Eímear Noone
Internationally renowned composer and conductor Eímear Noone is best known for her iconic work on World of Warcraft and for becoming the first female conductor in Academy Awards history. Blending creativity, technology and leadership, she delivers inspiring keynote talks on innovation, teamwork, women in tech and breaking barriers at the highest level.
Stephen Kinsella, Prof.
Prof. Stephen Kinsella is one of Ireland’s leading economists, known for translating complex economic and societal change into clear, engaging and practical insight. As Professor of Economics and Head of Department at the University of Limerick, he advises on economic policy, innovation systems, institutional reform and the future impact of AI on work and society. A compelling keynote speaker and commentator, Stephen brings together economics, leadership, systems thinking and technology to help organisations better understand uncertainty, navigate change and build resilient, future-focused strategies.
Sahar Hashemi OBE
Sahar Hashemi OBE is a visionary entrepreneur, bestselling author and founder of Buy Women Built. Best known for co-founding Coffee Republic, the UK’s first US-style coffee chain, she now helps organisations reignite entrepreneurial thinking, innovation and customer connection in an increasingly complex and AI-driven world. Through engaging storytelling and practical insight, Sahar challenges audiences to rethink bureaucracy, fear and the need for certainty — empowering leaders and teams to act with greater courage, agility and momentum.
Sir Tim Smit KBE
Sir Tim Smit KBE is the Co-Founder of the Eden Project and one of the UK’s leading voices on sustainability, innovation and regeneration. From restoring the Lost Gardens of Heligan to building one of the world’s most recognised environmental projects, Tim has shown how bold vision, creativity and purpose-led leadership can generate transformative economic, social and environmental impact. A compelling keynote speaker, Tim inspires audiences with practical insights on innovation, resilience, sustainability and entrepreneurial thinking, demonstrating how organisations can turn ambitious ideas into lasting success.
