Chair Fiona McCabe
Fiona was educated at Queen’s University and University of Ulster, and is a Certified director with the Institute of Directors. She is passionate about the third sector having studied Voluntary sector management at Boston College, USA and worked in the sector for over 20 years. She is currently CEO of Threshold Services Group. Previously, she served as Director of Positive Futures and as Director for Ireland and the Isle of Man with Leonard Cheshire, a charity supporting over 40,000 people with disabilities worldwide. She also held the role of Chief Executive Officer at Brain Injury Matters. Fiona is married with two children.
Director Andy Hill
Andy has over 15 years marketing experience and has worked with many global brands. He has an extensive knowledge of everything social media, branding, advertising and marketing. In March 2009 Andy setup his own advertising and marketing agency - More Design, based in Bangor. During this time he managed to win contracts with companies such as NatWest Bank, Three Mobile, UNICEF and Liverpool Football Club.
After selling his share in More Design Andy consulted for a number of companies in the software industry before setting up Dokoo Digital, a full service digital marketing agency based in Holywood, Northern Ireland. Dokoo helps businesses build their brands online and offline. In November 2013 Andy was co-opted onto the board of The Chartered Institute of Marketing for Ireland. Alongside his board position at the CIM Andy also works for business in the community as a mentor to many businesses seeking marketing and commercial support. Andy also is a co-founder of The Digital Exchange, a networking group for marketing students and marketing professionals that meets monthly.
Director Nancy McMullan
Nancy is Head of Engagement at Diversity Mark, where she leads the organisation’s signatory engagement strategy and oversees the independent assessment process. Her role focuses on strengthening relationships with signatory organisations and ensuring a positive, streamlined accreditation experience. Previously, Nancy worked as Head of Business Development and Marketing at Arthur Boyd and Co., leading on design and delivery of its marketing strategy and new business acquisition. Prior to that, she was Head of Global Marketing, Brand and Communications for Ulster Weavers Ltd, she led the Marketing, Graphic and eCommerce teams in delivering on advertising, design, digital CRM, social media and editorial. Prior to that Nancy was head of Client Experience for Aperture DS LLP, formerly Grant Thornton, where she set up and led a client experience function within the insolvency vertical. Nancy was also project lead for driving internal culture change and client engagement, working to influence circa 150 employees with impact on 30,000 clients. Nancy graduated from the University of Ulster with a degree in Business and Marketing and also holds a post graduate diploma with the Chartered Institute of Marketing.
Director Karl Webb
Based in Queens Management School, Karl Webb is responsible for developing valuable relationships with employers and industry bodies. He works collaboratively with internal and external stakeholders to drive employability skills that enable its students to reach their potential. Karl has a strong track record in senior executive talent acquisition including roles across a broad range of industry areas including professional services, technology and manufacturing.
Director Gary McDonald
Irish News Business Editor Gary McDonald is an award-winning journalist with more than three decades of experience. His reporting goes beyond the ordinary, coloured by his eclectic interests that span culture and sports, with a focus on stories and initiatives that help make the community vibrant and prosperous. He brings the value of that commitment along with his wide-ranging network of contacts to the board of CO3 Enterprises and Engage.