My Job
I advise clients on public affairs and regulatory strategy in the technology, financial services and digital sectors. My focus is on technical policy issues including digital identity (eIDAS), cybersecurity (DORA) and platform regulation. I specialise in navigating the EU legislative process, with expertise in campaign strategy and policy planning. I bring strong experience in translating complex regulatory frameworks into actionable strategies for clients operating in highly regulated environments. Throughout the past 15 years, I have held many senior roles with H/Advisors in Brussels and led the firm’s growth and played a central role in its development from a start-up to its integration into the H/Advisors network.
My Experience
- 23 years working in the Brussels office, having held senior roles over the past 15 Years (MD, Senior Partner, CEO)
- Political Fonctionnaire of the Economic and Monetary Affairs Committee (ECON)
- EU Affairs Executive, IDA Ireland, government agency attracting Foreign Director Investment into Ireland
- Stagiaire, European Commission DG Employment and Social Affairs
My Specialisms
My Proudest Achievements
Held senior roles at H/Advisors in Brussels for 15 years, contributing to the subsequent acquisition of Cicero by H/Advisors (Havas). As an equity holder I was grateful to have gained the trust of our founders to travel on that journey with them and experience all aspects from start to finish
Played a key role in the integration into a global network, while continuing to drive growth and collaboration. Also actively supported high-impact policy campaigns, including working with clients such as Index Ventures and the EU-Inc campaign community (25K signatories) on the EU-INC regulatory proposal, bringing innovative ideas from concept through to regulatory proposal.
My Education
- Masters in European Social Policy Analysis
- BA in History, French and Sociology
My Languages
French and Irish.
My Interests outside work
Horse riding, swimming, bit of pilates/yoga and Friday bubbles.
My Favourite Brussels anecdote
Getting good betting tips off former Commissioner for Internal Market Charlie McCreevy – those were the days!