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With the STEM industry experiencing rapid innovation during the global pandemic, and with an historic skills shortage to contend with, the team at HERO Recruitment believes there's no better time to tap into the knowledge and expertise of our industry leaders to discover why a career in STEM is a rewarding experience. In this podcast, we speak to leaders in STEM about their own career journeys in this unique sector, the challenges they’ve faced along the way, and their forecasts for the future. We’ll discover what it takes to manage cutting-edge projects and the teams that help to deliver them in an ever-evolving landscape. Through a series of open exchanges, our guests will share personal anecdotes, market insights and industry predictions. We want to inspire the next generation of STEMtalent by showcasing the success of real people who are already excelling on their leadership journeys.
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In this episode of High-Flyers in STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering and Math’s) #GreatnessHasNoGender, Deirdre Finnerty sits down with Brenda Egan, Design Assurance Manager, and Norah O’Brien, R&D Manager at Neurent Medical, a company pioneering non-surgical treatments for chronic inflammatory sino-nasal diseases. Brenda and Norah take us through their winding career paths, from early school influences, twists of fate, and leaps into new roles, to their current positions where ...
In this episode of High-Flyers in STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering and Math’s) #GreatnessHasNoGender, Deirdre Finnerty sits down with Laura Collins, RD&A Director, and Mollie Mulligan, Assistant Global Marketing Manager at Kerry Group a global leader in taste and nutrition, helping create healthier, more sustainable food and beverage solutions for consumers worldwide. Laura and Mollie share two very different but equally inspiring career journeys, Laura from a path through aca...
In this episode of High-Flyers in STEM – #GreatnessHasNoGender, Deirdre Finnerty sits down with Catherine Clery, R&D Director, and Anne Grealish, Snr. Strategic Excellence Program Manager at Medtronic, a company driving real change in medical technology and shaping the future of patient care. Catherine and Anne take us inside their world—one where cutting-edge engineering meets real-world impact. They share their career journeys, the moments that shaped them as leaders, and what it ...
In Episode 3 of High-Flyers in STEM – #GreatnessHasNoGender, we sit down with two leaders from Novo Nordisk Production Ireland, Pauline Guinan, Senior Director of Analytical Development, and Aisling Horan, Associate Director of Validation. Hosted by Deirdre Finnerty, this conversation explores the power of commitment—and how true growth can come from embracing opportunities before you feel ready, fueled by the belief and trust of those who see your potential even when you don’t. Pauline...
Join us in this episode of High-Flyers in STEM - #GreatnessHasNoGender, where we sit down with two leaders shaping the future at Beckman Coulter: Orlaith Lawler, Vice President of EU Operations, and Sarah Keane, Senior Manager of EHS. Hosted by Deirdre Finnerty, Director at HERO Recruitment, this conversation delves into what it takes to lead in STEM while ensuring an inclusive, level playing field for all. From navigating their careers without rigid plans to the moments that pushed the...
We’re launching a new season of High-Flyers in STEM - #GreatnessHasNoGender, the podcast by HERO Recruitment that spotlights the leaders shaping the future of STEM. In this first episode, Deirdre Finnerty sits down with Antoinette Curtin, Quality Assurance Director, and Sinéad Finn, Staff Process Engineer at Dexcom. From Dexcom’s state-of-the-art facility in Athenry, they’re not just advancing continuous glucose monitoring (CGM) technology—they’re setting new standards in diabetes care and re...
In this episode of High-Flyers in STEM #GreatnessHasNoGender, host Deirdre Finnerty sits down with Anastasija Ponomarjova, Production Unit Manager, and Michelle Martin, Senior Quality Engineer at MGS Healthcare Manufacturing, to talk about what it really takes to thrive in the world of high-precision manufacturing. This episode proves that you don’t always have to start with a perfect plan. Through a mix of curiosity, resilience, and straight-up determination, Anastasija and Michelle ca...
Join us for the final episode of High-Flyers in STEM #GreatnessHasNoGender, hosted by Deirdre Finnerty, Director at HERO Recruitment, as we welcome Samantha Murphy, Business Unit Manager, and Aine Brennan, Value Stream Lead at West. Together, they share their phenomenal journeys, offering insight into what it takes to lead and inspire in STEM. Samantha’s transition from a Bachelor of Arts to engineering wasn’t just a career shift—it was a bold leap into a world where her passion for pro...
Join us for a fresh new episode of High-Flyers in STEM #GreatnessHasNoGender, hosted by Deirdre Finnerty, Director at HERO Recruitment. This week, we welcome two pioneering women from MCC Label: Maria Noonan Shanahan, Operations Lead for Ireland, and Deirdre Drennan, Quality Manager. They're redefining what's possible in STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering & Math’s), leading with purpose, resilience, and a dedication to driving meaningful change. In this episode, Maria and Deirdr...
In this impactful episode, host Deirdre Finnerty, Director of HERO Recruitment sits down with three dynamic leaders from TE Connectivity—a global innovator in engineering solutions with a steadfast dedication to diversity and inclusion. Joining us are Marilyn Bane, Production Supervisor, Deirdre Hardiman, R&D Product Development Engineering Manager, and Colleen Markland, PMO Leader for EMEA. These remarkable women share the defining moments of their journeys, from boldly pursuing unexpect...
Join us in this episode of #GreatnessHasNoGender, hosted by Deirdre Finnerty, Director at HERO Recruitment, as we meet two amazing leaders from Cook Medical: Fiona King, Senior Manager, Research and Development, and Annemarie Beglin, QA Director. In this episode, we explore how Fiona and Annemarie are making an impact, from advocating for gender diversity in engineering to empowering the next generation through mentorship and community outreach. With women holding 55% of management rol...
Join us in this episode of High-Flyers in STEM #GreatnessHasNoGender hosted by Deirdre Finnerty, Director at HERO Recruitment, as we celebrate Vivienne McNulty and Honora Egan, Innovation Managers at Hollister Incorporated, who are driving change and inspiring the next generation in STEM! In this episode, Deirdre Finnerty sits down with two remarkable women leading innovation at Hollister Incorporated—a global medical device company that's committed to driving equity at every leve...
Join us in this episode of High-Flyers in STEM #GreatnessHasNoGender hosted by Deirdre Finnerty, Director at HERO Recruitment, as we explore how Boston Scientific is reshaping the landscape for women in STEM! Featuring the incredible journeys of Aoife Carter, Senior Manufacturing Engineering Manager, and Claire O’Brien, Director of Regulatory Affairs, we dive into their two decades of experience and the impactful initiatives driving diversity, equity, and inclusion (DE&I) at Boston ...
We’re excited to bring you the next episode of the High-Flyers in STEM podcast, with your host Roisin McNamara, Director of HERO Recruitment. Today’s insightful conversation is with Katie Devin, Product Manager, Needles and SMC Medical at TE Connectivity. As a self-confessed human body fanatic, Katie studied biomedical engineering at university before entering the medical device industry. From engineering, she ventured into the world of product management – a role she still works in today. Katie uses our platform to discuss the necessary aspects of her career journey and explains what it takes to get to her position. Through her own experiences, we talk about the importance of making changes, chasing challenges, asking questions, and overcoming the limitations of “can’t” at work. It’s an episode filled to the brim with expert advice. Don’t miss it.
We’re excited to launch the latest episode of the High-flyers in STEM podcast, hosted by none other than Roisin McNamara, Director of HERO Recruitment. We’re sitting down with Padraig FitzGerald, Senior R&D Director and Site Leader at BD Research Centre Ireland.As a leader in his field, Padraig has a proven track record in building and developing high performing teams, delivering products, and seeing projects through their full life cycle. With his extensive experience and deep understanding of business needs, he talks us through how he accomplished his career milestones - from his university days, up until now. Padraig explains through stories of his early career that it can be a long, technical journey from concept to commercialisation, but his motivation to keep succeeding and performing is what continues to propel him forward. An episode filled with experience and advice, you won’t want to miss it.
We’re excited to launch the next episode of the High-Flyers in STEM podcast, hosted by none other than Roisin McNamara, Director of HERO Recruitment. We’re sitting down with John Dolan, Senior Manufacturing Engineer at Boston Scientific.John tells us he initially joined the engineering space in a graduate automotive position and eventually worked his way up to managing R&D projects, which included essential developmental work for rocket launches. From there, he ventured into his current Senior Manufacturing Engineer and PMO role at Boston Scientific.John gives our listeners advice on how to effectively liaise with stakeholders, quickly expand their company, and progress in their careers as career growth is not linear. He suggests that the career ladder should be viewed more like a map; you may get lost along the way, but keep your final destination in mind and you’ll find a career you’re passionate about.An episode filled to the brim with expert insight, this isn’t one to be missed.
As a senior decision maker and well-established leader, Michael Howe, VP of Engineering and Business Development at Aran Biomedical, makes the perfect guest for High-flyers in STEM.In this insightful addition to the series, Michael explains that he didn’t really know what he wanted to do when he was younger. Like most of us, he explored his options, until he stumbled across biomedical engineering. Michael tells our host Roisin McNamara that the key to being a good leader is an amalgamation of different roles and responsibilities, and the way to be successful in a leadership role is keeping these roles and responsibilities balanced. From telling our listeners to absorb as much wisdom from any individual they meet on their career journey, ensuring they keep their workforce motivated and challenged, and how to make difficult decisions at work, this episode is filled with expert advice. Listen now!
We’re excited to bring you the next episode of the High-Flyers in STEM podcast, with your host Roisin McNamara, Director of HERO Recruitment. Today’s insightful conversation is with Katie Devin, Product Manager, Needles and SMC Medical at TE Connectivity. As a self-confessed human body fanatic, Katie studied biomedical engineering at university before entering the medical device industry. From engineering, she ventured into the world of product management - a role she still works in today. Katie uses our platform to discuss the necessary aspects of her career journey and explains what it takes to get to her position. Through her own experiences, we talk about the importance of making changes, chasing challenges, asking questions, and overcoming the limitations of “can’t” at work. It’s an episode filled to the brim with expert advice. Don’t miss it.
We’re excited to launch the latest episode of the High-flyers in STEM podcast, hosted by none other than Roisin McNamara, Director of HERO Recruitment. Today, we’re talking to Padraig FitzGerald, Senior R&D Director and Site Leader at BD Research Centre Ireland.As a leader in his field, Padraig has a proven track record in building and developing high-performing teams, delivering products, and seeing projects through their full life cycle. With his extensive experience and deep understanding of business needs, he talks us through how he accomplished his career milestones - from his university days, up until now. Padraig explains through stories of his early career that it can be a long, technical journey from concept to commercialisation, but his motivation to keep succeeding and performing is what continues to propel him forward. An episode filled with experience and advice, you won’t want to miss it.
We’re excited to launch the next episode of the High-Flyers in STEM podcast, hosted by none other than Roisin McNamara, Director of HERO Recruitment. We’re sitting down with John Dolan, Senior Manufacturing Engineer at Boston Scientific.John tells us he initially joined the engineering space in a graduate automotive position and eventually worked his way up to managing R&D projects, which included essential developmental work for rocket launches. From there, he ventured into his current role of Senior Manufacturing Engineer and PMO at Boston ScientificJohn gives our listeners advice on how to effectively liaise with stakeholders, quickly expand their company, and progress in their career as career growth is not linear. He suggests that the career ladder should be viewed more like a map; you may get lost along the way, but keep your final destination in mind and you’ll find a career you’re passionate about.An episode filled to the brim with expert insight, this isn’t one to be missed.
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