Irish America
Irish America
"Ireland wasn't as wealthy as it is today. But there was always a culture of giving back, and that’s something that was ingrained in me from the time I was a kid.” - Ronan Ryan Happy Christmas to all our readers receiving this issue in the mail, it should be arriving in your mailboxes just in time. And congratulations to all our Wall Street 50 honorees who we will be … [Read more...] about The First Word: ‘Tis the Season of Giving
“The stories of past courage can define that ingredient – they can teach, they can offer hope, they can provide inspiration." – John F. Kennedy This magazine was created to bring you the stories of our people. As is often the case, the best stories are those in which individuals triumph over circumstance. The Good Friday Agreement, a major development in the … [Read more...] about The First Word: Profiles in Courage
"I'm not giving up. I'm going to stand by you and rise up. That's what we did and continue to do to beat this silent enemy: Covid."~ Lisa Kennedy, Northwell Nurse Choir We have showcased some terrific honorees over the years, but none more inspiring than those medical professionals profiled in this issue. The honorees on this list persevered through the toughest of times to … [Read more...] about The First Word: “I Will Fight For You”
The New York Yacht Club was the scene of much merriment on Monday, October 30, as Irish America magazine celebrated its 2023 Wall Street 50 honorees at a gala dinner. This year's honorees – from standout rising stars to Wall Street veterans – represent some of the world's largest finance companies. Irish America's founders Niall O'Dowd and Patricia Harty opened up in the show … [Read more...] about 2023 Wall Street 50
Ambassador Geraldine Byrne Nason talks to Patricia Harty about her pride in her hometown, her career; the hard reality of work on the U.N. Security Council; and her new role as Ireland’s Ambassador to the United States. At the time of our interview in July 2022, Geraldine Byrne Nason is winding down her role as Ireland’s Ambassador to the U.N., reflecting on her life as a … [Read more...] about A Most Remarkable Ambassador
