European Movement Ireland has announced the appointment of David Geary as its new Chief Executive Officer. David brings a wealth of experience in public affairs, communications and European policy to the role. He is currently serving as Assistant General Secretary and Director of Communications at the Irish National Teachers’ Organisation and is a former President of the Public Relations Institute of Ireland.
From 2015 to 2018, David worked as Deputy Head of EU and International Affairs at the Federation of Small Businesses, where he played a key role in representing SME interests at European level. Earlier in his career, he also served within the European Movement network, having worked as Communications and Policy Manager with European Movement UK.
Incoming European Movement Ireland CEO David Geary said: “It is a great privilege to be appointed CEO of European Movement Ireland at such a pivotal time in Europe and as Ireland prepares to assume the Presidency of the Council of the European Union later this year. This presents a timely opportunity to broaden and deepen public engagement and strengthen active citizen participation in EU affairs. I am committed to championing a fairer and democratic EU, with economic and social benefits for all, now and into the future.”
Founded in 1954, European Movement Ireland stands for an Ireland that’s courageous, constructive, and committed to a values-led Europe. We believe Ireland can be a powerful force for good in the EU, and that starts with an informed, engaged society.
Chairperson of European Movement Ireland, Julie Sinnamon said; “European Movement Ireland is delighted to have appointed David Geary as our new CEO. David will lead European Movement Ireland at a crucial time as Ireland assumes its eighth EU Presidency amid many geopolitical challenges including Russia’s ongoing war in Ukraine, heightened concerns about European security and defence and increasingly challenging transatlantic relations. European Movement Ireland has long played a key role in championing European values, promoting democratic participation, and tracking EU sentiment across the island of Ireland. We look forward to working with David and his leadership in building on this legacy.”
David Geary’s appointment as CEO of European Movement Ireland is expected to take effect from the 23 March 2026. All further details relating to his appointment will be published to europeanmovement.ie.