Sharon Walsh
Senior Vice President, Technology, Fidelity Investments
Ireland’s Western Region
The West of Ireland has firmly established itself as a dynamic and ambitious region where business, talent, and community thrive together. Galway continues to strengthen its position as a hub for innovation, collaboration, and high value growth. With a long-standing reputation in technology and a deep culture of problem solving, the region has become a natural home for companies seeking both specialised expertise and a supportive environment in which to scale.
A defining strength of Ireland’s West is the depth of its talent pipelines. Leading education institutions, regional research centres, and industry networks partner closely with employers to anticipate emerging skills and design programmes that address them. This collaboration cultivates a future ready workforce increasingly aligned with the disciplines shaping the next decade of digital, scientific, and technological advancement. It is a model that consistently delivers the specialised, adaptive talent that global companies require.
Quality of life is equally compelling. The West offers a distinctive blend of urban energy and natural beauty, enriched by the Wild Atlantic Way, cultural landmarks, festivals, and a vibrant sporting community. This balance makes the region a place where people choose to build long-term careers and lives. At Fidelity Ireland, we see this reflected in the engagement and retention of our Galway teams, who benefit from the close knit community while contributing to work at global scale.
Connectivity further accelerates the region’s competitiveness. Proximity to Shannon Airport, expanding road and transport links, and continual infrastructure investment ensure strong access to national and international markets. Combined with a growing technology ecosystem and thriving local communities, the West offers a sustainable pipeline of opportunity and innovation.
The West of Ireland is where innovation, collaboration, and quality of life converge. For US companies seeking a location that drives growth, attracts top talent, and provides a vibrant business and technology ecosystem, Galway and the wider Western region present an outstanding opportunity.
