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.
She is adept at supporting those in marginalised and disadvantaged communities through creating environments that are responsive, empathetic and tailored to the diverse strengths of each individual. Her work has brought her into Irish Prisons working with clients and into boardrooms and classrooms. Gemma has vast experience leading teams in both the voluntary and educational sector while establishing her own Education, Training and Coaching business in tandem.
She has demonstrable skills in leadership, training programme design, development and delivery, facilitation, operational excellence and relationship development. Passionate about education and driven by participation, positivity and feeling part of something bigger.
Her coaching experience ranges from CEOs to solopreneurs and graduates. Gemma has trained in Coaching with Neuroscience and uses a whole-system approach when Coaching clients.
Gemma’s values include authenticity, integrity, honesty, trust, drive, ambition, self-fulfilment & a genuine interest in humans. Gemma is an emotionally intelligent and energising people leader and educator. She manages through influence to drive results and motivate trust.
“I strive to be the kind of leader who embraces the realities of life and family while also driving high standards and a strong work ethic. I always challenge the status quo and foster a culture of continuous improvement. I love collaborating with others and bring my energy and enthusiasm to every interaction.”
Gemma is a fluent Spanish and Portuguese speaker with a high level of conversational French.
