Invest NI's international staff will take a deep dive into the value proposition of FDI in the North West and hear from a panel of local stakeholders. The panel discussion will be chaired by Mark O'Connell, Founder and Executive Chairman of OCO Global, and will include representatives from Derry City and Strabane District Council, Londonderry Chamber of Commerce, Ulster University and North West Regional University .
Rosalind Young, investment manager at Derry City and Strabane District Council, said: We are a unique cross-border region known for its thriving business environment, ease of doing business, and access to great talent.
“Our vibrant digital and creative communities, advanced manufacturing and engineering, and professional and financial services sectors are rapidly expanding, with innovative start-ups and leading international brands poised to grow and prosper. We chose this area for this reason.
“It has been great to work with Invest NI and other stakeholders to make the most of this visit.”
Anna Doherty, Chief Executive of Londonderry Chambers, said: “The Derry-Londonderry region is well-positioned as an investment hub and our strategic environment provides a strong platform for investors looking to establish a strong foundation for their future operations. It was a great opportunity for Invest NI staff from around the world to receive an insightful tour of all that the North West region has to offer.”
During the visit, the international team will hear investor perspectives through a panel discussion of companies already investing in the region. Panel members include Aidan O'Kane, director of IT operations and services at Allstate, John Harkin, founder and CEO of Alchemy Technology Services, Jerry Kindlon, director of European government relations at Seagate; They include Robbie O'Brien, founder and chief evangelist of Seagate. Metacompliance.
