Karen Ward – Official Photographer



In 1984, Ciaran Devane qualified with a first class honours degree in biochemical engineering from University College, Dublin. He is a chartered engineer. He spent 9 years working for ICI, a major multinational chemical company where he held roles in research, manufacturing, marketing and engineering.

In 1993, Ciaran became a management consultant. Since then he has led major consulting assignments at senior levels with many of the world's leading global businesses, specialising in manufacturing and supply, organisational change, capability development and multinational mergers. Both with ICI and as a consultant, Ciaran has undertaken business in Europe, North and South America, and Asia. Ciaran is a Director of WCI, a management consulting firm based in the UK and US, and is an Independent Board Member of Pavilion Housing Association, a UK based Registered Social Landlord.