Louise has over 21 years’ experience within the not-for-profit sector in operational and management roles, working for organisations across the country including Irish Guide Dogs, Cork Autism and FirstLight.

Her areas of expertise lie in:

• Completing Fundraising Audits
• Developing and executing Fundraising Strategies (Traditional and Online)
• Executing Communication Audits
• Developing and implementation of Communications Plan (Traditional and Online)
• Grant, Trusts and Foundation planning – research, writing and submitting Irish and European Grants
• Strategic Planning and development

David’s is a grant writer, who has the technical knowledge of not for profit and government operations as well as the “in the trenches” research and writing experience.

David’s work experience includes:

• Utilising a variety of US and European grant databases for funding research
• Funding strategy development
• Relationship building and outreach with funding entities
• Technical writing and narrative development

Sarah is a content marketer, with an undergraduate degree in marketing from Munster Technological University, Sarah recently went on to complete a Master’s in marketing from the University of Limerick. Her previous roles have been in the SaaS and Fintech space, and she now uses her creative skills and knowledge to craft meaningful connections to enable charities and not for profits to build brand awareness and increase their social media presence online.

Her main specialities lie in:

• Copywriting and content strategy for online communications
• Social media content creation
• Blogs
• Organic search and paid acquisition campaigns

Sofia has worked for several years in consulting and compliance for financial services implementing regulatory projects, running audits, and conducting regulatory health checks. After retraining in arts and non-profit management, she pursued her passion in grant writing and fundraising. She aspires to support charities and non-profits in their fundraising efforts and help them get the funds they need to bring change and innovation to their communities. Sofia holds a BA, MA and PhD in law and is currently finalizing her MA in Arts Management.

Her work interests include:

• Project management
• Grant writing & research
• Communications and storytelling

Bronagh has extensive experience in journalism and communications. Bronagh has worked with not-for-profit organisations, EU-funded projects, and SMEs in Ireland and abroad. She thrives working with purpose-driven organisations that are positively affecting society.

Her areas of interest and expertise include:

• Writing and journalism
• Podcast production
• Social media content creation
• Public relations

Joe is a qualified Accountant, having qualified with EY. He has over 25 years’ experience as Financial Controller and MD of Garo, a Swedish International conglomerate. Joe is also a director of one of Irelands leading Children’s Cancer Non-profit’s, Aoibheann’s Pink Tie.