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Ivan Houlihan is Senior Vice President and Head of the Western United States for IDA Ireland, based in California. He leads IDA Ireland’s operations across the Western U.S. and Mexico, overseeing a team that partners with both existing and prospective clients in the Technology, Services, Financial Services, Life Sciences, and Engineering sectors. Ivan and his team advise companies on international expansion and investment into Ireland, supporting strategic decisions around European market access, innovation, regulatory alignment, and operational growth. With nearly two decades of experience across various leadership roles in IDA Ireland, Ivan brings deep expertise in foreign direct investment, economic development, and transatlantic business relations.
Ivan Houlihan
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Ireland's strategy has helped a small nation punch above its weight in a critical industry. If countries with much larger populations follow suit, we all stand to benefit from stronger cyber defenses and growing local economies.
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IDA Ireland
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IDA Ireland is the Irish government’s agency responsible for attracting and supporting foreign direct investment (FDI) into Ireland. It partners with global companies across sectors such as technology, life sciences, financial services, and advanced manufacturing, helping them to establish and grow operations in Ireland. With a strong value proposition based on talent, innovation, and EU market access, IDA Ireland provides strategic support including site selection, grants, and connections to Ireland’s research, education, and business ecosystems. The agency plays a key role in driving economic growth, regional development, and job creation across the country.