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As Director of Strategic Services, Tina Quinn brings more than 30 years of experience and expertise in corporate PR, specifically in the areas of strategic planning, crisis and issue management, stakeholder engagement, media relations, project management and event management.
Tina works across a number of large indigenous and multinational clients within the consultancy, with a particular interest in, and focus on, strategic planning. She has been a key member of the team since 1990 and brings significant experience to her work on behalf of clients.
Tina holds the Public Relations Institute of Ireland (PRII) Diploma in PR. She is a member of the Public Relations Institute of Ireland (PRII) and she joined the Board of Good Shepherd Cork in 2020.
A PR practitioner since 1969, Robin O’Sullivan initially worked as a journalist with the Cork Examiner/Evening Echo and was RTÉ News’ first full time reporter in Cork. In 1981 he left the John Daly Group, where he was a director at Coca-Cola Bottling Company, to set up O’Sullivan Public Relations Ltd.
A steadily-growing client portfolio included local authorities, the dairy industry and leading companies in the pharmaceutical, industrial and high-tech sectors throughout the country. Robin participated in the establishment of Ireland’s first licenced local television station – Cork Multi-Channel – as director and presenter from 1985 to 1988.
He has served as Director of the Cork International Film Festival, President of Cork Chamber and of the Chambers of Commerce of Ireland, and was a Director of the National Consumer Agency. He is currently a director of Bishopstown Credit Union. He holds a Life Fellowship from the Public Relations Institute of Ireland.
Siobhán Howe is Senior Client Director at AM O’Sullivan PR and a communications specialist with over 15 years of public relations and communications experience, gained through both consultancy and in-house roles in public and private sector.
She has a strong background in corporate and consumer PR, crisis communications, media relations and internal communications. Siobhán works with clients on developing effective and engaging communication strategies and campaigns including surveys, focus groups, video content, community outreach and events. Recent campaigns include showcasing sustainability strategies, meaningful community outreach, STEM initiatives and business and arts partnerships. Siobhán is an avid and experienced published writer on a broad range of topics.
Siobhán is a graduate of multiple disciplines including internal communications, public relations and event management.
Client Director at AM O’Sullivan PR, Orla Clancy leads media relations activity and the client team for the consultancy. She has over 12 years of public relations and communications experience gained through consultancy and in-house roles. She supports clients with strategic communications strategies, executive communications, stakeholder engagement, event management and internal communications training. Orla also oversees business development, operations and human resources (HR) for AM O’Sullivan PR.
Orla joined the Public Relations and Communications Association (PRCA) Qualifications Board in 2021. She is a member of the Public Relations Institute of Ireland (PRII), the Public Relations and Communications Association (PRCA), and the Public Relations Society of America (PRSA).
In April 2020, Orla founded Strategic, the online business-to-business public relations publication for decision-makers. Her network includes professionals and organisations internationally, particularly in the US, UK and Ireland.
Orla holds qualifications in public relations and crisis management from the Public Relations Institute of Ireland (PRII) and a Bachelor of Arts degree in Law and Accounting from the University of Limerick.
Mark Harrington is Client Manager at AM O’Sullivan PR. He is a skilled communications professional, possessing diverse industry experience garnered from time spent in consultancy and in-house roles, in both corporate and consumer settings.
At AM O’Sullivan PR, Mark works with a variety of clients including those in the life sciences, technology, and energy sectors. He supports clients with strategic communications planning, stakeholder engagement, public affairs, event management and media relations.
Mark has built a network of local and national media contacts across print, online and broadcast outlets. He supports clients to tell their stories by reaching the right audiences and influencing public sentiment.
Mark is a BComm (Hons) graduate from University College Cork, and holds an MSc in Marketing Practice from CIT. Mark also holds the Diploma in Public Relations and a Certificate in Account Management from the Public Relations Institute of Ireland (PRII).
Aileen McCormack is the Office Manager at AM O’Sullivan PR. She joined the team in October 2020, having amassed more than 20 years of experience working in the hospitality, construction and manufacturing industries.
Her career has seen her develop excellent communication skills and a keen eye for detail. Aileen is proficient in all key account administration software and has extensive experience in managing accounts payable, accounts receivable, purchasing / supplier relations and payroll.
Aileen oversees the smooth running of the AM O’Sullivan PR office.
Dympna O’Callaghan has been a consultant to AM O’Sullivan PR since January 2019 and is site lead for communications at Roche Ireland Clarecastle.
A marketing and communications specialist, Dympna O’Callaghan set up molly d marketing in 2006 following a successful career with Shannon Development in Shannon, Co Clare where she worked in many roles, in accounting, marketing and communications.
Dympna was one of a ten-person international marketing team responsible for attracting inward investment into the Shannon region, linking with companies in a diverse range of sectors in northern and central Europe. She was also senior press officer for industry, devising communications campaigns to project the many innovations emanating from Shannon.
As director of molly d marketing, Dympna works with public and private sector organisations on a wide range of deliverables in the following areas: public relations, media relations, brand and website development, writing/editing/proofing, and event management.
Dympna holds a Corporate MBA from the University of Limerick, is a Graduate of the Marketing Institute of Ireland (MMII Grad), has a Diploma in Digital Marketing from the Digital Marketing Institute, a Certificate in Social Media from the Public Relations Institute of Ireland (PRII), and a Proofreading for Business qualification from the PRII.
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