Mary O’Connor – CIO of ESB

On this month’s episode of the Leaders in Tech Podcast, we’re celebrating International Women’s Day with our guest Mary O’Connor CIO of ESB. Neil and Mary have an insightful conversation spanning a range of pivotal topics: – Mary’s authentic journey from education choices, including her time at Trinity College, to her current role at ESB – The evolution of Mary’s career path leading to her position as Chief Information Officer (CIO) – Insights into navigating change and disruption within the tech landscape – Strategies for building and leading high-performing teams – The delicate balance between fostering innovation and maintaining stability in tech leadership – Effective communication techniques crucial for success in the field – Mary’s perspective on the role of diversity and inclusion in shaping tech leadership – Addressing the pressing issue of female underrepresentation in senior technology management roles – Advice and encouragement for minority groups aspiring to reach CIO/CTO positions – A glimpse into the future of work in the tech industry – Metrics defining success in tech leadership – The significance of innovation ecosystems and collaborative efforts – ESB’s commitment to decarbonisation within Ireland and the crucial role of data and technology in achieving this ambitious goal We hope you Enjoy!