For seventeen years, Irish America has sought out and recognized the best and the brightest Irish-American and Irish-born leaders in the financial sphere, and this year is no exception. The fifty honorees of 2014 are an extraordinary, inspiring, and diverse group – from standout rising stars to masterful Wall Street veterans, this year’s list is comprised of both new faces and … [Read more...] about 2014 Wall Street 50
Issues
The First Word: Making the Most of
What You’ve Got
“Being Irish means being the best you can be by making the most of what you’ve got. It’s about being loyal to your friends and family, sharing with them all the joys that make life worth living.” – Wall Street 50 Honoree Sean Kelly.
In the 1980s when Kathleen Lynch was making her way to Wall Street, Irish America was in its infancy. With little money and few staff, we all … [Read more...] about The First Word: Making the Most of
What You’ve Got
NYC St. Patrick’s Day Parade
Allows Gay Groups to March
A decision announced in early September by the New York City Saint Patrick’s Day Parade Committee, will allow some gays to march in the St. Patrick’s Day Parade, specifically the NBC-affiliated LGBT group OUT@NBCUniversal.
The announcement has been seen by many as a change of heart towards the gay community by the organizers, who have long claimed that the parade is a Catholic … [Read more...] about NYC St. Patrick’s Day Parade
Allows Gay Groups to March
Maria Walsh:
The Gay New Rose of Tralee
The annual Rose of Tralee festival concluded in August with the crowning of a winner, Maria Walsh.
The stunning new Rose, a native of Boston, beat out 31 other Roses to win the title.
The announcement of the winner coincided with a revelation that Walsh was gay.
After her crowning, Walsh sat down with The Sun newspaper and revealed her sexual orientation saying, “I am … [Read more...] about Maria Walsh:
The Gay New Rose of Tralee
Ryanair Announces $22
Billion Boeing Purchase
The Dublin-based budget airline Ryanair announced in early September the purchase of 100 new models of Boeing’s 737, with an option to purchase 100 more. The deal is valued at over $22 billion. Ryanair is the first airline to buy the new aircraft, according to The New York Times.
Boeing’s new 737s are designed to fit even more passengers in the single-aisle frame – where the … [Read more...] about Ryanair Announces $22
Billion Boeing Purchase