Maria Gleeson appointed as new Limerick Chamber President

Maria Gleeson appointed as new Limerick Chamber President. Outgoing President, Mairead Connolly pictured with with new President, Maria Gleeson

Limerick Chamber has announced Maria Gleeson, Chief Operating Officer of Soul Tribe, as its President for 2026

Limerick Chamber has appointed Maria Gleeson, Chief Operating Officer of Soul Tribe, as its President for 2026, succeeding outgoing President Mairead Connolly, Tax Partner at PwC.

Gleeson builds on the solid groundwork laid by her predecessors, bringing a wealth of senior leadership experience and a proven history of driving operational transformation and continuous improvement within complex, industry-leading organisations. Her expertise encompasses dynamic commercial settings, strategic negotiations, and executive leadership, empowering organisations to uncover opportunities and achieve sustainable growth through effective brand positioning and marketing communications.

Gleeson has served on the Board of Limerick Chamber since 2021 and most recently held the role of Vice-President. During this time, she has contributed to several Chamber sub-committees, including Policy, City Centre, and the Climate Action and Biodiversity SPC.

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Her appointment comes at an important time for the organisation as it continues to represent and support its 400-strong membership base, which includes businesses of all sizes across the Mid-West region. In her new role, Gleeson will focus on strengthening Limerick’s position as a competitive and attractive location for investment, supporting member businesses, and advocating for policies that support sustainable regional growth.

Commenting on her appointment, Gleeson said, “Limerick Chamber provides a powerful platform where businesses collaborate, innovate and support one another while working collectively to shape policies that enable long-term regional prosperity; and it is a privilege to take on the role of President. I am committed to building on the established legacy passed on from Mairead and our predecessors, and driving my vision as President, where Limerick Chamber will continue to be a powerful advocate, calling for action to leverage the assets in the region as a catalyst for growth.

“Together with our members, we will continue to champion policies that drive growth, support enterprise and strengthen Limerick’s position as a key engine of regional and national economic development.”

Donnacha Hurley, who was last month appointed as Limerick Chamber’s new CEO, welcomed the appointment, saying, “The role of President is voluntary and demands dedication, leadership, and a deep commitment to the business community. Maria has already made a significant impact through her work on the Board and as Vice-President, and we are delighted to welcome her as President. With the support of our team, Board, and members, we look forward to working closely with her in the year ahead to advocate for business and strengthen a vibrant, connected, and ambitious regional business community.”

Limerick Chamber remains committed to its mission of advocating for businesses and supporting a strong economic environment through policy leadership, training and upskilling initiatives, networking opportunities and business supports that strengthen the Mid-West’s enterprise ecosystem.