Ruth Mc Adams

Ruth Mc Adams Irving is Sector Lead for the ARISE (Accelerating Research to Innovation in Sustainability Enterprises) initiative at Technological University Dublin , where she connects research, innovation, and industry to help businesses address sustainability challenges and unlock new opportunities across the food, agritech, bioeconomy, and circular economy sectors. With a career spanning industry leadership, strategy, innovation, and sustainability, she works closely with enterprises to translate cutting-edge research into practical, commercially relevant solutions. Passionate about building a more sustainable and resilient food system, Ruth has extensive experience supporting organisations in innovation, business transformation, stakeholder engagement, and sustainable development. Her work focuses on fostering collaboration between industry, academia, and policymakers to accelerate the adoption of sustainable practices and drive long-term sector growth. Holding a Master's degree in Sustainable Agriculture and Rural Development from University College Dublin , Ruth brings a unique combination of strategic, commercial, and sustainability expertise to discussions on the future of food, agriculture, and the bioeconomy. She is a strong advocate for innovation-led growth and cross-sector collaboration as key enablers of a sustainable future.