2025 Line up

Simon is a research scientist turned communication expert. An author of 3 books on communication & storytelling, he is a public speaker, playwright, trainer & even a fire eater. Simon brings science, storytelling, and creativity together to transform how people create stories, communicate & deliver their ideas.

Emily is a globally recognised strategist, author, and SXSW Advisory Panel member, shaping the future of innovation, AI, and digital storytelling across international markets.

With the launch of her latest book, Just Evil Enough, Emily's vision is to disrupt & re-invent industries by teaching us to not just bend the rules but rewrite them.

Emmet is the long-time design leader at Intercom, an Irish-founded technology startup building AI-first Customer Service tools. Emmet previously worked as a designer at Google where he designed Android Wear and Google Flights. He lives in the west of Ireland.

Lorna Ross is a pioneering design leader with a career spanning healthcare, technology, and innovation. Leading transformative projects at the intersection of design, science, and humanity in institutions such as The Mayo Clinic, Accenture, VHI, Motorola, the MIT Media Lab, the US Defence Forces.

Michael Corcoran is a digital strategist known for transforming Ryanair’s social media by turning chaos into strategy. Now Managing Partner at Frankly, he helps brands cut through the noise and delivers keynotes worldwide on social media’s evolving landscape.

Colin Lewis is an award-winning marketing leader, strategist, and educator. A Marketing Week columnist, he has shaped global brands, driven digital transformation, and influenced the future of marketing through thought leadership and industry expertise.

Creative Director and musician Keith Lawler has worked at Folk VML, Saatchi & Saatchi Dubai, TBWA and founded music tech company Firstage while releasing critically acclaimed music with his bands Giveamanakick and SWEETS. He has made iconic brand campaigns for Vodafone, An Post, PlayStation, Lidl and many more.

Charlotte Barker is Chief Executive of the Institute of Designers in Ireland, championing Irish design on a national and global stage. With 20+ years in design, she has led brand strategy, diversity initiatives, and government advocacy, shaping the industry's future through policy, partnerships, and innovation.

Linda Coyne is a communications Specialist at the Irish Human Rights and Equality Commission. She drives national conversations on human rights, equality, and social justice, leading high-impact campaigns that promote inclusion, legislative reform, and systemic change in Ireland & beyond.

Cian Kinsella, performer, comedian, and creative, is best known as one half of Lords of Strut. Blending physical comedy and storytelling, he creates unforgettable performances across circus, theatre, and TV, while championing the arts with humor and originality.

A former Minister of State in Education and Foreign Affairs, and currently VP of Global Affairs with Alison.com, Ciarán is an expert in policy, digital strategy, and political communications. A key voice on online discourse, he explores politics, technology, and public engagement. Also a broadcaster, he hosts a popular radio show on music and the arts.

Simon Dennehy is the CEO and founder of Perch, a design consultancy specialising in Design Research for applied human movement, and Creative Director at Bladebridge. With expertise in ergonomics, furniture, and spatial design, he contributes to national and European standards, and lectures at NCAD and NUI Maynooth

​Sarah Fleury is the Global Head of Digital & Data for Baileys at Diageo, leading data-driven strategies and championing accessible design in advertising. With extensive experience across local, regional, and global markets, she drives innovative marketing initiatives, leveraging data insights to enhance brand engagement, relevance, and commercial success.

Róisín Keown is the founder & Chief Creative Officer of The Brill Building, Ireland’s most awarded independent creative agency. A former Executive Creative Director, she is a multi-award-winning strategist & storyteller, named IMAGE Creative Businesswoman of the Year 2022.

Caroline Kelleher is a Product Design Manager at WP Engine, leading design initiatives that prioritise accessibility and user-centered experiences. Her work ensures that digital products are both innovative and inclusive, enhancing usability for all users.

Creative Director and founder of award-winning agency Piquant, Conor Buckley is a leader in accessible web design, blending UX strategy, design systems, and storytelling to craft engaging, inclusive digital experiences.