Irish Business Network Events
The inaugural IBN business series event brought together 120+ industry experts and professionals to explore Saudi Arabia's rapidly evolving aviation sector. Tickets bought at the door.
Join the IBN community as we celebrate International Women's Day, recognising the achievements and contributions of women in the Irish-Saudi business community.
Date: 24/04/2026
Date: 12/02/2026
Venue: Embassy of Ireland, Diplomatic Quarter, Riyadh
Venue: Embassy of Ireland, Diplomatic Quarter, Riyadh
Guest speakers included:
TBC
Guest speakers included:
Cassidy Lyon, Market Intelligence, EMIR Intelligence
Moataz Al Sagri, Managing Director, AviLease
George Davies, Chief Sustainability Officer, King Salman International Airport
Ian Bradley, Vice President of Corporate Communications, Riyadh Air
Brian Drain, Managing Partner, daa International Jeddah
Irish Ceramics Artist & Designer Dr Michael Rice
Michael Rice is an Irish Artist, Designer, Maker and Educator who specializes in ceramics; his work is concerned with surface, texture, natural geometry, gestalt principles and archetypal forms.
Michael has a Degree in Fine Craft Design, a Postgraduate Certificate in Education (Art and Design), and a master’s degree in Multi-Disciplinary Design, all from the University of Ulster. His work is exhibited internationally; As an Educator he has taught in Schools, Colleges, Universities and Art centers worldwide and has undertaken artist residencies in the UK, Pakistan, Sri Lanka, UAE and Indonesia.
Michael is a member of the International Academy of Ceramics based in Geneva and the IAC UNESCO representative for the UAE. As a writer has published articles in the UK based international magazine of Art and Craft ‘Ceramic Review’, and the Australian publication ‘Ceramics Art and Perception’.
He regularly receives invitations to speak about his work and has given presentations in leading Universities and institutions worldwide including the University of Ulster in the UK, Rhode island School of Design in the US and New York University in Abu Dhabi.
Michael is the Chair of the Visual Communication Department and an Associate Professor of Studio Art in the American University in Dubai.
National Day Event
The Irish national day event which is called St Patricks Day, is held around the world annually on March 17th. We will be marking this important day in Riyadh on Wednesday March 16th. More details to follow soon.
International Women Day 2022
Theme for this year’s event is gender equality.
Imagine a gender-equal world. A world free of bias, stereotypes, and discrimination. A world that's diverse, equitable, and inclusive. A world where difference is valued and celebrated. Together we can forge women's equality. Collectively we can all #BreakTheBias.
Celebrate women's achievements. Raise awareness against bias. Take action for equality.
Bord Bia Event
an business network event organise by Bord Bia. Event details to be shared soon.
Special Interest Industry Events
Business sector events in partnership with business leaders
Business Networking
Regular business networking events held for different business sectors. More details to be posted soon.
Annual Golf Event
Annual gala dinner and golf event for members and friends. More details to follow soon.