, and everyone is so open to sharing what they know.
What is the biggest change that you have witnessed in your time here?
I’d say the way our processes and systems have evolved. It’s great to see how we’re improving all the time, especially in how we handle financial crime risks.
What is the greatest challenge that you have faced in your time here and how did you overcome it?
Some of the complex cases I’ve worked on were definitely challenging, especially when quick decisions were needed. I just focused on staying calm, asking the right questions, and working closely with the team.
What has been your favorite project to work on?
I’ve enjoyed the investigations where I could really dig into unusual activity and spot patterns. It’s challenging work, but it’s really satisfying.
Do you have advice for someone who is just starting their career in CluneTech / TransferMate?
Be curious and don’t be afraid to ask questions and take every chance to learn from the people around you.
September 9, 2025
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At CluneTech, we have an extensive Milestone Recognition Program that rewards employees that choose to build along and successful career with us. As part of this programme, we love celebrating and sharing the stories of those reaching major milestones with the company.
This month we caught up with Kristina Ilieva, Marketing & Communications Specialist at CluneTech, who has been on our team for the last 10 years.
Time flies when you're having fun and surrounded by great people. I feel really lucky to have spent these ten years working alongside incredibly smart, down-to-earth, and supportive colleagues. This sense of camaraderie is truly one of the best things about the group, and it remains unmatched by any other team I’ve encountered in my career so far.
It’s definitely not the awards, no, no!
At the end of the day, my highlight is helping to create and foster a workplace where we support each other and gravitate toward the same values: respect, innovation, and passion for what we do. And let’s not forget all the great moments and parties we’ve shared, too.
As an introverted person, my role as a Communications Specialist has definitely pushed me out of my comfort zone. It’s taught me that being in the spotlight isn’t an act of selfishness, especially when you have something meaningful to say. The same goes for my amazing colleagues, whose knowledge, successes, and inspiring stories we’ve shared with the wider audience over the years. Highlighting these great examples, inspiring others, and keeping people’s spirits high is a success I’m proud of.
There’s no single task or project I admire above the rest. Everything—from communications and writing to events, charity work, educational programs for students, and even marketing and organizational tasks—serves as an outlet for my personality. I’m deeply curious about human nature and what drives us, and I feel fortunate to have the opportunity to work with so many people from diverse backgrounds, nationalities, and personalities.
Dive deep into your role, and be open to learning from your mentors. Don’t give up easily when you face challenges. Instead, try to be creative, learn, and find your way through!
July 14, 2025
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At CluneTech, we have an extensive Milestone Recognition Program that rewards employees that choose to build along and successful career with us. As part of this programme, we love celebrating and sharing the stories of those reaching major milestones with the company.
This month we caught up with Rory Lynskey, Senior Content Creator at Sprintax, who has been on our team for the last 5 years.
It’s difficult to name just one thing, but if I had to pick then my favorite thing about working here has to be the people and the culture (that’s one, right? 😅).
Everyone here is so supportive, talented, and passionate about what they do. It’s great to be part of a team where innovation and teamwork go hand in hand.
The Taxback blog restoration project was a big highlight, reversing the decline in page views on the blog site, and the Content and SEO teams deserve a lot of praise for finding a way to do that and putting the hours into make it happen.
Personally, being promoted to Senior Content Creator was also a great moment.
It’d be hard to pick just one person! Working with such a talented and supportive team makes every challenge easier! There’s always someone willing to lend a hand or share some expert knowledge to help with any situation.
I have seen big changes at all the brands I have worked on since I joined. Overall, I’d say each brand is now a lot more polished than when I joined, and they look better than ever.
The improvements in design, messaging, and overall presentation really make them stand out to me.
I’d probably have to say COVID. I was only in the door of the company, getting used to the 9-5 lifestyle after fours years of college and all of a sudden I was working from home for the first time. Almost everyone else was in the same boat, however, so it made it a lot easier trying to navigate the WFH world!
I really enjoy my work with Sprintax, there’s always so much going on and particularly at this time of year, with it being US tax season. The Dividends project as a whole is very exciting and challenging to work on so I’ll go with that.
My biggest piece of advice for someone starting their career at CluneTech is to be proactive.
Don’t be afraid to ask questions - everyone here is really supportive and always willing to help. Take the time to learn about what you are working on, embrace new challenges, and get involved in different projects!
July 14, 2025
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At CluneTech, we have an extensive Milestone Recognition Program that rewards employees that choose to build along and successful career with us. As part of this programme, we love celebrating and sharing the stories of those reaching major milestones with the company.
This month we caught up with Benamic's Deputy Operations Manager, Venelina Sabeva who has been on our team for the last 15 years.
What is your favorite thing about working in CluneTech / Benamic?
First and foremost, it’s the people. Not only the incredible colleagues in Benamic but also everyone across other CluneTech divisions—TransferMate, HR, IT, accounting, and more. The atmosphere of cooperation, support, and tolerance is what fosters confidence, nurtures talent, and allows individuals to grow and thrive.
What has been your biggest achievement or highlight since joining CluneTech / Benamic?
I wouldn’t pinpoint just one highlight, but rather the entire journey we’ve experienced together and the exciting future ahead for the business. Watching the company evolve and grow—through the ups and downs—is the most fulfilling aspect of my time here. Being part of that progression is truly interesting.
What is the biggest change that you have witnessed in your time here?
The biggest change has definitely been the automation introduced in many processes. What once required manual data entry, like registrations and payments, is now automated. This is a massive shift I couldn’t have imagined before. Another significant change is the flexibility of the business, especially the shift to offering home office opportunities, which has been a game-changer.
What is the greatest challenge that you have faced in your time here and how did you overcome it?
There have been several daily challenges, but with persistence and a strong team, they’ve all been manageable. Personally, the greatest challenge was finding the right work-life balance and setting boundaries to ensure I could manage both my personal and professional life effectively.
What has been your favourite project to work on?
Automation has always been my area of passion. I’m very much algorithm- and math-oriented, so finding patterns and implementing new processes brings me joy.
Do you have advice for someone who is just starting their career in CluneTech / Benamic?
Take on challenges—this is how opportunities arise. Work hard, be persistent, and remember to never miss a party! 😊
July 14, 2025
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Our CSR Programme - CluneTech Cares, is a fantastic representation of what we are - a team of truly caring individuals giving our best to support and add value, not only to our customers, but also to the communities in which we operate. CluneTech Cares is employee-led and has three key pillars: Wellness, Culture & Community, and Sustainability. It has been a busy quarter so make sure to check out some of our latest activities below.
With one of the key pillars of our CSR Programme CluneTech Cares being sustainability, we couldn’t forget all of our recent CSR events under the #CluneTechGoesGreen umbrella which we organized for our staff during the month of April.
Every year, in celebration of World Earth Day, CluneTech Goes Green for the month of April to raise awareness about the environment and learn more about what we can do for our planet across our day to day lives.
During the month of April #CluneTechGoesGreen:
• Shared daily tips and tricks with our colleagues on how we can change aspects of our lifestyles for the better of our planet.
• Donated €5 per employee that participated in a 5k run / walk for the month of April to Leave No Trace, Ireland’s only Outdoor Ethics Education Programme designed to promote and inspire responsible outdoor recreation.
• Debuted fresh ways to promote sustainability to our people like our virtual cooking demo with The Happy Pear discussing Sustainability, Food Waste and Cooking on a Budget, as well as a webinar teaching us how we can limit our digital use environmental footprint.
Thanks to our team's support and participation throughout the month, CluneTech donated over €100 to our dedicated sustainability charity, Leave No Trace Ireland which will go towards their work sustaining a healthy and vibrant outdoor environment for everyone. Well done to all of our amazing colleagues for their participation this month.
In honour of World MS Day, CluneTech Cares dedicated May's CSR spotlight to a number of incredibly deserving multiple sclerosis support charities. The charities supported included Moga Sam, MS Ireland and MS Society UK.
The MS – Moga sam organization in Bulgaria was founded by Bilyana Savova. At the age of 40, she was diagnosed with multiple sclerosis. Bilyana started the organization in 2013 to support people with multiple sclerosis by helping them deal with their diagnosis both mentally and physically, as well as guiding them towards healthy lifestyle changes that can improve a range of MS symptoms.
The Multiple Sclerosis Society of Ireland (MS Ireland) is the only national organisation providing information, support, and advocacy services to the MS community. Their services include Regional Community Worker programmes for one-to-one support, physiotherapy, symptom management courses, newly diagnosed sessions, and the MS Information Line, one of the first services used in the time leading up to or following a diagnosis.
The Multiple Sclerosis Society is the UK's largest charity for people affected by multiple sclerosis. The organisation funds research, campaigns for social and political change and provides services that help people with multiple sclerosis and their families. It also compiles the only report of its kind on prevalence and living situations for people with MS across the UK
On the 30th of May, a walk / run was organised both remotely and in person for those who wanted to take part with their teammates in aid of this amazing cause. Following our team’s participation throughout the month of May, CluneTech donated €100 to each of our dedicated MS support charities. This donation will go towards the hugely important services made available to people affected by MS and their families. Thank you to everyone who got involved and for the support you’ve shown to our incredible charities during the month of May.
This June, we dedicated our CSR Spotlight to Pride Month in support and celebration of the LGBTQ+ community. All donations go towards several incredibly deserving LGBT+ support organisations and charities.
June is Pride Month, when the world’s LGBT communities come together and celebrate the freedom to be themselves. Pride gatherings are rooted in the arduous history of minority groups who have struggled for decades to overcome prejudice and be accepted for who they are.
The original organizers chose this month to pay homage to the Stonewall uprising in June 1969 in New York City, which helped spark the modern gay rights movement.
During the month of June, not only did our teams get involved in our monthly walk / run in support of the LGBTQ+ community, but they also took part in a number of fundraising Pride Month activities including CluneTech’s ‘Wear Your Rainbow Day’ and our annual Pride themed photography competition where we asked our teams what pride means to them.
Thanks to our team's participation throughout the month, CluneTech has made a monetary donation in support of our LGBTQ+ organisations and charities. Well done to all of our amazing colleagues for their participation this month.
For the third year in a row, we participated in Bulgaria’s biggest corporate run which took place in the Bulyard shipping factory in Varna, Bulgaria. On June 12th two CluneTech teams took part in Business Run Varna ranking #5 out of 76 teams on the day and #2 in the women's ranking. Not only was the Business Run a really great team building event, but it’s also a great way to give back to charity as 30% of the registration fees from the event was also donated to Karin Dom's new therapeutical center in Varna.
Set in the beautiful city of Varna, Karin Dom's new building opened its doors in September 2022, giving children with special needs from the Northeast of Bulgaria access to vital therapy that will help them to grow in strength and confidence. Well done to both teams on a fantastic result and for your time supporting this great cause.
Following our 2021 gardening therapy project, CluneTech and our Veliko Tarnovo team made another meaningful contribution to the local Daycare Center for children with disabilities. We donated a garden swing, allowing the young people in the center to spend more quality time outdoors which can help them reduce anxiety, increase their attention span, and improve their overall physical and mental wellbeing.
Veliko Tarnovo’s Center 'Rainbow' provides a set of services to promote children’s development, ensure comprehensive care for them during the day, meet their learning needs, provide motor and speech therapy, and provide quality time outdoors with their friends and family.
Following the ongoing support of our team in Bulgaria, CluneTech donated 21kgs of plastic caps for the latest edition of the 'I believe and help' initiative in Varna, which took place on 29th April.
'I believe and help' is a well-known Bulgarian initiative that is run biannually – once in the spring, and once in the autumn. It promotes plastic caps collection and recycling as a way to gather funds for buying vital medical equipment for children’s hospitals while also supporting the planet and recycling tons of plastic each year.
In addition to the plastic caps collection, this year the organizers promoted their first penny fundraiser campaign and a local fundraising bazaar, ending with an amazing record of 31 tons of plastic caps collected, equal to 24 800 BGN.
The latest goal of the 'I believe and help' organization is the collection of 500 000 BGN which will be used for buying:
• The first in Bulgaria mobile blood donation vehicle
• The second in the Southeast of Bulgaria Neonatal ambulance
• Lifesaving medical equipment for the pediatric surgical ward in St. Anna’s Hospital in Varna
Our career counselling program is our way to show how CluneTech cares about the youth and their future career development. For a fifth year in a row, CluneTech’s career counselling program took place in Varna High School of Commerce during the academic year 2022-2023.
In this year’s edition of our career counseling program, managers from various businesses from across our group met the young students training them for real life job interviews and developing specific skills which can help them get the best out of the career exploration, job search and job application processes.
At the end of the academic year, all participants had their professional LinkedIn headshot done by our in-house photographer and the best ones received a job recommendation letter from their mentor. Congratulations to all of our participants from Varna High School of Commerce and our Career Counseling Program mentors on this incredible initiative.
CluneTech Cares is led by our employees, for our employees. At the beginning of 2023, we opened our global CSR request form. We received exactly 50 requests from our teams with fundraising requests for charities and causes they hold dearest, in addition to the many amazing initiatives we already support.
This year in Bulgaria, we decided to follow our employee feedback and let our people decide the next initiative supported by CluneTech Cares.
Following our team’s feedback, the 'I Want a Baby' organization was chosen as our next beneficiary. The 'I Want a Baby' organization coordinates reproduction, fertility treatment and psychological support programs for childless couples.
Following her nomination, Iglika Raeva from our Veliko Tarnovo office shared:
“The reason I want to support 'I Want a Baby' is because it is a cause very close to my heart. The volunteers there give their time and endless effort to support the families that are listed in the program. They support them not only financially, but also mentally, and emotionally and become their second family. All the parents of the babies born with the help of the foundation are also volunteers and they give back time and effort invested by others previously for them. I see great value in their cause, to have more babies, increased population, happiness for people that have wanted this for years.”
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Introduced in 2021, our CSR Volunteer Day empowers each employee to give back to the charities and causes closest to them. Since the inception of our Volunteer Day, over 70 CluneTech employees have contributed to causes which they find meaningful, and this number keeps growing.
“A huge thank you from Griffeen parkrun for the very generous donation from CluneTech and the GPTW team. The core team used the donation to purchase a microphone and speaker, which makes the important run and safety briefings audible!”
– Marie Collins, Immedis.
Just a week before Easter, over ten CluneTech volunteers helped with the renovation of the Social Teahouse in Varna. Their immense support came in addition to a small financial donation that CluneTech made to give a push to the organization’s renovation project.
The Social Teahouse is a tea and coffee shop, a venue for many events and a favorite place for the residents and the guests of the city of Varna. Most importantly, it is a social enterprise set up to support young people from difficult backgrounds and help them gain employment by giving them a chance to start their first job in the organization.
In May 2023, Chris Henry from our Veliko Tarnovo office spent his Volunteer Day working on the restoration of one of Bulgaria’s most ancient churches in the Kereka village near Dryanovo, Bulgaria called “Mary’s Holy Annunciation”. A volunteering group led by Hristo Totsev worked on restoring the retaining wall of the nearly 200-year-old building, which was also used as a school for the children of the residents of the village.
July 14, 2025
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Our CSR Programme - CluneTech Cares, is a fantastic representation of what we are - a team of truly caring individuals giving our best to support and add value, not only to our customers, but also to the communities in which we operate. CluneTech Cares is employee-led and has three key pillars: Wellness, Culture & Community, and Sustainability. It has been a busy quarter so make sure to check out some of our latest activities below.
This year, CluneTech introduced a monthly CSR Spotlight where one charity / cause will be featured for our colleagues to support. Every month, a 5k walk / run is organised and CluneTech Cares donates €5 per person that participates during the given time frame to the spotlighted cause.
Our first CSR Spotlight for Q1 was dedicated to The Dillon Quirke Foundation in aid of Sudden Adult Death Syndrome.
The Dillon Quirke Foundation has been set up in memory of the late Tipperary hurler, Dillon Quirke who collapsed and died of Sudden Adult Death Syndrome on August 5th, 2022. He had been playing for his club Clonoulty-Rossmore against Kilruane McDonagh in the Tipperary Hurling Championship.
The foundation which is run by Dillon's parents, Dan and Hazel, and his sisters Kellie and Shannon, plans to screen GAA players for the syndrome and a GoFundMe page has been created to raise awareness and funds.
Following our team's participation during the month of January, CluneTech made a donation to The Dillon Quirke Foundation which has gone towards their amazing work screening GAA players for the disease.
From everyone here at CluneTech Cares, we want to thank all of our colleagues for the difference you have made this January.
In honour of World Cancer Day, CluneTech Cares dedicated February's CSR spotlight to a number of incredibly deserving cancer support charities. The charities supported included Severn Hospice, Carlow Kilkenny Homecare and The Irish Hospice Foundation.
Severn Hospice supports families through the good days and bad days because they believe that when cure is no longer possible, care is. Since 1989, they have given free care and support to more than 34,000 people and their loved ones during their time of greatest need. They now help more than 2,000 local people every year.
Since 1989, Carlow Kilkenny Homecare has been available, providing a palliative care service for patients with cancer at all stages of their disease. The team is a voluntary organisation supported mainly by local voluntary fundraising by the people of Carlow and Kilkenny. The team provides support and information to help their patients and family cope with the feelings around diagnosis, treatment and much more as they navigate their illness.
The Irish Hospice Foundation believes that every single patient matters and always wants to ensure the best end-of-life and bereavement care, for all. From advocacy and education to their vital services like Nurses for Night Care and their Bereavement Support Line.
On the 9th of February, a walk / run was organised in our Kilkenny, Dublin, Cluj-Napoca and New Jersey offices for those who wanted to take part with their teammates in aid of this amazing cause. Following our team’s participation throughout the month of February, CluneTech donated over €1,500 to our dedicated cancer support charities. This donation will go towards the hugely important services made available to people affected by cancer and their families. Thank you to everyone who got involved and for the support you’ve shown to our incredible charities during the month of February.
This March, we dedicated our CSR Spotlight to World Autism Awareness with all donations from our participating colleagues going towards a number of autism support charities and organisations.
Autism is a neurological difference that many people are born with which affects how they experience the world around them and how they communicate with others. While autism awareness has greatly grown in Ireland and globally in recent years, we are still a long way from having a society which truly understands autism.
Autism support charities help people and families affected by autism in so many ways. These organisations provide services, support groups, activities and much more for those on the autism spectrum to help improve the quality of their everyday life.
During the month of March, not only did our teams get involved in our monthly walk / run in support of autism awareness but our colleagues also took some time during Neurodiversity Week to learn more about and celebrate Neurodiversity through a number of informative online webinars.
Thanks to our team's support and participation throughout the month, CluneTech made a monetary donation in support of autism awareness, benefiting a number of incredible autism support charities and organisations. Well done to all of our amazing colleagues for their participation this month.
Аfter the devastating earthquakes in Turkey, CluneTech Cares made a monetary donation which facilitated the purchase of warm blankets, winter jackets and boots, all of which are essential items needed by those impacted. A special thanks to our colleagues Natalya Dermenji and Yordan Karapeev from our Immedis team who volunteered their time to coordinate the donation in less than a day to the Bulgarian Red Cross, who had organized an initiative to transport donated goods from Bulgaria to the distressed cities. Well done Natalya and Yordan!
On the 1st of March, our colleagues in Bulgaria celebrated Baba Marta, a Bulgarian holiday deeply rooted in Bulgarian folklore and culture. Baba Marta, which means "Grandmother March", is a personification of the month of March celebrating the arrival of spring.
On this day, Bulgarians exchange ‘martenitsi’ which are small, red and white braided bracelets made of wool or thread and which symbolises good health to all.
In preparation of Baba Marta, our colleagues in our Varna and Veliko Tarnovo offices joined forces using their CSR volunteer days to hand-craft some martenitsi that were later sold at local charity markets in aid of children with special needs.
Following this initiative, a donation of 716 BGN will go towards therapy for children with special needs who are enrolled in Karin Dom support programs. A further donation of 370 BGN (matched by CluneTech) will be used to buy craft materials for the children in the daily centre for people with disabilities in Veliko Tarnovo. Well done to our teams in Varna, Veliko Tarnovo and everyone involved.
During the month of January, Clunetech Cares donated much needed kitchen equipment to the Vinitsa Childrens Medical Centre which will allow the staff to continue cooking and feeding the children while they are in the centre.
The Vinitsa centre cares for over 300 children a year and is the largest facility of its kind in north east Bulgaria. The centre provides medical care and rehabilitation to premature babies and children with neurological and orthopaedic problems. CluneTech Cares was honoured to support this amazing initiative this January.
During the month of February CluneTech ran a charity campaign to support children from the Izgrev centre - a centre for orphans, located in the city of Varna. It unites two family-type accommodation houses with 21 children between 9-20 years, deprived of parental care.
Throughout the month, CluneTech Cares donated 3 large boxes of sneakers to children in need to the Izgrev Centre. We are incredibly proud and thankful for the kindness and generosity shown by our employees and the positive impact they have made here.
CluneTech Cares was delighted to sponsor the Kilkenny Master’s Basketball Tournament for the second year in a row.
This competition is one of Ireland’s most prestigious Masters tournaments with over 40 basketball teams from Ireland, the UK, Spain and Europe competing together. The event was a huge success with the Kilkenny women's team winning their opening game of the tournament along with the Kilkenny Men's team following suit later that day.
We were honoured to be a part of this event and want to give a special mention to Éanna Brady, Senior VP of Sales at Taxback International, for submitting this CSR request. Well done to everyone involved!
Introduced in 2021, our CSR Volunteer Day empowers each employee to give back to the charities and causes closest to them. Since the inception of our Volunteer Day, 58 CluneTech employees have contributed to causes which they find meaningful, and this number keeps growing.
Desislava Teneva and Srebrina Dimitrova used their volunteering day to support this year's Karim Dom Martenitsi campaign in support of children with special needs.
We want to thank our amazing group of volunteers who spent their Valentine's Day sharing some love with the planet. Our volunteers planted over 1,200 trees in partnership with Self Help Africa.
By taking part in CluneTech's Plant a Tree Day, our team contributed to Self Help Africa's effort to plant 100,000 new native trees in the island of Ireland, and 1,000,000 trees in Africa!
July 14, 2025
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Our CSR Programme - CluneTech Cares, is a fantastic representation of what we are - a team of truly caring individuals giving our best to support and add value, not only to our customers, but also to the communities in which we operate. CluneTech Cares is employee-led and has three key pillars: Wellness, Culture & Community, and Sustainability. It has been a busy quarter so make sure to check out some of our latest activities below.
FAST Heroes is an award-winning educational initiative supported by the World Stroke Organization that aims to raise awareness of stroke symptoms and the need for speedy action. It leverages children’s amazing enthusiasm for learning and sharing, encouraging the spread of knowledge to the rest of their family, particularly to their grandparents. The campaign offers educational resources to inspire learning in Kindergartens and Primary schools, to facilitate the transfer of that knowledge to families at home.
2022 is the first year CluneTech has taken part in this project by donating over €2,000 which will allow the program’s ambassadors to roll out the FAST Heroes educational campaign for the first time in Varna, Bulgaria.
On World Stroke Day on October 29th FAST Heroes presented to our teams. The presentation further increased awareness and CluneTech employees were also given the opportunity to nominate a school of their choice who would be enrolled in the program. Following a public vote, the “Geo Milev” School, nominated by Iliyana Stefanova from the Irish Accounts Team in Bulgaria, was selected to be the first school in Varna that will take part in the FAST Heroes 112 campaign.
CluneTech recently made a donation to help support the Blacks and Whites GAA club from Skeoughvosteen who successfully won the Kilkenny Junior Hurling Championship (1-17 to 0-17) against Windgap in UPMC Nowlan Park on Sunday, 23rd October. This was a huge achievement for the rural club and we were extremely proud to have had the opportunity to support them in their victory. Well done to all involved on this amazing win, from everyone here at CluneTech!
A special mention for CluneTech employee Emma Doyle’s nephew, Seanán Doyle who was part of the winning lineup. Some of our team will remember Seanán from his transition year work experience a few years back.
We were absolutely delighted to present Temple Street hospital with a donation towards their Speech and Language Department in November. Having a sick baby is understandably very stressful for families and parents don’t always get the opportunity to have a ‘normal’ parenting experience when their baby is sick. Because of this, Temple Street introduced some time on the ward for a daily ‘Baby Readathon’ where parents are encouraged to read to their baby and have some quality time together, aside from when their child is being treated.
CluneTech’s donation was dedicated towards the purchase of some much needed books for babies in Temple Street’s neonatal wards that will last 3-6 years, for babies diagnosed with Trachea-oesophageal fistula (TOF) and Oesophageal Atresia (OA).
We were so honoured to support such an amazing cause and to highlight the wonderful work Children's Health Foundation and Temple Street do so well.
Giving Tuesday is a day that encourages people to give back in whatever ways they can. For this year's Giving Tuesday, we were honored to support three amazing charities who work incredibly hard to make a positive difference within their communities and beyond. We were delighted to have the opportunity to make a donation to each of these causes to mark this global generosity movement.
Take a look at our three charities below that we chose to celebrate our #GivingTuesday with this year:
Coalition for the Homeless - Through CluneTech Cares, we were honored to make a donation to Coalition for the Homeless in New York City. Enda Kelleher, VP of Sprintax, volunteers in their soup kitchen every week and brings the amazing work that they do to our attention. The Coalition’s Grand Central Food Program (GCFP) was founded in 1985, the day after a homeless woman died of starvation in Grand Central Terminal. Since then, the program has grown to become the largest mobile soup kitchen in America. Each night, their vans deliver between 800 and 1,200 healthy meals of hot stew, bread, fresh fruit, and juice or milk — as well as coats, hats, gloves and blankets in the colder weather — to those struggling to survive rough on the streets at 25 stops around the city.
One To World - Established in 1977, One To World was founded by a group of foreign student advisers committed to building bridges between international students on campus and the broader New York community. This work quickly grew into a set of programs aimed at creating strong international relationships through intercultural awareness and understanding by creating multiple opportunities where people can come together face-to-face and share their perspectives, experiences, and lives.
Cultural Vistas - Founded in 1963, Cultural Vistas has grown into the leading exchange organization of its kind. The organization focuses on providing professional experience – now helping more than 6,000 students, professionals, and emerging world leaders to make the world a better, more peaceful, and collaborative place each year.
Introduced in 2021, our CSR Volunteer Day empowers each employee to give back to the charities and causes closest to them. Since the inception of Volunteer Day 58 CluneTech employees have contributed to causes which they find meaningful, and this number keeps growing. See what some of them shared with us about their experience:
The United Nations Volunteers Programme (UNV) coordinates International Volunteer Day on the 5th of December every year. We wanted to give thanks to our team for standing by others and supporting causes they truly care about. This work makes an incredible difference and creates a better future for everyone involved.
In recognition and appreciation of the tireless work of our CluneTech volunteers, we created this short interview with our colleagues who agreed to be involved and asked them to tell us about their volunteering stories and experiences.
“I used my volunteer day yesterday and took part in the workshops that the association 'За Теб' ('For You') is organizing. Every week young people in disadvantaged situations are gathering for creative activities. They welcomed me open-heartedly in their community and we spent the time coloring and decorating cones, making hearts and apples out of wool and chatting about whatever comes to mind. I really appreciate having this opportunity and I would love to join them again next year!!”
Svetla Arsova, Business Intelligence & DA Specialist, Immedis
This October, our very own Georgi Stanchev and Rumyana Hristova brought 43 kg of plastic caps for the initiative ‘I believe and help’ in Varna, Bulgaria. Not only are the plastic caps going to be recycled, but the money collected from the initiative will be used for buying vital medical equipment and ambulances for children.
“I believe and help” is a well-known Bulgarian initiative which is run biannually - once in the spring, and once in the autumn. It promotes plastic caps collection and recycling as a way to gather funds for buying vital medical equipment for children’s hospitals while also supporting the planet and recycling tons of plastic each year. Well Done Georgi and Rumyana!
During October, local volunteers gathered together for a DIY SOS project in aid of the Saplings School in Goresbridge, for some much-needed improvements.
Saplings helps to support parents and their children with disabilities, giving them a space that is safe and compassionate to their needs; however, their biggest problem was that the spaces they had weren't fit for purpose.
Our volunteers Ian Hayes, Brendan Coughlan, Emma Doyle and Gareth McLoughlin gave their time to help with five projects that were undertaken on the day.
Together, they tackled Sapling’s outdoor classroom and their sensory area, which was previously just a parking lot and outdoor storage area respectively. Both of which were totally unsuitable for the children and their care.
Take a look at what Brendan Coughlan, Head of Process Re-engineering at TransferMate had to say about their volunteer day with Saplings:
“A big thank you to CluneTech for the CSR Day that enabled us to give back to our local community. We believe we made a big difference in the lives of the children and their caretakers, who can now let the kids explore and use all the space available to them.
The funds for the whole project were raised by local Paulstown resident, Julia Purcell by getting a team to cycle the Paris to Nice Charity ride for donations, read more here: https://sportforbusiness.com/sigmar-take-to-saddle-for-saplings/”
Well done to Ian Hayes for his work with Saplings and bringing this amazing initiative to all of our attention. Thank you also to Brendan, Emma and Gareth for putting their volunteer day to great use and for the incredible difference they have all made towards these children's lives.
In Q4, Mark Hender from Immedis went on a mission to save the Clogh village in north Kilkenny from becoming another statistic of derelict villages in Ireland.
To support the last remaining pub in the village and to help raise funds and restore the large Christmas tree in the center of the village, Mark organized a pub quiz and raffle. As part of #CluneTechCares, we matched all donations raised by our employees and covered 10 euro cost for employees participating in the quiz.
“Myself and few other members of Clogh Village in north Kilkenny are determined to help Clogh become an active community once again and not be another statistic of derelict villages of Ireland. A precursor to this was the community pulling together to save the last remaining pub which has only thrived under new community ownership and we believe we can do even more as a community by providing more amenities and celebrations in the coming years.
We are onto the next ventures of making Clogh a real place to visit, which is to restore a Christmas theme around the village. We have big ideas but because we are very low on time (and even lower on money), we are aiming to achieve phase 1 of the Christmas project this year which is to restore a large Christmas tree in the center of the village and decorated with lights and remembrance slips of paper of people we would like to remember.”, Mark shared about his project.
Following the incredibly successful event, Mark thanked everyone for their support:
“I just want to say a big thank you to everyone who donated and partook in the fundraiser for my village which I posted. It was an incredibly successful night which will bring some extra Christmas cheer this year. A big thank you to Aislinn Brennan and CluneTech Cares for firstly allowing me advertise but then to also match donations <3. It's amazing to be surrounded by such considerate people!!”
July 14, 2025
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CluneTech Cares is a fantastic representation of what we are - a team of truly caring individuals giving our best to support and add value, not only to our customers, but also to the communities in which we operate. CluneTech Cares is employee-led and has three key pillars: Wellness, Culture & Community, and Sustainability.
It has been a busy quarter and we're delighted to see some in-person fundraisers taking place again! Check out some of our latest activity below.
This quarter, we were delighted to sponsor the purchase of new equipment for the u10 Kilkenny Ladies Football Team. The request came from an employee who volunteers as a coach for the u10 team in their spare time. Despite often being overshadowed by Hurling in Kilkenny, the sport of Gaelic Football is growing in popularity at an underage level and the club is thriving in numbers. However, they do not have a pitch to call their own and rely on fundraising for pitch rental and the purchase of training equipment. We wanted to help the Kilkenny Ladies Football Team keep the momentum going and to be able to continue to provide this important outlet for young local girls.
We were also delighted to support the Kilkenny International Masters Basketball tournament which took place in March. There were 28 teams from Ireland, UK, and Spain participating in Men's and Women's over 40s and over 50s matches. The tournament was a great success, with the Kilkenny Men's over 50s team winning their section, the Kilkenny Women's over 40s team winning the plate, and the Kilkenny Men's over 40s team placing as the runners up in the competition overall.
In 2021, we were honoured to participate in another fantastic fundraiser for the community of Varna, Bulgaria. CluneTech made a significant donation to support Karin Dom's long-standing dream: the construction of a new Therapeutic Centre for children with special needs. At the start of this year, with construction on the new centre finally coming to an end, CluneTech made another vital donation of €4,000 to support Karin Dom. This donation will be used to install air conditioning in the Ergo Therapy and Physio Therapy rooms of the new centre.
Set in the beautiful city of Varna, Karin Dom's new building which is expected to open in September this year, will give children with special needs from the Northeast of Bulgaria access to vital therapy that will help them to grow in strength and confidence.
At the beginning of this year, an employee brought to our attention the work of an incredible charity called Kilimanjaro Direct. Established in 2005 by Sheila Ryan in response to the stark poverty she witnessed while on a trip to the area, Kilimanjaro Direct provides food and education for over 125 children. Additionally, the charity has helped to build 10 houses and a primary school in the area. CluneTech Cares gladly donated €500 to help the charity to continue their amazing work in Kilimanjaro.
Vinitsa Children's Medical Centre is the largest facility of its kind in the Northeast of Bulgaria, providing medical care and rehabilitation to premature babies and children with neurological and orthopedic problems.
A long-time partner of CluneTech Cares, the medical centre recently embarked on some vital renovations, a project that we were more than happy to support. With this year's donation of €5,000, our partners from Vinitsa bought two air conditioning units, a portable oxygen concentrator, a neonatal pulse oximeter, and a patient monitoring system.
Over the past several years CluneTech has donated close to €12,000 to the Vinitsa Medical Centre. These donations, coupled with contributions from our employees, have helped the centre to purchase important equipment such as hospital beds, therapeutic chairs, baby monitoring devices, and more.
For the third year running, CluneTech Cares are delighted to sponsor a space for one teenager to take part in Thriving Teens by Monere Development. This space was opened up to CluneTech employees who were invited to nominate a teenager to take part.
Thriving Teens by Monere Development is a programme that supports teenagers by giving them the ability to navigate their own path. They believe that every teenager has the potential to achieve their ideal life and have created this programme to focus on life, social, and practical skills that will allow them to be at their best.
This year's programme is taking place from July 12-14th and more information can be found at www.thrivingteens.ie
Daniela Tsoneva and Toni Ivanova from our TransferMate team recently used their employee volunteer day to help the young ladies from the Gavroche Shelter in Varna, Bulgaria, purchase new clothes using money donated by CluneTech earlier this year. Daniela and Toni were on hand to ensure the young ladies got everything they needed and that they also enjoyed a great day out with their new friends from CluneTech.
A group of our employees recently used their CluneTech volunteer days to sort donations at the local Ukrainian Centre in Varna, Bulgaria. They also helped buy and deliver food, water, and hygienic supplies on behalf of the company.
Here's what one of our volunteers, Gocho Gochev, an Operations Manager at TransferMate, had to say;
"I have used my volunteer day to help buy provisions (food, hygienic supplies, etc.) for the refugees in Varna, Bulgaria. It was very useful to be able to avail of the volunteer day as it allowed us to fully focus on doing what needs to be done in order to help.
Almost all of the refugees who are escaping the war in Ukraine are mothers with children that need help and support in these tough moments. This is the least that we can do for them. I would help again if needed."
Many more of our people around the world are contributing at a local level too. As the situation in Ukraine continues to worsen following the invasion by Russia, we as a company continue to look for ways to help those affected by the conflict.
CluneTech Cares closed out a busy Q1 by coming together to raise money for the Irish Cancer Society on Daffodil Day. Employees were asked to either take part in a 5K challenge or to host a coffee morning with their team. For each employee that took part in either of these activities, CluneTech donated €5 to the Irish Cancer Society. It was incredible to see so many people take time out of their busy schedules to take part, and to help us raise money and awareness for such a meaningful cause. Together, we raised €300 for the Irish Cancer Society!
We have another busy quarter ahead for our CSR programme. Follow us on social media and never miss a CluneTech Cares Update!
July 14, 2025
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CluneTech is committed to supporting activities that enhance and serve the communities in which we live and work. As part of this commitment, we added a Volunteer Day to our existing employee benefits in September, 2021 to empower our employees to support the causes closest to them.
The addition of our Volunteer Day for our employees has enhanced the reach of our CSR programme, CluneTech Cares. Our intention with this addition is to allow employees to allocate work time to engage in volunteering activities. CluneTech recognises that participating in these sort of activities contributes not only to the development of communities, but also enriches the lives and promotes the well-being of our people.
In March, CluneTech employees from all over of world used their volunteer day to support causes close to their hearts such as donation of computers to local high schools (Yordan Keranov), doing arts and crafts with children with disabilities (Emilia Simeonova and Yoana Grigorova), or making donations to refugees following the Russian invasion in Ukraine (Gocho Gochev, Desislava Chervenkova, Artur Balyan, Kaloyan Keranov and others).
Check out this recent examples of how our employees Ralitsa Mladenova and Galina Kirova used their volunteer day.
On 23rd March, Galina Kirilova and Ralitsa Mladenova from our Veliko Tarnovo team used their Volunteer day to support the regional department of the Bulgarian Red Cross in the city. Both ladies participated in the initiative “Children Help Children” organized by the Ministry of Education together with the Bulgarian Red Cross. This initiative was set up to help collect essential goods that will be sent to Bulgarian Sunday Schools in Ukraine (there are 63 Bulgarian Sunday Schools in Ukraine, attended by over 10,000 children). Ralitsa, Galina, and the Red Cross volunteers accepted the donations from schools in the area, recorded and organised the supplies, and prepared them for shipping to the children in need.
“It was so fulfilling to be part of this campaign. We all can make a difference and we are lucky our employer supports us in that.” - Ralista Mladenova
Read more about our CSR programme, CluneTech Cares, and keep an eye out on our social media for more volunteer day stories.
July 14, 2025
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CluneTech is committed to supporting activities that enhance and serve the communities in which we live and work. As part of this commitment, we added a Volunteer Day to our existing employee benefits in September, 2021 to empower our employees to support the causes closest to them.
We are passionate about giving back to our communities all over the world and the aim of our Volunteer Day is to empower our employees, as individuals, to give back within their local communities.
Our intention is to allow employees to allocate work time to engage in volunteering activities. CluneTech recognises that participating in these sort of activities contributes not only to the development of communities, but also enriches the lives and promotes the well-being of our people.
The addition of our Volunteer Day has already enhanced the reach of our CSR programme, CluneTech Cares, in fact check out this recent example of how TransferMate employees Daniela Tsoneva and Toni Ivanova each used their volunteer day:
Daniela Tsoneva and Toni Ivanova from our TransferMate team recently used their employee volunteer day to help the young ladies from the Gavroche shelter in Varna, Bulgaria, purchase new clothes using money donated by CluneTech earlier this year. Daniela and Toni were on hand to ensure the young ladies got everything they needed and that they also enjoyed a great day out with their new friends from CluneTech.
This year’s Group rebrand faced us with another challenge - renaming #TaxbackGiveBack, our Corporate Social Responsibility Programme. Since the launch of the programme in 2007, one thing always stands out – our caring nature. Naturally, this brought us to the new name CluneTech Cares.
CluneTech Cares is a great representation of what we are – a team of truly caring individuals, giving their best to support and add value, not only to our customers and our team-mates, but also to the communities in which we live and operate!
CluneTech Cares is an award winning programme, picking up the award for ‘Best Use of CSR’ at the 2021 HR Management & Leadership Awards. In 2021, we supported 34 different causes across the world. These included the likes of the Irish Cancer Society, Karin Dom, Race for the Cure, A Very Special Place Inc, MS Ireland, Jack & Jill, E-ducare and many more.
Want to find out more? Visit the CluneTech Cares section of our website.
July 14, 2025
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At CluneTech, collaboration and recognition aren’t just buzzwords, they are the foundation of our culture. Nowhere is this more evident than in our OneTeam Awards, a signature recognition program that honours the spirit of unity, innovation, and excellence that drives our success.
Over 12 years ago, CluneTech launched an initiative to spotlight outstanding individual contributions through what was then known as Employee of the Quarter. As our company evolved, so too did our approach to recognition. In 2019, inspired by employee feedback, the program was reimagined and relaunched as the OneTeam Awards.
This transformation reflected more than just a name change — it marked a deeper commitment to recognising the collective effort that fuels our business.
Today, the OneTeam Awards take place twice a year, giving employees across the globe the opportunity to nominate a colleague whose contributions reflect one of our core values: Innovation, OneTeam, Passion, and Respect. These nominations reinforce our ongoing commitment to living these values in our everyday work.
The OneTeam Awards celebrate not only individual achievements but also the teamwork, creativity, camaraderie, and mutual respect that are essential to our culture and continued growth.
From lively in-office celebrations to heartfelt doorstep award deliveries during remote work, the OneTeam Awards have become a meaningful tradition filled with unforgettable moments. These celebrations strengthen the bonds between colleagues, highlighting the impact of each individual’s work, and reinforcing the values that make CluneTech a unique and inspiring place to be.
As our HR Manager in Bulgaria, Ekaterina Hristova, puts it:
“The OneTeam Awards represent more than just recognition, they show our people that what they do truly matters. These awards are a part of our company’s DNA. They celebrate our shared success and remind us that together, we are stronger.”
While the OneTeam Awards are a standout celebration of collaboration and excellence, they’re just one part of CluneTech’s broader commitment to recognising our people. We offer a wide range of recognition initiatives that celebrate contributions both big and small, across all levels of the organisation:
• Milestone Recognition Programme – Honouring the dedication of our long-serving team members.
• Global Employee of the Year Awards – Celebrating individuals whose impact and performance have stood out over the year.
• Workvivo Shout-Outs – Enabling real-time, peer-to-peer recognition for everyday efforts and achievements, both within and across teams.
• Celebrating Personal and Professional Highlights – From birthday cards and new baby gifts to congratulatory hampers for passing exams, we take pride in acknowledging life’s special moments and supporting our employees in all their successes.
At CluneTech, recognition is more than a program — it’s a reflection of who we are. The OneTeam Awards, along with our wider recognition initiatives, demonstrate our commitment to valuing every individual and celebrating the spirit of teamwork that drives our success. As we continue to grow and evolve, we remain dedicated to fostering a culture where people feel seen, appreciated, and inspired — because when we celebrate each other, we thrive together.
July 14, 2025
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The Kilkenny-headquartered company today announced improvements across a range of leaves to support their people
Wednesday, 22 November 2023. Kilkenny-based software technology group, CluneTech, has today announced improvements across a range of leave types to support their people during the more difficult times they may face in life.
The changes announced today cover three key areas: compassionate leave, miscarriage and pregnancy loss leave, and IVF and pregnancy support leave. The announcement marks another significant step in CluneTech’s commitment to caring for, and supporting their people, and the additional leaves are available to all of the company’s 1,200 employees globally.
Compassionate leave, which is available from day one of employment, has been significantly increased, with the company now offering 4 weeks paid leave for the loss of a spouse or child. Employees can also avail of 5 days and 3 days paid leave for the loss of an immediate or non-immediate family member respectively.
The new policy also includes extended paid leave of five days for those impacted by pregnancy loss when this occurs prior to 24weeks, as after this the company’s paid maternity leave applies. In addition, where an employee’s partner has experienced pregnancy loss, they are now covered in the policy and can avail of the full five days paid leave.
Access to, and support during fertility treatment is a key focus of CluneTech, who earlier this year announced their support of The I Want a Baby Foundation in Bulgaria. Employees based in Ireland can already avail of best-in-class fertility care as part of the company’s health cover with Laya Healthcare. Previously, employees could avail of up to 3 days paid leave for IVF and pregnancy support. This has now been increased to 5 days paid leave and extended to the partner of a person undergoing IVF / pregnancy support.
The improvements announced today are part of an already extensive benefits package which includes Lifework Days ̶ an additional half day’s leave per quarter where employees can get their life jobs done without having to use their hard-earned annual leave, flexible working ̶ including remote and hybrid working, an award-winning Milestone Recognition Programme which rewards those who choose to grow their career with CluneTech, and much more. Last month, CluneTech were awarded Overall Excellence in HR at the 2023 HR Leadership &Management Awards for their innovative approach to flexibility.
Speaking about the leave enhancements, Terry Clune, CEO, CluneTech said: “CluneTech Cares about our people and their wellbeing and today’s announcement further strengthens our commitment to supporting them through the more difficult times they may face in life. Our people are at the heart of everything we do and as their employer, it’s our goal to ensure they feel supported and cared for, so that they can reach their full potential.”
Rachael Quinlan, Head of Employee Experience, CluneTech said: “We are really honoured to share these remarkable improvements with our global team. While these leave types tend to be the ones that we hope our people will never have to avail of, we hope that they take some comfort in knowing that our aim is to minimise their worries during challenging times. As always, these changes have been introduced as a direct result of employee feedback and we will continue to use their voice to drive change and to ensure that we truly are a great place to work.”
July 14, 2025
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At CluneTech we are extremely passionate about the development of our people and understand the significance of the role a manager has to play in an employee’s development. With that in mind, we wanted to put together a useful guide that would empower and help our managerial staff to be the best manager that they can be. And who better to help us put together such a guide than our employees?
We asked our staff to nominate their manager and state three qualities that make them an Amazing Manager. The response was fantastic with 20 different managerial qualities being suggested. We then took the 6 most suggested qualities and expanded on them to create the ‘CluneTech Guide to Being an Amazing Manager’ which you can read below:
The managerial quality that our people value most is being ‘Supportive’. A manager can be supportive in many ways, whether it is ensuring that their team are aware that they can come to them should they need help, or by displaying encouragement, helping them to realise their potential, and showing appreciation for a job well done. Emotional Intelligence is a vital characteristic of a supportive manager. Having the awareness to recognize when something is troubling a member of your team or if they are in danger of becoming burnt out or disengaged is vital. The likes of LinkedIn Learning and Udemy offer some great courses on Emotional Intelligence should you wish to learn more about this important soft skill.
Our staff feel that being “Approachable” is the next most important characteristic for a manager. Approachability is imperative to forging a strong bond with your team. Having an approachable manager relaxes staff, allowing them to work to the best of their ability. Additionally, it increases their willingness to share new ideas as they know their manager is open to suggestions. Lacking in approachability will make it difficult to know what is going on with your team. Being approachable and building a good rapport with your team will encourage them to come to you with issues, updates, and information, more frequently, ensuring that you stay in the loop. This article by Forbes includes a great section on “How to Show Approachability”.
Our employees appreciate that open door policy!
As a manager, your team are looking to you for guidance. By leading by example you are able to create a picture of what’s possible. Here are some ways you can effectively lead by example;
Take Responsibility –Show that you are not above taking responsibility for when something doesn’t go to plan. Be proactive and get to work on correcting and bettering the situation.
Resolve Conflict Quickly – Conflict resolution is one of the most important skills a manager can have. Demonstrate that skill and put out any fires within your team quickly so that they don’t get out of control. By doing this you will set a good example and encourage your team to be proactive and quickly settle disputes between themselves.
Be Persistent – Another trait of strong leadership is the ability to remain steadfast in the face of adversity. Set an example for your team by dealing with issues in a proactive and constructive manner.
For more information on the benefit of Leading by Example and how to do it, check out this article by Indeed – 8 Ways to Lead by Example in the Workplace.
Our employees also identified being “Reliable” as an important characteristic for a manager to possess. A manager in charge of a team must be dependable. This involves being accessible to your staff, completing tasks as promised, and assisting your team as needed. Reliability is essential for building trust as it affords your team greater peace of mind, ultimately allowing for stronger relationships to be built and greater results to be delivered. Check out this blog post by Great Place to Work on “The Crucial Role of Reliable and Trustworthy Managers During a Crisis”.
There are a multitude of reasons as to why being a good motivator is essential when managing a team of people. Some of the advantages of a motivated team include; Increased Efficiency, Better Communication, Reduced Absenteeism and Turnover, Development of Leaders, and much more.
Don’t worry, you don’t have to suddenly become a Ted Talk caliber motivational speaker... Here are “9 Super Effective Ways to Motivate your Team” by Inc. to get your started.
The last valuable managerial characteristic, as identified by CluneTech employees, that we’ll discuss here in detail is “Clear Communication”. Building effective communication skills as a manager provides significant short and long-term benefits for your company and team. For example, a good communicator may inspire your team to accomplish more with better results and fewer misunderstandings. Take a look at this piece by Professional Development covering “Communication Skills for Managers”.
The importance of being a good listener also must not be understated when it comes to communication. By being a good listener a manager can not only secure new insights, ideas, and perspectives that will help their team to grow, but also maintain harmony and motivation among team members and ensure that they are a great people manager.
So there you have it, six of the most important managerial qualities as suggested by our employees. CluneTech is all about brilliant people and innovative technology, with the dynamic between our management and non-management staff being crucial to our success.
Do you have the qualities necessary to lead a team of CluneTech employees? Or do you want to work under an amazing management team that will help you to realise your potential. Whatever stage of your career you’re at, CluneTech may have the role for you. Visit www.clunetech.com/careers and explore our amazing opportunities today.
July 14, 2025
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Thursday, February 26th, 2026. Kilkenny-based software technology group CluneTech has been officially recognised as one of the Best Workplaces in Ireland™ for 2026.
At the annual Great Place to Work Awards, held at the Clayton Hotel Burlington Road on Wednesday, February 25th, 2026, CluneTech was ranked 12th among Ireland’s Best Medium Workplaces, marking a significant rise from 25th place last year and its 11th consecutive year being recognised as a Best Workplace in Ireland.
The ranking is based on direct feedback from employees through an extensive and anonymous survey evaluating workplace experience, highlighting CluneTech’s continued commitment to building a supportive, people-first culture shaped by the voices of its teams.
Speaking about the recognition, CluneTech Founder and CEO, Terry Clune said:
“Being named one of Ireland’s Best Workplaces is something we’re incredibly proud of at CluneTech. It reflects the culture our teams continue to build every day, where people support one another, go the extra mile and create an environment we can all be proud of.
This achievement is driven by our people and how we as a team show up for each other every day. Their energy, commitment and teamwork shape our culture and make CluneTech what it is. I want to sincerely thank everyone across the business for the role they play in making CluneTech such a great place to work.”
Kaylyn Burke, People & Culture Partner, added:
“We’re incredibly proud to see CluneTech move to 12th place on Ireland’s Best Workplaces list this year. This progress reflects the continued focus we’ve placed on listening to our people and building a culture where everyone feels supported, valued and able to do their best work.
What makes this achievement especially meaningful is that it comes directly from the feedback and experiences of our teams. Over the past year, we’ve worked together to strengthen how we support our people at every stage of their journey, recognising that there is no one size fits all approach to creating a great workplace. We remain committed to evolving with our people, ensuring every voice is heard as we continue to grow together.”
Jim Flynn, CEO of Great Place to Work® Ireland, said:
“When people thrive at work, organisations grow stronger and, in turn, makes Ireland’s workforce better prepared for what the future holds.
Congratulations to all organisations recognised in this year’s list. Your leadership, ambition, and commitment to trust have set a powerful example for others. You show that even in challenging times, it is possible to build organisations where people believe in what they do, perform at their best, and help shape the future of work.”
CluneTech continues to be recognised for its strong commitment to its people, with recent honours including Best Overall Excellence in HR and Best Use of CSR at the HR Leadership & Management Awards. These awards highlight the company’s people first approach, underpinned by flexible ways of working and a continued focus on making a positive impact in the communities where its teams live and work.
Our benefits offering includes a range of supports designed to help employees through both everyday life and more challenging moments, including Life Work Half Days, flexible and hybrid working, enhanced compassionate leave from day one of employment, pregnancy loss and fertility support leave, and dedicated pet compassionate leave. Together, these initiatives reflect CluneTech’s ongoing commitment to supporting employee wellbeing and creating a workplace where people feel cared for at every stage of life.
About CluneTech
CluneTech is a suite of companies providing cutting-edge solutions that simplify global business. Our technology streamlines business processes such as digital sales, global payroll, tax compliance, global VAT, and cross-border payments, making business better for our customers worldwide.
Established in 1996 by entrepreneur Terry Clune, CluneTech is headquartered in Ireland with a footprint across four continents and conducts business in more than 100 countries on a daily basis. The group has offices in 21 countries and employs over 1,200 people globally. CluneTech encompasses a diverse range of companies, including TransferMate, Fintua, Sprintax, Benamic and more.
About Great Place to Work® and the Assessment Process
Great Place to Work® is the global authority on workplace culture. Since 1992, they have surveyed more than 100 million employees around the world and used those deep insights to define what makes a great workplace experience. It boils down to trust.
Great Place to Work helps organisations quantify their culture and produce better business results by creating a high-trust work experience for all employees. Their unparalleled benchmark data is used to recognise Great Place to Work-Certified™ companies and the Best Workplaces™ in the U.S. and more than 60 countries, including those on the 100 Best Companies to Work For® and World’s Best lists published annually by Fortune. Everything they do is driven by the mission to build a better world by helping every organisation become a Great Place to Work.
The full 2026 list of organisations and award winners, as well as rankings from previous years, are available at www.greatplacetowork.ie. Join the community on LinkedIn, Twitter, and YouTube.
For more information, contact:
Lauren Cleere
Marketing and Communications Manager, CluneTech
Lauren.Cleere@clunetech.com
Great Place to Work: 01 678 8438
February 26, 2026
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Friday, February 6th 2026. CluneTech was proud to celebrate the achievements of Kilkenny’s emerging young talent as it hosted the Kilkenny GAA and Camogie Academy Awards at its Kilkenny HQ on January 27th and 28th. Held over two evenings, the awards recognised the dedication and commitment of theU16 Kilkenny GAA hurling and football squads, alongside the U15 Kilkenny Camogie Academy and Development squads.
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Over both evenings, a small number of players from hurling, football and camogie were also selected for the Driver of Excellence Awards, recognising individuals who demonstrated outstanding commitment, leadership and determination throughout the season, both on and off the pitch. Players were joined by their families, coaches and mentors to mark an important milestone in their development journey.
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Special guest speakers across the two nights included CluneTech’s Derek Lyng for hurling, Christy Walsh for football and Aoife Prendergast for camogie. Each shared valuable insights and encouragement with the young athletes as they continue their progression within the academy pathways.
CluneTech has been the main sponsor of both the Kilkenny GAA Academy (Na Cait Óga) and the Kilkenny Camogie Academy since 2024, under a three-year partnership supporting more than 500 players across both pathways. The sponsorship helps fund essential operational and player-welfare costs, including transport, equipment, nutrition and medical supports, ensuring a high-performance environment can be sustained for young athletes across the county.
Terry Clune, Founder and CEO of CluneTech, said:
“We were delighted to host the Kilkenny GAA and Camogie Academy Awards at our Kilkenny HQ and to celebrate the hard work and commitment shown by these young players throughout their academy journey. CluneTech is proud to support both academies and to play a role in developing the next generation of Kilkenny athletes. We would like to thank the coaches, mentors, parents and all involved for the dedication they continue to show year after year.”
This sponsorship forms part of CluneTech’s award-winning CSR programme, CluneTech Cares. Established in 2007 and created by its people, for its people, the programme supports charities and causes worldwide while having a strong local impact in Kilkenny and in the communities where CluneTech operates.
Speaking at the event, Sean Kelly, Kilkenny GAA Performance Lead, said:
“The Academy Awards are an important point in the development pathway, giving us an opportunity to recognise the work and commitment shown by our players throughout the year. For our U16 hurlers and footballers, this marks a key stage as they continue to progress within the Kilkenny system, building strong habits around preparation, discipline and performance.
Nights like this reflect the high standards being set across the academy and the collective effort of players, coaches and families in supporting long-term development both on and off the pitch.”
Tommy Farrell, Kilkenny Camogie Development Officer, added:
“This was a really special evening for Kilkenny Camogie, bringing players, families and coaches together to celebrate the progress made by our U15 academy and development squads. It’s important to take time to acknowledge the enjoyment, confidence and personal growth that comes from being part of the academy journey.
The awards night captured the positive atmosphere around the programme and highlighted the strong sense of community that supports our young players as they continue to develop and enjoy the game.”
PJ Kenny, Chairman of Kilkenny GAA, said:
“The Academy Awards are an important occasion in the underage calendar, giving young players the opportunity to be recognised for their commitment and effort throughout the year. It is a proud moment for players, families and coaches, and a reminder of the standards being developed within the Kilkenny academy pathway.”
Theresa Aylward, Kilkenny Camogie Chairperson, added:
“Kilkenny Camogie is delighted with our partnership with CluneTech, as we share many common values, standards and a strong sense of identity. Their support allows us to continue developing and supporting our young camogie players, and occasions like the Academy Awards are an important opportunity to recognise their progress and encourage them as they work to reach their potential within Kilkenny’s high-performance environment.”
The two awards evenings reflected the strength of the partnership between CluneTech, Kilkenny GAA and Kilkenny Camogie, and a shared commitment to providing young players with a supportive and high-quality development environment. As the academy programmes continue to grow, the focus remains on nurturing talent, building character and ensuring that young athletes across the county are given every opportunity to reach their potential both on and off the pitch.
For more information, please contact:
Lauren Cleere, CluneTech, lauren.cleere@clunetech.com
Mary Morgan, Kilkenny GAA PRO, pro.kilkenny@gaa.ie
Aoife Lanigan, Kilkenny Camogie PRO, pro.kilkenny@camogie.ie
February 6, 2026
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Thursday, 29th of January 2026. Today, CluneTech and Cois Nore announced a sponsorship supporting the development of a dedicated therapy wing at Cois Nore’s new Cancer Support Centre in Kilkenny, marking a significant milestone and an important investment in the future of cancer support services for the people of Kilkenny
CluneTech’s sponsorship will fund the refurbishment and fit-out of the therapy wing within the new Cois Nore House.
Every day in County Kilkenny, two families receive a cancer diagnosis, beginning a journey that affects not only the individual but also their families, friends, and communities. Since 2013, Cois Nore has been a safe haven for those living with cancer, providing free, professional, community-based support.
As demand has outgrown its Walkin Street premises, work is now underway on a new purpose-built centre on the Waterford Road. The new Cancer Support Centre is expected to open in March 2026 and will meet the growing needs of people affected by cancer across Kilkenny.
CluneTech’s sponsorship provides vital funding for a modern, purpose-designed therapy space that will support individuals and families throughout their cancer journey. Alongside community generosity, government support, and contributions from other supporters, this investment is helping to bring the new centre closer to completion and enables Cois Nore to continue delivering free, confidential support and professional and voluntary services to people of all ages.
The new Cois Nore House will include dedicated therapy rooms, safe spaces for children and teenagers, group support facilities, and activity areas designed to nurture recovery and dignity. It will provide a welcoming environment where individuals and families can access guidance, compassion, and community at a time when they need it most.
Terry Clune, Chief Executive Officer and Founder of CluneTech, said:
“Kilkenny is home for many of us at CluneTech, and we recognise the importance of standing with our community during difficult times. Cancer touches so many families, and Cois Nore has been a steadfast and compassionate support to the people of Kilkenny for over a decade. We are proud to support the development of the new Cois Nore therapy wing and the vital work that will continue there. We are in it together with Cois Nore and with the people of Kilkenny.”
Bill Cuddihy, Chairperson of Cois Nore, said:
“Cois Nore is very grateful for the support we have received from all sections of the community in Kilkenny. CluneTech’s sponsorship is a powerful statement of solidarity and shows a deep investment in the wellbeing of the community. Together, we are building a centre that protects dignity, nurtures recovery, and empowers hope.”
Mary Dolan, Manager of Cois Nore, said:
“The people of Kilkenny deserve a Cancer Support Centre with the space and resources to deliver a high-quality service. This partnership with CluneTech helps us take an important step towards that vision. Cois Nore has become like a second family for so many, and this new centre will allow us to welcome more people into a space that truly meets their needs.”
This sponsorship forms part of CluneTech Cares, CluneTech’s award-winning corporate social responsibility programme. Founded in 2007, the programme supports charities and causes worldwide and is driven by employee involvement. With a strong local impact in Kilkenny and the communities where CluneTech operates, this sponsorship brings the new centre and expanded cancer support services one step closer to reality.
About Cois Nore
Founded in 2013, Cois Nore Cancer Support Centre provides free, professional, community-based services to patients, families, and carers in Kilkenny. Affiliated with the National Cancer Control Programme, Cois Nore offers counselling, touch therapies, children’s services, support groups, and wellness activities — all delivered locally with empathy and understanding.
About CluneTech
CluneTech isa suite of software technology companies providing solutions that simplifyglobal business. Established in 1996, CluneTech is headquartered in Ireland,with more than 1,200 employees globally and operations in over 100 countries.CluneTech has been recognised as one of Ireland’s Best Workplaces for tenconsecutive years by Great Place to Work.
For more information:
CluneTech
Lauren Cleere, Marketing and Communications Manager
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Cois Nore Cancer Support Centre
Email: info@coisnore.ie
Phone: 056 775 2222
Website:www.coisnore.ie
January 29, 2026
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At CluneTech, we have an extensive Milestone Recognition Program that rewards employees that choose to build a long and successful career with us. As part of this programme, we love celebrating and sharing the stories of those reaching major milestones with the company.
This month we caught up with Viktoria Kurteva, Front End Developer at Sprintax. She has been on our team for the last 5 years.
My favorite thing about working in CluneTech is the team I work with. We’ve built a strong and open way of communicating, with a lot of mutual understanding and trust. Everyone is approachable, open to questions, and always willing to help when needed. Beyond the professional environment, I’ve also had the chance to build meaningful connections and friendships that extend outside of work, which makes the experience even more valuable.
Having been with CluneTech for five years, my biggest achievement has been my professional growth within the company. I joined shortly after graduating, and through continuous learning and commitment, I was able to demonstrate my potential and take on increasing responsibility. This journey eventually led to the opportunity to step into a Team Lead role, which I see as both a personal milestone and a reflection of the trust and support I’ve received along the way.
The biggest change I’ve witnessed is the growth and evolution of the team I’m part of. When I joined, the team consisted of just three people, and today it has grown to twelve. Along with this growth came new dynamics, stronger collaboration, and a more structured way of working together. It’s been interesting to see how the team has evolved while maintaining open communication and a supportive environment.
One of the greatest challenges I’ve faced has been growing both professionally and personally. From the very beginning, it required stepping outside my comfort zone to communicate with more experienced colleagues, ask questions, and actively learn.
Over time, I needed to take on more responsibility and make decisions on my own, which was initially intimidating. Today, many of the things that once felt challenging are now part of my everyday work.
I’ve really enjoyed projects where I could both contribute technically and support the team’s growth. Working on challenging front-end tasks while also helping colleagues solve problems, share knowledge, and improve collaboration has been very rewarding. I particularly value opportunities where I can learn new approaches and see how our work positively impacts the product and the team.
My advice would be not to be afraid to reach out to your colleagues and communicate openly in the workflow. Ask questions whenever you have them, seek feedback, and don’t hesitate to share your ideas or suggestions. Make the most of your time, stay curious, and take every opportunity to learn as much as you can from those around you.
December 18, 2025
Read MOREOur CSR Programme - CluneTech Cares, is a fantastic representation of what we are - a team of truly caring individuals giving our best to support and add value, not only to our customers, but also to the communities in which we operate. CluneTech Cares is employee-led and has three key pillars: Wellness, Culture & Community, and Sustainability. It has been a busy quarter so make sure to check out some of our latest activities below.
Throughout October, CluneTech colleagues across the globe once again came together to support breast cancer awareness and fundraising efforts for Race for the Cure, Europe’s largest sporting event dedicated to women’s health.
Breast cancer continues to have a profound impact, and initiatives like Race for the Cure play a vital role in supporting breast cancer organisations by funding research, raising awareness, and providing essential care and support to those affected.
This year, our teams organised a variety of activities designed to encourage participation, movement, and awareness. Colleagues were invited to paint their parkrun pink by adding a splash of pink to their exercise routines, while fundraising walks were held with our teams in Bulgaria and Ireland. Across all activities during the month, an impressive 150 CluneTech colleagues took part.
In addition to our fundraising efforts, we focused on education and awareness by hosting a Breast Cancer Q and A Session for employees with Professor Svilen Maslyankov, Head of the Division of Treatment of Benign and Malignant Breast Diseases at one of Bulgaria’s largest hospitals, and an author of more than 100 medical publications in surgery and oncology.
Thanks to the dedication and generosity of our teams, we are proud to announce a 1,500 euro donation to Race for the Cure, helping breast cancer organisations continue their life saving work across Europe.
Our commitment to breast cancer awareness does not stop in October. In November, our colleague and breast cancer survivor Desislava Chervenkova will be leading an inspiring Breast Cancer Initiative within her Facebook Group for Breast Cancer Support, continuing the conversation and impact beyond the awareness month.
Since CluneTech first began supporting Race for the Cure in 2021, 580 employees have participated in CSR walks and online challenges, and over 6,000 euro has been donated to support this important cause.
A heartfelt thank you to everyone who took part in this year’s October CSR Spotlight and helped make a meaningful difference.
As part of CluneTech Cares, we proudly launched The Elephant in the Room initiative on World Mental Health Day, reinforcing our commitment to prioritising mental health and wellbeing across the organisation.
The Elephant in the Room is a public awareness movement that uses art to encourage open conversations about mental health and to help break down stigma in the workplace and beyond. Mental health can often remain unspoken, even when its impact is significant. Through supporting this initiative, CluneTech has helped create space for meaningful conversations and encouraged colleagues to speak about their mental health as openly as they would their physical health, without fear of judgement or discrimination.
To bring the initiative to life internally, CluneTech launched an Elephant in the Room Design Competition, inviting colleagues and their families to take part by creating their own elephant designs. Participants have been encouraged to express themselves freely through sketches, colours, patterns, and words, reinforcing the message that there is no right or wrong way to talk about mental health. Entries remain open, and colleagues are still welcome to get involved.
By launching this initiative on World Mental Health Day, CluneTech has continued to highlight the importance of early conversations, inclusion, and mutual support, contributing to a workplace culture built on trust, understanding, and wellbeing.
Through The Elephant in the Room, CluneTech continues to demonstrate its ongoing commitment to supporting mental health and creating an environment where everyone feels heard and supported.
This November, we focused our CSR Spotlight on men’s health and the globally recognized Movember movement.
Since its inception in 2003, Movember has grown into a global movement, bringing together passionate Mo Bros and Mo Sisters – individuals dedicated to making a difference in mental health, suicide prevention, prostate cancer, and testicular cancer. So far, the campaign has raised USD 1.4 billion, funding life-saving research and initiatives for men’s health.
Throughout November, CluneTech employees embraced the cause by growing their own moustaches and staying active for men’s mental health. For each moustache photo posted with the hashtag #Movember, CluneTech Cares generously donated €20. We also stuck to our monthly 5k challenge by donating €5 for every employee who posted a picture of their 5k into our internal communications platform.
At the close of Movember, CluneTech made a monetary contribution to Movember, supporting various men's health charities and organizations. A big thank you to all of our amazing colleagues for their dedication and participation.
CluneTech was delighted to join Danesfort GAA as their sponsor over the weekend as the club celebrated the official opening of its new state of the art clubhouse.
This milestone belongs to the entire Danesfort community and reflects years of dedication, vision and teamwork. The development showcases what Danesfort continues to achieve both on and off the field.
The project has delivered exceptional new facilities including modern dressing rooms, a fully equipped gym, multi purpose activity spaces, enhanced accessibility, a floodlit astroturf pitch and ball wall, and a 1.1 km community walking track. These facilities will support every team and every age group across the club.
We would like to recognise the outstanding leadership and commitment shown by everyone involved in this project including Chairperson Catherine Cunniffe, the development committee, coaches, volunteers, grounds team, members, supporters and the wider parish community.
Their collective effort has brought this vision to life and created facilities that will serve generations to come!
We congratulate the entire Danesfort GAA community for this remarkable achievement.
To top it all off, the club rounded off the weekend with a Leinster Club Intermediate Hurling Final victory bringing home the Tommy Murphy Cup for the first time, a result that highlights the support, strength and momentum within the parish. The future is incredibly bright for Danesfort!
Following our latest volunteering initiative at Karin Dom in the summer of 2025 when our colleagues Stanislav Ivanov, Kaloyan Nikolov, Hristo Stambolov, Stoyan Stoyanov, Stefan Dimitrov, Georgi Cholakov, Gocho Gochev, and Albena Pashova’s son, helped set up an open-air nature classroom for the children visiting the center, CluneTech donated funds to purchase a new set of gardening tools for Karin Dom.
During their visit, the team noticed that the existing gardening tools at Karin Dom were quite old and worn out. Using a portion of our CSR budget that remained unused at the end of the year, we decided to refresh Karin Dom’s gardening equipment.
These new tools will help the Karin Dom staff keep their beautiful garden neat and well-maintained, and they’ll also be available for our volunteers to use during future initiatives.
We are honoured to announce that we have made our third donation to the I Want a Baby Foundation in Bulgaria, supporting the facilitation of psychological support groups for individuals and couples experiencing infertility.
The I Want a Baby Foundation coordinates reproductive, fertility treatment, and psychological support programmes for childless couples. Its psychological support programme, launched in 2007, was thoughtfully designed to run in parallel with the medical procedures couples undergo, providing care for both body and mind.
In 2025, the organisation celebrates its 18th anniversary, having helped more than 8,000 couples receive informational, psychological, and financial assistance.
CluneTech provides fully paid IVF and pregnancy support leave, which is a cornerstone of our Employee-Led Wellbeing Programme, CluneTech Cares, as well as our comprehensive Employee Benefits Package.
This December, colleagues from Fintua came together to host a Charity Bake Sale in support of Meals on Wheels Kilkenny, a local organisation providing vital support to elderly people and those in need, particularly on Christmas Day.
The bake sale took place at Kilkenny HQ on Tuesday the 16th of December with all proceeds going directly to Meals on Wheels Kilkenny. This initiative supported the incredible work of Garry McCarthy, one of the dedicated volunteers behind the CluneTech initiative WeCan, who helped deliver meals to those most in need during the festive season.
Colleagues got involved by contributing baked goods, both homemade and shop bought, with every contribution helping to make a difference.
We would like to thank The Cookie Co Op, Mace Freshford and La Rivista, three local Kilkenny businesses, for their generous support in donating treats for the bake sale.
A big thank you to the Fintua Onboarding Team for initiating and organising this event, and to everyone who supported this meaningful cause. All proceeds raised went directly to Meals on Wheels Kilkenny.
At CluneTech, our commitment to giving back is at the heart of everything we do. At the end of 2025, our US teams were honored to make annual donations to three exceptional organisations that tirelessly serve our communities.
One to World enriches the global community by fostering intercultural understanding and cooperation. Through education programs and cultural exchange initiatives, they connect international students and scholars with local communities, building bridges of understanding and collaboration. We are proud to support their mission to make the world a more inclusive and connected place.
The Coalition for the Homeless has been a beacon of hope for those experiencing homelessness in New York City. Offering food, shelter, and support services, they work tirelessly to help individuals and families regain stability and rebuild their lives. We are deeply inspired by their dedication and honored to contribute to their life-changing efforts.
Located in New York, the Aisling Irish Community and Cultural Centre is a lifeline for Irish immigrants and the broader community, offering mental health support, senior care, and cultural programs. Our donation to the Aisling Irish Community Centre will specifically support their mental health programs, which provide critical resources and support to those in need. Their commitment to fostering connection and well-being for all who walk through their doors is truly inspiring, and we are grateful to support their vital mission.
We extend our sincerest thanks to these organizations for their tireless work to uplift and support those in need. Your efforts make a profound difference in the lives of so many, and we are proud to stand with you. Together, we can continue to build stronger, more inclusive communities and create a brighter future for all.
On November 13, CluneTech’s Veliko Tarnovo office in Bulgaria proudly hosted the opening of an inspiring art exhibition titled We Believe in Kindness, created by 17 children and young people with disabilities from the Rainbow Day Centre. The event was held in celebration of World Kindness Day and highlights CluneTech’s ongoing commitment to supporting meaningful community initiatives.
The exhibition features 23 individual and group artworks created by young artists aged 10 to 27, using various artistic techniques such as watercolor, tempera, gouache, pastels, collage, and monotype. Each piece reflects the creativity, spirit, and individuality of the participants, offering a heartfelt glimpse into their world.
The Rainbow Day Centre in Veliko Tarnovo has been providing essential social services for more than 17 years, supporting children and young people with physical and intellectual disabilities. The Centre offers daily care, therapy, and educational programs designed to develop independence, confidence, and social inclusion. With a capacity of 36 places, it has supported over 100 individuals since its establishment, remaining a trusted place of professionalism and compassion for local families.
As the exhibition continues to welcome visitors, it stands as a powerful reminder of the impact of compassion, inclusion, and community support. CluneTech is honoured to share the remarkable talents of the Rainbow Day Centre’s young artists and remains committed to fostering opportunities that celebrate every individual’s potential.
This December, our CSR Spotlight shone on poverty and homelessness, a cause that truly reflected the spirit of giving during the festive season. As part of CluneTech Cares, we supported St. Vincent de Paul, Ireland’s largest voluntary charitable organisation, which provided practical assistance to people experiencing poverty across communities nationwide.
St. Vincent de Paul played a vital role in supporting individuals and families through services such as housing support, food assistance, and emergency aid, particularly during the challenging winter months when the need was greatest.
To help make a meaningful difference, we hosted a Christmas Jumper Day at our Kilkenny HQ, with all funds raised going directly to St. Vincent de Paul. By taking part, colleagues helped to provide warmth, comfort, and dignity to those most in need.
For employees outside of Ireland, CluneTech donated five euro on behalf of those who took part in a virtual five kilometre walk or run in support of this month’s cause.
Through participating, colleagues not only helped to raise vital funds but also raised awareness of the ongoing issues of poverty and homelessness within our communities.
As the final CSR Spotlight of 2025, CluneTech Cares would like to sincerely thank everyone who supported our initiatives throughout the year and helped drive positive change.
We wish all our colleagues a Merry Christmas and a very Happy New Year.
Introduced in 2021, our CSR Volunteer Day empowers each employee to give back to the charities and causes closest to them. Since the inception of Volunteer Day, 210+ CluneTech employees have contributed to causes which they find meaningful, and this number keeps growing. See what they had to share with us about their experience this quarter:
CluneTech Volunteers Bring Books and Music to Life at Pencho Slaveykov Regional Library
In an early October morning, a group of CluneTech employees spent their Volunteer Day at the Pencho Slaveykov Regional Library in Varna. Kristina Arabadzhieva, Encho Yordanov, Iskra Dimitrova-Mineva, Antonia Petrova, Rosen Koev, Petya Rankova, Yavor Iliev, and Ina Eneva rolled up their sleeves to help with book and vinyl inventory in the Art and Children & Adolescence Departments, immersing themselves in the worlds of literature and music.
Their support came at a crucial time, as the library team is currently understaffed and often struggles to manage inventory and book organization alongside day-to-day operations.
This volunteering opportunity is part of a new program launched by the Varna Regional Library, inspired by a recent visit to the Netherlands, where librarians learned that over 60% of staff in many libraries are volunteers. Motivated by this idea, the library introduced a similar initiative in Varna, offering various ways for the community to get involved - from sorting books to reading to children during the popular “Breakfast in the Library” events on Saturday mornings.
A huge thank you to everyone who participated today - your dedication and enthusiasm are truly inspiring!
December 16, 2025
Read MORETuesday ,9th of December 2025. Danesfort GAA celebrated the official opening of their new state of the art clubhouse following a community wide event held on Saturday, the 6th of December at the club grounds in Co. Kilkenny.
The opening marked a significant moment for the parish bringing to completion one of the most ambitious club development projects in Co. Kilkenny. GAA President Jarlath Burns performed the official opening and welcomed players, families and supporters as they explored the facilities for the first time. The new facilities were delivered through a long standing partnership between Danesfort GAA and CluneTech.
The development features a modern clubhouse with two changing rooms, a fully equipped gym and multi-purpose activity room, a meeting room and office, a shop, referee’s room, accessible toilet with baby changing facilities, a kitchen and a newly resurfaced ball wall with a floodlit astroturf pitch. The project also includes a floodlit 1.1 km tarmacadamed surface walking track, the refurbishment of the existing dressing rooms, adding an updated kitchen area with modern appliances, an accessible toilet and upgraded externally accessible toilets, greatly enhancing accessibility and year round use for all members of the community.
Reflecting on the milestone, Uachtarán CLG Jarlath Burns said:
“Today represents an important moment for Danesfort GAA and for the community it serves. The facilities unveiled here are testament to the ambition, commitment and collaboration that define our Association at its best. It is clear that this development will support participation and enjoyment for players of all ages well into the future. I pay tribute to everyone involved in bringing this project to fruition and congratulate the club on the significant progress it continues to make on and off the field.”
Adding to this, Catherine Cunniffe, Chairperson of Danesfort GAA said:
“This development marks a major step forward for our club and our parish. The new facilities will enhance every aspect of our sporting and community life and reflects the dedication of the volunteers, coaches, members and our sponsor CluneTech, who have all worked tirelessly to make this possible. The success of our teams, including the Leinster Intermediate Hurling Final win, shows the strength of the structures we are building together.”
Discussing the significance of the project, former Kilkenny hurler and development committee member Paul Murphy said:
“These facilities provide a foundation that will benefit players at every level, from our youngest members to our senior teams. The standard of what has been achieved here is something everyone involved can be very proud of”
Commenting on the opening, Terry Clune, CluneTech Founder and CEO, said:
“This is a proud day for Danesfort GAA and for our whole community. CluneTech is delighted to support the creation of these world class facilities and to see the hard work and ambition behind this project come to life for the benefit of the generations to come.”
Saturday’s celebration marked the beginning of an exciting new chapter for Danesfort GAA, with modern, inclusive and future focused facilities that will enrich both the sporting and social life of the parish. This sense of momentum was highlighted the following day when Danesfort secured victory in the Leinster Intermediate Hurling Final, a significant achievement for the club and the community.
About Danesfort GAA
Danesfort GAA is a community based Gaelic Athletic Association club in Co Kilkenny. The club supports camogie, hurling, football, LGFA and an All-star team with teams across all age groups and is committed to fostering participation, development and community spirit.
For more information, contact
Catherine Cunniffe
Chairperson, Danesfort GAA
Email: Chairperson.danesfort.kilkenny@gaa.ie
Lauren Cleere
Marketing and Communications Manager, CluneTech
Email: lauren.cleere@clunetech.com
December 9, 2025
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