Marie O'Riordan, a seasoned journalist, communicator, and diversity advocate, began her media career at just 13. She has interviewed Hollywood legends and Saint Mother Teresa. Marie founded consultancies serving a diverse clientele, from governments to Fortune 500 companies. Her relentless advocacy for diversity, equity, and inclusion earned her the 2022 Gamechanger Progress Champion Award and an international philanthropy award alongside Etihad Airways in Abu Dhabi, UAE. As an Autistic Savant, she has spoken on stages across five continents on neurodiversity. She connects with the LGBT+ community. Marie qualified in Journalism and Radio in 1994 and has done many courses worldwide to enhance her skills. Marie lives in Ireland with her South African partner and three special-needs dogs.
