Leadership Summit a Resounding Success

County Wexford Chamber

The County Wexford Chamber Leadership Summit, held at Newbay House, Wexford, on November 14, was a remarkable success, bringing together business leaders and innovators from across the region.

The event, hosted by MC and Executive Coach Orlaith Carmody, featured a keynote address by An Post CEO David McRedmond, who captivated the audience with his insights on business transformation and innovation.

The summit provided attendees with actionable strategies for business growth and leadership development. “We had the privilege of hearing from David McRedmond, who shared valuable insights into the transformation he led at An Post,” said Paula Roche, CEO of County Wexford Chamber. “Additionally, representatives from Enterprise Ireland and IDA Ireland outlined the supports available for businesses and discussed the importance of foreign direct investment in driving the continued economic growth of County Wexford.”

In addition to Mr. McRedmond, the summit featured contributions from notable speakers including Brian McGee, Regional Enterprise Development Manager at IDA; Gavin Walsh, Large Enterprise Account Director at LinkedIn; and Linda Earlie, Senior Executive at Enterprise Ireland.

Pictured at the County Wexford Leadership Summit were contributors to the second Leadership in Action panel (l-r): Brendan Crowley, Managing Director, Wexford Bus; John Walsh, Commercial Director, ABP Food Group Ireland & Poland; David O’Connor, Director, Sheil Kinnear; Therese Kelly, Director, Neville Hotels; and Linda Earlie, Senior Executive, Enterprise Ireland.

Leadership Summit attracted top entrepreneurs

“We were also inspired by the success stories from some of County Wexford’s most innovative and influential businesses,” added Ms. Roche. Entrepreneurs and business leaders such as Pauline Oakes, Vice President of Operations for EMEA/APAC at Integer; Pat Bevan, Managing Director of Reynaers Aluminium Ireland; Deirdre Hannon, Plant Manager at Danone; Rosie Keary, Managing Director of Kersia; Billy Hoey, Senior Project Manager – Design and Construction for Iarnród Éireann, Port Authority Rosslare Europort; Gerard Reynolds, Director of Operations at BD; Brendan Crowley, Managing Director of Wexford Bus; John Walsh, Commercial Director at ABP Food Group Ireland & Poland; David O’Connor, Managing Partner at Sheil Kinnear; and Therese Kelly, Director at Neville Hotels, shared their insights and experiences.

“This summit was a fantastic opportunity to connect and learn from local leaders who are shaping the future of our business community,” said Ms. Roche.

The interactive panel discussions, networking opportunities, and insights from County Wexford Chamber Skillnet and Rethink Ireland were designed to inspire and equip attendees with actionable strategies for business growth and leadership development.

The event was generously supported by Wexford Bus and County Wexford Chamber Skillnet, ensuring its success and impact on the local business community.

County Wexford Chamber President Conor Robinson pictured with, left, County Wexford Chamber CEO Paula Roche and right, MC Orlaith Carmody.

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Pictured at the County Wexford Leadership Summit were contributors to the morning Leadership in Action panel (l-r): Brian McGee, Regional Enterprise Development Manager, IDA; Pauline Oakes, Vice President, Operations, EMEA/APAC region, Integer; David McRedmond, CEO, An Post; Deirdre Hannon, Plant Manager, Danone Wexford; and Pat Bevan, Managing Director, Reynaers Aluminium.