iBAM!
Committee
Josephine Craven
Mary Santarelli
Cliff Carlson
Laura Coyle
Conor Cunneen
Kelly Doherty
Monica Dougherty
Jim McGing
Kathy O’Neill
Peggy Murphy
Leah Steele
Advisory
Committee
Elizabeth Belcaster
Terence Boyle
Jim Corboy
Phil Coulter
Brian Donovan
Desmond Egan
Barry Jazz Finnegan
Jim Fitzpatrick
Maurice Fitzpatrick
Mike Flannery
Tricia Fryer
Philip Gray
Mary Pat Kelly
Kathy Kelly
Rick Kogan
Michael Londra
Dr. Mary McCain
Tim McDonnell
Dan McLaughlin
John David Mooney
Mike Neary
Mike Shevlin
Maureen Smith
Frank West
About iBAM!
iBAM! (Irish Books, Art, & Music) is a nonprofit organization celebrating the richness of Irish culture through literature, music, visual and performance arts. Founded in 2009, iBAM! brings communities together through its signature November festival at the Irish American Heritage Center in Chicago—an immersive weekend of artistic expression, cultural dialogue, and shared heritage.
With a deep commitment to education, inclusion, and cultural preservation, iBAM! connects generations through meaningful programming that showcases Irish and Irish American voices. Its annual Awards Gala honors individuals who have made lasting contributions to Irish culture and fosters continued appreciation and pride in our shared heritage.
iBAM! is organized and produced entirely by volunteers — a dedicated group of cultural advocates, community supporters, and creative contributors.