Lorna Maguire

Head of Operations

As the Head of Operations, Lorna brings and enterprising approach to her role, emphasizing strategic planning, operational efficiency, and fostering a culture of innovation. Lorna brings a wealth of experience in creating synergies between academia and industry having previous worked with the Innovation Academy, UCD; CABE, UK and Digital Skills Academy . Lorna has become a driving force in shaping the operational landscape of one of the university’s premier research centers.

Lorna holds a Master’s in Business and Entrepreneurship from Napier University Edinburgh, and a HDip in Systems Analysis, NUIG and Bachelor of Arts Degree from NUIG. Additionally, Lorna has also been involved with the formation of a number of start-ups and ‘arts in the community’ organisations.