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Tip O’Neill Irish Diaspora Awards 2024 08.07.24

THIS year’s recipients of the Tip O’Neill Irish Diaspora Awards were announced on Thursday (4th July 2024) at a special event hosted by Donegal County Council in the Inishowen Innovation Hub, Buncrana.
Caroleann Gallagher, Billy Higgins and David McCourt
Arranmore Island native Caroleann Gallagher, US based Billy Higgins and investor and entrepreneur David McCourt have been named as the 2024 recipients of this prestigious award which recognises those who have excelled in their chosen field whilst honouring their contribution to Ireland and its Diaspora.

Caroleann Gallagher who grew up on Arranmore Island and is now based in Chicago, has excelled in her career in law. Billy Higgins was born and raised in South Boston and is a businessman and community leader. David McCourt is the founder and Chairman of Granahan McCourt Capital and the Chairman of National Broadband Ireland.

Chairman of the Tip O’Neill Irish Diaspora Award Committee Nicholas Crossan said: “I am very proud to be announcing the awardees for the prestigious Tip O’Neill Irish Diaspora Award. We in Donegal continue to see the benefits of this fantastic initiative as we continue to build and develop the strong links with our Diaspora throughout the world.”

The Tip O’Neill Irish Diaspora Awards ceremony will take place on Friday, 27th September, at the Inishowen Gateway Hotel in Buncrana. Tickets for the awards ceremony are available for sale now at: www.eventbrite.ie .
 
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