Joanne Hession

Since her teenage years, Joanne Hession has been asking herself one question, over and over: am I on the right path – and if not, what am I going to do about it? That question took her from a Bachelor of Commerce and a Master’s in Business Studies at University College Dublin, including further study […]

Donal O’Brien

Donal O’Brien is founder and chairman of Abrivia Recruitment Specialists and lead partner of Abrivia Executive. With more than twenty years’ experience in executive search, recruitment and leadership consulting, he has advised multinational organisations, high-growth businesses and thousands of professionals on career development, leadership and organisational transformation. As the author of Finding Your True Passion […]

Diane Pelly

Dr. Diane Pelly is an applied behavioural scientist, behavioural economist, and founder of Behavioural Science At Work, an applied behavioural science consultancy that helps individuals and organisations apply evidence-based behavioural insights to improve decision-making, wellbeing and performance. Drawing on more than 30 years of experience across the private, public and academic sectors, Diane’s work is […]

Brian Pennie

Brian Pennie is a doctor of neuroscience and psychology, a lecturer at Trinity College Dublin, an author, an award-winning TV presenter, a podcast host, and the founder of Change is Possible. Having transformed his own life after overcoming heroin addiction in 2013, Brian now works with individuals and organisations around the world to show that […]

Mary McBride

Mary McBride is an accomplished coach, communication strategist, and consultant to enterprise leaders around the globe. As head of the leadership development practice at Strategies for Planned Change, she empowers executives to navigate complex organisational challenges and drive meaningful transformation. Mary is the designer and leader of Pratt Institute’s international graduate programs in Creative Enterprise […]

Tren’ness Woods-Black

Tren’ness Woods-Black is a visionary strategist, culture-preneur, and global ambassador of hospitality—widely known as ‘The Queen of Hospitality’ for her dynamic ability to turn cultural authenticity into commercial and community success. Tren’ness is a lifelong advocate for social equity, entrepreneurship, and cultural preservation, transforming communities through alliances and connections. She has raised hundreds of thousands […]

Mary Mayenfisch-Tobin

A Lecturer on Business Law, Ethics, Human Rights and Business, Mayenfisch-Tobin is a global thought-leader and speaker. She is an accredited mediator and an independent advisor on Business and Human Rights. As Director of the US Pepperdine University Swiss programme (2006-2012), she taught and supervised the internship programme, working with corporations, civil society organisations and […]

Kingsley Aikins

Kingsley Aikins is the co-founder and CEO of The Diaspora Institute(TDI). In collaboration with his colleagues in TDI he has contributed to diaspora engagement in over 50 countries. He has written extensively on the topic and developed a range of online training programmes on diaspora. He is also the founder and  CEO of The Networking […]

Padraig Walsh

Padraig Walsh is a Chartered Behavioural Psychologist and Director of ChangeAble Behaviour Solutions. He works with organisations, public bodies, and individuals across Ireland, Europe and the UK, helping translate behavioural science into practical strategies that support better decision-making, healthier habits, and meaningful life transitions. Padraig’s work focuses on how people respond to moments of change-career […]