Write a commentNewry Chamber of Commerce and Trade is delighted to announce that it will be hosting an historic Business Brunch with Mr Declan Kelly, US Economic Envoy to Northern Ireland on the 19 May 2010 in the Canal Court Hotel.
This Newry Chamber event will present Mr Kelly with his first opportunity to publically address the Newry business community since he was appointed to office by Secretary of State Hilary Clinton.
Speaking on behalf of Newry Chamber, Ms Orla Jackson, Chief Executive stated, ‘we in the Chamber are delighted to be hosting this prestigious business networking event for our members and the wider business community. Declan Kelly is one of the most influential business leaders of our time. Pushing forward the Northern Ireland economic agenda, Mr Kelly has exceptional levels of access to the corridors of power in the White House’.
‘Newry has a very strong bond with the United States and Mr Kelly’s visit to this region will further strengthen this relationship. This business networking event is a must for local exporters, potential investors and business leaders who are keen to develop US business opportunities and relations’.
This event has been very generously sponsored by MJM Group. Speaking on behalf of MJM, Mr Brian McConville, Chairman stated, ‘we are very proud to sponsor this important and high profile Newry Chamber event. MJM has recently opened new manufacturing premises at Carnbane Industrial Estate, servicing amongst others, our US market. The United States represents one of our key export markets and I look forward to welcoming Mr Kelly and his colleagues from the US Consulate to Newry on the 19 May’.
To reserve places at this historic event, please contact Newry Chamber office, tel: 028 3025 0303 or email: info@newrychamber.com. Tickets cost £15 for Newry Chamber members and £20 non members. An extensive brunch banquet will be served. Demand is expected to be high so book early to avoid disappointment.
