"I loved the conference - it was the most upbeat, positive and therefore stimulating event I have been to in years -no mean achievement"
Carolyn Odgers, Director of Strategy, Chemistry
Did You Know?
The wealth and revenues of the over 65's in Europe is over €3tr.
The 50+ age group has more discretionary income than any other demographic.
Declared revenues of the over 65's in Ireland is €6.6bn.
Did You Know?
The over 50's account for 75% of the wealth in the EU and account for half of all consumer spending.
Despite their wealth and level of consuming spending only 10% of marketing campaigns target the over 50's.
Did You Know?
The over 50's market will be 1/4 of the worlds population by 2015
Across Europe, over 50s are joining gyms at a faster rate than any other age group.
Venue
The Royal Hospital Kilmainham
At the 17th Century Royal Hospital Kilmainham you will find a unique blend of the old and new. Since 1991 it has been home to the Irish Museum of Modern Art.
One of the country's premier banqueting venues, the RHK prides itself on maintaining high standards for its corporate clients, offering a personal service and attention to detail.
In May 1991, the Irish Museum of Modern Art was housed in the Royal Hospital Kilmainham. The Museum represents in its permanent and temporary programmes international and Irish art of the 21st-century with associated educational and community programmes.
Historic Setting
This historic and tranquil haven, set in 48 acres, enjoys an ideal location and is easily accessible from all routes. Set In stately grandeur of its own formal landscaped gardens and tree lined avenues.
The founder of the Royal Hospital was James Butler of Kilkenny Castle, who was Duke of Ormonde and Viceroy to King Charles II. 
Inspired by Les Invalides', then recently opened as Louis XIV's home for his army pensioners, Ormonde obtained a charter from King Charles to create a similar building in Kilmainham.
He laid the foundation stone in 1680 and presided over its completion four years later. The architect for Kilmainham was William Robinson, official State Surveyor General. Of his many other buildings only Marsh's Library, Dublin and Charles Fort, Kinsale, still stand.
The Royal Hospital Kilmainham is an unrivalled setting for any event large or small. Classical in style and unique in setting, the RHK has gained a superb reputation as a lavish venue in Ireland. Its splendour has to be seen to be believed.
Visit the Royal Hospital Kilmainham website
For further enquiries about the venue and conference please contact Anne Griffin in Abbey Conference and Corporate (businessofageing@abbey.ie).
