For this edition, we’ll be taking a pause from our usual speed networking format to make way for a more structured approach, creating plenty of space to listen, learn and engage with ideas around leadership, allyship, voice and visibility.

The evening will feature a moderated panel discussion with senior leaders from business and culture. Our panellists include:

• Rachel Hussey, Clients and Markets Partner at Arthur Cox, Pro-Chancellor of Trinity College Dublin and a long-standing advocate for gender equality in business and beyond. Rachel sits on a number of leadership and inclusion committees within her firm, has chaired the Irish Chapter of the International Women’s Forum, the 30% Club and represents women on national review groups focused on balance for better business, bringing meaningful insight into leadership, representation and professional culture.
• Myles Clarke, Managing Director at CBRE. Myles is a seasoned executive, experienced in running global businesses in banking, capital markets and real estate. Myles is also the Chair of Business to Arts - supporting creatives in Ireland through purposeful partnerships with the corporate sector.
• Mary Rose Burke, CEO, Dublin Chamber, speaks on behalf of Business in the Greater Dublin Region promoting a competitive and internationalised business environment and providing extensive networks for Business Development. The Chamber is a leader in the development of a strong vision for a successful and sustainable Dublin Region. Prior to joining the Dublin Chamber, Mary Rose held the position of Director of Corporate, Strategic and International Affairs for Ibec since 2013 having moved from the position of Director of Pharmacy at Boots Ireland which she held for 8 years.
• Davina Saint CDir, Independent Non-Executive Director, is a highly regarded Independent Non-Executive Director (INED) with board memberships at Stripe, NAMA, BlackRock, Northern Trust Fiduciary Services, and Nearwater Capital. She also serves on the board of the Dublin IFSC Inner City trust and of Irish National Opera.

We’ll also be joined by Netia Jones, Director of Irish National Opera’s upcoming production of Rusalka, who will share her insights on women’s representation in the opera and the wider cultural landscape in a dedicated segment. The evening will be interspersed with live musical performances.

Designed for early-to-mid-career professionals across all sectors, this International Women’s Day edition of the Future Leaders Network offers a chance to engage with big ideas, hear from inspiring voices, and connect with others in a setting that feels thoughtful, welcoming and authentic.

This initiative is supported by Spencer Lennox.

Winner of the Business to Arts CBRE Creativity in the Workplace Award.