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Paddy Cosgrave

Patrick Cosgrave is an Irish entrepreneur. He is a co-founder of Web Summit, an annual technology conference. With a background in business, economics, and social studies fromTrinity CollegeDublin, he emerged as a visionary leader shaping the landscape of innovation. Co-founding the Web Summit andF.ounders conferences, Cosgrave established globally acclaimed platforms that unite luminaries from diverse fields, fostering innovation, networking, and knowledge exchange. These events have redefined the concept of tech conferences, revolutionising how innovators, entrepreneurs, and thought leaders connect and collaborate on a global scale.

Cosgrave's dedication to innovation and his impact on the technology and entrepreneurial ecosystem earned him accolades and recognition. He was honored with the 2015 Irish Exporters Association annual gold medal and was prominently featured onWired UK's list of the "100 most influential individuals in the wider Wired world" in 2015.

Furthermore, Cosgrave's commitment to fostering innovation extends to his role as an Ambassador for theEuropean Innovation Councilfrom 2021 to 2027.

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