The Ireland Canada Chamber of Commerce, Toronto (ICCCTO), is your destination for business networking.
Board of Directors
President
Paul Hutchinson
Born in Toronto to parents from Dublin, Paul is the first Canadian‑born President of the Ireland Canada Chamber of Commerce Toronto.
Paul is a global telecommunications leader with 40 years of experience. His background includes seven years in Silicon Valley and extensive work leading international teams. He currently serves as the Board President of Speechlogix Canada.
Former President
Carmel Drumgoole
Originally from Co. Louth, Ireland. Carmel is the Manager of Alumni Relations and Engagement, at George Brown College.
Carmel brings extensive experience in stakeholder engagement, community building, and institutional partnerships. As President until February 2026, Carmel now continues to support the Chamber as an advisor to the Board.
Executive Director
Philip Geraghty
Originally from Limerick, Philip is an entrepreneur and Principal Consultant at Sarsfield Group, supporting growth across the technology and innovation sectors.
Philip oversees the Chamber’s day‑to‑day operations, driving strategic partnerships, member engagement, and key initiatives.
treasurer
Darragh Austin
Originally from Co. Westmeath, Ireland. Darragh is the Senior Manager - Accounting and Financial Reporting at Accelerant Canada.
Darragh brings strong financial expertise and governance oversight, supporting the Chamber’s financial management and long‑term sustainability.
Communications Liaison
Laura Finnegan
Originally from Co. Dublin. Laura is a Corporate Communications Professional currently specializing in executive and employee communications.
Laura leads marketing and social media for the Chamber, enhancing visibility, storytelling, and member engagement.
Invest N. Ireland Representative
Michael Barton
Originally from Co. Antrim, N. Ireland. Michael is the Regional Director Canada for Invest Northern Ireland - Americas.
Michael leads efforts to support Northern Irish companies expanding internationally, fostering trade, investment, and cross‑border collaboration.
EUCCAN REPRESENTATIVE
Cathy Murphy
Born in Canada to a family from Co. Laois, Cathy serves as Vice-President of EUCCAN (the EU Chamber of Commerce Canada) and Executive Director of the Irish Canadian Immigration Centre.
Cathy brings extensive experience in national and international relationship-building, scaling NGOs, and senior board leadership focused on strategy and organizational growth.
Ireland Canada Foundation & Irish Chamber Representative
Helen Downes
Originally from Shannon, Co. Clare. Helen is the Chief Executive of Shannon Chamber.
Helen brings deep expertise in strategic leadership, stakeholder engagement, and cross‑border collaboration, and also serves on the boards of the Canada Ireland Foundation and Mid‑West Simon Community.
Women, Leadership & Innovation Series
Edel Buggy
Originally from Co. Down, N. Ireland. Edel is the Lead Service Designer at the Government of Alberta.
Edel brings expertise in user‑centred design and innovation, leading the Chamber’s Women in Leadership & Innovation series and supporting initiatives focused on leadership, diversity, and forward‑thinking engagement.
Innovation events
Rinn Maximus
Originally from County Cavan, Ireland. Rinn is a Toronto‑based business development and communications professional with over 10 years of experience across emerging technologies, strategic partnerships, and international business development.