The Irish Technology Leadership Group hosted its annual Silicon Valley Global Awards celebration this month, recognising and celebrating the achievements of 50 Irish and Irish-American technology leaders making significant impacts in their field. Viddyad Founder & CEO Grainne Barron was recognised as one of top 50 Irish influencers making momentous strides in Silicon Valley. Heather Humphreys, Ireland’s Minister for Business, Enterprise and Innovation, served as guest of honor and gave an overview of the strong relationship between the US and Ireland. She also discussed how business leaders within the diaspora promote Ireland’s technology sector and inspire young Irish firms to achieve traction in the US market.