Michelle Gallagher was appointed CEO of Limerick Chamber in Late September 2024. Michelle brings a wealth of knowledge and is a dynamic and accomplished business leader with over 20 years of experience driving strategic growth, innovation, and global brand expansion in diverse sectors, including MedTech, Life Sciences, Consumer Electronics, and Aviation. Her expertise spans senior leadership roles in multinational corporations, start-ups, and SMEs, where she has consistently delivered results through strategic initiatives and digital transformation, expanding global brand presence across Ireland, the UK, EMEA, and international markets.
Her career began in the public sector, where she led a Senator’s constituency office, working closely with government departments, local & national media outlets and local government to achieve significant outcomes for Limerick constituents. This experience laid the foundation for her strong leadership and advocacy skills.
In the private sector, she has excelled as a sole trader, director, and company secretary of an indigenous Irish SME based in the region, further showcasing her versatility and leadership capabilities and her commitment to growing businesses in the region. Michelle’s career to date has included senior leadership positions in multinational corporations, commercial semi-state entities, startups, and SMEs, where she has consistently delivered results through effective resource management and innovative business strategies.
