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The Minds Behind the Results

40+ seasoned professionals united by a passion for Irish business and a commitment to results that actually matter.

Meet the Leadership Team

Our leaders bring decades of real-world experience across strategy, operations, technology, and finance — and they're all actively involved in client work.

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Conor O'Brien

Managing Partner & Co-Founder

20 years in strategy and management consulting, having worked with McKinsey, PwC and as a CEO of two Irish businesses. Conor is deeply embedded in the Irish business community and leads our strategy practice.

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Siobhán Murphy

Partner & Strategy Director

Former VP of Strategy at a FTSE 100 company and previously a senior manager at BCG Dublin. Siobhán brings an international perspective to every engagement, with particular expertise in market entry and growth strategy.

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Patrick Kelly

Partner & Operations Director

A former COO with 18 years of operational leadership in manufacturing, logistics, and retail. Patrick leads our management consulting and operations practice, with a reputation for pragmatic, high-impact programmes.

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Aoife Carroll

Partner & Digital Practice Head

A technologist and strategist with a background in enterprise software and digital transformation. Aoife has led digital programmes for clients ranging from Irish SMEs to international corporations choosing Ireland as their EU hub.

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A Team Built for Results

Beyond our leadership, our consulting team brings deep expertise across every sector and function that matters to Irish business.

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Fiona McCarthy

Senior Consultant

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Declan O'Sullivan

Principal Consultant

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Niamh Ryan

Digital Consultant

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Ciarán Burke

HR Consultant

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Eileen Fitzpatrick

Risk Consultant

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Séan Tully

Senior Analyst

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Laura Madden

Operations Consultant

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Brian Walsh

Data Analyst

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Máiréad Hogan

Change Manager

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Oisín Creagh

Finance Consultant

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Róisín Brady

Strategy Consultant

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Kevin Dunne

Tech Consultant

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A Place Where Great People Do Great Work

We've built a culture that attracts exceptional people and keeps them — by creating an environment where talent thrives, ideas are welcomed, and careers are developed.

Excellence Without Ego

We hire for talent and humility in equal measure. The best ideas win, regardless of seniority.

Psychological Safety

We encourage challenge, debate, and honest feedback — because that's how the best decisions get made.

Continuous Learning

Every consultant gets a dedicated learning budget and time for professional development — we invest in your growth.

Flexibility & Balance

Hybrid working, generous leave, and a genuine commitment to lives outside of work — because balance makes better consultants.

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Join Our Team

We're always looking for exceptional people who are passionate about Irish business and want to build a career that matters. Browse our open roles or send us your CV.

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