What they call their work
What they do
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Professional Networking Events 3 activities
- Facilitates business networking and relationship-building among membersCreates vibrant professional networks across the tri-state area to support Irish and Irish American business leaders through structured events, member directories, and relationship development opportunities.
- Hosts regular networking events for Irish and Irish American business professionalsOrganizes and hosts over 25 annual events, including monthly breakfasts, evening networking events in Manhattan with featured speakers, seasonal gatherings (summer and holiday parties), and hybrid or Zoom-based meetings to enable local and global participation.
- Provides virtual and digital engagement for members and nonmembersHosts free virtual events via Zoom, conducts hybrid meetings with global networking capabilities, distributes follow-up communications, and supports remote participation through Facebook Live streaming and digital event coordination.
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Alumni Community Building 1 activity
- Builds professional knowledge-sharing networks among membersEstablished an information and education network for members to exchange professional insights and knowledge; co-founded Graduate Gateway in 2024 to connect Irish graduates with job opportunities in the NY tri-state area.
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Annual Cultural Parade Organization 1 activity
- Coordinates major annual cultural and community eventsPlans and executes signature events including the annual St. Patrick’s Day march and afterparty, participation in the New York City St. Patrick’s Day Parade, and seasonal celebrations such as the summer party and December holiday gathering.
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Organizational Newsletter Production and Distribution 1 activity
- Disseminates organizational and member-related informationDistributes a free newsletter, publishes community events and career news on the Member News page, and promotes content via email blasts and social media to inform members and subscribers about activities and opportunities.
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Nonprofit Organizational Management 1 activity
- Manages internal operations and member data systemsCoordinates organizational operations with elected officers, maintains a member database, archives documents in Google Drive, stores event photos in Dropbox, and supports website content and communication logistics.
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Corporate Sponsorship Programs 1 activity
- Plans sponsorship and partner development initiativesDeveloping a new sponsorship and partner program set to launch in 2025, including public recognition of sponsors and partners.
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Irish and Celtic Cultural Preservation 1 activity
- Supports collaborative partnerships with Irish-American organizationsEnables collaborations with groups such as the Emerald Isle Immigration Center, Irish Echo 40 Under 40, NYC St. Patrick's Day Parade Grand Marshal Reception, and United Irish Counties Association of New York through member dues and coordinated engagement.
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Professional Membership and Association Benefits 1 activity
- Supports professional integration of Irish J-1 visa holders in the New York tri-state areaOffers discounted membership and networking access to J-1 Graduate Visa holders from Ireland; maintains a directory of those seeking employment and enables direct messaging between active members and visa holders for job opportunities, supported by an advisory board member.
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Who they work with
- Bank of Ireland Partner — Co-hosts events with IBO at the Bank of Ireland NYC Hub.
- Bank of Ireland Partner — Provides event space at the Bank of Ireland NYC Hub for in-person gatherings.
- Digital Irish Partner — Co-founded Graduate Gateway, a joint initiative to support Irish graduates in the NY tri-state area.
- Emerald Isle Immigration Center Partner — Co-founded Graduate Gateway, a joint initiative to support Irish graduates in the NY tri-state area.
- Emerald Isle Immigration Center Partner — Collaborates with the IBO through member dues-supported initiatives
- Facebook Network — Active presence on Facebook platform for community outreach.
- IBO Partners Partner — Partners involved with IBO's events and initiatives.
- Instagram Network — Active presence on Instagram platform for visual engagement.
- Irish Echo 40 Under 40 Partner — Partnered with the IBO through member dues-supported collaborations
- LinkedIn Network — Active presence on LinkedIn platform for professional engagement.
- NYC St. Patrick's Day Parade Grand Marshal Reception Partner — Collaborates with the IBO on events supported by member dues
- Navigating New York Partner — Co-founded Graduate Gateway, a joint initiative to support Irish graduates in the NY tri-state area.
- New York City St. Patrick's Day Parade Partner — Participates annually in the New York City St. Patrick's Day Parade as part of its public engagement and cultural programming.
- Rian Immigrant Center Partner — Collaborates to provide employers with information about the J-1 visa program through shared resources.
- Sean O’Dowd Partner — Advisory board member supported in J-1 initiative coordination.
- Sponsors Partner — Sponsoring organizations supporting IBO events and programs.
- Twitter Network — Active presence on Twitter platform for real-time updates.
- United Irish Counties Association of New York Partner — Engages in IBO collaborations funded through member dues
- Women With Ambition Partner — Co-founded Graduate Gateway, a joint initiative to support Irish graduates in the NY tri-state area.
How they approach the work
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- Expanded Community Engagement Frameworkmethodology: community_expansionBy evolving from an industry-specific focus to a broader community model, the organization increases reach and inclusivity among Irish and Irish-American business professionals, because a wider cultural and geographic network strengthens collective advocacy and support.
- Member-Driven Professional Networkingmethodology: member-driven_networkingBy creating structured and inclusive networking opportunities grounded in cultural affinity, the organization advances business growth and professional development for Irish and Irish-American individuals, because shared identity and trusted professional environments increase engagement and opportunity-sharing.