Thursday 15 May
Connecting grassroots sport with best practice in sports innovation.
Case studies from NGBs and Sports Partnerships who are using digital technology to transform processes and revenue streams.
Product Exhibitions from cutting edge sports tech innovators
Interactive forum on how Companies are availing of services from the Data2Sustain EDIH to progress product and service roadmaps
Reflections on digital innovation from leaders across the domains of sports business, participation and performance
Thursday 15 May 2025 9.30 – 3.30pm
ATU Galway, Dublin Road Campus
Mark Gottsche, GAA National Games Development Operations Manager
Conor Carmody, Innovation Exchange, Rory Byrne, fit2trade & Teddy Murphy, Miagen
Mary Corry, National Active Cities Officer
Dr Denise Martin, ATU; Mike Conroy, Data2Sustain
Olly Logan, Aquatics GB & Triathlon Ireland Chang Woohyuk, Norwich City FC
Kurt Reinhardt, Enterprise Ireland & formerly Connacht GAA & Eavan Mulligan, Nudge Communications
Dr Lisa Ryan, Head of School of Science & Computing, ATU
Friday 16 May
This year as part of itag’s AtlanTec Festival ‘Shaping the Future of Technology Innovation’ we will be hosting an AI hackathon. The two-day event will bring innovators, tech enthusiasts, and industry leaders from across Galway together to develop cutting-edge AI solutions that tackle real-world challenges.
For more information visit: https://atlantec.ie/atlantec-ai-challenge/
AtlanTec AI Challenge will be a full day event, held at the School of Computer Science, University of Galway. Teams will collaborate from 9.30am to lunch. Followed by presentations from 2pm – 5pm. Winning teams will be selected by our AI expert judging panel.
Wednesday 21 May
9.45am at Genesys.
What to expect:
- Real-world examples of how companies are leveraging AI to support CS initiatives and activities.
- Tips, tricks and best practice for implementing AI initiatives for CS.
Wednesday 21 May
AtlanTec will host a special Leadership Event on the 21st at the Hardiman Hotel.
- Dinner
- Wisdom in Action Leadership Insights from Dr Sarah Kiernan Assistant Dean, Executive and Professional Education at University of Limerick.
- Panel Discussion
- Audience Roundtable
Limited spots available and the event is invite only so if interested in attending please email ccawley@itag.ie
The event will take place from 5pm – 8pm.
Thursday 22 May
This event held by itag’s Digital Women’s forum, will explore how to foster adaptability and collaboration in teams navigating disruption, highlighting change management principles that support agility, performance, and innovation. With a focus on building trust, psychological safety, and data-driven decision-making, the discussion will also emphasize how inclusive leadership strengthens resilience and drives sustainable growth.
Elaine Murphy is Site Lead for Signify Health Ireland. As an operations leader with a rich background in multinational tech scale-ups, board memberships, and leadership roles like the former president of the American Chamber of Commerce, Elaine brings a unique perspective to the 2025 Atlantec festival. Elaine’s experience navigating complex, matrixed organisations and driving growth in dynamic environments will resonate deeply with an audience of tech enthusiasts, operations leaders, entrepreneurs, and innovators.
In this keynote, Elaine will explore how to foster adaptability and collaboration in teams facing disruption. She will champion specific change management principles that empower teams to pivot swiftly while maintaining focus on performance and innovation. From cultivating a culture of trust and psychological safety to leveraging data-driven decision-making, Elaine offers practical insights for leaders to drive sustainable growth. Her approach, rooted in real-world successes and her advocacy for diversity and inclusion, highlights how inclusive leadership fuels resilience.
Moderated by Signify Health Site Lead, Elaine Murphy, the panel will include:
- Eimear Coffey, VP Technology Management Fidelity Investments
- Julie Dowling, CEO AIM Centre
- Florence Higgins, VP of International Sales Smartbear
The panel will delve further into the topic of building resilience, fostering phycological safety and leveraging data driven insights within leadership in Tech.
Thursday 22 May
This event held by itag’s Product Management Forum will take place on Thursday 22nd May at PorterShed Galway.
Alex Blackstock, CVS Healthcare Delivery (Signify Health)
Alex is the Chief Product Officer For CVS Healthcare Delivery, which was acquired by Signify Health in 2022. Prior to his time at CVS, Alex was the Global Head of Product for Amazon Geospatial.
His talk will explore the transformative power of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in shaping the landscape of healthcare delivery and its profound implications for product management. As AI continues to evolve, it presents both unprecedented opportunities and unique challenges for healthcare organizations like CVS Health.
Amanda Halpin, Genesys, Rob O'Shaughnessy, Switch Dimension, Rory O'Flynn, FirstBlox
Moderator: Keerthi Chandra Sekaren, Skedda
Friday 23 May
Nigel Baker, Neueda
Agile Coach, Certified Scrum Trainer, and creator of the Nigel Scale.
Nigel Baker is a seasoned Agile Coach and Certified Scrum Trainer with well over 20 years of experience in the Agile field. He has worked extensively with organizations of varying sizes, helping them implement and refine Agile approaches. .Nigel is also the creator of the Nigel Scale, a tool designed to help teams assess the applicability of Agile practices within their specific contexts.
Session Overview:
In an era marked by rapid technological advancements and shifting workplace dynamics, traditional Agile methodologies are being challenged to adapt. This session, led by renowned Agile Coach Nigel Baker, delves into innovative Agile techniques and approaches tailored for the modern world.
Key Topics:
- Adapting to the New World: Strategies for Agile teams to thrive amidst remote work, digital transformation, and evolving organizational structures.
- Embracing Change: Understanding the importance of flexibility and continuous learning in Agile practices.
- ScrumMastery: Exploring the evolving role of Scrum Masters as facilitators of change and champions of team empowerment.
- Integrating AI: Assessing the impact of Artificial Intelligence on Agile workflows and decision-making processes.
- Scaling Agile: Insights into effectively scaling Agile practices across large and complex organizations.
- The Nigel Scale: An introduction to Nigel Baker’s framework for evaluating Agile practices based on context and necessity.nigelbaker+1agiletoagility.com+1
Interactive Q&A Session:
Following the keynote, attendees will have the opportunity to engage directly with Nigel Baker during an hour-long Q&A session. This interactive segment is designed to address specific challenges, share experiences, and explore solutions tailored to participants’ unique organizational contexts.
Monday 26 May
Insight SFI Research Centre for Data Analytics, Data2Sustain, Datavant & Storm Technology
Prof Edward Curry, University of Galway
Edward Curry is a Professor Data Science, University of Galway, Director of Insight Research Ireland Centre for Data Analytics, Director for Data Science Institute and VP for Big Data Value Association (BDVA) | dataspaces.info
John Tallon, Storm Technology
John Tallon is an AI Thought Leader, Practice Director leading AI & Data, App Innovation, and M365 Productivity at Storm Technology.
David Copeland, Datavant
David Copeland is a Senior Data Scientist and Privacy Expert for Datavant.
Monday 26 May
Brought to you by itag’s Testing Forum.
Explore how process excellence, advanced tooling, and AI converge to enhance software quality. Join our itag’s Testing Forum to discover insights and practical strategies.
Empower your approach to quality through innovative technology and smarter workflows.
Brought to you by itag’s Testing Forum.
Explore how process excellence, advanced tooling, and AI converge to enhance software quality. Join our itag’s Testing Forum to discover insights and practical strategies.
Empower your approach to quality through innovative technology and smarter workflows.
Stephen Conneely & Shane Coyne, Fidelity Investments
Speakers Stephen Conneely, Director of Quality Engineering, Fidelity Investments and Shane Coyne, Principal Software Quality Engineer, Fidelity Investments will discuss:
Success in Quality Engineering comes from solving the right problems with the right mix of tools, processes, and people. This talk explores how to move beyond trends—embracing focused microtools, intentional process design, and scalable AI use cases that deliver real, repeatable value.
Ruadhri Howman & Ronan Brigdale, Liberty IT
Speakers, Ruadhrí Howman, Senior Solutions Architect, Liberty IT and Ronan Brigdale, Senior Software Engineer, Liberty IT will discuss transforming workflows at Liberty IT.
A year-long story of how Gen AI has permeated Liberty IT. Looking at the impact on developers through tooling such as GitHub Copilot, and the evolution of that tool, plus how we took a range of business use-cases and experimented with how Gen AI could bring value, either through time-saving efficiencies or cost-reduction opportunities.”
Tuesday 27 May
This panel will cover the controversial topic of just how much impact data centres have on our environment and energy security. Has Ireland reached the limit of the number of data centres it can support, or will building the right data centres in the right places with the right power sources allow further expansion?
Don’t miss out on this opportunity to get more informed about the infrastructure that drives the cloud applications worked on by so many itag members.
Chaired by: Pauline O’Reilly, Irish District Energy Association
- Niall Muphy is an engineering manager in Cisco Systems in Galway. He has authored one book on safety for software controlled systems. From 2020 to 2024 he was a Galway City Councillor and campaigned for a more sustainable environment through city development plans and city policy.
- Michael McCarthy is director of Cloud Infrastructure Ireland (CII) having previously served as CEO of the Irish Solar Energy Association [ISEA]. Michael holds extensive experience of environmental-related legislation within the Oireachtas through his service of 14 years as a TD and Senator including as Chair of the joint committee on Environment, Culture and the Gaeltacht, and the chairing of the public consultation on the pre-legislative stages of the Climate and Low Carbon Development Act 2015.
- Pauline O’Reilly Pauline O’Reilly is the CEO of the Irish District Energy Association, which promotes district heating and cooling in Ireland. Prior to taking up this role Pauline served as a Senator, city councillor, and Chairperson of a political party.
Thursday 29 May - AtlanTec Conference
Building the Bridge to Tomorrow: Research, Progress, and the Future
Jonathan McCrea, Whipsmart Media & Newstalk
Jonathan McCrea is on a mission to help busy professionals use AI to their advantage and is a passionate advocate for AI literacy in Ireland. Through Get Started With AI, he provides consultancy, implementation, and training to SMEs and individuals looking for a competitive edge through AI.
He is the founder of Whipsmart Media, a communications consultancy specialising in the medical, pharmaceutical, and science sectors and the host of many technology events, including World Summit AI, The Deloitte Fast 50, Techfest, and Enterprise Ireland’s Disruptech. Jonathan is also an award-winning science and technology broadcaster. He is the host of Futureproof, Newstalk’s flagship science programme and 10 Things to Know About on RTÉ 1.
He sits on the advisory board for The Science Media Centre in Ireland as well as Finovation, a new fintech startup. Jonathan also writes for Silicon Republic on the challenges and opportunities of integrating Artificial Intelligence in Ireland today.
Bronagh Riordan, EY
With an impactful 23-year career journey Bronagh has a proven track record of delivering Data, Analytics & AI strategy and solutions to match global business strategies.
She is an authentic and empathetic leader with a people-first mindset and is skilled in leading and mentoring multidisciplinary, high-performing teams to achieve their full potential. Bronagh held senior roles across industry, where she was responsible for developing data, analytics & AI strategies, transforming data, analytics & AI capability and delivering impactful data, analytics, AI and technology products.
In recognition of her work, Bronagh was named as a ‘Global Data Power Woman’ in both 2024 and 2023. This acknowledgement serves to feature women holding leadership positions in prominent companies worldwide, showcasing their strategic and operational excellence and recognising that their work shapes the data landscape, breaks new ground, and paves the way for the next generation of women in data.
Dr. Bairbre McNicholas Intensivist & Nephrologist, University Hospital Galway & University of Galway
Amanda Colreavy, Fidelity Investments
Edel Joyce, Cisco
Edel Joyce is Director of Product Management for AI & Elevated Experiences for Cisco Devices.
Edel Joyce is an established technology executive with years of experience in driving innovation and delivering results. Her expertise spans engineering, operations, design, customer experience and strategy.
Most recently, Edel led the development of the multi award-winning Webex Hologram and the launch of the industry-first Cisco Spatial Meetings in partnership with Apple. Currently, she is at the forefront of developing AI-powered experiences for Cisco devices and redefining user interactions across the portfolio.
Edel is passionate about delivering products for the greater good and challenging the norm.
Edel will present a lightening talk on how to maximise motivation within teams.
Rob Bowers, Datavant
Marie Wallace Data Scientist, Accenture
Clare Dillon, CURIOSS
Eamon Keane, Rory Carroll, Sarah Kennedy, Tomas Breen & Ali Mohd - Storm Technology
Thursday 29 May AtlanTec Conference Afternoon
Cyber Track
Mark Power, Immersive Labs
Immersive crisis simulation exercises move beyond the standard slide-driven tabletop exercise. In this session Immersive will simulate a high-stakes crisis scenario to evaluate responses in real time.
Mark has garnered a wealth of diverse experience, primarily in leading sales, solutions architecture, and customer success teams. These skills have been honed through roles at renowned enterprises like Microsoft, AWS, and Splunk. Today Mark leads Immersives’ efforts across Western and Northern Europe, supporting clients through Cyber Drills, Cyber Simulations and upskilling programmes, that are designed to help enterprises test, prove and improve their human cyber capabilities.
Mamoona Asghar, School of Computer Science University of Galway
Dr Mamoona Asghar is an Assistant Professor in the School of Computer Science and an Applied Cybersecurity expert with extensive R&D experience in the interdisciplinary domains of Cryptography, AI, and Data-driven innovation. With over 18 years of professional experience, she is an engaged educator, researcher, and mentor committed to transforming complex data into actionable insights that drive decisive, real-world change. Her contributions to cybersecurity research, innovation, workforce development, and mentoring have earned her multiple awards and recognition on both national and global levels.
Daniel Rogers, Centripetal
Pat Ryan, Garda National Cyber Crime Bureau, Connor McEnroy, HPE, Ian Thornton, RMI
Thursday 29 May AtlanTec Conference Afternoon
Artificial Intelligence Track
Gary Short, Darach AI
Gary Short is the founder of Darach.ai an AI/ML modelling company that allows you to make better business decisions by predicting the future.
This talk will take place Monday 26th May from 5.30pm – 7.30pm at the Mick Lally Theatre.
Moderator: Dr Nazre Batool, University of Galway
Shubham Sonarghare, Valeo, Rena Garrett, Evernorth & Jeff Hazel, Datavant
- Challenges in Deploying AI models for Autonomous Driving – Shubham Sonarghare, Research Engineer, Valeo
- Reinventing Client and Vendor Onboarding: AI Driven Solutions for Healthcare Data Challenges – Rena Garrett, Senior Solutions Architect, Evernorth
- Save $15m Annually by using AI for Data Extraction – Jeff Hazel, Senior Engineering Manager, Datavant
Followed by a 10 minute panel discussion on the talks.
Moderator, Brian Hanly Brightbeam
Stephanus Meiring, Rent The Runway, Yvonne Comer, PorterShed & Dr Ihsan Ullah, University of Galway
Prof Michael Madden, School of Computer Science University of Galway
