One of Ireland’s
At Team EVOLVE, we believe every organisation has the potential to achieve lasting excellence. Unlike many change management companies, we go beyond surface-level fixes to deliver sustainable organisational transformation. Our mission is to create workplaces where strategy is clear, people feel supported, and culture is safe — enabling teams to thrive and organisations to grow.
Our Mission and Core Values
Mission Statement
Our mission is simple yet powerful: to guide organisations through transformational change that sticks. Using our evidence-based 3-S Model, we help leaders unlock hidden potential, improve performance, and build resilient cultures.
Our Values
The values that guide our work aren’t just words on a page — they shape how we partner with every client:
Authenticity
We believe in transparency and truth, building real trust with the leaders and teams we support.
Wisdom
Drawing on decades of expertise and research, we apply the right insight at the right time to solve complex challenges.
Courage
True transformation requires bravery. We challenge assumptions, ask tough questions, and help leaders step into change with confidence.
Collaboration
No consultant can change an organisation alone. We co-create strategies with your team, ensuring every solution is practical and sustainable.
Meet Your Transformation Partners
Behind Team EVOLVE is a multidisciplinary team of transformation consultants who combine deep expertise with hands-on experience. Unlike other change management companies that specialise in one area, we bring together:
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Neuroleadership coaching to build resilient, people-first leaders
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Lean Six Sigma consultants to streamline processes and boost efficiency
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Creative marketing specialists to align brand, culture, and customer experience
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Revenue operations consultants to unlock scalable growth
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Workplace wellbeing coaches to foster psychologically safe environments
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Fractional CFOs to ensure financial sustainability throughout transformation
Each of our 12 experts brings a unique perspective to your organisational journey.
Leadership & Strategy
Denise O’Brien – Managing Director
25+ years in multinational leadership
Denise leads every EVOLVE programme personally, bringing deep expertise in organisational psychology, strategic planning, and culture transformation. Her experience across multinational environments ensures your transformation is both ambitious and achievable.
Dr Áine O’Dea – Leadership Coach & Neuroscience Expert
PhD in Neuroscience at Work
Dr. O’Dea brings cutting-edge neuroscience research to leadership development, helping leaders and teams enhance communication, master feedback, and embrace cognitive diversity to unlock innovation and decision-making capabilities.
Operations & Finance
Kerri Turner – Fractional CFO
Chartered Accountant & Financial Strategy Expert
Kerri makes finance accessible and actionable for business leaders. With experience across multinational, Big 4, and start-up environments, she brings expertise in financial planning, business analysis, and building financially resilient, scalable organisations.
Stacy Franklin – Lean Transformation Specialist
Lean Black Belt Certification
Founder and CEO of Kanso, Stacy has redefined Lean principles for service-based industries. She focuses on empowering people – the heart of every process – helping organisations simplify workflows, unite teams, and drive measurable progress.
Andy O’Gorman – Revenue Operations Consultant
RevOps & Business Development Specialist
Andy brings extensive experience in marketing, sales, and channel management across global markets. He specialises in aligning sales, marketing, and operations to support scalable growth, with expertise in demand generation and operational efficiency.
Technology & Governance
Don O’Sullivan – Governance & Policy Advisor
40+ years IT Leadership across multiple industries
Former Head of Information Systems at Shannon Airport Group, Don brings deep experience in company-level and departmental governance. His expertise in ICT strategy, risk management, and cybersecurity helps organisations strengthen their structures whilst navigating complex regulatory environments.
People & Culture
Sharanya Nair – Research & Organisational Psychology
MSc Work & Organisational Psychology
Sharanya brings evidence-based people management expertise, helping clients build positive, high-performing workplaces through culture and engagement strategies. Her academic background ensures our approaches are grounded in current research.
Gillian O’Gorman – Workplace Wellbeing Specialist
Resilience & Mental Health Expert
Gillian designs and delivers workplace wellbeing programmes, leadership coaching, and personal development workshops. She helps create supportive, high-performing workplaces where wellbeing is integrated into everyday organisational practice.
Orla Canney – Business Support & Development
MSc Work & Organisational Behaviour
Orla excels at fostering career growth, learning pathways, and team alignment. Her passion for connecting people and driving innovation supports EVOLVE’s mission to transform organisations from the inside out.
Growth & Sustainability
Helen McNulty – Creative Marketing & Brand Strategy
Brand Storyteller for Scaling Companies
Helen helps ambitious business owners evolve their brand and marketing with clarity and creativity. Known for turning rough ideas into polished strategies, she guides founders and teams to find their voice and story whilst making marketing feel human and energising.
Sarah Blake – Sustainability & B Corp Specialist
Cambridge Sustainability Leadership Qualified
Sarah is a certified B Leader and Climate Reality Leader who has supported numerous companies on their journey to B Corp certification. She brings expertise in building climate-conscious, future-fit organisations with innovative leadership experiences.
The Power of True Collaboration
- Complementary Expertise – Each specialist brings deep knowledge in their field, but we work as one integrated team. Your challenges get addressed from multiple angles simultaneously, not in silos.
- Shared Philosophy – Every team member understands the 3-S Model™ and how their expertise contributes to Signposted Strategy, Supported Execution, and Safe Innovation.
- Global Perspective with Local Insight – We understand diverse business cultures, regulatory environments, and funding opportunities. This isn’t theoretical knowledge – it’s practical, experienced expertise applied globally.
Our Philosophy: Looking Within to Move Forward
At O’Brien Learning Solutions, we understand that sustainable change starts from within. Our approach begins by examining your organisation’s structures, people, culture, and mindset to assess change-readiness.
We don’t believe in one-size-fits-all solutions. Instead, we work with you to build bespoke transformation strategies that support your business objectives while honouring your unique culture and context.
Our Core Beliefs:
- Everyone wants to do meaningful work and be part of something greater
- Obstacles, not lack of talent, prevent people from delivering their best
- When people feel safe, supported, and clear about direction, they naturally excel
- Organisations succeed not despite investing in their people, but because of it
Ready to Discover Your Organisation’s Potential?
Every great transformation starts with understanding where you are today. Take our free Cultural Gap Analysis to discover your biggest opportunities, then let’s discuss how we can help you achieve them.