Cara O’Leary, Country Manager, LinkedIn Ireland
Cara O’Leary is LinkedIn Ireland’s Country Manager and Senior Director for LinkedIn Talent Solutions in Europe. She leads LinkedIn’s Dublin site; home to over 2,000 employees and the company’s EMEA & LATAM headquarters, where she is focused on driving growth, building community, and shaping the future of work.
In her European role, Cara heads LinkedIn’s Mid-Market Talent Solutions business. Since joining LinkedIn in 2016, she has held leadership positions across multiple organisations, partnering with customers of every size; from start-ups to the world’s largest employers, to transform how they attract, hire and retain talent.
Before LinkedIn, Cara spent 16 years in the Irish recruitment industry in leadership roles with both Irish and US multinationals. She is passionate about building inclusive, high-performing teams and championing the role of technology in unlocking opportunity for people and businesses.
Cara holds a Bachelor of Business Studies and French from the University of Limerick. Based in Dublin, she is married with four sons and is an active coach and supporter of community sport.
Niamh Doran, HR Manager, SIMS IVF
Niamh has 8 years of experience working in human resources.
She is dedicated to creating a positive and supportive work environment at Sims IVF.
Specialising in talent acquisition, employee relations, and organisational development, ensuring that our team is equipped to provide compassionate and high-quality care to individuals and families on their fertility journey.
Samantha Humphreys – Managing Director of Human Health, and Head of the Country Leadership Team at MSD Ireland
Samantha Humphreys is the Managing Director of MSD’s Human Health Business in Ireland and leads the MSD Ireland Country Leadership Team.
With over 16 years’ experience at MSD, Samantha has built a distinguished career across multiple divisions and geographies. She brings a proven track record in leading collaborative teams, driving business growth, and navigating complex challenges. Her career includes leadership roles spanning Oncology, Women’s Health, and Market Access, as well as impactful contributions in Supply Chain and Global Project Management.
Passionate about fostering a dynamic and inclusive workplace culture, Samantha is committed to building collaborative, purpose-driven teams that deliver sustainable impact for patients, colleagues, and communities alike.