Who
We Are

Championing business growth and investment, Limerick Chamber is dedicated to fostering a thriving Limerick and Mid-West. We are a catalyst in the promotion and progression of the city and region. We support the economic and social development of Limerick through our work with other stakeholders and businesses, our proactive approach to policy development, and our lobbying to impact decisions that benefit the region.

Specialising in SME, Retail and Hospitality and Corporate, Limerick Chamber has three separate business strands so we can better serve our members. We run a wide variety of innovative and inclusive business events and cutting-edge training courses, including a dynamic Regional Leaders programme.

Our Chamber Economist at Limerick Chamber is in-house so we are making a real impact by writing our own policies. We are also recognised for our very strong corporate reputation and active media presence.

Our Vision

Our vision is to be the leading business representative organisation for a vibrant City and region with global ambition, recognised as the proactive and collaborative driver of economic growth.

Our Team

DEE RYAN

  • Chief Executive Officer

A vocal advocate for regional economic development, Dee Ryan joined Limerick Chamber as Chief Executive Officer in August 2018. She has over 15 years’ experience in communications having previously established and run an award-winning Limerick based SME, SPARK Marketing. In her communications/consulting work, she has delivered public sector, non-profit and commercial campaigns for regional and national clients.

Dee was a member of the Implementation Advisory Group for a Directly Elected Mayor, tasked with preparing a report for Government in 2020 with recommendations for the Local Government reform in Limerick.

In 2022 she was appointed to the Governments’ Shannon Estuary Economic Taskforce, delivering recommendations on opportunities in Floating Offshore Wind, onshore renewable energy, tourism, transport and logistics for the Mid–West region.

She is a Board member of The Limetree/Belltable Theatre, the Shannon Regional Conference Bureau, a Trustee of the Limerick Milk Market and previously served as a Board Member of Limerick MABS (Money Advice & Budgeting Service).

She is an active member of the Limerick Economic Forum, the Home & Social Development SPC and the Climate Action, Biodiversity & Environment SPC ‘s in Limerick City & County Council representing the views of the regional business community.

Dee is an honours degree graduate in Business Studies from the University of Limerick and has a Post Graduate Diploma in Digital Marketing from the Digital Marketing Institute. She also holds a certificate in Business, International Relations and the Political Economy and a certificate in Managerial Finance from the London School of Economics and Political Science.

SEÁN GOLDEN

  • Chief Economist / Director of Policy

Seán Golden joined the Chamber team in 2022. Prior to taking up his position at the chamber, Seán worked as the Economist with the Land Development Agency (LDA), leading their policy and economic research function as well as leading Project Tosaigh, the LDA’s homebuilding partnership. He also previously held the position of Senior Economist with EY, where he provided economic consultancy services to a range of organisations across the public and private sector. Prior to joining EY, he worked with the Department of Public Expenditure and Reform / Irish Government Economic and Evaluation Service (IGEES) as an Economist and also spent several years in retail banking with Bank of Ireland.

Seán holds an MSc in Economic Analysis from the University of Limerick where he graduated top of his class and received the Northern Trust Outstanding Scholar Award. He also holds a BBS in Economic and Finance from the University of Limerick. Seán is also active in the voluntary sector in Limerick having worked with the European Expo 2020, Lean on Me and MyMind.

He currently chairs the Chambers Ireland Urbanisation taskforce.

CAOIMHE MOLONEY

  • Event and Communications Manager

Caoimhe Moloney has been the Events Manager for Limerick Chamber since April 2016. Caoimhe has vast experience in the events field including the J.P. McManus VIP Gala, Thomond Park and Student Summit, as well as numerous local and regional events and awards nights. She has also gained extensive experience in a global training company. Caoimhe holds a B.A. Degree in Business Studies with Event Management (Hons) from Limerick Institute of Technology. She is passionate about developing more streamlined and interactive events that are focused on maximising the results being delivered to event attendees. Caoimhe has a keen interest in Leadership and Marketing and has completed a Diploma in Leading and Managing people as well as a QQI Certification in Digital Marketing.

MICHAEL MacCURTAIN

  • Skillnet Manager

Michael MacCurtain is the Skillnet Network Manager at Limerick Chamber and Limerick Chamber Skillnet. In the role since December 2021, he oversees the design, delivery, and evaluation of training and development programmes for businesses and employees in the Mid-West region.

Michael is passionate about helping businesses and individuals to enhance their performance, productivity, and potential through customised and innovative learning solutions. He is also committed to building and maintaining strong relationships with stakeholders, partners, and clients, and to collaborating with other Skillnet networks and organisations to deliver high-quality and impactful training and development initiatives.

Michael sits on the following boards and committees:

  • Chambers Ireland Skills & Talent Taskforce
  • Mid-West Regional Skills Forum
  • Learning Limerick Steering Group
  • Explore Engineering Industry Cluster Group
  • Digital Mid-West Industry Cluster Group

Michael has a Graduate Diploma in Digital Marketing & Analytics, a H. Dip in Digital Marketing, a BSC in Business and is a Qualified Financial Advisor.

SIAN MURRAY

  • Skillnet Administrator

Sian joined Limerick Chamber and Skillnet Network in February 2022. She has extensive experience in office administration, client relations and marketing across the Business Formation, Tourism, Services and Distribution sectors. Sian holds a BA Degree in Languages and Cultural Studies and a Masters in Community Music, both from University of Limerick. She also holds qualifications and experience in Language education and loves opportunities to use and improve her Irish and Portuguese . Sian is enthusiastic about the opportunity her role provides to assist in enhancing the work and training landscape of an increasingly vibrant Limerick and Mid-West region .

MARGARET CORBETT

  • Certificates of Origin Administrator

Margaret Corbett commenced work with the Limerick Chamber of Commerce in April 2011 and is a member of the Certificates of Origin team. Margaret began her career with De Beers in Shannon. Prior to this, she was mainly involved in clerical administration work in a variety of organisations. Margaret has previously held administrative and customer-facing positions at Limerick College of Further Education.

DERMOT GRAHAM

  • Membership Executive

Dermot Graham joined Limerick Chamber in April 2021 working with the Team in the areas of new Members Magazine, Limerick Chamber Connect, Membership and Skillnets. He is a former Chamber Board Member . Prior to joining the Chamber Team, Dermot worked with AIB Bank for over 40 years in counties Cork , Waterford , Tipperary and Limerick in both Branch and Business Banking . He was the former Head of AIB Business Banking in both Waterford/ Tipperary and Limerick/ Clare regions before retiring in May 2019.

MARY EGAN

  • PA and Administrator

Mary Egan has worked as PA to Dee Ryan and Limerick Administrator for Certificates of Origin and Chamber since 2014. Mary began her career with Dunnes Stores in the role of office administrator. She has previously held customer-facing positions with Croom Enterprise Centre and Barnardos. Prior to this, she was with First Active as Lead Customer Service Advisor. Mary is currently pursuing a Diploma in Human Resource Management with IBEC.

Antoinette Keating

ANTOINETTE KEATING

  • Financial Executive

Antoinette Keating joined Limerick Chamber and Limerick Chamber Skillnet in September 2017 as Financial Manager. Antoinette has a certified ACCA degree in Financial Accounting and has extensive experience in all financial matters, From Banking, Monthly Reporting, Quarterly Accounts, Debtors, Creditors, Monthly Reporting for Executive & Board of Director meetings, Payroll and Office Administration. Antoinette also works with the team in the areas of Membership Communications and Skillnet activities. Prior to joining Limerick Chamber, Antoinette worked as a financial manager with numerous local SMEs.

Our Mission

The mission of Limerick Chamber is to create a member-centric approach to our services so we can help optimise our members’ business success. We wholeheartedly support the men and women who own, run, work and manage the businesses that, having started out as a single idea, drive and shape our local economy. Through innovation and forward-thinking we are committed to raising awareness on how we can help each individual business grow. Passionate about Limerick’s past and future, we strive to build a community of the most beneficial and leading-edge business networks in the city and region.

Join Us!

Become a member of Limerick Chamber now so you can build the right business relationships, attend 100+ inspiring networking and training events, keep informed, and have your say in the issues that impact your business in Limerick city and region today.

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