The Irish Exporters Association (IEA) has named Barry Cullen as 2021 President of the association.
Mr Cullen, who is Head of Sales for Silver Hill Duck, has been a member of the IEA's National Council since 2018, brings a wealth of experience and expertise to the Presidency of the IEA.
Living and working in the border region, Mr Cullen also chairs the association’s Border-Midlands Network Group in which he regularly brings exporters in the region together, on an online platform, to discuss common challenges, particularly Brexit.
Simon McKeever, Chief Executive of the Irish Exporters Association said they are pleased that Mr Cullen will preside over the IEA this year.
"As we mark our 70th anniversary in May, the work and mission of the IEA has never been so relevant.
"Covid-19, Brexit, market diversification, sustainable trade and investment and trade compliance will guide our work on behalf of our members and I have no doubt that Mr Cullen will serve as an excellent President, in what will be a very busy year for trade in and out of Ireland," said Mr McKeever.
Barry Cullen, 2021 President of the Irish Exporters Association and Head of Sales Silver Hill Duck said he was honoured to be appointed to the role.
"There is no doubt that turbulent trading conditions will be evident for some time and therefore it is important that the voice of Irish exporters remains at the table when important policy discussions and decisions are being made.
"As President, I will work to ensure that the IEA continues to work at regional, national and EU level to shape a regulatory and legislative framework that supports and fosters Irish exports," said Mr Cullen.
