carlow chamber
Our People
Board of Directors
Our Board of Directors is responsible for the strategic direction of the organisation. It is made up of 18 local businesspeople who voluntarily give their time, expertise and insight to the development of the Chamber.
Our AGM takes place every June – when new members can be elected to the board.
If you are interested in finding out more about joining our Board contact Nicola on 059 913 2337 or email ceo@carlowchamber.com
Meet Our 2026 / 2027 Board:
Norah Ryan
President
Barrow
Paddy Carroll
Vice President Elect
Carroll Estimating Ltd
Michael Quinn
Vice President
Robert Quinn Ltd
Colin Duggan
Secretary
Woodford Dolmen Hotel
Shane Keneally
Treasurer
SFS - Slaney Financial Solutions
Aoife Byrne
Seamus Byrne Electrical Ltd (SBE)
Eoin Kehoe
Kehoe Auctioneers
Noel Doyle
Equinox Educational Services
Daniel McCarthy
Talbot Hotel Carlow
Gemma Purcell
South East Technological University
Patrick Byrne
Burnside Eurocyl Ltd
David Clerkin
MSD
Laura Mullin
Doyles royal Oak / The Old Post Office Cafe
Chamber Team
We have a small but productive team who manage the day-to-day operations of the chamber, occasionally assisted by contractors and interns from SETU.
Nicola Doran
CEO
Nicola is responsible for the Operational activities of the Chamber, working closely with the President and the Board of Directors in developing the overall strategic plan and in managing its implementation and delivery.
With a background in communications, strategic planning and market development, Nicola is a passionate advocate for County Carlow. She is driven by her belief in Carlow’s potential for further economic growth and development.
Lisa McCann
Administration & Client Liaison Manager
Lisa supports the CEO in the delivery of the strategic aims of the organisation. Her role includes client liaison and support, database management, social media and marketing, event co-ordination, accounting and IT support.
Our Stakeholders
We work collaboratively with a broad range or stakeholders for the economic development, growth and benefit of Carlow. These include:
- IDA / EI/ Failte Ireland/ Waterways Ireland and other national bodies
- Carlow County Council, and in particular the Local Enterprise Office
- Elected officials – local, national and European
- Key local organisations including Carlow Kilkenny Skillnet, Kilkenny Carlow ETB, SETU, Carlow Tourism, Carlow County Museum, Carlow County Library
- The South East Chambers Forum, the Forum of Chamber CEO’s, Chambers Ireland, Euro Chambre and the International Chamber of Commerce
Charity Partners
This year our Charity Partners are St Clare’s Hospitality Kitchen
Each year we work closely with one charity partner – supporting and promoting them in any way that we can.
St Clare’s Hospitality Kitchen supports those in need in our community – serving free, hot meals 5 days a week, without judgement in a welcoming and warm atmosphere. This support, coupled with their food parcels, is life-changing for those that use the service. It is only possible thanks to their amazing volunteers, and to the local businesses and individuals who kindly provide donations to keep the doors open.
If you can spare anything —funds, food or even some of your time — your support would go a long way in helping them continue this simple but vital work.
Let’s help them continue to make an impact in our community. €3 will provide someone with a hot meal – so please donate what you can.
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