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Simon Trewin graduated from the University of Kent in 1988. He spent 5 years in the theatre world before spending the last 28 years working as a literary agent at various agencies, including Sheil Land Associates, Peters Fraser and Dunlop & United Agents and, more recently, as a Partner at WME (William Morris Endeavor), the American sports and entertainment group.
“Nothing creative ever needs to be hurried! The best creative projects come from the heart and soul and not from the wallet. Chase the money first, and you end up producing crap and working with assholes!”
Simon Trewin
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A former teacher and successful businesswoman, Caroline Purvey is an award-winning, No 1 bestselling author, with her book 'Feel It to Heal It'. International speaker, CEO, and founder of TRE UK®. A specialist in her unique program, the Total Release Experience®, effectively empowers people to release stress and trauma symptoms where traditional methods have failed. She comes highly recommended by professionals, including Drs, Psychotherapists, and Therapists.
“It is no good complaining or moaning about our state of well-being if we carry on doing the same things. Health is our greatest wealth; our body has the power to heal itself in a way no one else can. We all hold the magic wand. No one can do it for us. We have to want to change.”
Caroline Purvey
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Sharon Brown left Glasgow 18 years ago and set up home in the West Midlands in 2003. After starting her own events agency in 2015 called Lydian Events Ltd whilst still holding down a full-time job, Sharon realised fairly quickly that business was heading in the direction of digital platforms.
“Freedom and flexibility are my key drivers. The freedom to work when and where and at what I want and, of course, with who I want. Determination, tenacity, resilience, thick-skinned, bloody-mindedness, grit, common sense… They are important to make it through.”
Sharon Brown
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Brenda Dempsey is a Visionary, Action Woman and Spirited Leader. From a young age (10), Brenda took action for starving children in Biafra, raising money and vowing she'd one day visit Africa and build a school. Her strength, self-belief and resilience were her armour when she found herself homeless with four children after her abusive marriage broke down.
“Nothing beats drive and determination to get you there, so make sure your vision and goals are aligned. Drop the microwave mentality and work each day diligently. You only get out of anything or life what you put into it.”
Brenda Dempsey
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Chad Gilmer is the Founder and CEO of iPLANiT, a specialist Web Development company that he established in 2000. After graduating from Trinity College in 1996 with a degree in Engineering and Mathematics, he has worked with bluechip Companies such as Andersen Consulting (now Accenture) and Kerry Group before setting up iPLANiT.
“Failure is not a word I consider as a bad thing. You cannot fail at something unless you try it - if you believe nothing is impossible, you should never fail. You have just simply learned that a particular approach or path is not working for you, and you need to change it.”
Chad Gilmer
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Carol Stewart is known as the Coach for High Achieving Introverted Women. She is an Executive and Career Coach, Founder of Abounding Solutions and author of Quietly Visible: Leading with Influence and Impact as an Introverted Woman (listed as one of the 10 best self-development books written by women to read during lockdown by BE YOUR OWN).
“The only limitations are the ones we put on ourselves. Success is about living a meaningful and purposeful life. My advice is to define your own measure of success based on what matters to you.” Carol Stewart
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Simone Holz is a certified Nutrition & Health Coach. She helps busy professionals take control of their health by making better eating and exercise choices.
Providing her clients with a long-term change by improving their eating choices, exercising strategy, and mindset. More importantly, she relates to her clients on their own level by imparting wisdom from her own health transformation story.
“It would be best if you went to bed every Sunday evening wishing that the next morning you'll wake up and have a great week. If this is not happening, it is because you aren't doing the right thing for yourself! Change your career scares a lot, but in the end, when you start to see the results, you will feel happy.”
Simone Holz
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Shona Hirons says her troubles started on the day she was born, having been born very prematurely. Her dad was told that she wouldn't survive the night, "but I'm still here," she says.
“I believe tough people are made from tough times, and I absolutely love life now. I don't regret anything. I actually believe everything happens for a reason, and that's why I'm doing what I do now.”
Shona Hirons
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IT industry veteran Phil Worms is the CEO of Glasgow based Frog Systems. A mental wellness software company that harnesses the power of lived experience video to deliver messages of hope and support to those struggling with life's challenges.
“Do not limit yourself, take yourself out of your comfort zone and be prepared to suffer disappointment, learn from it and come back stronger. Do not settle for a job or role that you're not passionate about. True success is understanding that you control your destiny.”
Phil Worms
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Erica Orange is Executive Vice President and Chief Operating Officer of The Future Hunters, one of the world’s leading futurist consulting firms. She evaluates emerging social, technological, economic, political, demographic and environmental trends – and identifies the strategic implications (the “So what?”) of those trends for several of the most influential Fortune 500 companies, trade associations and public sector clients.
"Do not be wedded to one version of the future. Always challenge yourself to find the countertrend because the two operate in tandem. It is easy to get stuck in the cliches but try and push beyond them and originate your own thinking."
Erica Orange
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Through his Ireland, UK and Australia based company GCM Advisory, and operating as simonhaigh.com, Simon helps organizations and leaders unlock, build and sustain business, leadership, brand and mindset growth through his coaching, consulting, training, publications, speaking and e-learning programs.
“Be aware, hardworking, resilient and work on your connections. Success is inner calm, trusting, liking and respecting yourself and being trusted, liked and respected by others.”
Simon Haigh
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Maria McHale has been creating eye-catching words and building audiences for over 20 years now. She knows what it takes to get eyes on you. As a journalist, writer and award-winning blogger, she has written thousands of stories for most of the major UK newspapers and knows what grabs attention.
“I love helping people share their stories. It's what being a journalist is all about. Creating communities/masterminds is a real passion for me, and I really do feel like it's a joy as opposed to 'work' most of the time.”
Maria McHale
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Beverley Jones describes 2009 as her annus horribilis; a year that saw her crash out of her 30 years corporate career with burnout which led to a diagnosis of depression and severe anxiety.
“There are no shoulds, nor shortcuts, just hold on when the going gets tough, be determined and keep believing - you will get to your end goal if you don't see giving up as an option!”
Beverley Jones
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Professor M.S. Rao, PhD is the Father "Soft Leadership" and the Founder of MSR Leadership Consultants, India. He is an International Leadership Guru with forty years of experience and the author of over fifty books including the award-winning "See the Light in You".
“Be passionate, persistent, and patient. There is nothing like an overnight success. You must work hard, wise, and smart to stand out from others. I failed many times in my life. I fail every day. But I don't have any regrets because I learn lessons and move on with valuable takeaways.”
Professor M.S. Rao
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Ciara O'Toole is an experienced board member, entrepreneur and strategic consultant. She has worked for major global brands, including Red Bull Air Race in Salzburg as Board Director for Marketing, Communications and Media Production.
“People inspire me, and my goal is always to leave things much better than I found them. Success is about happiness and being at peace with your life and the decisions you make.”
Ciara O’Toole
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Specialist in Executive Leadership & Transitional Coaching for Senior African Caribbean professionals. Lorlett Hudson is an original thinker whose ideas have transformed the effectiveness, leadership and quality of life for many individuals and organisations.
“There is a moment in our lives and careers when we don't believe in ourselves. It happens to all of us. It is important when someone somewhere takes a moment to believe in us; it is worth a trillion pounds. I have learnt that what I know won't grow me, so I always reach out to others for support and advice.”
Lorlett Hudson
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Umesh Luharia is an architect and illustrator who is passionate about buildings and drawing people's homes in his unique style.
“Architecture is very rewarding but it can be a very challenging rollercoaster of emotions with strong personalities and egos with many highs and lows, so reminding myself to stay positive and keeping focused on what is important is where I go.”
Umesh Luharia
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Tim Bingham is an Award-Winning street and documentary photographer from Ireland. Tim has a passion for working with diverse cross-sections of communities, encouraging individuals young and old to capture their streets using their cameras to tell their stories.
“Firstly and foremost enjoy it, take your time to define your own style of photography and not to define success by the amount of followers on social media. The key to success is to be professional in every project. Treat everyone equally. Having a big ego can block creativity. Build up trusting relationships and collaborate honestly with others.”
Tim Bingham
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Stacy Raske is a bestselling author, speaker, Iraq War Veteran, badass biker chick, international success coach and leadership mentor, and intuitive business consultant.
“The inner work breaks through the limiting stories and beliefs that keep us playing small and builds a strong relationship with ourselves so that we are no longer affected by external conditions, we simply show up as our best to be the leader that our goals, message, and mission needs us to be.”
Stacy Raske
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Keith Hutchinson is Director - Executive Creative Producer, Founder and CEO of H2 Films in Dublin, Ireland.
H2 Films specialises in the production of high-end Television and Cinema Commercials and online content for national and international clients both in Ireland and abroad.
“Belief in your ability when you're younger tends to be given but not always earned, whereas belief in your ability when you're older has to be earned but is not always given.”
Keith Hutchinson
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Ed Giansante is the founder and CEO of E-Dublin - the largest channel of information for Brazilian expats based in Europe.
“If I look back 12 years ago, when I moved to Ireland, I was no one. I didn't speak English; I didn't have family support; there was no YouTube or Instagram channel explaining to me what to do when moving abroad. I had to figure it all out.”
Ed Giansante
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Michael Hurnaus is the CEO and co-founder of Tractive - GPS Tracking and Activity Monitoring for cats and dogs. Michael is holding a Masters degree in Digital Media.
“We have built the company with friends, and a ton of friendships have been created over the years since Tractive was founded. Bring a lot of passion, dedication and the right people with you, and you can be successful. More likely than not, you will need all three of them.”
Michael Hurnaus
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Carole Ann has 20 years of experience in the business world having worked at Global giants such as Diageo and Coca-Cola. She also has extensive experience in the world of advertising and digital agencies working on some of the biggest brands in the world.
“My mental health has always had its ups and downs like most people in this world. I realised that I am the only one who can change my life. The other reality of this is that it is hard work, and it is an ongoing project!”
Carole Ann Clarke
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Joyce Osei is on a mission to inspire, impact and innovate with Entrepreneurs and Senior Leaders in Tech. She is a Business Analyst, Diversity & Inclusion Advocate and a published author.
Over the past 7 years, Joyce has worked to increase the representation of women in male-dominated industries by supporting leaders to attract, retain and develop their female talent.
“You don't need to have 'Leader' in your job title to be one. It starts with you-taking ownership of your ideas and actions. Do your research and make sure you surround yourself with people who have more insights than you and are already doing what you want to do.” - Joyce Osei
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Colleen Becker is a Principal at Redsand Ventures, a London VC aligned with sustainable development goals and executing on environmental and societal mandates through FinTech.
She is responsible for building and growing the company's product and Venture Studio, and for originating and managing the ideation, design, development and commercialization of Redsand’s sustainable innovations, as well as contributing to group business development and strategy.
“People are just fascinating and always so surprising. Everyone has a different story and perspective.” - Colleen Becker
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Russ Hedge is a positive force in today's busy, hectic, and often negative business environment. He is a master connector, working in marketing and sales for over 30 years.
He has been recognized as a Top Salesperson in multiple industries for his skills in Networking and Connecting! He is also a licensed minister and has served in worship ministry for over 30 years.
“Reach out to others and build a community for you to support, learn from, and so you will have support from them when you need it. Giving and helping others to succeed will always come back to you and make you successful. When you make a difference in others, you create a life worth living!” - Russ Hedge
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Gillian French is Chief People Officer at Cubic Telecom. As CPO, Gillian leads a team responsible for building on the talents of the employees and oversees all aspects of people development, culture, employee engagement, policies and practices.
"If things aren't going your way, don't react impulsively. Take a step back, walk away from the situation and try to think clearly. Time and space can help you to put things in perspective. If you take that time and space, your response will be communicated in a way that you will ultimately be happier with." - Gillian French
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John Cassidy has held a number of EMEA leadership roles in Security Software, Cloud technologies and hardware solutions. A highly experienced professional, self-motivated leader committed to delivering results.
Working and managing sales organisations, both internal and external with channel partners remotely, focusing on revenue growth, relationship development, coaching and mentoring key talent.
“Lessons learned, never give up, surround yourself with positive, successful people. Learn from them, what they do, how they work. Stay focused, and continue to learn.” - John Cassidy
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Louise spent 13 years as Vice President at PayPal leading and developing the business, taking a large performance team from 200 people to 3000 people, across multiple geographies and established greenfield sites in Berlin, San Paulo, Chandler and Dundalk.
“Success: is making a difference every day. Have the right attitude; Stay true to who you are; Always develop yourself; Look after your people; Work hard and never lose determination.” - Louise Phelan
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For over 25 years, Jason Cooper has worked in the UK, Ireland and other European markets and has been in the corporate area and has co-founded two startups.
Jason has also helped numerous businesses and individuals grow. Since 2016 Jason has helped transform salespeople and sales teams. He helps salespeople realise their true potential - not just as professionals but as colleagues, as team players, and business advocates.
“Don't ever be afraid of asking anyone – people are more than giving when they feel that they are helping people to grow. Make sure you ask the right people. Perseverance and tons of patience. This doesn't happen overnight.” - Jason Cooper
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Vanessa Fox O'Loughlin is the founder of Writing.ie, the award-winning writing resources website. The Inkwell Group publishing consultancy and Murder One, Ireland's International Crime Writing Festival.
She has developed and spearheaded many projects from Writers Web TV to the National Emerging Writer Programme. Vanessa is a board member of the Society of Authors, and a Fellow of the Royal Society for the Encouragement of Arts, Manufactures and Commerce.
“I never see limits, only opportunities. Everything I have built has been as a result of needing to make my writing better and passing on that experience and knowledge. Sometimes you have to pivot - not necessarily start again, but reorientate and look at something from a new angle, to think outside the box.” - Vanessa Fox
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Lee Axon is a Filmmaker of DigiFin. Lee is from Newcastle but lives in Sunderland with 3 Chihuahuas. His career has always centred on customers and customer service no matter what the arena. He has worked for Game Ltd, Blockbuster Video, The Automobile Association, T-Mobile / EE and 2Touch.
“Exceeding expectations and seeing that huge grin from the client when I present them a teaser or a final product. It's never about the money for me – it's about the emotion. I do everything with my iPhone, and this blows people's minds.” - Lee Axon
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My background, in terms of education, is in political science as opposed to politics. A lot of statistics and proving theories and a little bit more scientific than just talking about the “political”. Like many people around me who finished political science, I didn't really have a notion of what it was I wanted to do with that when I finished university.
I ended up working in the technology space. What probably attracted me the most to was how much was just constantly changing. Combined with the fact that I was looking around myself at how people were working against all of these changes and things constantly evolving and I was just thinking a lot of how we're doing things isn't very logical. I moved within that sector a little bit.
“If I can prove something at the moment in time using statistics or mathematics or I'm very sure of my argument, it is not unique in terms of its truth.”
Marc Tumson
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Hans has always had entrepreneurial tendencies and could see opportunities, even as a child and teenager, so he started different enterprises.
He graduated as an Electronic Engineer in 1983 and joined a young Irish computer company Mentec ltd. There he developed a Single Board Computer that replaced much bulkier systems. This was commercially successful and led to the growth of a much larger team and range of products.
“Listen, learn from others but don't be afraid to make the right decision. Don't think you can do everything yourself, bring in good talent when you can afford to do so, trust your instincts and believe in yourself – if you don't others won't either and the enterprise will fail.”
Hans O’Sullivan
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Philip is CEO and Founder of Cliffrun Media. This age/med-tech company develops solutions that serve a global ageing population. Their flagship product, the ACORN Age-Friendly Smart tablet was designed for older people who require extra support to become digitally connected. Since its launch, it has seen rapid adoption nationally and now plans for international expansion in 2021.
In January 2018 Cliffrun deployed the Acorn Patient Care System PCS solution which evolved in 2020 to support Covid-19 patients and incorporate the social aspects of the ACORN Smart Tablet to improve remote patient management, their welfare and consequent outcomes.
“There is so much to do and so much to learn. I love that. The busier I am, the happier I am. It is nice to be doing something that has a direct positive impact on the people we work with. No matter what obstacle or moment that gives you pause to stop. Do not! Keep moving forward. Keep swimming.”
Philip Hogan
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Csaba Toth is a British/Hungarian entrepreneur, researcher and speaker based in the UK. And the founder of ICQ Global, a people development organisation with licensed partners in 34 countries.
Csaba is the developer of the multi-award-winning Global DISC™ model and the best-selling author of the Uncommon Sense in Unusual Times hybrid book published with Marshall Goldsmith and John Mattone (Steve Jobs’ former coach).
“Never-ending learning. Listening to everyone, but doing what I consider right. Wanting to find a solution instead of wanting to be right. Being interested in others instead of trying to talk about myself.”
Csaba Toth
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I am the Founder and CEO of a company called beep which stands for the Behavioural Enterprise Empowerment Platform. Our mission is to completely redefine what work means for people who work in large companies, so that's one of my jobs!
During the lockdown, I set up a charity. An organisation which is the very first-ever national digital map of real-time needs from frontline healthcare workers.
Our mission is to make sure that everybody working on the frontline feels safe and has the equipment that they need to keep them safe in this anxious-making time.
“Then I got headhunted by the UN, which was a really interesting time because I had only ever run my own companies and suddenly I'm senior inside the most bureaucratic, hierarchical, strange organisation you would ever want to work in.”
Katz Kiely
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Marc Turley (also known as The Urban Giant) is an Illustrator from Birmingham UK who hand draws buildings in a way that captures every detail whilst maintaining a calmness within the composition. His work is a combination of rigorous research, sketchbook studies and highly detailed line drawing.
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Joan Mulvihill continues to be at the forefront of driving technology adoption in Ireland as the Digitalisation Lead for Siemens. Having held the position of CEO of the Irish Internet Association for 7 years, followed by 2 years as the Centre Director for the Irish Centre for Cloud Computing and Commerce.
I'm very values-driven. Goals and milestones are just the breadcrumbs on the strategic path, but where are they leading to? I need to know. I'm motivated by knowing that what I am working on is somehow making the world a better place for someone."
Joan Mulvihill
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Fintan joined Ideal Systems Group in 2011 to establish Ideal Systems in South East Asia (SEA) which now has over 100 staff in Kuala Lumpur, Singapore and Jakarta.
Ideal Systems SEA have built broadcast studios, facilities and systems for leading broadcast operators including RTM, Sony Pictures, Fox Sports, Astro, Globecast, Encompass Digital Media, CNN, Metro TV, and SingTel.
“I believe in failing fast and moving on, if it's not going to work, don't flog a dead horse, learn and move on. I'm driven by the notion that we can harness new technology to make things better, make our lives better and make the world a better place to live.”
Fintan Mc Kiernan
Kyle Hegarty helps organizations grow globally. From start-ups to Fortune 500 companies. Kyle empowers leaders and teams to find new ways to communicate and lead across our shrinking planet.
His sales training programs help clients increase business across regions, and his global communications programs help strengthen teams, build trust, and prepare next-gen leaders for tomorrow's threats and opportunities.
His first book, The Accidental Business Nomad: A Survival Guide for Working Across a Shrinking Planetis available worldwide. An unvarnished, story-driven, practical guide to working across cultures.
“Go away. That's my advice. Pick a part of the world that interests you and start finding work there.
Maybe that's doing things virtually in the short term, but make a plan to go away and get experience in a foreign market. I've never ever met anyone who has regretted studying or working overseas.”
Kyle Hegarty
Dionne Smith is the MD & Founder of DPS Brand Consultancy, supporting service-based entrepreneurs to create and grow a confident, authentic, visible and successful personal and business brand.
As an award-winning personal and business brand consultant, coach, speaker and trainer, she has over 25 years experience working with large corporate firms, SMEs and start-up companies, on successful brand, marketing and strategy projects.
“We unconsciously hold ourselves back because we don't take the time to understand and appreciate what makes us who we are, but once we learn that we are all fallible and that's ok, life opens up in a completely different spectrum.”
Dionne Smith
Eoin Costello is my name. I'm the Project Director of a not-for-profit co-working space in Dún Laoghaire called Digital HQ.
And what's different about our space is we call it as a digital growth hub because all our activities are focused outwards into a small business community of the town so any income we get from membership fees, the co-working space go back into digitally-enabling local small businesses and also the town's website.
“I've given a set of skills and abilities, and the obligation on me is to try and use those with the best of my ability. Always an eye on doing the best that I can with what I've got.”
Eoin Costello
Jennifer Corcoran is an Award-Winning social media influencer. She knows a thing or two about leaving her comfort zone behind.
She uses her experience to help others achieve sustained visibility and success. Too many of us feel lost when it comes to selling ourselves or our businesses online.
Her vision is to empower millions of people to leverage LinkedIn to drive positive change in their lives and others', and her mission is to help entrepreneurs and executives to stand out on LinkedIn. Always as a force for mutual good.
“The one thing I'm most proud of is smashing through my comfort zone and reinventing myself time and time again. I'm very much an introvert, and I still pinch myself when I think of how I've had to embrace being in the spotlight in order to reach and help others when my natural comfort zone is in the side-lines helping others to shine.”
Jennifer Corcoran
I am Alan Hennessy, of Kompass Media - a social media and digital marketing consultant and LinkedIn expert.
I help businesses to break through the noise of social media and help them to create visibility and build awareness for their brand. I've been in this profession for fifteen years, and I'm also a podcaster with two very successful podcasts.
“When you just throw the hat in; you're only failing yourself as opposed to failing anyone else. Set yourself some goals. Understand that success doesn't happen overnight. We all start somewhere, and we will all get there. We have to help each other for us all to get to where we want to be.”
Alan Hennessy
Tina Morwani is a B2B (business-to-business) marketer committed to growing authentic brands that align with the values of today’s modern, purpose-driven customers.
She is skilled at building successful marketing campaigns that reinforce the brand story and drive revenue within the technology sector.
“Decisions, at the end of the day, are made from two places: fear or love. If you do the work to understand where your choices come from, make sure they always come from love.”
Tina Morwani
Maeve Monaghan joined to NOW Group in 2001. She is responsible for the development of the organisation over the past 19 years.
She has been Chief Executive for the past 12 years and believes passionately in the rights of people with disabilities to have equal access to high-quality training and employment.
NOW Group, a limited company with charitable status, is an Award-Winning social enterprise that supports people with barriers to employment and learning into the workforce.
“When things don't go well, we say "well what did you expect?". What we need to realise is that everyone fails, but the winners get back up there and finish the job.”
Maeve Monaghan
Tony Fish thrives in complex, ground-breaking and uncertain environments; bringing proven judgement and decision-making skills and experience.
He has a track record of sense-making and foresight; his enthusiasm and drive are contagious & inspiring—definitely a maverick and unintentional rule breaker.
Tony’s current focus is on imaging a board meeting in 2025, rethinking corporate governance models, data economics and dealing with volatile situations.
He has founded, co-founded, sold and listed many businesses but remains passionate about new ways of creating value which has the capability of scaling fast, are at an early stage and creates value for many people.
“Be strong, but not forceful. Be confidence but not arrogant. Recognise those who are supporting you and on whose work you build on. You are never aware or sure what is going on in someone else's life or mind, so I don't judge why, but will encourage them to try again, "Just one more.".”
Tony Fish
Wild Rose Botanicals is a husband and wife soap making duo whose story is so much more than soap and suds.
Rachel is originally from bright and sunny southern California brought to Ireland as a single mom studying abroad. Who fell in love with a charming and handsome Irish man named Rob who had some kiddos himself and they joined forces and have since added three more sweet babes to their Irish Brady bunch clan.
They share a deep connection for a natural and simple life filled with art, the outdoors, and using their hands to create. They had a stirring passion for expanding our knowledge and a thirst for new and shared creative outlets, so they decided to try their hand at soap making. The rest is history!
“It's truly a passion brought together by two people who found each other across oceans and continents, a love for the wild and ancestral wisdom of the past, shared visions of change, and driven by family.”
Rachel and Rob Byrne
Edel Flynn is a commercial property entrepreneur. Edel has been driving innovation in the industry in a career spanning 20 years. Leading the advancement of innovative workspaces in Ireland, Edel is founder of Element78 providing workplace management and SaaS solutions to large property portfolios.
“Perfection is an illusion. Nothing is ever perfect, so try to enjoy the process of working towards having the life you desire and creating a workplace environment that allows you to sing.
Always have a dream!”
Edel Kennedy Flynn
Mari Cahalane is the Head of BT Young Scientist and Technology Exhibition, which is the 57th year, and BT has organised it for over 20 years.
Mari's position as head of the project is a year-round role. She looks after the development and delivery of all aspects of BTYSTE on an ongoing basis.
Overall her responsibilities include the fundraising, project management and event management of the project end to end. Mari also is the direct liaison with partners, judges, board and internally at BT.
“I think the fear of failure is what holds people back; you need to take chances to forge ahead. Success is not about money and material things; it is about contentment and a feeling of having lived your best and most fulfilled life.”
Mari Cahalane
Tom Morley has developed a truly artistic way of living following his time in the music business with the 80s band Scritti Politti. It seems that every experience leads him to the humorous uncovering of some universal truth.
He turns his disasters and successes into stand-up comedy for conference audiences. Forty years on stage, first behind a drum kit, then being the multi-talented frontman for whole troupes of performers earned him the name 'The Rockstar Activator'.
Instant Teamwork is both Tom's speciality and the name of his company. Teambuilding, be it drumming, or harmony singing is all very energising on the day, but how do you make that bonded feeling sustainable.
“Believing I could be neutral politically would mean I was simply choosing to support all the injustices of this dysfunctional world. Every day I want to stand up for my values, alongside other like-minded souls, to be part of the solution. Dream for sure, but stay grounded.”
Tom Morley
Maegan Lujan is referred to as a thought-influencer in the digital industry. Maegan is a strategist, storyteller, and personal branding expert that offers unique digital products to individuals and customized workshops to corporations looking to create authority, credibility, and trust.
Maegan's journey has taken her from high risk in foster care to high potential in the boardroom of Toshiba America Business Solutions, Inc.
“As a former foster youth from a broken home, I have not let myself be defined by the stigma surrounding my upbringing. I took control of my journey and channelled my energy towards positive growth and self-improvement.”
Maegan Lujan
Minter Dial is an international professional and energetic speaker and multiple award-winning author, specialised in leadership, branding and transformation.
An agent of change, he's a three-time entrepreneur who has exercised twelve different métiers and changed country fifteen times.
Minter's core career stint of 16 years was spent as a top executive at L'Oréal, where he was a member of the worldwide Executive Committee for the Professional Products Division.
“You don't need to wait for a life-changing moment to find that you can have a purpose in life and your work.
Spend time early on to find out what are your intrinsic motivators.”
Minter Dial
I was born in São Paulo, Brazil. I graduated in Strategic Marketing and Management. In 2014 I joined a multinational technology company specialising in Internet-related services and products, which included online advertising technologies, SEO and SEM, cloud computing, software and hardware.
Several years ago, I moved to Ireland to improve my knowledge of the English language and to have new challenges. It was a significant change in culture and language. I learned to love Ireland as a second home. I worked for some companies and projects here, which allowed me to meet incredible and admirable people along this path.
Mark Fielding is currently working as a mentor and independent advisor to several businesses and their management. Specialising in all aspects of SME business from pre-start-up through early stage and growth phases.
Mark was the CEO of the Irish Small & Medium Enterprises Association, ISME, from August 2001 to November 2016. Increasing its influence and growing its membership tenfold to over 10,000-member companies.
“Things will always come against you in life, people, situations, and it's important to be resilient, some would say stubborn.”
Mark Fielding
Sarah-Jane Vincent is a digital marketing expert, self-education mastermind, data-obsessed, algorithm avenger, detail-loving self-care activist, determined as heck achiever, mom to a diva in the making and ultimate small business supporter.
She is the founder & CEO of Miss Content Creative, and Digital Tribe, a collection of high converting social media and business templates for women entrepreneurs. She is also the founder and organiser of Digital Picnic, a leading Social and Digital Media Marketing Conference.
“Don't be afraid to speak up for what you believe in. If it doesn't align with your values, it's not worth it.
We learn by doing – doing well, doing not so well, failing hard, and doing better.”
Sarah-Jane Vincent
Paul Richmond is Business Development Manager at TEKenable, a Dublin software company focused on digital evolution for large Irish Corporates and public sector clients.
Prior to joining TEKenable, Paul managed the 'Sage at Schools' programme for accounting software company SAGE Ireland.
“The most important thing I learned was the importance of listening. You can always do more than you think. It's much easier to persuade the customer to go with your solution when you know it's the best in the market.”
Paul Richmond
Louise McDonnell has been working in the area of Digital Marketing since 2009 and she has trained and coached over 14000 people on how to use social media as a marketing tool.
She has trained over 8000 online students over the last 12 months and runs LIVE training sessions every month through her online social media training platform, www.sellonsocial.media.
“Employers can now see that their employees are happier, living where they want to live but still getting their work done. When they have a better work-life balance, they are happier and more productive.”
Louise McDonnell
Pat Kane is the founder of reuzi, a one-stop-shop for minimal waste lifestyle based in Dublin, Ireland.
Pat runs her business (physical store & website) and also showcases her products and services at markets and pop-up shops across the country. Pat has graduated from Cambridge University in Business Sustainability Management.
“Do the best you can until you know better. Then do better. You can do anything but not everything: Prioritise!”
Pat Kane
Barry is the Managing Director of Sage in Ireland. With a background in small businesses, he leapt into the corporate world in 2011.
His prior background in running SMEs and his extensive international experience in direct and channel businesses has allowed him to apply a rational and customer-centric approach.
Barry has more than 25 years' experience in sales and leadership in various tech and non-tech industry sectors around the world.
"Get out of your comfort zone as often as you can as it helps you to develop – And getting out of your comfort zone is actually fun most of the time, believe it or not."
Barry Murphy
Áine is an entrepreneur having established various businesses and brands within group company structures over the last 20 years.
In June 2016, she founded Ardlinn as Cpl group’s executive search brand with the aim of building an international executive search brand specialising in the recruitment of D and C-level candidates alongside complimentary advisory and consulting services.
“As time has progressed, I have been struck by just how important forging good, honest relationships is which reflects across all aspects of our lives.”Áine Brolly
Dr Jon Rudd is a highly effective national and international leader, director and high-performance coach with a broad experience in successful sporting and educational environments, including the development and coaching of high-performance athletes to win Olympic gold medals and set World records.
Jon enriches staff capabilities, develops innovative performance programmes and collaborates with international sports federations and national Olympic committees.
“If you’re looking for success that somebody else has built and piggyback on it, rather than build it yourself, it’s never as successful. I think that's absolutely key; patience and perseverance.”
Dr Jon Rudd
Sile Walsh is a psychological coach, supervisor and organisational consultant. She coaches professionals to be more successful and content in the areas of life, work and relationships.
Sile specialises in utilising authenticity to create strategic and sustainable personal and professional success, based in Dublin, working in person, online and internationally.
“Grit, resilience and the ability to accept failure repeatedly. The ability to be let down without allowing the letdown or the failure to define me. Success is about being myself and in being myself still being able to do what it is I care about effectively.”
Sile Walsh
Cassius Rayner has twenty years experience as a Camera Operator and Director on documentaries, drama, music videos, branding and corporate.
In the last six years, Cassius has been dedicated to creating content using an iPhone to film with and has shot various projects across the world.
He has worked in the USA, Chile, Brazil, China, Ethiopia, Europe and Hong Kong. Since 2017 Cassius has received 12 international film awards for his films.
“This isn't a 9-5 job, it's a way of life, your work is apart of you, and you are apart of it. Never reach perfection - to me, the word doesn't exist, until I retire or drop dead on a film shoot I will never stop learning and so never reach perfection - because of what's beyond that - embrace your flaws, mistakes and always move forward.”
Cassius Rayner
Krissy Gibson founded Take the Cake in February 2017. It has grown at a fast pace because of the quality of her cakes.
In 2019, their best-selling Carrot Cake won a Great Taste Award through The Guild of Fine Food. Based in Mulhuddart, Take the Cake doubled the size of their bakery in April 2019.
“Listen to your instincts – they are your only true compass. You cannot plot your course based on others' paths and experiences. Don't get distracted by outside 'noise'.”
Krissy Gibson
Janni Sjostrand, Swedish. Living in Ireland for over ten years. She moved to Ireland because she thought Ireland was the best place for her to follow her passion, horses. In 2016 Imagine Sporthorses was founded, and it has since sold and exported hundreds of horses. They are also breeders and active within Showjumping in Ireland.
“Regardless if you are trying to build a million euro industry, and have thousands of employees, or you want to run a small business with a particular ethos, you need to figure out how to "do you" and go for it. Then work-life will always be easy.”
Janni Sjostrand
Conor Battigan is Chief Executive Officer of Sandyford Business District, the largest business improvement district on the island of Ireland and home to 1,000 companies employing over 26,000 people.
“Success can be measured on a number of levels. If the balance sheet is healthy or stakeholders and customers hold you in high regard, and you have struck a good work-life balance, then you have it nailed. The key learning in life for me is that you shouldn’t be afraid to say no.”
Conor Battigan
Branka Injac Misic is Co-Founder of GigSuper – a superannuation fund built on the simple idea that you shouldn’t need to be a finance expert to do super properly when you’re self-employed. Branka currently looks after CX and community at GigSuper.
“There’s no use in wasting hours and hours nose-deep in theory. The only way to get really good at crafting great experiences is to roll your sleeves up, get to deeply know the people whose problems you’re solving, and do the work – always testing and iterating.”
Branka Injac Misic
Jude Browne started her working life as a psychologist, turned London agency account planner - fascinated why people chose 'this' over 'that'. After a spell at News International plc, sharpening her commercial skills, Jude took leave off work to study full-time for an MBA in London, to learn the theory behind the practice.
“Defend your ideas, contest ideas, and remember the golden rule: "this is supposed to be fun".
Just be the best that you can be—every day. And don't beat yourself up, because tomorrow is another day.”
Jude Browne
Orla Walsh is a full-time artist. From the very first set of drawings being taken to the Waldock Gallery to numerous internationally recognised exhibitions. Orla has accomplished a lot and has worked closely with a growing number of global brands and commissions. Orla has an impressive portfolio of work.
“Be confident in your work. Heinz is a worldwide brand that bought my very first ketchup paintings, and I have been blessed to work with over the years.”
Orla Walsh
Caragh O'Carroll, Fujitsu Distinguished Engineer, has a keen interest in data strategy and the potential of data-centric companies. Her particular focus at present is unpicking the 'value from data' concept – finding the keys to actually extracting value.
“As technology moves forward, our need for empathy remains. Empathy is fundamental to effective adoption of a technology change. We should also be selective in what we de-humanise, and we should determine where it is beneficial to retain the human element.”
Caragh O'Carroll
PJ Byrne is Chief Executive Officer of flexifi, a consumer finance company whose parent company is listed on the Australian Stock Exchange.
Starting his career as an engineer, he pivoted to the hospitality industry before ending up in financial services where he has demonstrated his entrepreneurial ability, scaling companies in domestic and international marketplaces.
“Don't be afraid to try something that you believe will and can work. If it doesn't work, learn from it and try again. Never stop trying and always be yourself.”
PJ Byrne
Gala Tomasso was born in Edinburgh and brought up in the new town of Livingston, West Lothian. Gala followed her family and moved to the West of Ireland in 2000, currently settled in Connemara with strong roots in Clare and Galway county.
“Draw every day, create every day. Don't be perturbed by rejection or opinions because you are the only person that can do what you do. People put a monetary value on everything; there's more to it than finance.”
Gala Tomasso
Lorna has worked for Sage for almost 18 years, currently in the role of operations manager. She has experience in customer service, sales, business development and marketing and has previously been awarded the Irish Digital Sales Champion award. She is a qualified Coach and Riding Instructor. She is a keen amateur equestrian competing at dressage and eventing and runs her own equestrian blog Equestrian Reality.
“Start thinking of your work in terms of processes and solutions. I believe you can take a solution-based approach to anything and improve it. Reach out to managers and colleagues involved in the area you want to work in and build relationships and get involved.”
Lorna Keogh
Peter started work in 1987 with a UK software house specialising in safety-critical and high-quality software development. Deloitte and Touche Management Consulting Group subsequently bought the software house where Peter remained and led the Sybase technology practice and supported the equivalent Oracle group.
“It is much easier said than done, but happiness is wanting what you have, not having what you want. Work out what you really want, what is important to you, what you will regret not doing when you die and do that.”
Peter Rose
Angela Henderson is an author, entrepreneur, business coach for women, speaker, blogger, mother, and a mental health clinician of 15 + years. After continually getting asked for business advice.
Angela found herself in front of women entrepreneurs who had the right ideas and bucketloads of skill but didn't know how to translate that into a thriving, sustainable business. Determined to change that, she started Angela Henderson Consulting in 2017.
“I want people to remember me as being a woman who was a leader and cared for humanity. The world isn't about us, it's about all of us.”
Angela Henderson
Jess Kelly is a Radio and TV Broadcaster. She is Newstalk's Technology Correspondent, hosts 'Tech Talk' on Saturday evenings at 5 pm, and also joins Pat Kenny every Tuesday on 'The Pat Kenny Show'. She also regularly contributes to 'Newstalk Breakfast' and 'The Hard Shoulder' with Ivan Yates also on Newstalk.
“Tech is a fast-paced sector, and some people need or want to have things explained to them. I look at the responsibility that comes with my job. I would like for people to be brought along with me – rather than getting left behind.”
Jess Kelly
Lorraine Higgins is a former Senator, barrister, and a highly experienced public policy professional, media commentator and strategist. She has worked as an external consultant to several blue-chip multinational companies and was previously CEO of Ireland’s largest retail representative body.
“Anything worth doing doesn’t come easy. You have to plan and look for ways around issues or challenges and keep positive until you achieve.”
Lorraine Higgins
Karl was raised and educated in Ireland. A college drop-out when the side-line business—he founded started to make some serious money. Sold that business in 1992 (he was 21), and went on a backpack world tour.
“Everyone can teach you something. – I remind myself of that lesson whenever I'm at a dinner or event next to someone I initially believe I've nothing in common with, I say to myself "right, let's learn something new", and inevitably I do.”
Karl Llewellyn
Vigne Kozacek is the founder and Director of Innovation Squad Ltd, creator of the Digital Chaperone App to help parents manage children's smart devices. Consultant and Senior Technology Advisor to Operators, Suppliers and Regulators in the Gambling and iGaming Industry in Europe, Middle East, Africa, North America and Latin America.
“Repeating the same failures over and over again and expecting a different outcome isn't wise, so make sure that you take time to absorb the lessons from your failures and carry those lessons with you to ensure you don't repeat them.”
Vigne Kozacek
Jill Holtz is Co-Founder of Mykidstime.com, an award-winning information website for parents.
Mykidstime has grown from a local Galway listings directory to one of the most trusted online brands for parents in Ireland.
“When you make a mistake, put your hand up straight away and get it fixed as quickly as you can. That's more likely to win your loyalty longer term than hiding from the failure.”
Jill Holtz
Jennifer Kenny speaks, mentors, trains and facilitates Human Innovation, with a specific focus on two of the big levers of innovation: technology and gender diversity. Her work is founded on Systems Thinking and Language Action Design and human-centred Design.
Jennifer has held senior consulting positions with Accenture, Booz Allen and Gartner, senior executive roles with Wells Fargo and Cisco, and was CIO, SRI International (formerly Stanford Research Institute) where she designed and led the enterprise's IT transformation program.
“If you have made 1; 10; 100; 1,000; 1,000,000 beings (people, plants, animals, ecosystems) lives' better because of your existence, then you have been successful.”
Jennifer Kenny
Stuart Lynn is a renowned technology business leader and former executive of the Sage Group PLC. More recently, alongside running his own consultancy business. Stuart is a Non-Executive Director at Newcastle Strategic Solutions Ltd, and a Visiting Professor and Industrial Advisory Board Chair at the University of Sunderland.
“I can attest to the statement that if you do something you love, you'll never work another day in your life.”
Stuart Lynn
Nick Myers is the Founder and CEO of RedFox AI in Madison, WI in the US RedFox AI helps give brands a voice by leveraging the power of AI and voice assistant technologies like Alexa and Google Assistant.
Nick is a TEDx and International Keynote Speaker having spoken across the US and the world in countries like Australia and Thailand; on topics ranging from Artificial Intelligence and the future of work, social media in the era of Artificial Intelligence, and how any organization can give themselves a voice (literally) using voice assistant technologies like Alexa and Google Assistant.
“It is a commitment, unlike any other. All companies, no matter the size, start out small and must work their way up with a lot of patience and persistence. Know that the journey is what matters more than reaching the end.”
Nick Myers
Amanda Webb works alongside savvy marketers and business owners to build online marketing strategies that deliver their business goals.
Her blog has won awards nationally and internationally, and she just loves to talk about marketing.
“I love learning, and I love passing that knowledge on to other people. It's those little sparks that make me feel the joy in what I do.”
Amanda Webb
Gina London is a globally recognized leadership communications expert. With clients in five continents, she represents some of the top companies and executives in the world. An Emmy-winning former CNN correspondent and anchor, Gina brings her passion for people and helping leaders tell their stories better to whatever event she is privileged to be a part of.
“I'm convinced that anyone can develop their own natural traits into the skills they desire. This is the crux of the growth mindset.
Ask more questions about people. Cultivate your interest in the world and its people. Travel more. Say yes.”
Gina London
Melissa Snover is the Founder & CEO of Nourished and Scripted. Melissa Snover (aka Melissa Burton) is an entrepreneur, visionary, and a trendsetter in the world of food technology and 3D printing. She is passionate about developing innovations which offer solutions to her customers, challenge her competitors, and disrupt current market offerings.
“I would advise anyone looking to start their own business to make sure it is something they are truly passionate about and that they really see the value in it.”
Melissa Snover
Paul is Director of Strategy Management Consultants Ltd, helping companies to implement transformative change. During his career, Paul Doherty has set up two language service companies: The Language Technology Centre, which became a $25M business merged into Xerox Language Services, and Multilingual Technology Ltd, which he sold to Berlitz during the .com era.
“A failure is an event, not a person. When things go wrong, it is so tempting to find someone to blame, either yourself or other people. However, failure is almost always a process error, not a human error. Learn from the mistake and improve the process.”
Paul Doherty
Catherine Ploue-Smithhas an international professional background, that spans 4 countries and two continents, with 25 years experience across a broad range of industries, including Education, Networking and Security, International Shipping and Forwarding, Software, Consulting and SaaS.
“Tomorrow is another day. Each day is a chance to do better and work towards our goals, so no need to focus too much on the past, and what could have been, but learn the lesson and move on.”
Catherine Ploue-Smith
People are crucial, and so having the good fortune of leading marketing and relationship management develops a right instinct as to what products/services are going to succeed - from needs analysis and concept testing through to market engagement and continuous improvement.
Consequently, I believe (and often wax lyrical) that it is critical that we look far more 'outside-in' than 'inside out' (a typical failing of many a business as they believe so much in themselves - often leading to a false perception of self-importance and completely missing the current & prospective customers, their influencers and all the other key external drivers).
“If I were to reflect on what I could have done better from earlier days, then it would have been to push the boundaries even harder.”
Kevin Hart
Ben Wainwright is the Co-Founder and CTO of Abodoo the fastest-growing smart working careers platform for accurate hiring and reduced bias through technology.
His IT career with over 15 years of experience has encompassed diverse industries such as recruitment, telecommunications, media, and digital licensing technology.
“Intuition is cultivated from all of your life experiences, no matter how big or small. Learn how to listen to others but also listen to yourself.”
Ben Wainwright
Dave has a passion for technology, innovation, language, and in taking an open approach to team building, solutions building, and knowledge sharing. He regularly speaks on global content and business topics and enjoys moderating industry panels and discussions.
"Someone will know how to solve this problem. Change the problem, make it about finding that person."
Dave Ruane
Sinéad Mac Aodha is the director of Literature Ireland, the national organisation for the promotion of Irish literature abroad. Literature Ireland promotes Irish literature by encouraging international publishers to choose to publish Irish writing. To achieve this aim, we run an incentivisation scheme that awards translation grants to publishers three times a year.
“It seldom hurts to be generous. Try to keep a record of everything you do – nine times out of ten, you may not need a record, but the tenth time it may be invaluable.”
Sinéad Mac Aodha
Victoria was raised in Ireland but moved to New York City in 2016. Following a successful career in marketing, she decided to take some time off for herself while pregnant to study UX Design.
“Success cannot be achieved without some failure. Don't be afraid to fail and don't beat yourself up when you do.”
Victoria Graham
Aodan Enright is an executive coach and facilitator based in Cork, Ireland. He's also the founder of Smarter Egg, a community of high-performing professionals bonded through thousands of hours of facilitated conversations, peer circles and offsite days.
He's a popular speaker at conferences and events on the topics of performance and working smarter, while also delivering workshops and programmes on these themes within organisations of all kinds.
“Be the person you want to be, in the way you want to be. Material wealth is devalued without a sense of contentment.”
Aodan Enright
“You need to surround yourself with positive people that keep you buoyant. You need to disassociate from people that make you feel flat because if you think that life is hopeless, it is. If you think that life is worth living, it is, and it’s up to you.”
Keith Keller
Keith Keller has spoken at leading events around the world and appeared on many radio shows and podcasts.
He is considered to be one of the leading authorities on Twitter marketing. He is well known internationally for his knowledge and creation of Twitter marketing strategies.
He is also a popular speaker on the subject of ‘Social Media’ (especially Twitter). He has appeared on numerous radio shows, teleseminars and webinars across the United States & Canada, UK & Europe, as well as Australasia.
Aoife O'Connell is the Founder of Yarnly a Chatbot Development Agency - "I'm Irish, and have called Sydney home for over 10 years now!" she says.
"I'm a feminist, a mother, an ouchy kisser, a snack logistic director, a tech-head, an art lover, a finder of all lost socks and an empath - I feel everything". ⠀
She believes that women and men alike, when encouraged with opportunity can unlock wonder in this world. Looking back prior to being a mother and startup founder, she felt like she was photocopying her life, and as a digital professional, Aoife worked in corporate for 10 years.
“Opportunity doesn't make appointments. If you're willing to work for it, you can get whatever your 'it' is."
Aoife O’Connell
Annemarie Cross is an Award-winning Podcast Host and Producer, Business & Personal Brand Strategist and author of Industry Thought Leader – How to Go From Invisible to Influential (and Profitable) with a Podcast.
“Nurture what comes naturally to you. Love what you do. Celebrate and learn from all of your failures. Don't let distractions and reaction drive your focus. Comparison crushes confidence.”
Annemarie Cross
Yuka is a Globalization and Localization Strategist, currently serving as the Chief Strategist at Global Bridge, a globalization consulting company that helps businesses to think, go and be global.
“Success shouldn’t be just achieving our goals but the ability to enjoy the process of achieving them.”
Yuka Ghesquière Nakasone
Julian is the Founder of J.D. Nevins Communications Inc. - one of the fastest-growing digital marketing agencies in Toronto (within a year ranked among the top 10 digital marketing agencies in Toronto on UpCity and #1 by customer reviews and among non-paying-member agencies).
“We have only failed at something once we give up. Regarding a failure as a failure rather than as growth and learning is the number one reason why people fail.”
Julian Smit
Barbara Franzoni is a digital designer and the founder of Copped On Digital Media, a business that specialises in visual storytelling and credible online presence. With a first-class honours degree in creative digital media, a professional diploma in digital marketing and an enormous passion for storytelling, design and technology, she helps clients convey their message in print, video or web. Barbara also writes for Irish Tech News.
“The day that you think you know everything is the day you decide you're not willing to learn and the world can move on without you.”
Barbara Flynn-Franzoni
Siobhan Fitzpatrick, Founder of TheNetworkingSummit. With over 30 years experience working internationally across a broad range of industries including Investment Banking, Financial Services, Aerospace, Recruitment and Not-For-Profitt, Siobhan is convinced that networking, whether online or offline, is key to the development of any successful business or career.
“Create value before you extract it. Follow your passion and if it's important enough, make it happen.”
Siobhan Fitzpatrick
Sally Poff until recently was based in Kuala Lumpur Malaysia, as General Manager of Enterpryze APJ. Sally's role here was to lead up the Enterpryze APJ Team in the KL Office, and to expand the Team into other Markets in SE Asia and to ensure exceptional Customer Service and work with the Partner Channel to drive Enterpryze within the market.
“I have been lucky to work for some great individuals; however, it was one in particular who threw challenges my way, because he had faith in me that I didn't have in myself.”
Sally Poff
Garry Crawford is a Professor of Cultural Sociology at the University of Salford, UK. His teaching and research primarily focus on audiences and patterns of consumption. Garry has a particular interest in video game culture and sports fans.
“Pay yourself first. So, do other things first! Put first, pursuing new things, new projects, new ideas, or just giving yourself some good mental health time.”
Garry Crawford
Samantha Kelly is a leading Social Media Strategist, Speaker and Trainer. She owns and operates Tweeting Goddess. With the support of her team.
She plans and delivers effective social media strategies to businesses and entrepreneurs, harnessing the power of social media and the online community.
“Why spend your whole life trying to fit in when you were born to stand out.”
Samantha Kelly
Helen Yu believes growth thrives at the crossroads of #tech and #humanity. As CEO and founder of Tigon Advisory, Ms Yu helps start-up technology founders accelerate growth while creating deeper customer experiences. Described as “a rare combination of intellect, work ethic, and compassion often not found in C-level executives,” Helen has led multibillion-dollar revenue growth and profitability for early-stage start-ups, pre-IPOs and Fortune 500 enterprises - including Oracle, Adobe and Marketo.
“Never box yourself into a field what your degree says. Always proactively explore, expand and reinvigorate yourself.”
Helen Yu
Hannah Gibson, Artist In Residence at University for the Creative Arts. Whilst studying Geology at the University of Edinburgh Hannah became fascinated by the mineralogy and the reactions between various elements, metals and compounds. This led her towards a passion for the alchemy of glass.
“I am proud that I have stayed true to myself. It is possible to combine your 'work' and your passions.”
Hannah Gibson
Vanessa Tierney, Co-Founder & Executive Chairperson at Abodoo. Remote Tech Entrepreneur with expertise in leading global remote teams, co-working, international remote sourcing models in technology.
"Don't suppress your core feeling. Write down and share your goals. Learn from others who have been there. Everyone starts at the beginning. Life is short, so focus on living it."
Vanessa Tierney
Holly is a strong woman who has overcome the difficulties of living with cancer, finding happiness and sharing it with others who need words of comfort and joy every day. The Happy Magazine is already having a significant impact on the health and the happiness area.
*“My cancer diagnosis taught me how to live!
For me, success is happiness.”*
Holly Kennedy
Alexandra Isenegger is the CEO and co-founder of Linkilaw – the legal platform for startups. While working in a corporate law firm, Alexandra realised that the remarkable inefficiencies in the fee structures and business practices of large firms; created a business need for modern, efficient legal services for startups.
“With enough love, passion, hard work and commitment, you can achieve anything. Anyone telling you otherwise is limited by their own beliefs.”
Alexandra Isenegger
Louise is a strategic and innovative leader with circa 20 years of international experience digitally transforming and scaling businesses across global markets and multiple industries - from startups to multinationals.
“Have confidence and belief in yourself. When things are tough, don't give up, just find a different way or path. Be kind, help others, build your network of human connections and surround yourself with positive people.”
Louise O’Conor
Kathrin Bussmann, Ph.D. is the Founder & Principal at Verbaccino, an international marketing consultancy that helps businesses leverage today’s global, social, multilingual marketplace. She’s also the award-winning Producer & Host of The Worldly Marketer Podcast, a weekly audio show that explores how even small brands can go global. Her mission is to help startups and SMEs build a more global brand presence and succeed beyond their current borders.
“Know your strengths, look for the thought-leaders in your industry, and always, always keep learning.”
Kathrin Bussmann
Simon Hodgkins is the Founder of the Think Global Forum, Editor in Chief at VTQ magazine, Founder of the Think Global Awards, and Chief Marketing Officer with Vistatec, a leading global content solutions provider, HQ in Europe with operations in Mountain View California, he is also the founder/producer/host at VistaTalks.
“Who you work with can be as important as what you do.”
Simon Hodgkins
Garry Connolly is the President and Founder of award-winning Host in Ireland, a strategic global initiative created to increase awareness of the benefits of hosting digital assets in Ireland, and the capabilities of Irish companies.
“When all is said and done, let’s get more done than said. It’s all about the execution of the idea.”
Garry Connolly
Sheila Castilho graduated in Linguistics and Education from the UNIOESTE University in Brazil. She holds a joint Master in Natural Language Processing from the University of Wolverhampton –UK and the University of Algarve – Portugal.
“I used whatever tools I had to be able to get an education. It was not easy at all and looking back. I am very proud of how hard I worked and how I never let myself give up.”
Sheila Castilho
Nicole is the Co-Founder and Managing Partner of the Redsand Group, HQ-ed in London. Redsand was acquired by MIRIS AS, a Norwegian Smart Community Pioneer in May 2019 and as such Nicole also has a seat on the MIRIS Board of Directors.
“People sabotage themselves for fear of making a mistake. This is the biggest illusion as life is about trying and risking.”
Nicole Anderson