Elevate HR Mentoring Programme
Supporting HR professionals across the West of Ireland through connection and HR mentoring.
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ElevateHR – Empowering HR Professionals to Lead with Impact
ElevateHR is a group mentoring initiative designed to advance the HR profession in the West of Ireland, strengthen the voice of HR within organisations and equip HR leaders with the skills, perspectives and networks needed to thrive in a changing business landscape.
The ElevateHR Mentoring Programme is designed to support HR professionals in Enterprise Ireland and IDA client companies across the West of Ireland. Over the course of the initiative, selected mentees will participate in themed group mentoring sessions, guided by experienced HR leaders. The programme includes 4-6 group sessions between February and September, a launch and 'Celebration of Learning' event. To ensure this initiative is a valuable learning experience, participants must attend at least 4 of the 6 mentor group sessions to be invited to the Celebration of Learning event. We also ask that your line manager supports your participation in this initiative. Places are limited (approximately 5 mentees per group) and matching will be based on development goals and theme preferences. Industry and experience levels will also be considered when grouping mentees with mentors.
Who It's For
This programme is targeted at Enterprise Ireland and IDA client companies:
HR Leaders
HR Business Partners
Experienced HR Generalists - working in both multinationals and indigenous organisations
The Opportunity
The role of HR Leadership is changing with the current landscape
HR Leaders are leading transformation, giving HR a visible seat at the table
The HR profession requires new skills, broader perspectives and stronger networks
The Vision
Advance the HR profession within the West region
Strengthen the 'Voice of HR' within organisations
Meet the Mentors
Mary Collins | Director of Talent Management for Global Operations at Boston Scientific
Programme Topic: Developing the Talent Strategy
Sue Gannon | Chief People Officer at Platform 94 and founder of Stride to Grow
Programme Topic: Moving from Reactive to Proactive HR Leadership
Colman Collin | Non-Executive Director with Collins McNicholas Recruitment & HR Services Group and GCIL
Programme Topic: HR’s Role in Performance & Development
Eilish O'Sullivan | Head of People & Culture at Coffey Group
Programme Topic: HR Leading Organisation Design
HR Mentoring Programme Format
Pilot Programme runs Feb – Aug 2026
Group Mentor Sessions (90 minutes each)
Initial and closing 1:1 sessions to review development goals
Pre-session resources: case studies, tools, frameworks
Reflective activities and discussion questions during
Attend 4 out of 6 sessions to join the Celebration of Learning Event on 26th Sept 2026
Eligibility
Must be an Enterprise Ireland or IDA client
Motivation to transition to a senior HR leadership role
Minimum 5–10 years relevant industry experience
Please include:
Personal statement on development goals
Manager approval
Theme preferences
The HR mentoring programme will officially launch on Friday, 16th January, in Platform 94. We look forward to seeing you all then.
Mentees
Gain real-world guidance through HR mentoring
Build strategic HR capabilities
Expand your professional network
Prepare for future leadership roles
Developing Talent Strategy
HR Leading Organisation Design
HR’s Role in Performance and Development
Moving from Reactive to Proactive Leadership
Key Dates
20th Nov 2025
Launch Night - Info Session
12th December 2025
Applications Close
9th January 2026
Confirmation of Mentor Group Allocation
16th January 2026
HR Mentoring Programme Start
26th September 2026
Celebration of learning event
Contact Us
If you have any questions, get in contact with our team of HR professionals if you're interested in registering for the HR mentoring programme:
