Courageous Leaders: Frances Fitzgerald

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Courageous Leaders: Frances Fitzgerald
Apr 02, 2026 Season 1 Episode 5
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In this episode of Courageous Leaders, Ibec CEO Danny McCoy is joined by Frances Fitzgerald - former Tánaiste, Minister for Justice, and current member of the G7 Gender Equality Advisory Council.

Danny and Frances together discuss the strategic importance of protecting "Brand Ireland" as a beacon of inclusion in the face of rising divisive narratives and misinformation.

Frances shares her insights on the kind of leadership required to keep societies resilient and why business leaders must use their trusted position to steer the national conversation toward openness.


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