Cathal leads Drury’s financial communications team and advises some of Ireland’s largest and best-known public and private companies on strategic communications. He specialises in capital markets and transaction communications, supporting clients as they articulate their business strategy, growth ambitions and financial strength to key stakeholders. He works with public companies listed in Dublin, London and New York on communications relating to financial reporting, corporate development activity and shareholder activism. He also advises leading private and family-owned businesses on reputation management, corporate storytelling, and crisis and issues management.
His appointment comes as Drury continues to grow its strategic communications offering and deepen its advisory capabilities across corporate reputation, financial communications, public affairs and stakeholder engagement.
Commenting on the appointment, Anne-Marie Curran, Chief Executive of Drury, said: “Cathal has played a central role in the development of Drury’s financial communications practice and is a trusted adviser to many of Ireland’s leading businesses. His experience, judgement and leadership will be invaluable as Drury enters its next phase of growth.”
Cathal Barry said: “I am honoured to join the Board of Drury and contribute to the strategic direction at an important time for the communications sector, which continues to evolve at pace. Clients are increasingly seeking integrated strategic advice across reputation management and stakeholder engagement. I look forward to working with my fellow Board members and colleagues as we continue to evolve our offering, support our clients in navigating increasingly complex environments.”
