Ahead of the Curve is a HRM podcast from the School of Management, People and Organisations at Technological University (TU) Dublin. Throughout this series, Ann Masterson (Head of Discipline) and Ciara Nolan (HRM Lecturer) will be joined by industry experts to talk about the landscape of human resources, our current challenges, and our future directions.... keeping you ahead of the curve in all things HR. Theme music by Ashot-Danielyan-Composer, used under Pixabay License.
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Join us on Ahead of the Curve as we sit down with Marie Power, Director of Talent and Culture at Cartrawler*. Marie takes us through her inspiring career journey: from studying psychology to leading global HR initiatives, and shares how curiosity and lifelong learning have shaped her path. We explore Cartrawler’s award-winning AI-powered career development platform, Career Trawler, and discover how technology is transforming employee growth. Marie also opens up about the company’s bold Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging strategy, which has driven real change through partnerships, progressive policies, and a focus on gender equity. To wrap up, she offers practical advice for students and professionals: build data skills, embrace a growth mindset, and lean into opportunities outside your comfort zone. If you’re passionate about HR, tech, and creating inclusive workplaces, this episode is packed with insights you won’t want to miss.
* Since recording this episode in 2024, Marie has moved on to new opportunities as Head of Leadership Development at Uppercut and founded or MPower Consulting.
'Ahead of the Curve' is a HRM podcast produced by the School of Management, Ahead of the Curve' is a HRM podcast produced by the School of Management, People and Organisations at TU Dublin (https://www.tudublin.ie/explore/faculties-and-schools/business/management-people-and-organisations/) and sponsored by Advanced (https://www.oneadvanced.com/products/hr/). Episode produced by Derek Dodd.
24 Feb 2025
Episode Six - Sinéad Gogan (Deloitte)
In this first episode of 2025, Ciara spoke to Sinéad Gogan, Chief HR Officer at Deloitte Ireland. Sinéad discussed her professional growth within the HR field, her current role in Deloitte including the importance of community engagement, and the changing landscape of the people profession. We also spoke about the exciting opportunities in the field for current and future people professionals and the critical skills needed to succeed. 'Ahead of the Curve' is a HRM podcast produced by the School of Management, Ahead of the Curve' is a HRM podcast produced by the School of Management, People and Organisations at TU Dublin (https://www.tudublin.ie/explore/faculties-and-schools/business/management-people-and-organisations/) and sponsored by Advanced (https://www.oneadvanced.com/products/hr/). Episode produced by Derek Dodd.
3 May 2024
Episode Five - Mícheál O’Leary (Central Bank)
In this episode, Ciara is joined by Mícheál O’Leary, Diversity & Inclusion Manager at The Central Bank of Ireland. Mícheál talked with us about his career in human resources, and his work leading the development and implementation of org-level work in the areas of diversity and inclusion, culture and values, and corporate social responsibility. 'Ahead of the Curve' is a HRM podcast produced by the School of Management, People and Organisations at TU Dublin (https://www.tudublin.ie/explore/faculties-and-schools/business/management-people-and-organisations/) and sponsored by Advanced (https://www.oneadvanced.com/products/hr/).
18 Sept 2023
Episode Four - Aileen Bailey (IRFU)
In this episode, TU Dublin's Ciara Nolan talks to Aileen Bailey, HR Director at Irish Rugby Football Union (IRFU) (https://www.irishrugby.ie/). Aileen spoke to us about her own career path in HR, her current role as HR Director, key trends shaping the field of human resources today, and the staff-centred policies instituted by the IRFU that have seen it recognised as one of Ireland's 'Great Places to Work' for four consecutive years (https://www.irishrugby.ie/2023/01/11/irfu-recognised-as-great-place-to-work-for-fourth-consecutive-year/).
11 Jul 2023
Episode Three - Karen Knight (HAYS)
In this episode, Karen Knight, Senior Recruitment Consultant at HAYS, sat down with Ann Masterson, Head of HRM Discipline in the TU Dublin School of Management, People, and Organisations (https://www.tudublin.ie/explore/faculties-and-schools/business/management-people-and-organisations/#:~:text=The%20School%20of%20Management%2C%20People,%26%20Leadership%2C%20and%20Organisation%20Studies.). Karen spoke to us about her work recruiting HR professionals, understanding what workers want, continuous learning at work, and key salary and recruitment trends and statistics from HAYS' expert market insight reports.
Ahead of the Curve is a podcast from Technological University Dublin (https://www.tudublin.ie/), product and engineered by Derek Dodd and Colin Morris. Theme music by Ashot-Danielyan-Composer, used under Pixabay License.
27 Apr 2023
Episode Two - Vipin Tanwar (Deloitte)
Join Ciara Nolan, TU Dublin Lecturer in HRM, in conversation with Vipin Tanwar, Director within Deloitte's Human Capital – HR Transformation consulting practice. In this episode, Ciara and Vipin will discuss the role that HR Technologies play in driving operational efficiency and an engaging employee experience, Vipin's experience working on multiple Global HR Transformation programmes across a number of industries, and a range of key insights from Deloitte’s 2023 Global Human Capital Trends survey.
Produced by Derek Dodd and mixed by Colin J. Morris. Theme music by Ashot-Danielyan-Composer, used under Pixabay License.
3 Apr 2023
Episode One - Nick Gallimore (Advanced HR)
In this episode, Nick Gallimore, Managing Director (People Management) at Advanced HR, speaks candidly about his own professional journey in the HR and talent space, the evolving role of HR in 21st century organisations, and the value HR data and analytics. Nick was interviewed by Ann Masterson, head of HRM discipline at Technological University Dublin. This pilot episode of 'Ahead of the Curve' was created from Microsoft Teams recording, but we've done what we can with the audio!
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