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