Clare Sinanan

Recruitment Specialist | Cala Consulting

With over 20 years of experience working both in-house with organisations such as Queen's University and Translink, as well as on the agency side, Clare has a deep understanding of what it takes to build a successful team. Clare has recruited candidates for a diverse range of organisations and works in partnership with companies to help them grow their teams in a cost-effective manner, saving them time and allowing them to focus on their core business. Clare's specialist areas include providing recruitment solutions in IT, Engineering, Environmental, and Sustainability sectors. Additionally, Clare offers in-house consultancy services to companies that are growing but do not yet have a permanent talent acquisition function.

Angela Skarmoutsos

Owner & Director of Cosimac Ltd

In January 2020, Angela embarked on an exciting journey to create her own brand of high-quality robes. She meticulously researched and designed every element of the Cosimac robe, leading to the launch of Cosimac in August 2020. Since then, the brand has expanded its product portfolio and achieved significant success. Cosimac primarily operates online, shipping to Ireland, the UK, Europe, and America. Prior to founding Cosimac, Angela served as Vice Principal in a primary school, where she honed her skills in team building, staff management, action plan development, and target setting—skills that have been instrumental in building her own successful brand.

Heather Carr

Enterprise Programme Manager

Heather, our Enterprise Programme Manager, brings over 8 years of entrepreneurial expertise to our team. With a background in advertising at agencies Saatchi & Saatchi, TBWA, and McCann Erickson Belfast, and business development experience at Arts & Business NI. Heather boasts a diverse skill set encompassing project management, content creation, and a range of other vital enterprise skills. Heather proudly wears the label of a serial entrepreneur, having successfully launched three businesses, including her current venture, "Kill It With Quizzes." She is an enthusiastic advocate for supporting women fulfil their business dreams, drawing inspiration from the rollercoaster of her own entrepreneurial journey! Heather's mission is clear: to empower women from all walks of life to create a better future for themselves by starting their own businesses.