About IDI

Overview

International Development Ireland (IDI)is a privately-owned specialist consulting firm that partners with governments to accelerate economic growth and institutional transformation. Originally established by the Government of Ireland in 1989 and inspired by Ireland’s own development journey, we work directly with ministries and implementation agencies to design and deliver high-impact strategies that drive investment, create jobs, and strengthen national competitiveness. Over the past 36 years, we’ve supported governments in more than 80 countries, activating development plans across FDI, economic zones, entrepreneurship, SME growth, export promotion, tourism, R&D and innovation. Our team is what sets us apart. Our experts have shaped national policy and reform from inside government, bringing deep, practical experience to every project. From strategy to implementation, we help build capable institutions that deliver lasting impact.
Our Global Reach
With Offices in Ireland, UAE, KSA, Turkey, Oman, Jordan, IDI provides practical implementation support that turns national ambition into measurable progress.
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80+

Countries Supported

270+

Projects Delivered

Ireland's Journey: from Agriculture - 50 Years of Deliberate Reform

Ireland’s economic rise was not accidental, it was achieved through coordinated economic development policy, business ecosystem strengthening, intuitional reforms, and world class implementation agencies focused on job creation, export growth and innovation to ensure sustainable development.
Strategic Focus
Key Actions
Results
1970s
Market Access & Reform
EEC Accession, EMS, Trade Openness
Export orientation,trade surplusemerges
late 1980s
FDI Enablement & Institutional Reform
IDA Strategy, Tax Incentives, Fiscal Discipline
Surge FDI, Job Creation
2000s
Tech Start-Ups, Skills, International Services
Competitiveness, Venture Capital, R&D Skills & Incentives
Higher Value Sectors, talent pipeline strengthened
2010s
Innovation Economy
Cluster Strategies, Industry-Led Research Centres
Knowledge economy growth, exports boom
2020s
Future Readiness
Digital Transition, Green Economy, and Advanced Manufacturing
Digital Transition, Green Economy, and Advanced Manufacturing
We're here to help governments deliver better outcomes - faster.

Our Leadership

Ronan Deignan

Director
Ronan Deignan is co-owner and Director at IDI and brings over 40 years’ experience advising governments, development institutions, and corporates on economic transformation and institutional reform. He has led more than 50 high-impact consultancy and project management engagements across the Middle East, Africa, Europe, and Asia, delivering results for clients including the World Bank, EU, EBRD, and national ministries. His expertise spans corporate strategy, economic zone development, industrial policy, and organizational transformation. Prior to co-founding IDI, Ronan served on the management committee of ICC Bank as Head of Strategy and Marketing. He holds degrees from Trinity College Dublin and University College Dublin.

Ted Bowe

Director
Ted Bowe is co-owner and Director at IDI and brings over 40yrs of experience as a certified management consultant and project manager. With a foundation in accounting, Ted has led client engagement, financial planning, technical scoping, and contract delivery across IDI’s core markets and service areas. Prior to joining IDI, Ted held executive and management roles at Allied Irish Bank (one of Ireland’s commercial banks) and ICC Bank (Ireland’s SME Bank), where he oversaw portfolios of unquoted equity investments and venture capital. His background includes corporate restructuring, fund management, and strategic financial operations, giving him deep insight into both institutional finance and SME development. Ted’s cross-sector expertise and operational leadership continue to shape IDI’s delivery of high-impact solutions across government, finance, and enterprise.
An Accredited Consulting Practice (ACP) of the IMCA, adhering to the Institute’s Code of Professional Conduct
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Tel: +353 1 293 9832
Office 114, 4 – 5 Burton Hall Road, Sandyford, Dublin, Ireland, D18 A094