The Ireland Canada Connection

Chris Collenette reflects on his term as Chair of the ICBA, his time in Ireland, and becoming Irish citizen

November 27, 2023 The Ireland Canada Business Association
The Ireland Canada Connection
Chris Collenette reflects on his term as Chair of the ICBA, his time in Ireland, and becoming Irish citizen
Show Notes

Born and raised in Canada, Chris Collenette moved to Ireland almost twenty years ago and has recently officially become an Irish citizen. Chris spent four years as Chairperson of the Ireland Canada Business Association and in this episode of The Ireland Canada Connection he talks about his time in the role, fostering the Ireland Canada relationship and helping to grow the organisation’s membership and influence.

Chris also talks about what led him to move to Ireland, how he adjusted to life in a new country, personally and professionally, and the similarities and differences between his home country and his adopted one from a societal and political perspective.

Produced and presented by Patrick Haughey of AudioBrand