The people behind the partnership
A cross-border group of entrepreneurs, financiers, and industry specialists bridging Ireland, India, and the European Union.
Entrepreneur & Distillery Owner
James is an entrepreneur whose rise-of-the-phoenix story is as compelling as the whiskey he produces. As a distillery owner, he brings first-hand knowledge of Irish craft exports, premium goods trade, and the resilience that defines great ventures.
Business Transformation Leader
Padraig is a farmer-entrepreneur with a proven track record in Irish cow's milk trade and business transformation. He represents the agricultural heartland of the EU–India partnership, connecting Irish dairy expertise with emerging market opportunities.
Financial Services & Blockchain Expert
Dinesh is a Fellow Chartered Certified Accountant approved by the Irish Central Bank, with deep expertise in financial services regulation, blockchain technology, and entrepreneurial ventures spanning the EU–India corridor.
Duty Free, Agriculture & Creative
Hemant's career spans duty free retail management, entrepreneurship, and agriculture. A published writer, he brings a rare blend of commercial acumen and creative perspective to the team's communications and sector outreach.
Sales Development & Digital Markets
Conor is a sales development professional with startup experience and a specialist focus on the digital services landscape. He leads market entry strategy and commercial development for the team's digital trade initiatives.
Business Transformation & Development
Sudhir brings decades of transformation experience across FMCG, airlines, financial services, real estate, ERP implementations, and project development — making him a cornerstone of the team's operational strategy.
Theatre Actor & Casting Director
Akash Dabas is a theatre actor and casting director whose career is built on an exceptional depth of perspective building. He brings the storytelling craft of the stage to the EU–India trade vision — shaping how the partnership is perceived, communicated, and brought to life for diverse audiences.
Bollywood Actor & Cross-Border Visionary
Akash Dahiya is a renowned Bollywood actor celebrated for his work in complex, layered characters. With a clear vision for building cross-border relations, he brings the EU–India trade partnership to life through a cinematic perspective — using the power of film and storytelling to bridge cultures and amplify the deal's human dimension.
Senior figures from finance, industry, and civil society who provide independent counsel on the EU–India trade partnership.
Irish Central Bank
Financial Regulation & Oversight
ACCA Ireland
Professional Accounting Standards
Enterprise Ireland
Export Development & Market Access
Confederation of Indian Industry
India Business Liaison
We welcome engagement from businesses, investors, and institutions looking to navigate the EU–India trade opportunity. Reach out to explore how we can collaborate.
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