KEY ACHIEVEMENTS: Created a vision and formulated a strategy which secured long-term buy-in from partners | Aligned with partners’ objectives to optimise their successes resulting in renewed commitment | Identified and delivered strategic goals and outcomes for phase II (2015-2017) | Demonstrated highly effective resource management | Ensured good governance and compliance with partners, funders and third-party contractors | Influenced operational decisions without direct line management influence | Leveraged strong relations with external stakeholders to maximise ROI on funding allocation | Successfully instigated a strategic review process during 2017 | Delivered effective and responsive interactions with relevant external partners and stakeholders | Ensured goal alignment within a triple-helix environment, supporting new working partnerships | Became a recognised and respected champion for the project, nationally and internationally | Instigated national pilot initiatives including the Startup Manifesto (2016) and the Entrepreneurs Passport (2015) | Led and promoted initiatives to deliver growth and profile opportunities | Secured right for Cork to host the Startup Nations 2016 – a first for Europe | Positioned Cork as the lead region nationally in the delivery of the Startup Gathering 2015 | Built significant brand awareness, on and off-line at regional, national and international level | Promoted awareness through public speaking opportunities and event participation | Secured regular coverage and commentary across broadcast, digital and print media | Consulted with government bodies, regional representatives and other relevant stakeholders | Fostered and leveraged contact with a network of national and global organisations | Managed reporting and follow up with Chair, Management Board, Steering Group and funders | Multi-award winner at national and global level.

KEY ACHIEVEMENTS: Developed the strategic plan for company expansion 2012 – 2015 | Delivered bespoke and winning training solutions to fit with client requirements | Identified key public and private partners to support delivery of the company’s vision | Motivated, coached, mentored and assisted companies in pre, startup or growth phase | Developed customised training solutions to meet market demands | Networked successfully with partner organisations to establish strong working relationships.

KEY ACHIEVEMENTS: Managed actions for the town as a pilot priority area under the County Development Plan | Identified and directed four major initiatives appropriate to local economic growth | Led idea generation, business startup and economic growth in the community | Advised startups and entrepreneurs on company structure and strategic growth plans | Facilitated unity and cohesion between five key community interest groups | Worked positively with partner organisations to achieve consensus and cohesion | Liaised successfully with external stakeholders at regional and national level | Produced quarterly reports, successful funding applications and weekly press releases.

KEY ACHIEVEMENTS: Developed and implemented a successful growth strategy, increasing turnover by 300% over four-year period, adjusting to leaner work practices during recession | Successfully managed change and adjusted work practices whilst maintaining morale and staff engagement | Developed, implemented & ensured compliance with performance standards company-wide | Continuously reviewed and improved quality of product and service across all business functions | Strategically positioned the company as No 2 in the marketplace.

KEY ACHIEVEMENTS: Implemented the strategic agenda, positioning the company as No 1 in the marketplace | Positioned the company as market leader | Increased turnover by 40% at a regional level | Successfully delivered all operational functions to the highest standard | Led implementation of ISO throughout the company | Developed quality systems and internal organisational structures at a regional level | Served as the company’s internal auditor and delivering 100% compliance.