As we approach 2026, one thing is clear: marketing is no longer just about algorithms, automation, or analytics. It’s about human connection. In a world saturated with content and AI-generated messaging, brands that prioritise empathy, authenticity, and emotional resonance are the ones that stand out. 

Giving Tuesday 2025…Powered By Charities Institute Ireland 

In our ongoing collaboration with Charities Institute Ireland, we are proud to support them in the roll out and activation of the Giving Tuesday 2025 campaign.

This year’s campaign, powered by Charities Institute Ireland, shines a spotlight on the leadership, generosity, and impact of volunteer Boards of Trustees across Ireland.

We are proud to announce that our CEO Jennifer Brennan has become a member of the DCU Alumni Council.

"The DCU Alumni Community now numbers almost 120,000 graduates. We are a diverse community who are linked by the common bond of our experiences in DCU. Strengthening and extending this connection with Alumni is a priority for the University with the intent of DCU being a resource to Alumni and the Alumni community being a resource to DCU, as it delivers on its objective to transform lives and society. The Alumni Council exists as a bridge to assist in strengthening this connection and it is my great honor to serve as its current Chair" - James Corcoran, Chair of the Alumni Council

An annual marketing audit is one of the most powerful tools a business can use to sharpen its strategy, improve performance, and ensure its marketing efforts are aligned with organisational goals. In essence it’s an activity that will ensure competitive edge!

Yet, it’s often overlooked in favour of day-to-day marketing tasks, and very often placed far down on the to-do-list.

A marketing audit provides a structured review of all your current marketing activity, from brand positioning and messaging to campaign performance, audience engagement, and channel effectiveness (to name a few). It helps identify what’s working, what’s underperforming, and where opportunities lie. And most importantly what to stop.

Thrive Marketing Announces New Partnership with Grant & Funding Specialist Joanne Ryan

Empowering Organisations Across Ireland to Access Funding and Fuel Growth

Thrive Marketing is proud to announce a new partnership with Joanne Ryan, Founder of Trust Grant Writing, who joins the Thrive Associate Team as Grant & Funding Associate. This collaboration marks a significant step forward in Thrive’s mission to support purpose-driven organisations with not only strategic marketing solutions but also sustainable growth through access to funding.

Instagram has kicked off 2025 with a wave of updates that are reshaping how brands and creators engage with audiences. At Thrive Marketing, we’re always keeping an eye on the latest digital trends so you don’t have to. Here’s a roundup of the most impactful changes to Instagram so far this year, and what they mean for your business.

We are seeking a creative, dynamic, and proactive self-starter to join our team as a Marketing Associate. This part-time role offers the flexibility of hybrid work, requiring you to work mornings Monday to Friday, with occasional work outside these hours for events and external engagements. 

Mingle Ireland is a fresh and exciting social outlet where individuals can meet in a relaxed, informal environment. Founded by Fingal businesswomen Jennifer Brennan and Karen Thorpe, the events are designed to enable people to meet and connect, whether they are looking for a romantic connection, companionship or simply want to get out and about and beat that feeling of loneliness…

In the ever-changing world of social media, staying on top of trends is crucial to keeping your brand relevant. At a recent event, we were asked a very interesting question: "Are hashtags still relevant in social media?"

Join Our Dynamic Team as an Expert in Content and Social Media – Hybrid Role in Portmarnock, Co. Dublin