Who We Are: Our Approach & Values

Knowing who we are and what we stand for is critical to our end – and our clients’ success.

A grounded philosophy for real, lasting change

We believe that how we work is just as important as what we do. Our approach is intentional, people-first, and shaped by deep experience – but always tailored to the client in front of us.

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Our Team

We are a Team of diverse, yet like-minded individuals united by a commitment to doing what’s best for our clients, ourselves and our planet; and by our commonly-shared values.

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Ian McClean
CEO & Founder
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Breege McManus
COO and Senior Consultant
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Kate Motherway
Senior Consultant
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John Slattery
Senior Consultant
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Vicky Blissett
Senior Consultant
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Theresa Ninigian
Senior Consultant
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Colette Bannon
Senior Consultant
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Ailbhe O'Higgins
Project Manager
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Lorna Lawless
Consultant
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Emma Traynor
Operations Manager

Our Values

What we live by – with our clients, with each other, and in our work

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Authenticity
We show up as ourselves and encourage others to do the same.
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Partnership
We work with you, not on you. Every success is shared.
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Difference
We embrace what makes people and organisations unique.
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We are light-hearted, but never light-weight