St. Brigid's Day: Celebrating Irish Women in Business in BC

St. Brigid's Day, which falls on February 1st, marks the beginning of spring in Ireland. Celebrated across Ireland, communities with Irish heritage, and around the globe; St. Brigid's Day blends ancient Celtic traditions with Christianity to honor Ireland's female patron saint of healing, poetry, and inspiration. It is traditionally commemorated with the weaving of Brigid’s Crosses, alongside storytelling, music, and the recognition of women’s contributions to society.

Join ICCCVan and the Consulate General of Ireland in celebrating St. Brigid's Day with an inspiring evening recognizing the achievements of Irish women in business in British Columbia. The event will offer advice and tips from successful Irish Women in business to future business leaders. All are welcome - this event is not exclusive to women.

The evening will feature networking opportunities and a panel discussion with three highly accomplished Irish women who have built successful careers and businesses in BC and Ireland. Through honest and engaging conversation, our panelists will share their personal journeys, key lessons learned, and practical advice attendees can apply to their own professional paths.

This event is ideal for entrepreneurs, professionals, and anyone seeking inspiration, connection, and tangible takeaways.
Meet our panelists:

Niamh Pollak; VP of Legal at Clio.

Niamh is a lawyer in both BC and Ireland. She is the head of the legal department of Clio, a software for law firms. She brings over 20 years’ experience gained in private practice and in-house in Canada, the US and Europe. She has a broad range of competencies developed through involvement in high level complex commercial transactions, legal operations, and significant experience in advising clients working in the tech sector. She recently oversaw the $1 billion acquisition of vLex by Clio and has been part of a number of multi million deals in her career.

Kerri McCullagh; Director of People & Culture at hcma

Kerri is a HR professional with a deep commitment to creating an inclusive and supportive environment, Kerri's strategic advisory role with senior leaders allows her to influence hcma's direction, leveraging industry trends and best practices to inform internal strategies. She thrives on the challenge of bridging the gap between people and management, fostering open dialogue, and creating an environment where hcma’s team members feel valued, engaged, and empowered to do their best work. Beyond her role at hcma, Kerri has been actively involved in the Irish community through her work with Darkness into Light and is a strong advocate for mental health awareness and care.

Jennifer McKeever; Former CEO of Airporter
Jennifer is a former President of the Derry Chamber of Commerce and former chief executive of Airporter. She is a strategic leader with 10+ years of experience in driving organizational growth, leading high-performing teams, managing complex operations, and delivering lasting results. Having completed a Certificate in Project Management at UBC Sauder Professional Growth, Jennifer is eager to share her insight on effective tools aimed at enhancing productivity, accountability, and project coordination. Jennifer knows what it takes to succeed running a business and the value of relationships through civic leadership.

Moderated by:

Britt Gawley; CEO and Creative Lead, Founders Media

A founder, strategist, and storyteller, Brittany brings over a decade of experience leading high profile campaigns and events across media, sport, education, and nonprofit spaces. As the force behind Founders Media, she is known for her dynamic presence, curious lens, and ability to lead conversations that challenge, inspire, and celebrate leadership.

Refreshments including appetisers and beverages will be available for all guests.

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