James C. Kenny | |
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| United States Ambassador to Ireland | |
| In office October 31, 2003 – August 13, 2006 | |
| President | George W. Bush |
| Preceded by | Richard J. Egan |
| Succeeded by | Thomas C. Foley |
| Personal details | |
| Born | 1953 |
| Nationality | American |
| Political party | Republican |
| Children | 4 |
| Alma mater | Bradley University (BS) |
James Casey Kenny (born 1953) is aChicago businessman who served asUnited States Ambassador to Ireland from 2003 to 2006.[1][2]
Kenny received his Bachelor of Science degree in Business Administration fromBradley University inPeoria, Illinois.[3] He was executive vice president of Kenny Construction Company from 1994 to 2012, and president of Kenny Management Services from 2006 to 2012.[3]
FormerPresidentGeorge H. W. Bush, whose Presidential campaign was financially supported by Kenny,[1] appointed Kenny to theNational Corporation for Housing Partnerships. Kenny also served on the transition team for PresidentGeorge W. Bush from 2000 to 2001, and he was a member of President Bush's first overseas delegation in February 2002, traveling toNicaragua for the inauguration of PresidentEnrique Bolaños.[4]
Kenny was appointed as ambassador toIreland on October 6, 2003.[2] After confirmation by theSenate, he presented his credentials to thePresident of Ireland,Mary McAleese, on October 31, 2003.[5][6] Kenny's formal title was Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary.[2] He served as ambassador until August 13, 2006.[2]
Kenny received an honoraryDoctor of Humane Letters in 2005, fromLynn University andAmerican College Dublin.[4] In 2011, Kenny was elected to theboard of directors ofKerry Group, and in 2016 he was elected to the board ofHub Group.[7]
Kenny and his wife, Margaret, have four children.[4]
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| Preceded by | United States Ambassador to Ireland 2003–2006 | Succeeded by |
| Envoy Extraordinary and Minister Plenipotentiary (1927–50) |
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