
Tony Reilly
Dublin-born Tony Reilly is a successful investment advisor and entrepreneur, who immigrated to the US in the 1980s to pursue a soccer scholarship. He overcame challenges to build a career in finance, eventually founding Ascend Advisory Group, which manages over $3 billion in assets. His journey from a borrowed suitcase to CEO of a major investment firm exemplifies his belief in the opportunities America offers to determined individuals.
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Tony Reilly experienced first-hand how small moments can define an entire life while pursuing a soccer scholarship in the US.
‘I booked a one-way ticket to America with no idea when I was coming home’ – The Irish TimesThe Irish Times – major Irish daily, est. 1859·
Ireland· 2026-09-27



