The Global Interview

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!

Holly Kennedy