Archive for March 27th, 2025
Leo McGrane
Leo is the Senior Project Manager working on the CAP Network Project. He is an experienced Agrifood Innovation Professional with an expertise in fostering relationships with agrifood industry stakeholders such as farmers, researchers, corporates and startups. He has worked in a broad range of roles in the agrifood sector, both nationally and internationally, including agricultural consultancy, agricultural research and agritech innovation. Leo holds a BSc in Agricultural Science from University College Dublin and an MSc of Innovation from University of Galway.
Claire Kearney
Claire is a Project Officer at ERINN Innovation, working primarily on the CAP Network Ireland project. She developed an interest in Bioeconomy and agriculture while completing her BSc in Sustainability and Environmental Sciences at University College Dublin. She has previously worked in national Bioeconomy Research Centres and agro-ecological EU Projects. She has experience in ecological research, workshop co-ordination and data analysis. Claire has a passion for enhancing sustainable development within the Irish agricultural sector through effective communication, collaboration and knowledge transfer.
Laureen Bascou
Laureen is a Project Officer at ERINN Innovation, working on the BlueRemediomics and GuardIAS projects. She holds a BA in Applied Foreign Languages and a Master’s in Sustainability from the University of Grenoble. Her professional experience includes developing environmental education campaigns for a non-profit organisation and working in environmental communication. She is particularly interested in the social aspects of environmental issues and exploring ways to drive behavioural change towards sustainability.
Eleanor Brayden
As a member of the Communications Team at ERINN Innovation, Eleanor designs high-quality assets to communicate scientific research, which aims to promote a more equitable and sustainable future. After graduating from Trinity College Dublin with a BA in English Literature and History, she completed a second BA in Graphic Design, and a certificate in Art Therapy from the Crawford College of Art and Design in Cork. With a background in the not-for-profit sector, Eleanor is passionate about using design to tell stories that create meaningful change. She strives to amplify the positive impact of the many EU-funded projects that ERINN are involved with in areas such as agriculture, marine biology, peatland restoration and renewable energy.
Brian Cloughley
Brian leads the Communications Team, where he supports brand development, digital strategy, and crafts ideas that drive engagement. With over 25 years’ experience as a creative communications specialist, Brian’s expertise in visual communication and his love for storytelling play a key role in advancing ERINN Innovation’s creative vision. Passionate about the environment, Brian believes in the power of innovative, nature-based solutions to bring positive change to communities. He holds qualifications in Creativity, Innovation, and Leadership from UCD Innovation Academy, as well as Environmental Law and Climate Change from The Law Society of Ireland. This diverse background shapes his strategic approach, which he now channels into impactful projects.
Sarah Glascott
Sarah is a Senior Communications Officer at ERINN Innovation, working primarily on the CAP Network Ireland project. She has a BA in English and History and an MA in Journalism, with a background in journalism and content marketing. With an avid interest in environmental issues facing society, Sarah is currently working towards a Masters in Climate Change: Policy, Media and Society.
Mathilde Vidal
Mathilde is a Project Officer at ERINN Innovation, primarily engaged in the MARCO-BOLO project and contributing to the company’s knowledge transfer methodology. Holding a PhD in Zoology and Evolutionary Biology, along with an MSc in Ethology, she has developed a profound appreciation for the impact of biodiversity loss. Mathilde’s academic journey has equipped her with the skills to effectively engage diverse audiences and convey complex scientific concepts in a clear and accessible manner. Additionally, her experience in publishing has emphasized the significance of making scientific knowledge widely accessible through Open Access initiatives.
Casey Borklund
Casey is a Project Officer at ERINN Innovation and a specialist in environmental education. In her role as project officer, she conducts science communication and knowledge transfer for various EU-funded projects, and supports ERINN Innovation’s proposal development and training programmes. Casey has a broad background within the areas of conservation education and community outreach, with experience at zoological institutions, non-profit organisations, and universities. She holds a BSc in Fish and Wildlife Conservation, an MSc Certificate in Environmental Policy and Management, and an MSc in Biodiversity Conservation.
Karla Corrales
Karla is a Project Officer for the Horizon Europe project Cure4Aqua and the Horizon 2020 project AquaExcel 3.0. She completed her BSc in Biology at the University of Valencia, where she developed a special interest in marine biodiversity, conservation, and sustainability. During her thesis, she explored the link between endangered species behaviours and climate change. She then completed an MSc in Biodiversity: Conservation and Evolution at UV, where she continued to explore the link between marine conservation and citizen science. She has previously worked for research centers and start-ups, where she gained experience in multi-disciplinary projects, specifically in areas such as science communication and digital marketing. She is currently enrolled in a master’s degree in digital marketing and communication at IMF Smart Education, where her main goal is to expand her knowledge in these areas to communicate scientific outputs to wider audiences.
Rebecca Pflanz
Rebecca is Project Officer at ERINN Innovation working mainly on the Horizon Europe Projects Nettag+ and BlueRemediomics. Rebecca has a broad background in nonprofit campaigning, climate finance and digital marketing. She previously worked as a campaigner and email marketer for Change.org, the largest online petition platform worldwide and for a Berlin-based climate-impact startup. She has a BA in International Business and a MA in International Marketing Management.
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ERINN Innovation is a value-driven company owned by the staff who support research and innovation to have impact.
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ERINN Innovation Ltd
Company No.: 600883 (Ireland)
Company No.: 600883 (Ireland)
Directors
David Murphy (IE/UK)
Laura Richardson (IE)
Marieke Reuver (NL)
Michael Papapetrou (GR/IE)
Reid Hole (NO)
