Martin Hayes is the Professor of Digital Technologies and academic lead for the UL@Work project.

Dan Potts is a seasoned career coach with over 14 years of experience working with clients from all corners of the globe. He takes a collaborative, creative, and open-ended approach to help his clients explore their passions, lead fulfilling lives, and reach their full potential as both professionals and individuals.

Pat Finnerty is a psychological coach whose aim is to help people find fulfilment in their careers and all other aspects of their lives, by focusing on their personalities and interests. Pat’s methodology is ideally suited to guiding people in the right direction in beginning their careers, finding meaning in their current careers, seeking advancement, changing job/career or returning to the workplace.

James is a certified careers coach with EMCC accreditation which means he coaches to a high standard and his work is regularly supervised. Using design thinking and positive psychology, James empowers individuals to develop the skills and mindset needed to move forward confidently. He specialises in uncovering paths for professional growth, transforming problems into solutions, and crafting a roadmap for career success.

An approachable and passionate Coach who energises and motivates clients to maximise their potential and achieve their goals. Specialising in Career Coaching, Personal Life Coaching and Executive Coaching, using the renowned GROW Model Lisa helps clients in areas such as career transition, career development, mindset coaching, interview preparation, emotional intelligence and personal & professional branding.

Owen Murray is an interview expert having worked in recruitment for 13 years. He has worked at LinkedIn, Facebook, Tik Tok and Accenture and is now the CEO/founder of urhired.ie. Owen empowers any job seeker at any level to find their dream job in less than 90 days including anyone with ADHD and/or anxiety.

John is a passionate Business Coach with a particular interest in Communications Skills Training, Personal Development and Sales Skills. As a business coach and strategist, he helps executives and professionals to make breakthroughs that take them to the next level. In addition to that, John has over 20 years of experience as an entrepreneur owning and running a business. 

With over 20 years’ experience in the voluntary and education sector Gemma has recently pivoted to being self-employed and bringing my in-depth skills to other sectors. Gemma’s hyphenated career over 25 years has seen her working in areas as far-reaching as the Favelas in Brazil. Gemma has international experience across a variety of sectors.

AirNav Ireland is a commercial semi-state company employing approximately 630 people at six locations around Ireland. They are interested in recruiting staff for their Student Controller Programme in Ballycasey Shannon. Candidates can be from a wide varied of backgrounds with 2 Higher Level “C’s” or the equivalent as the only minimum educational requirement. An interest or experience in aviation isn't essential and their is huge potential at their Shannon operation.

Peter is a member of the Business Development Team at the Department of Online, Flexible & Professional Development (OFPD) at ATU. Peter has over 20 years’ experience in leadership and management roles within the Defence Forces. He has also spent time working as a qualified career guidance practitioner in the Defence Forces and with ATU which have honed his skills in understanding the educational needs of both traditional and non-traditional students.

Martin Hayes is the Professor of Digital Technologies and academic lead for the UL@Work project.