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By March 12, 2025News

Castlebar Chamber Hosts Landmark Event to Celebrate Growth and Future Vision

The Castlebar Chamber recently hosted a significant gathering of business and community leaders, providing an opportunity to reflect on the town’s progress and chart a course for future development. The event underscored the Chamber’s dedication to fostering innovation, supporting local businesses, and strengthening community ties.

Chamber President Anne Conlon delivered a keynote address, celebrating the remarkable strides made in both Castlebar’s economic landscape and the Chamber’s initiatives over the past year. The speech highlighted key achievements, ongoing projects, and the Chamber’s unwavering commitment to driving sustainable growth.

Lisa O’Connor, MD Team Horizon, expertly guided the proceedings as MC, ensuring a dynamic and engaging discussion. The event also featured a presentation by Mellett David, who provided valuable insights into upcoming developments within the Castlebar Municipal District, painting an optimistic picture of the town’s future.

Alan Dillon TD, Minister of State for Small Business, Retail, and the Circular Economy, marked his first official engagement at a Castlebar business event. Minister Dillon spoke on the importance of collaboration between local enterprises and national policy initiatives to bolster economic resilience.

Chamber President Anne Conlon said, “Castlebar Chamber has seen great growth and culture change over the past year.  Like all local businesses, we are changing how we do business. I was delighted to see Ava Jackson (Jackson’s Engineering) and Michaël McDermott (McDermott’s) speaking on the membership spotlight which is new at the event. We are continuing our partnership in 2025 to further enhance  the Chamber and business community spirit.”

The Castlebar Chamber remains committed to advocating for businesses, facilitating growth, and ensuring that Castlebar remains a vibrant hub of commerce and opportunity.

 

David Mellet’s presentation can be viewed here:  Castlebar Chamber – Shaping Castlebar