Shane O'Brien Email & Phone Number

Ireland

Dublin, Ireland

My responsibility is to keep Three Ireland at the forefront of all mobile & connected technology, supporting the acquisition & retention of customers for both consumer and business. This is achieved through strong partnership management and commercial relations with mobile vendors maximising opportunities that are mutually beneficial. I am responsible for generating support funding for pricing, marketing and collaboration on behalf of Three while delivering returns for vendors investments.I head up the Commercial Technology Team and my teams responsibilities cover a wide spectrum from vendor relations to mobile, connected devices (IOT), core and non-core range stratagies, commercial negotiations, commercial pricing, margin contribution, go to market strategies and transformation projects. I am a member of CKH Global Central Commercial Team and represent Three Ireland supporting group negotiations with major vendors to maximise our collective business.The role is very exciting, fast moving, challenging which requires strong focus and planning.

Ireland

Ireland

My role as portfolio manager in Three Ireland is to understand and assess the latest technology in mobile and to develop the companies strategy around portfolio with a 6 to 12 month lens. I focus not only on mobile but on all operating systems and all associated technologies including LTE, MBB and NFC to name but a few.I work closely with all key stakeholders in the business and the industry to enable me to advise the on direction to help shape strategy for Three Ireland.A major part of the role is to work with all of our mobile manufacturers to develop effective partnerships and negotiate on quarterly targets and performances. I have the responsibility not only for portfolio but also for product management and go to market for devices with this I have the responsibility of managing the Product Management Team for Three Ireland.Other areas that are linked to the role is to closely work with Three Global (HWL) to ensure the best position for Three Ireland through global negotiations on mobile to further strengthen our local position.I work closely with the Products and Services team on key projects that are key for the suture of the company.Its an extremely exciting role that has constant change and is at the forefront of mobile technology in an extremely competitive market.

Dublin

Cloud 9 Mobility was set up by myself to assist businesses to develop and implement their mobile application strategy for all mobile platforms by bringing my experience and expertise to each individual project. Cloud 9 was also set up to work with mobile application developers by assisting them to further develop/grow their business through networking with key brands, sales meeting and strategy.Some of the initial customers of Cloud 9 Mobility were Nokia, Microsoft and many other local developers such as Imobile, Axonista and Mobanode. Working with brands such as RTE, Irish Times, Independent.ie, Leinster Rugby, GAA and many more.My role works directly with clients to develop their strategies within the Irish market and to project manage the development and implementation of those strategies. This format enables companies to invest in the area of mobile but without having to increase head count and can utilise the service as long as it takes to implement the strategy.I also worked on behalf of Nokia and Microsoft by engaging with Tier 1 & 2 brands in the Irish market to port their mobile applications to the Windows Phone Platform. The company not only dealt with mobile applications it also focused on second screen applications developed for iPad and tablets.

Ireland

Key Responsibilities:•Head of Nokia Services – management of programs to drive & maintain active users of Nokia Services (Nokia Store, Maps, Music & Mail)•Eco System Development – Work with app developers, brands and mobile operators to develop Nokia & Windows Phone application platforms•Developer Experience Management – Developer relations, events and programs for Symbian & liaise with Microsoft on Windows Mobile•Content Acquisition – Network with local and international brands to publish content for Nokia Store & Market Place •Management of services programs with all Operator Networks, Retail & 3rd parties supporting Nokia •Platform Revenue Generation – Program management to drive revenue on the Nokia Store App Platform•Service Strategy – Align Nokia services global strategy for the Irish market and execute

Ireland

Ireland

Master Of Science (Ms), Ibusiness - Information & Communications Technology, Second Class Honours, Grade 1

MSc in iBusiness provides knowledge, perspectives and skills with which to effectively manage innovation in businesses and organisations.

Dip Business Management