Cathal Conlon
President
It is a pleasure to welcome you to Irish Network Boston (IN Boston). Since its inception in 2010, our organization has worked tirelessly to promote the enduring link between Ireland and the United States. Buoyed by unique events, member to member networking opportunities, partnerships and information sharing with local and national sister Irish organizations, IN Boston exemplifies a sincere commitment to engaging the Irish diaspora – including Irish born, Irish Americans and friends of Ireland. Our goal is to celebrate our mutual interests in Irish culture, business, education, and social/community initiatives by providing opportunities and experiences for all of our members. Our network was one of the first chapters to be founded under our umbrella organization, Irish Network USA (IN USA), which is now 20 chapters strong and continues to grow. From Boston to California, collectively Irish Network is comprised of some 4,000 members, all of whom demonstrate a tangible allegiance to Ireland and everything it represents. 2015 is a significant year for our organization – not only because we celebrate our 5th birthday – but also because we will serve as the host city for the 3rd annual Irish Network USA (IN USA) National Conference in November of this year. We will keep you informed as the plans for this great event are developed and we encourage you to contact us directly with ideas and suggestions for this celebration. As members of IN Boston, you are the life blood of this organization and on behalf of our entire Board of Directors we thank you for your commitment and for your on-going support. We truly appreciate your relentless support of Ireland – in both prosperous and challenging times – which makes our efforts as a Board all the easier. Please do not hesitate to contact us at membership@irishnetworkboston.net
Laoise Moore
Consul General
I would like to express my sincere appreciation for IN Boston’s work on behalf of and in support of Ireland. There is a wealth of talent, energy and goodwill among the board and membership of the Network, and your dedication to strengthening the social, economic and cultural links between Ireland and Boston is deeply appreciated.
Ireland and Boston share deep links, forged through a shared history of emigration, travel, culture, politics and business. As Irish Network Boston appreciates more than most, these vital connections must not be taken for granted and require constant attention to strengthen and grow. Accordingly, the network has been to the forefront of many initiatives which have drawn the ties that bind us ever closer.
IN Boston is an open and welcoming community, where people from Ireland, people of Irish heritage and those who have affinity with Ireland, can connect with each other and with Ireland. The network is a deeply valued partner of the Consulate here in Boston, and I look forward to our continued fruitful cooperation.
Le gach dea-ghuí,
Laoise Moore, Consul General of Ireland.
