High-Flyers in STEM
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.
Episodes
The job you prepare for today may not exist in the same form ten years from now. So, what should people learn, and what should employers provide, when the future of work keeps moving?
In the opening episode of The Tomorrow People, host Deirdre Finnerty speaks with two leaders from Fidelity Investments: Lorna Martyn, CIO, Corporate Services Technology, and John Ruane, Ireland Site Lead and VP, Operations & Services Group.
Lorna ha...
In this episode of High-Flyers in STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering and Math’s) #GreatnessHasNoGender, Deirdre Finnerty sits down with Adriana Vindas, Senior Director of Operations, and Mary McGrath, Program Manager, Packaging Sustainability at Coca Cola, a global leader in beverages, known for its incredible products and commitment to innovation and sustainability.
Adriana and Mary share two inspiring stories...
In this episode of High-Flyers in STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering and Math’s) #GreatnessHasNoGender, Deirdre Finnerty sits down with Linda Greaney , Operational Excellence & Growtth® Manager, and Síle O’Connell, Production Unit Leader at Freudenberg Medical, a global innovator in advanced materials and precision engineering, shaping the future of medical technology and sustainable manufacturing.
Li...
In this episode of High-Flyers in STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering and Math’s) #GreatnessHasNoGender, Deirdre Finnerty sits down with Joanna Lynch, Project Quality Manager, and Preeti Aggarwal, R&D Operations Manager at Valeo, a global leader in automotive technology, driving innovation in safer, cleaner, and smarter mobility.
Joanna and Preeti share inspiring stories of curiosity, courage, and pushing boundari...
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, tw...
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 b...
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 the...
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, re...
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 beli...
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 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 m...
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...
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 t...
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 t...
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...
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 de...
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 initiat...
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