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Deiric is the driving force behind Genos Europe.

A globally respected leadership facilitator and executive coach, he’s known for blending neuroscience, mindfulness and practical team development to create high-impact learning experiences. His work helps teams build psychological safety, resilience and inclusive, high-performing cultures.

A two-time TEDx speaker and co-author of Leadership Charisma, Deiric combines emotional intelligence, behavioural science and organisational development to help leaders thrive in complexity.

A lifelong technologist with a passion for innovation, he’s been at the forefront of digital learning – designing pioneering online and blended programmes that inspire, engage and deliver real results.

When he’s not working, you’ll find him experimenting with the latest AI tools or chasing after his five grandchildren.

Aoife brings over 20 years’ experience in brand strategy, communications and project management – and has spent the past seven years leading the delivery of Genos Europe’s largest and most complex programmes across both public and private sectors.

In her role as Director of Brand & Partnerships, she combines big-picture thinking with hands-on coordination – supporting a global network of coaches, consultants and facilitators to deliver leadership development programmes that make a measurable difference. With a background in international marketing and assessment strategy, Aoife specialises in helping organisations embed emotional intelligence, psychological safety and resilience into the heart of how they lead and grow.
She’s known for her sharp eye for detail, calm under pressure and genuine care for people – both inside and outside the business. Whether managing complex multi-stakeholder rollouts or shaping Genos Europe’s strategic partnerships, Aoife brings a rare blend of clarity, warmth and follow-through.

When she’s not coordinating projects or cheering on her global team, you’ll likely find her cooking for a crowd, planning her next adventure – or chasing after her three-year-old daughter.

Elaine is the behind-the-scenes powerhouse who keeps things moving at Genos Europe. With a background in HR, operations and business support, she brings a rare combination of structure, calm and care to her role – making sure programmes run smoothly and partners feel fully supported, every step of the way.

With over 15 years’ experience across HR, administration, and client-facing roles, Elaine has a sharp eye for detail and a genuine talent for problem-solving. Whether she’s scheduling a global coaching rollout, coordinating logistics or helping partners find exactly what they need, Elaine brings clarity, kindness and a can-do mindset to every interaction. When she’s not keeping the wheels turning at Genos, you’ll find her travelling, trying new restaurants with her family – or officiating weddings as a fully qualified celebrant.

Mary Ann is an experienced executive coach and leadership development consultant who’s spent over 20 years helping leaders in higher education, the public sector and private industry show up with more clarity, confidence and compassion. Her work focuses on emotional intelligence, psychological safety and values-led leadership – creating cultures where people feel safe to speak up, be themselves and lead with purpose.

With a background in HR, organisational development and cultural transformation, Mary Ann brings a unique mix of insight, warmth and gentle challenge to her coaching. She’s a PCC-accredited coach, holds a Master’s in HRM, and is certified in Conversational Intelligence®, the Neuroscience of Change and is a Chartered Fellow of the CIPD.

Clients often describe her as calm, grounded and deeply present – someone who helps them tune out the noise and reconnect with what really matters. She’s currently writing her first book on values-led leadership, a subject close to her heart. When she’s not working, you’ll find her writing, reading or spending time with her family – ideally all three, and ideally with a cup of tea.

John is a high-performance coach who helps ambitious leaders, teams and business owners unlock their potential and deliver results that matter. With over 18 years in the FMCG industry, he’s no stranger to commercial pressure – and brings real-world insight into what it takes to lead, transform teams and create lasting impact.

Earlier in his career, John played a pivotal role in leading a dysfunctional team through a major transformation – taking them from misalignment to high performance in just 12 months. It was here he saw the power of emotional intelligence in action, and it’s what fuels his coaching approach today.

Blending strategic thinking with honesty, humour and deep empathy, John helps his clients build clarity, resilience and confidence – so they can perform at their best, and bring others with them. Based in Ireland, when he’s not coaching, you’ll likely find him outdoors, exploring new ideas, or cheering on his kids sports teams.

Ciara brings over 20 years of global experience in leadership, coaching and organisational development – with a career that’s taken her from the Caribbean to Southeast Asia, the UK and beyond. She’s worked with FTSE 100 companies, global law firms, charities and start-ups alike – helping leaders and teams navigate change, build confidence and thrive.

An energetic facilitator and natural connector, Ciara is known for her ability to motivate, engage and spark meaningful growth. Her work blends business acumen with emotional intelligence, cultural insight and a deep understanding of what makes people – and organisations – tick. When she’s not working, she’s often on the move, travelling with her husband and two daughters or planning her next adventure.

With more than a decade of experience, Chrystal Austin supports individuals and organisations to lift performance through emotional intelligence and talent development. A certified Genos Master Trainer and ICA-accredited leadership expert, she’s known for her practical, people-first approach.

Whether running global certification programmes or coaching teams, Chrystal helps people build self-awareness, strengthen relationships and lead with empathy. Her work combines strategic insight with a deep understanding of human behaviour – guiding professionals towards greater clarity, connection and impact.

With over 30 years’ experience in the hospitality, tourism and service industries, Una Crilly knows what it takes to lead in fast-paced, people-focused environments. A certified leadership coach, Genos Emotional Intelligence Practitioner and Global Team Coach, she works with clients to build confident leaders, connected teams and positive workplace cultures – especially where the pressure is high and people matter most.

Una brings a calm, practical presence to her work – combining empathy with structure to help leaders grow, perform and hold on to their best people. She’s ICF-accredited (ACC) and trained in Genos Emotional Intelligence and Marshall Goldsmith Stakeholder Coaching, blending global tools with down-to-earth experience.

She’s also the creator of the Keep Your Best People Blueprint – a simple, proven approach to building motivation, optimism and high performance. Her work speaks for itself: one recent programme saw engagement in a performance process jump from 30% to over 90%. When she’s not supporting leaders or running team sessions, you’ll find Una checking out a new restaurant or planning her next adventure.

Sinéad is an award-winning executive coach and leadership development expert with over 20 years’ experience helping people and organisations lead through change, complexity and growth. A former senior leader in Fortune 500 companies, she brings a rare mix of strategic smarts, operational experience and a grounded, people-first approach.

Her coaching style is straight-talking but supportive – practical, honest and deeply rooted in emotional intelligence, behavioural science and inclusive leadership. Whether she’s supporting senior leaders, designing leadership programmes or helping teams reconnect, Sinéad’s goal is always the same: help people cut through the noise and lead with clarity and confidence.

She’s accredited with both EMCC and ICF, Lean Six Sigma certified, and has worked with clients including PayPal, Siemens, Atos and Symantec.
When she’s not working, you’ll likely find her mentoring other coaches, deep in conversation about the future of work – or enjoying a good coffee and an even better chat.

Karl is a leadership trainer and performance coach who helps CEOs, senior managers and ambitious professionals build confidence, strengthen relationships and lead with impact. With a background in coaching and facilitation across all organisational levels, Karl specialises in emotional intelligence, communication and leadership development.

A certified coach and Genos EI Practitioner, he’s also trained in LEGO® Serious Play – bringing creative energy and hands-on learning to every workshop. Whether he’s coaching one-to-one or guiding a group, Karl’s approach is practical, engaging and grounded in real-world experience. When he’s not facilitating in Malta, you’ll likely find him exploring new tools to spark reflection – or building something brick by brick.

With nearly 20 years’ experience in learning and development, Steve helps individuals and teams unlock potential, overcome challenges and build stronger, more emotionally intelligent workplaces.

Whether coaching one-to-one or leading group sessions, Steve brings energy, empathy and a practical mindset to everything he does. He’s passionate about helping leaders understand the real impact they have – and giving them the tools to lead with purpose and connection.

From newly promoted managers to seasoned executives, Steve empowers people to grow, shift behaviour and achieve meaningful goals that last. Living in the UK, when he’s not facilitating change, you’ll likely find him out walking, reflecting, or getting inspired for his next session.

With 35+ years’ experience across finance, healthcare and tech, John Murphy helps leaders grow with clarity, courage and impact. He’s supported teams at Johnson & Johnson, Boston Scientific and Wynn Las Vegas, with standout results.

Whether supporting C-suite leaders, mid-level managers, coaching or scaling start-ups, John brings practical wisdom, sharp insight and a big heart. Known for asking powerful questions – he helps people get unstuck, lead boldly and build lasting change.