From Boston to California, collectively Irish Network USA is comprised of some 4,000 members, all of whom demonstrate a tangible allegiance to Ireland and everything it represents. We are proud to host the 2015 Irish Network USA National Conference and are looking forward to welcoming you to our city.
When
November 05, 2015 at 6:30pm – November 09, 2015
Where
Seaport Boston Hotel and World Trade Center
1 Seaport Ln
Boston, MA 02210
Since its inception in 2010, Irish Network Boston has worked tirelessly to promote the enduring link between Ireland and the United States. Buoyed by unique events, member to member networking opportunities, partnerships and information sharing with local and national sister Irish organizations, IN Boston exemplifies a sincere commitment to engaging the Irish diaspora – including Irish born, Irish Americans and friends of Ireland. Our network was one of the first chapters to be founded under our umbrella organization, Irish Network USA (IN USA), which is now 20 chapters strong and continues to grow. We are delighted to have the opportunity to host all our IN USA members and friends at the annual conference this year.
Last year’s conference took place in Austin, Texas and featured presentations on a variety of topics including a discussion led by Ambassador Anne Anderson, a presentation by Neil Sands, head of innovation at SalesForce as well as social activities which included a mini-film festival and an outing with Austin’s Celtic Cowboys, Austin’s GAA team. To read more about last years conference as reported by Irish Central click here.
CONFERENCE INFORMATION
Thursday, November 5th, 2015
6:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m. Welcome Reception
Bostonia Public House
131 State Street
Boston, MA
Sponsored by Synergy Investments
Friday, November 6th, 2015
Conference Kick-Off SEAPORT HOTEL & SEAPORT WORLD TRADE CENTER
200 Seaport Boulevard, Boston, MA
8:00 a.m. – 8:30 a.m. Registration and Check-in
Breakfast
Lighthouse Ballroom
Plaza and Mezzanine Level
Welcome and Introductions
Sean Moynihan, President, IN Boston
Steve Lenox, President, INUSA
Welcome to Boston Address
The Honorable Linda Dorcena Forry
Massachusetts State Senator
Introduction of Ambassador
Fionnuala Quinlan
Consul General of Ireland Boston
Address by The Honorable Anne Anderson
Ambassador of Ireland to the United States
Panel 1 – Driving Innovation Economy Through Education
Bridget Hester Fantini, MIT, Moderator
Victoria Denoon, University of Massachusetts Lowell
Liam Kennedy, Director of the Clinton Institute, UCD via skype
Robert Mauro, Director of the Irish Institute, Boston College
Panel 2 – Innovation Economy Through Business
Mark Gallagher, Senior Market Manager, Silicon Valley Bank
Gary Hanley, SVP North America, Invest Northern Ireland
Jose Luis Martinez, President, Primark U.S. Corp.
Ryan McDermott, President,
Boston Irish Business Association (BIBA)
Larry Naughton, Partner, Choate, Hall and Stewart
Keynote Address and Q & A
Mark Redmond, Chief Executive
The American Chamber of Commerce Ireland
Networking Luncheon
Sponsored by Invest Northern Ireland
Panel 3 – The New Global Irish Diaspora
Louise Corrigan, IN Dublin
Ronnie Millar, Irish International Immigration Center
Sean Moynihan, President, IN Boston
Joe O’Brien, Irish Abroad Networking Officer Crosscare Migrant
Panel 4 – Global Irish Making an Impact
Paul Maguire, Managing Director, Archeim Solutions
Christina Noble, Noble Foundation
Killeshandra Nuns
IN Best Practice
Panel 5 – Global Irish Digital Connections
Matt Krayton, INUSA
Ashlinn Marron, IN Bay Area
Catriona Perry, RTE Digital
Tourism Ireland Presentation
Jean McCluskey, Promotions
Panel 6 – Global Irish On the Pitch
Cathal Conlon, V.P. of Marketing, New England Revolution
Catherine Conway, Assistant Coach, Women’s National Team, Ireland Lacrosse
John Cunningham, Boston GAA
Laurence McCarthy, Seton Hall, International Sports Management
Connect Ireland Presentation
Joanna Murphy, CEO
Panel 7 – INUSA Where Are We Going?
Deirdre Woodbyrne, INUSA, Executive Director, Moderator
Brian Boland, IN Atlanta
Noreen McCormack, IN Seattle
Paul Savage, Learning.ie
Valerie Wall, IN Chicago
Wrap Up and Conclusion
Friday Evening, November 6th, 2015
6:30 p.m. – 10:00 p.m. IN Boston 5th Anniversary Celebration!
Massachusetts State House
24 Beacon Street
Boston, MA
Saturday afternoon, November 7th, 2015
1:30 p.m. Doors Open for the 2nd INUSA Film Festival
Brattle Theatre in Harvard Square
40 Brattle Street, Cambridge, MA
2:00 p.m. Welcome and Introduction
Dawn Morrissey,
Director, Irish Film Festival Boston
Stewart Matthews
First Secretary and Head of Administration,
Northern Ireland Bureau
(2:10 p.m.) INUSA Short Film 2015
Boogaloo and Graham, 2014
(2:25 p.m.) INUSA Feature Film 2015
The Guarantee, 2014
(3:45 p.m.) Skype with Director Ian Power
TBC
Abbey Theatre
Skype Session with Theater Representative (Confirm Name)
4:30 p.m. Door Closes
Saturday Evening, November 7th, 2015
5:00 p.m. Evening Meet Up!
Dooleys Pub
77 Broad St, Boston, MA
Sunday, November 8th, 2015
10:00 a.m. – Noon Farewell Brunch
Atlantic Beer Garden
146 Seaport Boulevard
Boston, MA 02210
CLICK HERE TO REGISTER FOR THE CONFERENCE
HOTEL INFORMATION
Seaport Boston Hotel
Click Here to Book Your Room at the Group Rate
