Máire P. Walsh
Venture Partner @AiiM Partners
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WORK HISTORY
Venture Partner @AiiM Partners
Palo Alto, CA, US
AiiM Partners II is an early growth investor with teams in Silicon Valley and Europe with a focus on technologies improving resource efficiency amid shifts in energy, supply chains, and the digitalization of traditional industries. AiiM’s diverse team has worked together on average six years and comprises investors, entrepreneurs, operators, scientists and industry experts with over 20 years of experience each. We focus on Series A-C, lead and co-lead rounds, take board seats, and actively partner with companies as they scale. Our track record includes driving sustainability outcomes and delivering strong financial returns.
EDUCATION
University of Galway
Master’s Degree, Business Studies
Santa Clara University Leavey School of Business
Women's Corporate Board Readiness Program
University of Wolverhampton
BA, Business Enterprise
Limerick Institute of Technology
Post Graduate Diploma in Marketing, (Valedictorian)
SKILLS
ABOUT MÁIRE P. WALSH
I work at the intersection of founders, investors, enterprise leaders, and global technology ecosystems—helping high-growth companies scale internationally and translate innovation into commercial impact.Over the past decade I have focused on building bridges between Silicon Valley and global innovation hubs, supporting founders as they expand into new markets, build strategic partnerships, and access the capital and networks required for global growth.Today, I am Managing Partner at Belayer, a Silicon Valley–based investment and advisory platform supporting high-growth technology companies expanding globally. I work closely with founders, venture capital firms, institutional investors, and enterprise customers to accelerate commercialization, international expansion, and strategic partnerships.I am also a Venture Partner at AiiM Partners, an early-growth investment fund focused on companies advancing resource efficiency and sustainability technologies positioned for commercial scale.Previously I served as Senior Vice President of Digital Technologies at Enterprise Ireland, based in Silicon Valley, where I led U.S. market development for Ireland’s venture-backed technology companies. In that role I supported more than 80 high-growth companies expanding internationally and helped build strategic partnerships with global enterprises including Microsoft, Uber, American Airlines, Hilton, IAG, and Twitter.My work has centered on helping founders navigate global expansion—developing go-to-market strategies, building enterprise partnerships, engaging investors, and positioning emerging technologies for international adoption. I am also a direct investor. I am particularly interested in technologies shaping the future of global markets, including:• Artificial intelligence and data infrastructure• Consumer hardware, software, and data platforms• Climate and sustainability technologies• Cross-border innovation ecosystemsI have been recognized as a Silicon Valley Global 50 honoree by the Irish Technology Leadership Group and regularly engage with founders, investors, and enterprise leaders across the global technology ecosystem.
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