Over 300 leaders of Irish industry gathered for a unique exploration of key themes and critical topics for the Irish economy. |
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In his speech Danny McCoy discussed a new trend of three cycles being experienced by the Irish economy. There are now three distinct business cycles involving traditional domestic sectors, indigenous and multinational exporters, and a new generation of intangible intensive, globally traded firms. To hear Danny McCoy’s speech in full, click here.
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BBC broadcaster Andrew Marr looked at the political dynamics driving Brexit. He said that a significant element of those pushing Brexit were in favour of cutting employment and environmental standards to boost UK competitiveness, although they were reluctant to say this publicly. However, he questioned if such a position could command wider political, popular support post-Brexit. To hear Andrew Marr’s speech in full, click here.
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Vice Admiral Mark Mellett DSM joined the Ibec podcast to discuss intangible assets, cybersecurity and diversity in the Defence forces, listen here.
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Informed, opinionated and ready for robust discussion. International commentators and business visionaries came together to explore what lies ahead for Irish business.
Managing Director, Bord Gáis Energy
CEO, Ibec
Head of Corporate Affairs, Ibec
Award Winning Journalist and Political Commentator
Group Managing Director, Trilogy Technologies
Chief of Staff, Irish Defence Forces
Head of Strategy, Accenture Ireland
Director of Employer Relations, Ibec
Broadcaster and Journalist
SVP & GM, TE Medical, TE Connectivity
Managing Partner, Matheson
Managing Director, Citi Country Officer & CAO Citibank Europe Plc at Citi
Chief Executive Officer, An Post
Head of Sustainability, Musgrave
Managing Partner, MERC Partners
Country Manager and Director of HR, Amazon Web Services, Ireland
Head of Information Security, ICON Clinical Research
Head of Investments, Sky Ocean Ventures
In 2019, business leaders and keynote speakers discussed the changing nature of the Irish business model and economy and our prospects into the future and how we can safe guard our economic success.
Media coverage from this flagship event below:
Last Word on Today FM
Interview with Danny – [Interview begins 01:50:45 into podcast]
RTE News website
Ibec calls for new savings scheme to be set up
The Irish Times
Brexit is Thatcherism 2.0, says BBC Broadcaster
Ibec calls for new SSIA scheme
The Irish Independent
Post-Brexit Britain will gun for Irish business
Employers back calls for new SSIA savings scheme in bid to stop economy overheating
Economy facing growing risk from cyber crime
The Irish Examiner
The Times Ireland
Call for savings scheme to future-proof economy
The Daily Mail
A new SSIA scheme wouldn’t be fair or particularly wise… but it could buy Fine Gael another election
08:30 | Opening and welcome |
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09:00 | Securing Ireland’s economic success |
Ireland’s competitiveness is influenced by our quality of life and our ability to attract and retain staff. What needs to be addressed to secure our economic success?
Scene setting: Siobhán Masterson, Head of Corporate Affairs, Ibec
Panel discussion
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09:30 | The future of Europe |
The UK’s new relationship with the world and the implications of wider geopolitical trends for Irish business.
Keynote: Andrew Marr, Broadcaster, Journalist and Political Commentator
Panel discussion
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10:20 | Coffee and networking |
10:50 | The next phase of business sustainability |
A showcase of how companies can transition to a more sustainable business model.
Scene setting: Karen O’Regan, Managing Director and Head of Strategy, Accenture
Panel discussion
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11:30 | Safeguarding intangible assets |
A cyber security attack would cause widespread disruption, reputational damage and compromise Ireland’s FDI. A critical issue not just for domestic considerations but also due to the number of MNCs located here.
Scene setting: Vice Admiral Mark Mellet DSM, Chief of Staff, Irish Defence Forces
Panel discussion
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12:10 | Closing remarks |
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12:30 | Networking lunch |