Events

Ibec is hosting a half day Summit focussing on social sustainability. This event will liken a unique think-in and interactive style event, and bring leading business voices together to discuss the leadership role business can play to support social cohesion in Ireland.

With a sharp focus on the ‘S’ in ESG, this Summit will convene leading business voices to share insights on the social framework underpinning Ireland’s economy. Speakers will examine the societal issues causing polarisation in Ireland and beyond, and how they are posing a huge risk to Ireland’s competitiveness and long-term prosperity.

Hear from leading family business owners and founders.

An impressive panel of inspiring speakers in Michael McCambridge of McCambridge Bread, Edel Creely, founder of Trilogy Technologies and Emma Richmond, Partner in Whitney Moore. All moderated expertly by founder and family business owner Alison Cowzer.

This will be a great opportunity to hear from successful Irish family businesses, founders and from the experts who work hand in hand with them.

It will be an evening where you will learn something from all the panellists, ask any question that’s on your mind as well as meet in person with so many from various industries.

Calling all High-Growth & Scaling Entrepreneurs…
The Entrepreneur Experience™ is a unique event for 24 Emerging Entrepreneurs to gain unparalleled access, advice and mentoring from 24 of Ireland’s most successful business leaders over 24 hours.
This includes one-to-one sessions, deep dive analysis, constructive group sessions, pitching sessions, inspiring plenary sessions and making lifelong connections.
This year’s co-captains are Jim Barry of Barry Group and Rena Maycock of Cilter Technologies. Both with vast and wide-ranging experience as entrepreneurs and a strong commitment to supporting others on their journey.

APPLICATIONS OPEN until 8th of September.

NEXUS is a gathering of 175 industry leaders and professionals from the gaming ecosystem, facilitating invaluable knowledge-sharing and networking amongst developers, publishers, investors and service providers.

The Opportunity
Explore Ireland’s place in the global games industry and the incredible opportunities for job creation and economic growth. Join discussions around Ireland’s Game Development Tax Credit, opportunities for FDI and the continued growth and success of Irish game developers.

Fundraising & Investment
Hear from leading developers and investors about the journey to investment. Meet and network with potential collaborators and discover some of the best game development talent in Ireland.

Developer Showcase & Pitching
Meet some of Ireland’s leading independent game developers as they showcase new IP and outline future investment opportunities.

Global Markets Insights with CNBC contributor, Eric Johnston, Cantor Fitzgerald, NY and Deputy CIO, Phil Byrne, CFAM in conversation with The Currency Editor, Ian Kehoe.

What opportunities and challenges lie ahead and how can investors navigate global markets with confidence?

Join us for a lunchtime interactive discussion on Thursday, October 5, with Eric Johnston, Managing Director and Head of Derivatives and Cross Asset Sales at Cantor Fitzgerald New York, and Philip Byrne, Deputy Chief Investment Officer at Cantor Fitzgerald Asset Management.

The webinar will be moderated by Editor of The Currency, Ian Kehoe.

Join us for a breakfast briefing with a unique opportunity to hear from inspirational global business leader, David Walsh, co-founder and former CEO of Netwatch. David will share his story about how he scaled up Netwatch, planned and executed his exit and why he decided to start up again with HaloCare. Get the inside track on how you can create your exit strategy and build a roadmap to secure your financial future.

“If we can visualise it…then we can do it.” David Walsh

Speaker Panel:
David Walsh, Chairman, HaloCare
Robert Whelan, Managing Director, Rockwell
Tom Lyons, Chief Executive, The Currency

Mason Hayes & Curran will host their Planning and Building for Tomorrow Conference with panels of industry and legal experts discussing the topics:
• PropTech and the Changing Face of Real Estate
• Planning & Development Bill: Will it Speed Up the Planning System?
• Housing Delivery & Beyond

This conference will also include a fireside discussion with Ronan Lyons, Trinity Lecturer & Economist, and Colm McCarthy, UCD Lecturer & Economist, on the future of property.

This event brings together leading figures from business and politics across these islands in the aftermath of the 25th Anniversary Celebrations of the Good Friday Agreement, the breakthrough in the Northern Ireland Protocol through the Windsor Framework and rebounding trade figures.

Special guest speakers include Former Taoiseach Bertie Ahern, Julian Smith MP, former Secretary of State for Northern Ireland and Liz O’Donnell, former Minister at Ireland’s Department of Foreign Affairs in conversation with The Currency’s Tommie Gorman.

The Real Deal brings together an audience of 900+ businesspeople across all sectors and industries. Attendees will gain valuable insights into the world of private equity, mergers and acquisitions, as well as strategies for raising capital and achieving blockbuster exits. With an impressive line-up of high-calibre speakers, it is a great opportunity to learn from some of the most successful entrepreneurs in Ireland and network with other like-minded individuals in the business community.

The Currency is delighted to be the media partner for The Real Deal event.

This event brings together innovative leaders from various industries to share their experiences on how they have driven change and innovation within their organisations.
Speakers on the evening:

• Geraldine Ruane, Chief Executive – RDS

• Colum Lyons, CEO – ID-Pal

• David Shackleton, Former CEO of Openback

The discussion will be moderated by Tom Lyons from The Currency.