The TUS Faculty of Business and Humanities is pleased to invite you to attend a regional leadership panel exploring the theme “Connected Regions, Stronger Future” on Wednesday, 10th June.
The event will be held in the Millennium Theatre at the TUS Moylish Campus, Limerick and will bring together leaders and stakeholders from across the Mid‑West to explore how collaboration, innovation, and shared purpose can strengthen regions in the years ahead. The discussion will consider the role of leadership, talent development, and applied research in positioning the Mid‑West as a region of excellence.
The panel will explore the Ryder Cup coming to Adare, Limerick in 2027, highlighting the significant opportunities this global event presents for business, tourism, sport, entrepreneurship, community life, and the wider visitor economy. The conversation invites businesses to reflect on their readiness and consider how they can fully capitalise on this global opportunity when it arrives.
Welcome Note: Dr James Griffin, Dean of Faculty, Business and Humanities. TUS
Panel Speakers:
- Professor Vincent Cunnane, President of Technological University of the Shannon.
- Catherine Duffy, Senior Vice President and General Manager Northern Trust.
- Vanessa McTigue, Commercial Director Shannon Airport Group.
- Tom Enright, Ryder Cup 2027 Project Director (Government of Ireland)
With key stakeholders from industry, hospitality, community and sport in attendance, the session will be highly interactive with audience participation and networking.
| Time | Session |
|---|---|
| 8.50-9.20 | Networking and Light Refreshments |
| 9.20-9.30 | Welcome Note: Dr. James Griffin |
| 9.30-10.20 | Panel Discussion: Professor Vincent Cunnane, Catherine Duffy, Vanessa McTigue, Tom Enright |
| 10.20-10.50 | Q&A |
| 10.50-11.00 | Closing Remarks |
Early booking advisable so please RSVP via email by clicking the button below.