About
Ops Director working in the Drone Delivery space
MSc Digital Innovation
MSc…
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🎶 Flying home for Christmas... 🎶 Christmas is coming.... and so is a new era of Search and Rescue for Ireland! This fantastic shot was taken…
🎶 Flying home for Christmas... 🎶 Christmas is coming.... and so is a new era of Search and Rescue for Ireland! This fantastic shot was taken…
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It's here! In a massive milestone (and the second Christmas Eve update!) the first of two fixed-wing aircraft that will support a new era of Search…
It's here! In a massive milestone (and the second Christmas Eve update!) the first of two fixed-wing aircraft that will support a new era of Search…
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Experience
Education
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UCD Michael Smurfit Graduate Business School
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- Managing Design and Development
- Managing Global Sourcing
- Skills for Business Enquiry
- Economics of Information Technology and Digital Markets
- Knowledge, ICT & Organisation
- Managing Strategy and Innovation in a Digital Era
- Cultural and Political Perspectives on Managing Technology and Change
- Implementing Digital Projects
- Changing Business Processes with ICT
- Critical Issues for Innovation, Technology & Organisation -
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- Java Programming, Data Structures & Algorithms
- Systems Management
- Relational Databases and SQL Programming
- Hardware and Software
- Internet Technologies and Web Development (HTML5/CSS/Javacript)
- Desktop and Server Virtualisation Technologies
- Cloud Software Project (Datacentre Infrastructure Management)
- Internet Security -
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- Derivatives
- Econometrics
- International Finance & Financial Markets
- Macro Economics
- Competition & Regulation
- Investments (Portfolio Selection and Analysis)
- Irish Economy
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Licenses & Certifications
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Small Unmanned Aircraft (SUA) Ground & Flight Instructors Rating Course
Irish Aviation Authority
IssuedCredential ID 17071206
Volunteer Experience
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Small Unmanned Aircraft (SUA) Pilot
International Civil Defence Organization (ICDO)
- Present 10 years 8 months
Disaster and Humanitarian Relief
I was one of a three person team that brought the concept of drones into Civil Defence. My main function on this team, apart from operations, was to evaluate different operational software functionality available on the market (Mapping/Way Points etc.) and to present this in a tangible format to stakeholders in order to get buy-in from them.
Another aspect I was involved with was the development of a detailed operations manual that was both practical and achievable at a time when there were…I was one of a three person team that brought the concept of drones into Civil Defence. My main function on this team, apart from operations, was to evaluate different operational software functionality available on the market (Mapping/Way Points etc.) and to present this in a tangible format to stakeholders in order to get buy-in from them.
Another aspect I was involved with was the development of a detailed operations manual that was both practical and achievable at a time when there were no samples to base it upon. Accountability and live information were key to this task in order to demonstrate management of risk.
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Commandant Jane O’Neill of the Engineer Corps shares some of her career highlights to date. From leading international engineering operations to…
Commandant Jane O’Neill of the Engineer Corps shares some of her career highlights to date. From leading international engineering operations to…
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The Minister for Finance, Jack Chambers TD, welcomes the appointment of the new Deputy Governor, Financial Regulation, at the Central Bank of…
The Minister for Finance, Jack Chambers TD, welcomes the appointment of the new Deputy Governor, Financial Regulation, at the Central Bank of…
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We’re proud to have played a key role in a successful simulation test, proving that drones can deliver defibrillators to homes within two minutes, a…
We’re proud to have played a key role in a successful simulation test, proving that drones can deliver defibrillators to homes within two minutes, a…
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Really enjoyed addressing ByrneWallace LLP Solicitors where we had a great engagement on all things politics, business & law as well as what more we…
Really enjoyed addressing ByrneWallace LLP Solicitors where we had a great engagement on all things politics, business & law as well as what more we…
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It is with equal parts sadness and gratitude that I share I'm leaving Heirloom. Never before have I worked with such a smart, passionate and driven…
It is with equal parts sadness and gratitude that I share I'm leaving Heirloom. Never before have I worked with such a smart, passionate and driven…
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Delighted to officially open the 50th Business & Finance Awards tonight in the Conventre Centre with over 1000 people from across the business…
Delighted to officially open the 50th Business & Finance Awards tonight in the Conventre Centre with over 1000 people from across the business…
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Today, the Irish Aviation Authority, in partnership with Dublin City Council and the Drone Innovation Partnership, has launched the 'Drone Safely…
Today, the Irish Aviation Authority, in partnership with Dublin City Council and the Drone Innovation Partnership, has launched the 'Drone Safely…
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A great honour to be appointed to lead Government negotiations for Fianna Fáil by Micheal Martin. Look forward to engaging with other parties and…
A great honour to be appointed to lead Government negotiations for Fianna Fáil by Micheal Martin. Look forward to engaging with other parties and…
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Sunrise on the ramp is a serene moment. While it's quiet now, it surely won't be for long! We deeply appreciate the dedication and sacrifices of…
Sunrise on the ramp is a serene moment. While it's quiet now, it surely won't be for long! We deeply appreciate the dedication and sacrifices of…
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Thank you to Eadaoin Lysaght and Lisa Coleman of the Mothers of Old Belvederians group who raised almost €11,000 for the recently rebranded Belvedere…
Thank you to Eadaoin Lysaght and Lisa Coleman of the Mothers of Old Belvederians group who raised almost €11,000 for the recently rebranded Belvedere…
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