1 Week to Go - Green. Digital. Now. Countdown Begins for Dargan Forum with Adam Dorr and National Leaders
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The countdown is on! In just one week, Dun Laoghaire will become the epicentre of conversation and collaboration around Ireland’s twin transition – digital and green – as the Dargan Forum 2025 opens its doors on 2nd and 3rd July.
From cutting-edge ideas and expert panels to regional showcases and parallel sessions, the Dargan Forum is a unique opportunity to engage with Ireland’s business, policy and innovation leaders across multiple venues. Here's what to watch out for:
Headline Speaker: Adam Dorr – The Future is Coming Fast
We're proud to welcome Dr. Adam Dorr, Director of Research at RethinkX, as our headline speaker on 3rd July (9am–1pm) at County Hall. Adam is a futurist whose work explores the exponential transformation of our global systems – from energy to transportation, food to materials.
In his recent appearance on the ThinkBusiness podcast, Adam explained how Ireland stands on the brink of a profound economic transformation driven by exponential technologies. He believes these changes will unfold rapidly – “within the next 15 years” – and will redefine how economies are structured and how value is created.
He also challenged Ireland’s policymakers and business leaders to seize the moment: “The opportunity is massive. The greatest threat to any country is clinging to the status quo.” Expect an energising keynote that sets the tone for a forward-facing and fearless forum.
Parallel Sessions – July 3rd, 2:00pm, County Hall
🌍 Enterprise Nation Parallel Session
Digital Meets Local – Empowering Small Retailers in a Connected World
MC: Joanne Mangan (Enterprise Nation)
Panelists:
Stephen Hallahan (Tap Retail)
John Moore (DLR LEO Consultant)
Paul Mortby (Head of EMEA Policy, Square)
Jean McCabe (CEO of Retail Excellence Ireland)
💚 .ie Parallel Session
Putting People at the Heart of the Green and Digital Transition
MC: Seán Tobin (.ie)
Panelists:
Stuart Nelson (Jigsaw Better Business)
Stephen Lyons (Skillnet Ireland)
Caroline Custy (Local Enterprise Office)
🏘 Connected Hubs Parallel Session
The National Hub Network Empowering Ireland’s Green & Digital Transition at the Grassroots Level
MC: Stephen Carolan (Connected Hubs)
Panelists:
Kenneth Deery (Galway County Council)
Dora MacElwain (Enterprising Monaghan)
Clare McEnroe (TUS Midlands Midwest)
Paul Murphy (Connect)
🔋 RWE / Smart Dún Laoghaire Parallel Session
Data-Driven Decision Making for a Sustainable Future
MC: Ronan Herron (DLR County Council)
Panelists:
Philip Doyle (Reverve Energy)
Ciarán Browne (Irish Rail)
Stephen Lanthier (RWE)
Why Choose Mayo & Why Choose Donegal
New Location: Mariner Room, Second Floor, Royal Marine Hotel – 2nd July, 7:30pm
Please note: the venue for these fringe events has changed. They will now take place at the Royal Marine Hotel, not the Eblana Club as previously advertised.
Hosted together in an evening celebrating the unique enterprise ecosystems in both counties, this event promises insight, storytelling and connection.
MC: Seán Tobin (.ie)
Panelists:
Nicola Kennedy (Mayo LEO)
Stephen Carolan (Connected Hubs)
Kevin Sexton (Alpha Innovation)
Anne Marie McLaughlin (inishowen innovation)
Terence O’Donnell (Auxilion)
Philip Doyle (Reverve Energy)
Join Us in Dun Laoghaire
With just one week to go, now is the time to finalise your plans and secure your spot at Dargan Forum 2025. Whether you’re an entrepreneur, policymaker, innovator, or changemaker, there’s a session – and a conversation – waiting for you in Dun Laoghaire.
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