In this episode of Business Beyond Borders, host Brian Conroy and moderator Tony Berlin speak with John Lee, co-host of the Irish Stew Podcast and former president of the Irish Business Organization of New York. They explore how diaspora networks support foreign direct investment, why storytelling matters in international business, and how trusted relationships help companies navigate new markets. The conversation highlights the growing two-way investment relationship between Ireland and the United States and the importance of building ecosystems that foster long-term collaboration.

In this episode of Business Beyond Borders, hosts Brian Conroy and Tony Berlin sit down with Toby McCoy, Principal at Studio VC, to discuss the 2026 annual meeting of the World Economic Forum in Davos. They explore the evolving transatlantic economic relationship, the growing role of AI as infrastructure, and the impact of political fragmentation, regulatory differences, and global liquidity on investment. Toby shares practical insights for U.S. and European companies navigating cross-border growth, highlighting the importance of dialogue, disciplined execution, and strategic alignment in today’s complex global markets.

In the second episode of Business Beyond Borders, host Brian Conroy sits down with Sean Fenske, Editor-in-Chief of Medical Product Outsourcing and Orthopedic Design & Technology, to dive into the evolving landscape of the MedTech industry. They discuss the latest advancements driving innovation, the impact of AI and automation, and the challenges posed by global supply chain disruptions and policy uncertainty from the new U.S. administration.

Sean also shares insights from his recent visit to Ireland, highlighting its thriving MedTech ecosystem and strong academic-industry collaboration. The conversation covers how U.S. companies are navigating globalization, potential policy shifts, and the industry's long-term outlook.

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Join host Brian Conroy with guest Wes Coulam, Washington Council Ernst & Young LLP Managing Director on this episode as they delve into the future of Foreign Direct Investment (FDI) trends for 2025. In light of the recent presidential election, this episode provides an analysis of how the newly elected administration's corporate tax rate policies will shape the global business landscape and influence FDI trends.