They say that employees leave managers... Well, not this time around. About six weeks ago, I decided it was time for me to hang up my startup hat (for the time being), leave Oliva, and shift my focus to something else. Dec 31st will be my last day. 😢 The decision wasn't easy as I have thoroughly enjoyed my time leading the team here at Oliva, it was a huge part of my life. Like in many start-ups, it probably overstepped those boundaries at times (all my own doing) but it was something I loved doing. The people are amazing, (shout out to all the GTM crew who made everyday fun), the products amazing and our customers are the best. I'll also be leaving the mental health and wellbeing space, again one that's not easy for me but - having worked in mental health for nearly 5 years, it's a move that I know is the right thing for me right now. So as I look back all I can think is it's been one hell of a journey Little did I know I'd be hosting breakfasts every month in two countries, talking about my own grief, or being a working Dad on podcasts. I've met amazing people and I'm not going to tag them all, but I will say a thank you to Sançar Sahin, Huw Slater, Dr Sarah Bateup, and Javier Suarez for being great leaders along the way. Will always be grateful.
Wishing you the best, Kenny! I'm glad we got to cross paths and work together again 🙏
Congratulations mate, thanks for sharing your experience and thought process for others. Looking forward to seeing where you're going next!
Aw man, it's been so good working with you Kenny! You've definitely left your mark on Oliva and will be hugely missed ❤️ I'm slightly consoled by the fact you'll be 10 mins down the road and not far from our local meeting spots 🍻 Huge thanks for everything you've done and put into this and I can't wait to hear about what's coming next 🙏
Beautifully timed there, Kenny Mulcahy, as one year flips over the last page onto a fresh, blank page and a brand new year on the other side! Wishing you a Merry Christmas - some time in Scotland? - and a wee break before your Next Big Adventure! 🚀
🥲 will miss you mate (but not the hangovers)
You’ll be very missed Kenny, we were so lucky to have you ❤️❤️
Looking forward to seeing the next thing!
Legend. End of ❤️
Was lovely working with you Kenny! Good luck & no doubt you’ll smash whatever the next chapter brings! 🥳
Chief Clinical Officer at Oliva, Founder of The Fulcrum, Executive Coach & Scientific Advisor to Clerkenwell Health
4dNot many Heads of Growth are amazing people managers as you! You will be missed!! Your next place is extremely (+++) lucky!!