Accenture appoints nine new managing directors in Irish business
Accenture has promoted nine professionals to managing director in its Irish business, recognising their significant contributions to clients and the firm.
Ciara Keane leads large transformation programmes across Ireland’s health and public services sector, helping organisations improve outcomes through innovation, evidence-based decision-making and sustainable change.
Órlaith Burke works at the forefront of artificial intelligence-led (AI) innovation in life sciences, partnering with global pharmaceutical organisations to explore how emerging technologies can transform research, development and patient outcomes.
David Lee helps utilities and energy organisations modernise critical capabilities, navigate the energy transition and deliver transformation programmes that create value for clients and the wider industry.
Breda O’Neill leads audit and assurance activities across multiple markets, helping strengthen governance, risk management and decision-making across a complex global organisation.
David Woodward leads Accenture’s global controllership function, overseeing the firm’s financial governance and its approach to evolving sustainability reporting requirements.
Killian Barry advises executive teams on growth, strategy and transformation, helping organisations respond to changing competitive landscapes and the opportunities created by AI.
Matt Penlington works with global life sciences organisations to transform marketing, customer engagement and digital experiences for healthcare professionals and patients.
Ruth O’Kelly-Lynch helps organisations harness technology, data and AI to accelerate growth and deliver business transformation across multiple industries.
Hilary Allen partners with clients in the energy, utilities and chemicals sectors to unlock growth through innovation and transformation, helping organisations navigate increasingly complex and regulated environments.
Commenting on the appointments, Hilary O’Meara, country managing director of Accenture in Ireland, said: “These promotions recognise nine exceptional leaders whose expertise, commitment and contribution have helped create lasting value for our clients, our people and our company. We are proud to celebrate this milestone and look forward to seeing them continue to shape the future of our organisation and our clients’ success.”
Accenture has around 3,500 employees in Ireland, with offices in Dublin and Cork. Its Dublin presence includes its headquarters at Grand Canal Square, The Dock innovation centre and offices at Grand Canal Plaza.
