In addition to regular monthly meetings, the IBO has numerous special networking and social events during the course of the year. The monthly meetings include the main membership meeting, the NYC Networking breakfast and the Northern NJ Networking dinner.

In addition to its regular Networking meetings, the The IBO also sponsors other events and intiatives (see below). Other events, including social gatherings, held throughout the year include: The IBO Gala Ball, The annual Golf Outing, Dinner Cruises, Summer Networking Party, and more! Other IBO Initiatives include: IBO Membership Directory, IBO Referral Service, Awards, Tradeshows, and Workshops. For upcoming events, check out the current Calendar.

Monthly Meetings

IBO Monthly General Meeting
Date: Second Wednesday of each month
Time: 6:30 pm
Location Announced Each Month

The main meeting provides a forum for members and guests to listen to interesting speakers and to voice their opinions on a diverse range of business related topics in a friendly atmosphere. Each monthly meeting features a guest speaker and is followed by an informal networking session. Admission is free of charge for members. Non-members may attend one meeting as a guest before joining the organization.

IBO Business Networking Sessions
These sessions provide an opportunity for members to introduce themselves and their product or service in a unique personal setting. The meetings run for one hour and feature a speaker of interest to the members.

New York Networking Breakfast
Date: Generally, the third Tuesday of each month, except August and December. Occasionally, the date will be changed to avoid holiday conflicts -- check the IBO Calendar to confirm.
Venue: Fitzpatrick's Grand Central Hotel
141 East 44th St., (between Lexington & Third Ave.)
Time: 8:00am
Cost: $20 including Traditional Irish Breakfast.

Other IBO Initiatives

Membership Directory
This periodic publication is an important resource which facilitates communication and networking amongst members.

IBO Referral Service
This is a valuable method for extending the reach of our member businesses. Open to the business community at large, it facilitates the flow of information and business contacts beyond the membership.

The Irish Business Organization Gala Ball
This social event has been attended by more than 300 Irish and Irish-American business leaders in the NYC area.

Awards
The Irish Business Person of the Year Award, our highest honor, is presented annually at the Gala Ball. The Arthur F. Clements Awards honor outstanding members of the organization and are presented at the Gala Ball. The IBO also recognizes outstanding entrepreneurs with The IBO Entrepreneur of The Year Award.

The IBO Celtic Spirit Award is presented annually to an individ-ual who exemplifies the business and social ingenuity, generosity and tenacity that has made the Celtic race so enigmatic."

The IBO Social Calendar
The IBO Social Calendar includes such events as the IBO Golf Outing, Night at the Races, Summer Picnic, Cruise on the Hudson, Christmas Party, Debates, Theatre Night and more.

IBO Workshops
The IBO periodically helps to organize or facilitate seminars of interest to our members such as Public Speaking, Financial Planning and more.