BDO’s US-Ireland Desk: Enabling Transatlantic Business Growth
Michelle Serpa-Healy
Director of Client Relationships and Business Development
Katie Auld
Director, Global Value Chain & Transfer Pricing, BDO Dublin
The US remains Ireland’s largest trading partner and a critical hub for investment, innovation and expansion. As businesses increasingly look to scale across borders, the US-Ireland business relationship remains a vital conduit for growth. BDO’s US-Ireland Desk acts as a strategic bridge, providing tailored solutions to help companies expand, invest and operate seamlessly between the two markets. With teams based both in Ireland and the US, BDO provides skilled guidance on tax strategy, customs and tariffs, transfer pricing, and market access ensuring businesses thrive on both sides of the Atlantic.
Cross-Border Approach to Business Success
Expanding or operating across the US and Ireland presents unique opportunities—but also complex challenges in tax, regulation, and trade.
The BDO US-Ireland Desk is a dedicated cross-border Partner-led advisory team helping businesses work through these challenges while optimising growth and investment. Leveraging BDO’s global experience we provide integrated strategic support across tax, transfer pricing, corporate finance, compliance, and trade—aiding businesses in operating efficiently and compliantly in both markets.
Our International Team in Ireland focuses on guiding US companies looking to establish or expand their European presence, using Ireland as a gateway to the EU. Our team draws experience from Tax, Tariffs and Trade, R&D investment and company formation. In the current fractured global trade economy, it is now more important than ever to have access to knowledgeable professionals in each of these areas to plan for growth while taking account of all areas of risk.
Seamlessly connected across both markets, our International Business Team including Katie Auld and Michelle Serpa-Healy deliver in-depth local insights.
Katie Auld, Director, seconded to Dublin from BDO USA’s Global Value Chain & Transfer Pricing team, advises multinational businesses on enhancing value chains and maintaining regulatory compliance.
Michelle Serpa-Healy, Director, based in Boston, supports US businesses entering Ireland and vice versa, bringing extensive experience in foreign investment and cross-border expansion strategies from her tenure at Invest Northern Ireland.
Together with the wider BDO International Business team, we work with businesses to overcome regulatory complexities, develop their tax strategies, access the EU and US markets and build strong and sustainable transatlantic operations.
Comprehensive Advisory Services
Our skilled team at BDO’s US-Ireland Desk offers end-to-end strategic support across key areas including:
Tax Advisory & Compliance – Navigating cross-border tax planning and structuring efficiently.
Transfer Pricing – Enhancing global value chains and mitigating tax risks.
Corporate Finance – Supporting M&A, capital financing, and business structuring.
Regulatory Compliance – Promoting smooth operations in both markets.
Customs, Tariffs and Trade – Advice for businesses importing and exporting across the markets.
Businesses Services and Outsourcing - Comprehensive finance, accounting, and business services to support growth.
Corporate Governance – Supporting companies through incorporation, financial operations and compliance.
Partnering for Success
The BDO US-Ireland Desk is dedicated to fostering transatlantic business success. With experienced leadership from Katie Auld, Michelle Serpa-Healy and the wider multi-disciplined team, BDO provides the insights, connections, and strategies businesses need to successfully expand, innovate, and compete globally.
For companies looking to establish operations in the US or Ireland, BDO is the ideal business advisor for international growth. Contact us today to learn how we can support your expansion and work with you on the journey.
