1st July, Virtual Summit

Unlocking opportunity with a strengthened US Ireland relationship

PANEL DISCUSSION: 

Deepening the US-Irish business trade relationship and strengthening FDI links

The quality of commercial relationships between Ireland and the US continues to be strengthened with the establishment of the Biden-Harris Administration.  In this session we will discuss the barriers to, and opportunities of a strengthened trade and investment relationship, practical steps being taken to boost the post-pandemic recovery of Foreign Direct Investment into Ireland and Irish investment in the US as well as why companies are choosing Ireland as their European hub and what makes it attractive for Irish firms to export to the US

PANEL DISCUSSION: 

Establishing tax stability to grow and sustain opportunities for entrepreneurs and businesses on both sides of the Atlantic

The recent US corporate tax policy proposal is said to have major implications for US multinational investment into Ireland. In this session we will look at what various tax reforms mean for Ireland’s FDI attractiveness and the wider economy. Our expert panelists will discuss the latest major movements in global corporate tax reform, perceived impacts and benefits of the Global Minimum Tax Rate, the Digital Taxation and the Digital Levy and the impacts for businesses and the economy.

PANEL DISCUSSION: 

Working toward post-Brexit stability and rebuilding EU, UK and US relations

The UK leaving the EU has undoubtedly enhanced Ireland’s appeal as a destination for US investment in Europe. However, there continue to be complex challenges as we navigate the impacts of Brexit. In this panel we will explore how Ireland is, and will continue to, bridge the gap of US-EU relations, Ireland’s role as a future facilitator in rebuilding EU-UK ties post-Brexit and the US and Ireland’s role in maintaining the stability of Northern Ireland.

PANEL DISCUSSION: 

Ireland’s unique position as the key hub and location of choice for specialist international financial services bridging Europe with the United States

Ireland has become a central hub for financial services firms, with many of the leading US and Global Banks moving operations to the Island. In light of Brexit, Ireland is now in an even stronger position to attract financial services into the region and act as a bridge to the EU.The panel will discuss why some of the leading Global banks chose Ireland and the communications strategy that made them choose and discuss the challenges and opportunities of Ireland becoming the EU financial services hub.

PANEL DISCUSSION: 

Uniting to Tackle Global Challenges: Lessons in Leadership

In the midst of ongoing pandemic developments, a growing climate crisis, uneven global economic recovery, and a movement to tackle racism, business and philanthropic organisations are being called on to play a larger role in building a more sustainable and inclusive world.

In this panel, we explore the role of leaders, corporations and philanthropy in this current environment to impact economic and social progress.

Closing remarks from the Chair