CEO
Jacqueline (Jackie) Gilna stands as a passionate, award-winning leader and entrepreneur, boasting an impressive career spanning three decades. Her leadership skills shine through in her adeptness at steering multilingual, international teams toward collaborative success. With a rich tapestry of experiences across the private commercial sectors at C level, government, and non-profit realms, Jackie has showcased exceptional skills in navigating diverse environments.
Her unwavering dedication to Ireland is evident in her pivotal role in cultivating and nurturing Irish Diaspora networks, underscoring her commitment to uplifting and empowering communities. Her entrepreneurial acumen and innovative spirit have been instrumental in driving progress and fostering connections that transcend borders. Jackie's contributions have been recognized through nominations for the Presidential Distinguished Service Award for the Irish Abroad. Her expertise extends to matters concerning cross-cultural trade relations, demonstrated by her presentation to the Oireachtas. Jackie's innate talent as a connector and networker opens doors effortlessly, establishing her as a dynamic force propelling positive change in today's intricately interconnected world. Her relentless commitment to community empowerment and her innate ability to forge impactful connections cement her legacy as a true trailblazer.
Irish Stew goes to Canada for a most “Global Irish Nation Conversation” with Jackie Gilna, who’s been Irish in Dublin, Spain, the Netherlands, and now she's Irish in Canada's capital, Ottawa. And through a new venture, she's ...