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May 20, 2025

IFS Skillnet Launch Event: Learning and Development Preferences in The International Financial Services Sector

IFS Skillnet Launch Event: Learning and Development Preferences in The International Financial Services Sector

When

May 20, 2025    
10:30 am - 1:00 pm

Where

State Street Corporation
78 Sir John Rogerson’s Quay, Dublin 2, Dublin

IFS Skillnet is pleased to invite you to the launch of our latest report —  Learning and Development Preferences in The IFS Sector – on Tuesday, 20th May 2025 at 10:30am – 1:00pm.

This comprehensive report draws on insights from over 300 professionals across the industry and provides key recommendations to help shape how training and professional development are delivered in today’s evolving workplace. This launch event offers an excellent opportunity to explore the findings, hear expert perspectives, and connect with peers across the sector.

Event Highlights

  • Keynote address by Marian Harkin TD, Minister of State with responsibility for Further and Higher Education, Research, Innovation
  • Report overview and insights from Michael McLoughlin, Chief Executive, Amárach Research
  • Panel discussion with senior leaders from State Street, Accenture and Amárach Research
  • Networking opportunities with industry professionals

Agenda
Time Session Speaker(s)

10:30am-  Registration, tea/coffee & networking

11:00am– Welcome  – Donna Noonan, Network Manager (IFS Skillnet), Terri Dempsey, CEO & Country Head (State Street)

11:05am- Opening Address – Skillnet Ireland Representative (TBC)

11:10am-  Keynote Address – Marian Harkin TD, Minister of State with responsibility for Further and Higher Education, Research, Innovation

11:30am-  Report Overview – Michael McLoughlin, Chief Executive (Amárach Research)

11:50am-  Q&A on the Report

11:55am-  Panel Discussion & Q&A

Moderator:  Donna Noonan, Network Manager (IFS Skillnet)
Panellists: Alex Fisher, Head of Global Learning (State Street), Michael McLoughlin, Chief Executive (Amárach Research), Audrey O’Mahony, Managing Director (Accenture)

12:25am–  Closing Remarks – Financial Services Ireland

12:30pm-  Event closes, Lunch and networking

Register to Attend
To confirm your attendance, please complete the short registration form by COB on 12 May 2025:
Register Here

We look forward to welcoming you on this day.

For further information kindly contact- info@ifsskillnet.ie

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