Judging Panel

With a global track record in culture, change management and organisational health, Dr Alan O'Neill Dr. Alan O’Neill assesses entries through both a commercial and human lens. He values submissions that demonstrate real impact, not just intent, particularly where culture translates into measurable o VIEW MORE

Caroline Browne is Managing Director of HRP Group. She a highly experienced HR and employee relations specialist. Through her extensive work in her HR consultancy, she has advised a wide range of organisations on complex workplace matters, governance, and best practice in Human Resources. VIEW MORE

Judy is a seasoned HR executive and strategic leader with deep expertise in M&A, organisational design, transformation, and large-scale restructuring programmes. With a career spanning multiple industries—including financial services, insurance, distribution, professional services. VIEW MORE

A dynamic L&D Manager with extensive leadership and employee development experience. Qualified Coach with a Master in Business Management, Leona develops strategic frameworks fostering high-performance cultures while delivering transformative results that drive sustainable organisational growth. VIEW MORE

Wendy Chin is Managing Director of Pinnacle HR, a trusted partner to scaling SMEs, helping executive teams appoint and grow Director‑level leaders who deliver enterprise‑wide impact and sustainable growth. VIEW MORE

Eamon is an executive coach, Senior Talent, Organisation Development, Learning and Development and HR professional. Eamon has 25 years leading in Learning and Development, Talent Management, Organisation Development and HR. Eamon has worked in Pharmaceuticals, Aviation, Travel Retail & Consulting. VIEW MORE

Paula Corrigan is an HR leader with 20 years’ experience shaping people strategies that boost performance, drive innovation and build inclusive cultures. As Director of HR at The Bar of Ireland, she drives impactful employee initiatives, enables high-performing teams and service transformation. VIEW MORE

Busola Farinmade is a strategic HR and Total Rewards Leader with experience working across various industries and jurisdictions. She is a thought leader supporting global companies to deploy scalable HR/Reward strategies whilst integrating region-specific context on all aspects of Total Rewards. VIEW MORE

Claire Gubbins is a Professor of Organisational Behaviour & HRM. She is co-founder & Director of the Masters in Strategic Learning & Development; Chair the Irish Academy of Management Early Career Development Network; elected board member of the International Academy of Human Resource Development. VIEW MORE

Dr. Aidan Harney, PhD, is Strategy Manager for Culture & OD on ESB's People & Sustainability team. Previously he held several roles in Intel Corporation including Director of OD (EMEA) as well as Enterprise Director of Leader & Manager Development solutions. VIEW MORE

Aricio is an experienced HR Business Partner with 16+ years of experience specialised in employee relations, talent management, and organisational development. He holds an MSc in HRM plus degrees in Business, HRM, and Employment Law, delivering strategic HR solutions across many industries. VIEW MORE