Helen Burke

Helen Burke is the Vice President of IDA Ireland, where she is responsible for driving Transformation and Innovation across the agency's client portfolio. Her role involves consulting to identify strategic solutions that enhance productivity, resilience, and innovation among IDA clients. Burke has a diverse professional background, having previously worked in major cities such as New York, Frankfurt, and Paris, focusing on securing employment-intensive investments for Ireland.12

She holds a Business Studies/German degree from the University of Limerick and a Master’s Degree in Computer Science. Additionally, she has recently completed an Advanced Diploma in Personal, Leadership, and Executive Coaching, reflecting her interest in helping individuals reach their full potential through effective coaching. Burke is fluent in both French and German.13

Before her current position at IDA Ireland, she gained extensive experience in various management roles within technology companies, supporting sectors like research, manufacturing, pharmaceuticals, and food.1