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Ambassador’s Awards Archive
Congratulations to our 2025 Ambassador’s Awards Honorees! We are honored to celebrate their outstanding achievements and contributions that strengthen the bonds between the Greater Philadelphia Region and the Island of Ireland.
Ambassador’s Award
West Pharmaceuticals
Accepting on behalf of West: Bernard J. Birkett, Sr. Vice President, Chief Financial & Operations Officer
Presented annually to a company exemplifying the Chamber’s mission of fostering economic and educational ties, this award highlights the historic and impactful relationship between the United States and Ireland.
Taoiseach Award
Kate Groark Shields
Chief Executive Officer, Vault Communications
This honor recognizes an individual of Irish descent who demonstrates exceptional leadership in business and supports the Irish American community, celebrating the legacy of Ireland’s chieftains.
Uachtarán Award
Kevin Maloney
Managing Director, JLL and Michael Maloney, Senior Vice President, CBRE
Given to an individual or organization showcasing exemplary compassion and leadership through philanthropic contributions, the award underscores the cultural and charitable spirit of the Irish presidency.
Ambassador’s Award Honorees
2025 – West Pharmaceuticals
2024 – KPMG
2023 – Neumann University
2022 – Independent Container Line, Port of Cork, PSA Penn Terminals
2020 – Aer Lingus
Taoiseach Award Honorees
2025 – Kate Shields, CEO Vault Communications
2024 – Philadelphia GAA
2023 – John Cummins & Adele Farrell, NEXA | EAM
2022 – John Furey, Imvax
2020 – Reverend Peter M. Donohue, OSA, PHD, Villanova University
Uachtaran Award Honorees
2025 – Kevin Maloney, Managing Director, JLL and Michael Maloney, Senior Vice President, CBRE
2024 – Philadelphia GAA
2023 – Larry Kirwan, Musician, Author, Host & Activist
2022 – Joseph & Kathleen Heenan, The Society of The Friendly Sons & Daughters of St. Patrick
2020 – Connelly Foundation