Nov12Tue
12:00 pm - 2:00 pm

Women in Leadership Luncheon: Cross-Atlantic Edition

Regional and Cross-Border Placemaking for Economic Development and Growth

Networking, Luncheon, & Fireside Chat

Join us for the latest installment of our Women in Leadership series in collaboration with the annual Ireland NorthWest Trade Mission to Philadelphia. In an interactive fireside chat setting, we will discuss collaborative strategies for fostering economic growth and investment through regional initiatives, both within and across borders.

On November 11th-12th, 2024, the Mayor of Derry, Lilian Seenoi-Barr, and the Cathaoirleach (Mayor) of Donegal County Council, Niamh Kennedy, will lead a trade mission from Ireland’s North West City Region to Philadelphia. Both mayors are newly elected in 2024. Notably in 2024, the government of Northern Ireland has been restored after a 2 year hiatus over concerns about post-Brexit trade arrangements.

Ireland’s North West City Region is the fourth-largest population hub on the island of Ireland, home to 350,000 residents, is uniquely positioned at the crossroads of the UK and EU markets. It is a cross-border collaboration between Donegal County Council (Ireland) and Derry City and Strabane District Council (Northern Ireland). The North West Strategic Growth Partnership, jointly led by both Councils, is responsible for driving forward the economic, environmental and social prosperity of the region.

The Partnership, comprising senior representatives across all Government departments from Ireland and Northern Ireland, is the first of its kind on the island and was set up with the aim of bringing about real and positive benefits for Ireland’s North West City Region. With a proven track record in attracting Foreign Direct Investment, the North West is already home to over 40 international businesses that leverage strategic advantages to serve global markets and provides seamless access to a combined market of 5.14 million people.

Panel Members (please continue scrolling for bios)
Cllr. Lilian Seenoi-Barr, Mayor, Derry City & Strabane District Council
Cllr. Niamh Kennedy,
Cathaoirleach (mayor), Donegal County Council
Moderator: Dr.
Cera Murtagh Ph.D., Assistant Professor, Department of Political Science, Villanova University College of Liberal Arts and Sciences

Ireland NW Trade Mission To Philadelphia

Click HERE for highlights of the trade mission.

Guest List
Please click HERE for a list of registered guests as of 11/11/24

Agenda
12.00 pm – Registration & Networking
12.30 pm – Lunch Service
1.00 pm – Welcome Remarks, Fireside Chat, Audience Q&A
2.00 pm – Conclusion of formal program

Location
Villanova University, Bartley Hall, Room 2010
800 Lancaster Ave, Villanova, PA 19085

Directions & Parking
Click HERE for a campus map and directions. On-site parking is available.

Dress Code

Business attire

Registration

**STUDENTS: There is no charge to attend, but advanced registration is required, please email abarry@iabcn.org to sign up **

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(members are welcome to register their guests at the member rate)

Questions? Email Alanna Barry at abarry@iabcn.org or call/text 215-772-3101.