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Dr. Siobhán Dowling is a Senior Lecturer in Education at the School of Education, University College Cork (UCC), with expertise in Religious Education, Music Education, and the intersection of The Arts in Education. She earned her PhD from the University of Wales, Trinity St David, Lampeter, UK, in 2011 and has served in both teaching and administrative roles at UCC since 1998, including Director of the Structured PhD in Education. Education: PhD (2011) in Biblical and Musical Reception History, University of Wales, Trinity St David. Current Roles: Senior Lecturer, Tutor, Placement Supervisor, Director of Structured PhD in Education. Her research focuses on the reception history of biblical narratives in music , particularly themes like the Sacrifice of Isaac, Eve, and the Book of Samuel. She explores collaborative learning in teacher education and integrates creative pedagogy in Religious Education. Her work spans interdisciplinary analysis of the Bible’s influence on music, art, and cultural identity. The 15 most recent publications highlight her pioneering work on biblical stories in musical compositions (2025), visual and musical reception of Dives (2024), and peer-reviewed studies on collaborative learning (2023). Her contributions to the Encyclopedia of the Bible and its Reception (2025–2016) cover topics like patriarchs, psalms, and gendered biblical figures. Scientific Awards: Recipient of two book awards in the USA for co-authored work 'The Bible in Music: A Dictionary of Songs, Works and More' (2015). Research Grants and Supervision: Awarded multiple Erasmus+ Staff Mobility Grants (2023, 2014) for international training and a Kurt Weill Foundation Travel Award (2014). Supervised PhD, MEd, and PME students while serving as Internal/External Examiner. Leadership: Coordinated UCC’s Cohort PhD in Education (2001–2014) and led the MAAP in Guidance and Counseling program. Delivered invited seminars at KU Leuven, University of Tuebingen, and Trinity College Dublin.

• Women Philosophers of Education
• Collaborative Learning
• Religious Education
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Fidelma White is a Senior Lecturer in the School of Law at University College Cork (UCC), Ireland. She holds a Higher Doctorate (LL.D.) from the National University of Ireland and has been affiliated with UCC since 1995, previously teaching at the University of Sheffield (1991–1995). Her research focuses on commercial law, e-commerce, consumer law, and public sector audit. She has advised numerous national and EU institutions, including the European Parliament and the Competition and Consumer Protection Commission. Education: LL.B. and B.C.L. from UCC (1988–1989), LL.M. in International Business Law (London School of Economics, 1991), and an LL.D. (2009). She also holds postgraduate qualifications in teaching and learning in higher education (2019–2020). Research Interests: White’s work emphasizes digital markets, consumer protection, and EU regulatory frameworks. She has led projects funded by the Irish Research Council and EU initiatives, exploring topics like cross-border online gambling and digital content regulation. Awards: Recipient of UCC’s President’s Award for Excellence in Teaching (2009) and the Partnership Award for Innovative Teaching (1994). She has also contributed to numerous peer-reviewed journals and authored/co-authored books on consumer law and commercial practices. Grants & Collaborations: Over €120,000 in research funding, including a €105k study on EU legal frameworks for online gambling (2019–2024). Collaborations include projects with Mary Donnelly and Louise Crowley at UCC, and international work with institutions like KU Leuven and the European Commission. Teaching: Specializes in commercial law, e-commerce law, and legal education. She has designed innovative programs like the eLaw Summer Institute, integrating technology into legal pedagogy. External Roles: External examiner at UCD, Griffith College Dublin, and other institutions. She also serves on advisory committees for consumer legislation and EU policy initiatives.

• Commercial Law
• E-Commerce Law
• Consumer Law
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Denise Neary is a Professor and Doctoral Studies Coordinator at the Royal Irish Academy of Music (RIAM), overseeing doctoral supervision and research methods in musicology. Previously, she was Senior Lecturer at Canterbury Christ Church University, UK. She organizes international guest lectures at RIAM and actively participates in academic societies such as the Society for Musicology in Ireland (SMI) and Performance Research Ireland. Her research focuses on 17th- to 19th-century music in Ireland and Britain, particularly church music and artistic research. She has supervised numerous doctoral dissertations, including studies on Beethoven, Schubert, and Irish choral traditions. Affiliations: RIAM (current), SMI (Council Member since 2009), RILM National Committee of Ireland. Educations: Extensive academic background in musicology, with research concentrated on historical performance practices and institutional music history. Her research interests span Irish musical heritage, cathedral music in England, and the evolution of artistic research methodologies. Recent work includes exploring performance as academic practice and the role of music in 17th-century Irish parish churches. She has contributed to major publications like the Encyclopedia of Music in Ireland (2013) and presented at international conferences on topics such as ‘Artistic Research in Music’ (2018). Denise has supervised over 20 doctoral students since 2010, specializing in performance analysis of classical and contemporary works. She also serves on advisory boards for Irish Musical Studies and collaborates internationally on projects like the ‘Doctors in Performance’ conference series. Labs/Teams: Leads the Doctoral Studies Program at RIAM, fostering interdisciplinary research in musicology and performance.

• Musicology
• Historical Music Studies
• Church Music History
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Colm McLaughlin is a Professor of Employment Relations at the UCD School of Business. He serves as Vice-Principal for Equality, Diversity and Inclusion at the College of Business, Co-Director of the UCD Centre for Business and Society (CeBaS), and UN Principles for Responsible Management Education (PRME) Coordinator. He holds a PhD from the University of Cambridge and has held academic roles at the University of Auckland and postdoctoral positions at Cambridge, alongside industry experience in local government and hospitality. Education : BA and MComm (University of Auckland), PhD (University of Cambridge). Research Interests : Comparative employment relations, institutional regulation, gender equality, training systems, and low-paid work. Professional Appointments : Research Associate at Cambridge’s Centre for Business Research, Visiting Fellow at the University of Sydney and Victoria University Wellington. His recent research focuses on immigration policy as a skills supply mechanism in liberal market economies, trade union legitimation politics, and reflexive regulation frameworks. He has examined how ideational power resources shape labour relations and contributed to debates on corporate social responsibility and sustainable HRM practices. His work bridges theory and practice, particularly in case method pedagogy reform. Colm has received multiple awards, including the AMLE Best Article Winner (2017), Academy of Management Dark Side Case Competition Winner (2013), and University Teaching Excellence Awards (2020). His publications appear in prestigious journals such as Industrial Relations , Journal of Industrial Relations , and Academy of Management Learning and Education . He has served on editorial boards for Industrial Relations: A Journal of Economy and Society and Journal of Industrial Relations , and held leadership roles in committees like BITCI Leadership for Sustainability and the SDG Engagement Working Group.

• Comparative Employment Relations
• Institutional Regulation
• Gender Equality in Labour Markets
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Aideen Quilty is Associate Professor of Gender Studies and Social Justice at University College Dublin (UCD), where she also serves as Head of School for the School of Social Policy, Social Work and Social Justice and as Associate Dean of Social Sciences. With academic responsibility for all social science undergraduate degrees and programs at UCD, she plays a significant leadership role in one of the university's largest academic units. Her educational background includes a BEd, M Equality Studies, and PhD from Maynooth University, along with a Diploma in Public Relations from the Public Relations Institute of Ireland. Her academic journey reflects a deep commitment to social justice, equality, and community engagement. Professor Quilty's research is profoundly interdisciplinary, weaving together gender studies, queer theory, human geography, and adult education. Her work centers on two major strands: LGBTQI+ experiences in higher education and society, and widening participation in higher education through spatial theory and critical pedagogies. She approaches her scholarship as a form of critical civic practice, seeking to challenge normative structures and promote social change through education. Her research consistently addresses issues of intersectionality, particularly how gender, sexuality, and spatial positioning affect educational access and outcomes. Her publication record demonstrates a consistent focus on LGBTQI+ issues, particularly youth homelessness and educational inclusion. The most recent articles show an increasing emphasis on spatial justice and the intersections of gender, sexuality, and place. Her work consistently applies queer and feminist theoretical frameworks to practical educational and social contexts, with a strong focus on Irish society while maintaining a European perspective through transnational collaborations. Professor Quilty has received numerous prestigious awards recognizing her excellence in teaching and commitment to student learning: University teaching excellence award (2022) Research Fellowship in teaching and learning from UCD (2019-2021) University Award for Outstanding Contribution to Student Learning (2017) College Teaching and Learning excellence award (2017) UCD Values in Action (VIA) award for her work on the Active Bystander Programme As an advisor, Professor Quilty supervises PhD students working in LGBQI+ and transgender scholarship and EDI in higher education. Her grant activity includes significant projects such as the first nationally funded qualitative research investigation into LGBTQI+ Youth Homelessness in Ireland (2018-2020) and a transnational ERASMUS+ research project developing an LGBTQI+ Inclusion Index for Higher Education Institutions in Europe (2020-2023), which she leads as Principal Investigator. She was also Co-PI on the EU-funded DAPHNE programme (2013-15) exploring LGBTQ youth empowerment. Professor Quilty co-directs the innovative research centre for Gender, Feminisms and Sexualities (CGFS) and works closely with community outreach partners, particularly the Women's Collective Ireland (WCI), as a trusted 'critical friend.' Her work bridges academic research with practical community engagement, creating meaningful connections between university resources and social justice initiatives. She is currently conducting a cross-university impact evaluation research project on the Bystander Programme (2021-22) and serves on the Royal Irish Academy's interdisciplinary committee of social sciences.

• Gender Studies
• Social Justice
• LGBTQI+ Research
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Dr. P.J. White is a Senior Lecturer and Research Director at the Department of Humanities and designCORE at South East Technological University (SETU). He also holds adjunct roles at McMaster University (Adjunct Full Professor) and the McMaster Institute for Research on Aging, Canada. His expertise lies in Product and Service Design, with a focus on Aging, Co-Design, and Interdisciplinary Research. Education: PhD in Product Design (Maynooth University, 2012), National Diploma in Industrial Design (2002), and a Bachelor’s in Industrial Design (2002). Research interests include aging-related design, participatory design methodologies, and addressing the digital divide in aging populations. Key projects involve health services co-design (HSE), dementia standards development (NSAI), and global collaborations in Uganda and Mozambique. Notable awards include the Gerontological Society of America David A. Peterson Award (2020) and design accolades from the Institute of Designers Ireland (2002, 2015). He supervises PhD students and has led funded projects like the SFI-supported labor market digital tools initiative. As SETU’s representative in Carlow’s Age Friendly Alliance, he bridges academia and policy. His work spans 53 publications, including high-impact journal articles and conference contributions.

• Ageing
• Product Design
• Service Design
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Bernie Grummell is an Associate Professor in the Departments of Education and Adult & Community Education at Maynooth University , part of the Faculty of Social Sciences. They co-direct the Doctorate in Higher and Adult Education Programme, the Structured PhD in Adult & Community Education, and the Centre for Research in Adult Learning and Education. They serve on the Social Science Research Subcommittee and the Athena Swan Committee, and engage actively with policy, community, and civil society organizations. Research Interests: Grummell’s work focuses on social justice, inclusion, and transformation across education and society. Current projects include the TUTOR teachers academies (Erasmus+), Youthreach staff wellbeing, and transformative community education in Malawi and Zambia. Past research includes adult literacy initiatives for ALOA and policy briefings for SOLAS, ETBI, and NALA. Publications & Projects: Key works include edited volumes on critical adult education research (Brill/Sense, 2020) and Power and Possibility in Adult Education (Brill, 2019). They led the DISCs project on societal challenges in higher education and contributed to EU-funded initiatives like HE4U2 (cultural inclusion) and Unlocking Freedom (disability de-institutionalisation). Policy Contributions: Grummell has authored submissions to Ireland’s National Access Plan, Department of Further and Higher Education strategies, and the Student Grant Scheme (SUSI) review, advocating for equitable access and inclusive education policies. Teaching & Leadership: Their roles include curriculum development for social justice teaching in Irish higher education and guidelines for intercultural learning environments in HE institutions.

• Social Justice in Education
• Adult Literacy
• Inclusive Education
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Dr. Felix Mezzanotte is an Assistant Professor of Law at Trinity College Dublin and Director of the MSc in Law and Finance Programme, a collaboration between Trinity Law School and Trinity Business School. He holds a PhD and advanced degrees from the University of East Anglia, SOAS (University of London), and the University of Warwick. His research focuses on the legal dimensions of sustainable finance, corporate sustainability reporting, investor protection, and compliance frameworks within financial markets. Academic Role: Assistant Professor of Law Affiliations: Trinity Law School, Trinity Business School (MSc Programme Director) Professional Experience: Former teaching at Hong Kong Polytechnic University, policy advisor for the World Bank, and visiting scholar at Columbia Law School and others. Dr. Mezzanotte's research interests span sustainable finance regulatory design, ESG compliance, blockchain applications in reporting, and cross-border enforcement challenges. His recent work emphasizes the legal accountability mechanisms linking corporate sustainability disclosures to investor rights under EU directives. Publications reflect a focus on EU sustainable finance policy, with analysis of regulatory complexity, blockchain innovations, and investor protection gaps. Recent articles address double materiality frameworks, impact reporting standards, and the role of robo-advisors in ESG integration. Key Award: Faculty of Business Award for Outstanding Teaching (Hong Kong Polytechnic University) Research Collaborations: European-China Law Studies Association, Columbia Center for Sustainable Investment He supervises doctoral candidates exploring topics like greenwashing prevention, non-financial disclosure obligations, and regulatory enforcement in sustainable finance contexts.

• Sustainable Finance
• Corporate Law
• Investor Protection
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Ciarán Ó Gallchóir is an Assistant Professor/Lecturer in Education at Maynooth University, specializing in initial teacher education, educational leadership, and public policy. He is affiliated with the Department of Education within the Faculty of Arts and Humanities. His research explores the intersection of identity and policy in educational contexts, emphasizing how these dynamics manifest in institutional practices. He currently leads the full-time and part-time Masters of Education programs. Key research initiatives include the HEA-funded PATH programme (supporting marginalized groups in teacher education), the Erasmus+ SUP4PCL project (Egyptian school-university partnerships), and the NCCA-funded evaluation of Junior Cycle implementation. His work spans peer-reviewed articles, conference presentations, and policy reports, addressing topics like teacher identity, digital learning frameworks, and global citizenship education. Ó Gallchóir’s publications analyze tensions in educational leadership, policy enactment, and the impact of technology on learning. He has contributed to interdisciplinary collaborations across Ireland and internationally, focusing on systemic reforms and pre-service teacher development. While no formal awards are listed, his extensive contributions to educational policy and pedagogy reflect significant scholarly impact. He leads research teams and has advised on projects such as the longitudinal study of Junior Cycle reforms. His work emphasizes bridging theoretical frameworks with practical educational challenges, particularly in marginalized communities and policy implementation.

• Teacher Education
• Educational Leadership
• Public Policy
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Dan O'Sullivan is a Lecturer at the School of Education, University College Cork (UCC), where he has been a permanent faculty member since September 2007. His career spans over four decades, beginning as a primary teacher in Cork (1977–2007) before transitioning to higher education. His doctoral research focused on beginning teacher identity formation. He currently co-directs the Postgraduate Diploma in Special Educational Needs (PDSEN) and coordinates multiple modules across UCC’s M.Ed. and PME programmes. Education: PhD in Education (Beginning Teaching), University College Cork (2014) MA in Digital Media Development in Education, University of Limerick (2006) HDCRE in Compensatory & Remedial Education, University College Cork (2000) Higher Diploma in Education, University College Cork (1981) BA in Geography, Gaeilge, and History, University College Cork (1980) BEd in Education and Gaeilge, St. Patrick's College of Education (1977) Research Focus: Dan’s research is centered on inclusive education, special educational needs (SEN), teacher identity formation, literacy, and professional development. His work investigates how beginning teachers navigate their identity in school contexts, the implementation of inclusive pedagogies, and the role of policy in shaping educational equity. Current Projects: He is Co-Principal Investigator on two major NCSE-funded projects: the Universal Design for Learning Support Model Pilot Evaluation (2024–2026) and the INCLASS study (2024–2025), both aimed at enhancing inclusive practices in Irish schools. Supervision and Mentorship: Dan co-supervises five doctoral students and has mentored numerous M.Ed. and PhD graduates. His supervision topics include teacher professional learning, autistic teacher wellbeing, alternative education, school leadership, and inclusive education for children with autism. Awards and Recognition: President's Award for Excellence in Teaching – Lifetime Contribution Award (2022) Teaching Hero Award (2021) Numerous CACSSS Research Support Fund Awards (2012–2024) Dr. Mary L. Thornton Scholarship in Education (2012) Professional Engagement: He is an active member of several national and international educational associations including AERA, BERA, EERA, ESAI, and ILSA. He regularly presents at global conferences and contributes to policy and practice through consultancy, external examining, and professional development seminars.

• Inclusive Education
• Special Educational Needs
• Teacher Identity Formation
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Prof. Dorothy Kenny is a full professor of Translation Studies at Dublin City University, affiliated with the School of Applied Language & Intercultural Studies. She holds a BA in French and German from DCU, an MSc in Machine Translation, and a PhD in Language Engineering from the University of Manchester. Her research focuses on AI in literary translation, corpus linguistics, machine translation ethics, and translation pedagogy. She led the EU-funded MultiTraiNMT project (2019–2022), developing materials for MT education. She co-edits the journal Translation Spaces and is an Honorary Fellow of the Chartered Institute of Linguists (UK). Education: BA in French and German, Dublin City University MSc in Machine Translation, University of Manchester PhD in Language Engineering, University of Manchester Research Interests: Her work bridges theoretical and applied translation studies, emphasizing corpus-based methods, machine translation ethics, and the impact of AI on literary translation. Recent projects explore customization of MT for literary texts and ethical workflows in MT. Awards & Recognition: 2020: Co-edited Fair MT: Towards Ethical, Sustainable Machine Translation 2017: Edited Human Issues in Translation Technology 2020: Honorary Fellowship from the Chartered Institute of Linguists Grants & Projects: Principal Investigator of MultiTraiNMT (EU-funded, 2019–2022) Recipient of Ulysses Travel Grant (2018–2019) for collaboration with Université Grenoble-Alpes Labs & Teams: She directs research at the Centre for Translation and Text Studies (CTTS) , fostering interdisciplinary work on translation technology and corpus linguistics.

• AI and Literary Translation
• Corpus Linguistics
• Translation Theory
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Abey Campbell is an Assistant Professor in Computer Science at the School of Computer Science, University College Dublin. He holds roles such as Deputy Programme Director for Computer Science, Director of UCD VR Lab, and 1st Year Stage Coordinator. His research focuses on Augmented Reality (AR), Virtual Reality (VR), Mixed Reality (MR), and Multi-Agent Systems with applications in education, healthcare, and human-computer interaction. Campbell has coordinated modules like Augmented and Virtual Reality, Computer Graphics, Game Development, and Mobile Computing. He earned his BSc and PhD in Computer Science from University College Dublin. His work explores touchless interaction technologies, machine learning agents in STEM education, and ethical implications of emerging technologies. Notable contributions include RenderKernel for real-time rendering systems and studies on AR's role in decision support systems. Campbell has secured a grant from Enterprise Ireland for collaborative design documentation and participates in professional activities like peer reviewing for Frontiers in Virtual Reality and IEEE conferences. His collaborative projects include developing AR tools for veterinary training and evaluating immersive VR experiences in nursing education. The UCD VR Lab under his direction focuses on applied research in spatial computing and interactive systems.

• Augmented Reality
• Virtual Reality
• Mixed Reality
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Dr. John J. Fitzpatrick is a Senior Lecturer in Process & Chemical Engineering at University College Cork (UCC) since 2008. He holds a PhD in Agricultural Engineering (Bioprocess Engineering) from Texas A&M University and has extensive industry experience, including roles at the National Dairy Products Research Centre and University College Dublin. His research focuses on Particle and Powder Technology, Sustainability, and Bioprocess Engineering, with notable contributions to dairy powder breakage mechanisms, sustainable process design, and engineering education reform. Education: PhD, Agricultural Engineering (Texas A&M, 1992) MSc, Food Engineering (University of Massachusetts, 1988) MSc, Teaching & Learning in Higher Education (UCC, 2008) Additional qualifications in Environmental Management and Sustainability. Research Interests: His work spans particle technology (food/dairy powders), sustainable energy systems, bioreactor optimization, and integrating ecological economics into engineering curricula. Recent projects include modeling oxygen transfer in bioreactors and analyzing carbon footprints of energy systems. Dr. Fitzpatrick has secured over €300k in research grants, including EU-funded projects on powder technology and Teagasc-supported studies on infant milk formula. He received the President’s Award for Excellence in Teaching (2006/7) and pioneered sustainability-focused educational initiatives at UCC. His 150+ peer-reviewed publications highlight interdisciplinary approaches to engineering challenges, emphasizing real-world applications and environmental stewardship. Grants & Awards: Walsh Fellowship (2018–2022) EU Research Training Network BIOPOWDERS (2004–2008) Teagasc-funded project on dairy powder breakage (2018–2022) Labs/Teams: Leads the Particle and Powder Science group at UCC, collaborating with industry partners like Teagasc and international universities. Active in curriculum development for sustainable engineering education programs.

• Particle and Powder Technology
• Sustainability and Environmental Engineering
• Bioprocess Engineering
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Paula Carroll is a Senior Lecturer and Researcher at South East Technological University (SETU) in the School of Health Sciences, Department of Sport and Exercise Science. She co-leads the MA in Advanced Facilitation Skills for Health and Well-Being and lectures across undergraduate and postgraduate programs since 2003. As a health promotion specialist, her work focuses on men's health, emotional intelligence, and community-based physical activity interventions. Co-Course Leader, MA in Advanced Facilitation Skills Member, Centre for Health Behaviour Research Group Associate Researcher, Centre for Men’s Health (IT Carlow) Her research expertise spans men's health promotion , facilitation skill development , community-based physical activity , and behavior change strategies . Key projects include the Men on the Move program, Football Cooperative , and On Feirm Ground farmer wellbeing initiative. She has published extensively in journals like the European Journal of Public Health , American Journal of Men’s Health , and Health Promotion International . Scientific Awards : Royal Academy of Medicine in Ireland, Donegan Medal (2001) National Postgraduate Conference Project of Most Impact (2016) HEPA Europe Early Career Research Prize (2017) Chambers Ireland Excellence in Local Government Health Award She supervises postgraduate research students at MA and PhD levels and has collaborated with institutions including the University of Aberdeen, University of Stirling, and the Health Services Research Unit. Her work appears in 47 research outputs, including 18 peer-reviewed articles and 3 book chapters.

• Health Promotion
• Men's Health
• Community-Based Physical Activity
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Melissa Sayer is an Adjunct Assistant Professor of Leadership at Trinity Business School, Trinity College Dublin, and Managing Partner/Co-founder of 6 Team Conditions Global. She specializes in organizational development through team effectiveness frameworks, working with senior leadership teams across property, finance, pharma, technology, and healthcare sectors. Her academic role focuses on executive education, where she has taught over 1500 Trinity Executive MBAs globally. Education: MBA (Trinity College Dublin) Her research explores leadership development , team effectiveness , and sustainability in business education . Recent publications examine MBA pedagogy for Grand Challenges, team coaching methodologies, and organizational resilience. Her work emphasizes practical applications through the 6 Conditions of Team Effectiveness framework. Her peer-reviewed articles (2019-2025) span topics like team coaching rigor, SDG integration in education, and leadership during crises. These publications reflect interdisciplinary interests combining management education , organizational behavior , and sustainable business practices . Scientific Award: MED Best Paper Award (2021) Melissa pioneered executive coaching integration at Trinity Business School and established a qualified coaching panel for MBA programs. She has collaborated with institutions globally while maintaining her consultancy work with high-profile clients like Santander Bank and British Land Plc.

• Leadership Development
• Organizational Development
• Team Effectiveness
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