Tech Industry Alliance recently announced the appointment of new board members and two new regional leaders to strengthen its presence and support continued growth across the South-West. Gerry Murphy, former Chair of Tech Industry Alliance, has been appointed as Cluster Director for Cork, while Shane O’Connor has been appointed as Cluster Manager for Kerry.
The organisation has also welcomed a number of new board members who bring extensive industry expertise and fresh perspectives from across the technology and business sectors. Their appointments further strengthen the organisation’s leadership and reinforce its commitment to supporting innovation, collaboration, and sustainable growth throughout the region. These appointments reflect the organisation’s ongoing commitment to deepening member engagement and expanding its network across key regional hubs.
As Cluster Director for Cork, Gerry Murphy will lead efforts to enhance connectivity among members, foster collaboration, and support the growth of the technology ecosystem in the region. With his extensive experience and prior leadership as Chair, Murphy brings deep insight into the organisation’s mission and a strong track record of industry engagement.
Shane O’Connor, as Cluster Manager for Kerry, will focus on building and strengthening relationships with local members, supporting innovation, and driving increased participation in Tech Industry Alliance initiatives throughout the county.
Matthew Camilleri, Chair of Tech Industry Alliance, welcomed the appointments: “We are delighted to have Gerry and Shane take on these important regional roles, while also welcoming our new board members to the organisation. Together they bring exceptional experience, energy, and commitment to our community. Their leadership will be instrumental in strengthening member engagement and accelerating the growth of Tech Industry Alliance across Cork and Kerry.”
Juliette Crowley, COO of Tech Industry Alliance, added: “Our regional clusters are vital to our mission of supporting a thriving, connected tech ecosystem across Ireland. Gerry and Shane will play a key role in ensuring our members feel supported, engaged, and empowered, while our new board members will help guide the strategic direction of the organisation as we continue to expand our reach and impact in the South-West.”
Gerry Murphy, Cluster Director for Cork, said: “I’m thrilled to take on this new role at a time of such opportunity for the region. Cork has a vibrant and growing tech community, and I look forward to working closely with our members to strengthen connections, support innovation, and help the organisation continue to grow.”
Shane O’Connor, Cluster Manager for Kerry, commented: “Kerry has enormous potential as a hub for technology and innovation. I’m excited to work with Tech Industry Alliance members to build a strong, collaborative network that supports both established companies and emerging talent across the region.”
Both leaders will be responsible for driving member engagement, facilitating collaboration, and supporting the continued expansion of Tech Industry Alliance’s presence and activities across Cork and Kerry.
Tech Industry Alliance’s recent TechFest 2026 held on Thursday, 21st May at the Rochestown Park Hotel was a huge success with chairperson Matthew Camileri calling members to not just attend but to engage and to not just think opportunistically but to contribute. He emphasised that together we can build a more resilient, innovative, and competitive region for our companies, for the younger generations, and for our communities.
Tech Industry Alliance Board Members 2026 – 2027
Tech Industry Alliance is also pleased to confirm the following members of its Board, including both newly appointed and continuing representatives from across industry, academia, enterprise, and regional development:
- Matthew Camilleri (Castille)
- Donagh Kiernan (National Software Centre)
- Sean Ryan (Aspen Grove)
- Brian Holohan (Quest Software)
- George O’Mahony (MTU)
- Mary O’Donoghue (Park Place Technologies)
- Catherine Evans (Fexco)
- Ogie Sheehy (ViClarity)
- Hilda McCormack (Carbery Group)
- Louise Hartnett (rConfig)
- Con O’Sullivan (Kerry ETB)
- Ricky Kelly (Cork Chamber)
- Jacqueline Hunt (Cork County Council)
- Fergal Brosnan (RDI Hub)
- Seamus O’Connell (Astellas)
- John Manley (TrendAI)
- Paul Walsh (Accenture)
- James Nolan (Kerry County Council)
- Fionnuala Wall (AxisBIC)
- Dirk Pesch (UCC)
The Board continues to play a vital role in guiding the strategic direction of Tech Industry Alliance and supporting the growth of a strong, connected, and innovative technology ecosystem across the South-West.
Thank you for your continued support and engagement with Tech Industry Alliance. We look forward to working together to build a stronger, more connected technology community across Cork, Kerry, and the wider South-West region.