In 2025, the convention returns to Dublin, spotlighting how innovation can unlock sustainable solutions across key sectors—including technology, healthcare, education & finance. Attendees will engage with the ideas, people, and partnerships driving real-world impact through high-level dialogue, collaboration, and knowledge exchange.
Impact Ireland Convention 2025
8-9 Oct 2025 | Dublin, Ireland
The Impact Ireland Convention
The Impact Ireland Convention is Ireland’s leading event dedicated to sustainability, innovation, and impact investing. Hosted annually by Venturewave, the convention convenes a global network of leaders, visionaries, and changemakers to shape a more equitable and sustainable world.
A Legacy of Leadership & Impact
Since its inception, the Impact Ireland Convention has become Ireland’s leading platform for sustainability, innovation, and inclusive economic growth. It brings together global leaders and local changemakers to spark transformative conversations and forge cross-sector partnerships that deliver real-world results.
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From catalysing climate action and social innovation to shaping investment priorities and influencing national policy, the convention continues to drive measurable impact across Ireland—while linking Ireland’s progress to the global sustainability agenda.
Held in Dublin on 4 October 2024, last year’s convention featured globally renowned leaders from the worlds of climate action, finance, and entrepreneurship.
John Kerry
Former U.S. Secretary of State, Global Climate Leader
Mary McAleese
Former President of Ireland (1997 - 2011)
The Edge
U2, Chair of Endeavor Ireland
Paul M. Donofrio
Vice Chair, Bank of America
Anne Finucane
Senior Advisor, TPG Rise Climate Fund and Chair, Rubicon Carbon
Anne Heraty
Founder CPL, Chair, EY Entrepreneur of the Year
Impact Ireland Awards
Each year, Venturewave Capital honours an individual whose lifetime work has greatly advanced sustainability, social impact and economic progress in Ireland and beyond.