Who we are

We aim to build long-lasting relationships with clients and address their learning needs with effective solutions. Carole Hogan Associates is known for its professionalism and integrity. We specialize in assessing training needs and creating customized learning and development solutions for each organization. Our strengths lie in leadership and talent development.

We focus on participants’ learning styles and apply various interactive training methods to help them apply their knowledge in the workplace. We are dedicated to training key members on the skills needed for effective Human Resource Development, helping organizations become self-sufficient in learning.

Our research commitment allows us to offer innovative learning solutions that enhance the development of an organization’s most important asset: its people. We have published significant research and frequently speak at conferences. Our broad experience encompasses research in human resource challenges both internationally and for individual companies. Carole Hogan Associates guarantees high-quality trainers and facilitators for all learning programs, each with strong educational backgrounds, comprehensive theoretical knowledge, and diverse experience.

Dr Carole Hogan

Phd, MEd, BA, HDEd, Grad Dip Training and Development, ASTD, ICM

Carole is a Human Resource Development Consultant with more than 30 years’ experience. She founded Carole Hogan Associates in 1994, and since then she has sourced experienced and competent team providing leadership and executive development and executive coaching services. She has managed teams, functions, and businesses of varying size and complexity. Carole established and managed successful Competency Based Performance Management and Development processes in many organisations. She has coached extensively in the past 15 years in high tech, biotech, financial services, smaller companies, and non-profits. Carole designs and delivers intensive, action-oriented leadership development programmes that enable executives to transfer their personal learning and leadership insights back to their everyday work in organisations. Carole is a recognized expert in executive level competency modelling and applications such as 360 assessment and development, selection, succession planning and talent management. Carole also managed executive development, succession planning, and executive coaching in organisations.


Carole has presented extensively at conferences and in academia as well as contributing and authoring numerous books and academic papers. Having lectured in Learning and Talent Development on the MSc programme in UCC and guests lectured on Human Resource Development Programmes for the University of Limerick.


Summary of Activity:

Institute of Commercial Management (ICM) Approved Examination Centre
ASTD Associate Member, CIPD Member.

Carole has presented extensively at conferences and in academia as well as contributing and authoring numerous books and academic papers.

Institute of Commercial Management (ICM) Approved Examination Centre
ASTD Associate Member, CIPD Member.

Publications

Hogan, Carole, Garavan, Thomas N., Cahir-O’Donnell, Amanda, Gubbins, Claire, (2020) Learning and Development in Organisations: Strategy, Evidence, and Practice, Oaktree Press, Dublin.

Hogan, Carole, Garavan, Thomas N., Cahir-O’Donnell, Amanda, (2009) Developing Managers and Leaders, Gill & MacMillan, Dublin.

Hogan, Carole, Garavan, Thomas N., Cahir-O’Donnell, Amanda, (2003) Making Training and Development Work; A Best Practice Guide, Oak Tree Press, Dublin.

Qualifiactions

Doctorate of Social Science in Human Resource Development, University of Leicester, United Kingdom.

Master of Education, University of Sheffield, United Kingdom.

Diploma in Training and Development, University of Limerick.

Higher Diploma in Education, University College Cork.

Bachelor of Arts Degree, University College Cork.

Our Associates

  • Dee Clune

    With over 30 years' experience, Deirdre is an expert in organizational culture, leadership, strategy & business transformation, and employee well-being, engagement, retention, and development.

    She has a proven track record of leading key business and employee initiatives across EMEA. Following leadership roles in manufacturing and running her own HR consultancy, she held senior HR positions in large organizations, including Group HR Director for a 15,000-person service organization. For the past eight years, she's consulted with diverse clients in HR, business transformation, leadership, and employee development. A qualified psychotherapist, she also provides counselling services. Deirdre holds an MSc in Adolescent Psychotherapy, a BSc in Integrative Psychotherapy and Counselling, an MBs in HR Strategies, an Advanced Diploma in Personal, Leadership and Executive Coaching, and other qualifications. She is a chartered fellow of the CIPD and a fellow of the L&DI, and volunteers on non-profit boards.

  • Liz Kingston

    A Senior Human Resource professional with over 25 years’ experience within the field of Human resource development in high-tech manufacturing sites leveraging on her Science background to bring unique strategies to both leadership and process development. 

    Areas of expertise designing and delivering learning and development workshops and programmes, talent management, Strategic Planning, Change Management, best practice competency-based Performance Management, Career Development, mentoring and coaching, Training & Development, Employment Law, Compliance/Governance and Employee/Industrial Relations. Liz has worked extensively at senior levels in the pharmaceutical, medical device and charity sectors and has a broad range of experience as a consultant with SMEs, Healthcare Sector and Multinational organizations, which uniquely positions her to provide Leadership programmes for managers at every level that can be tailored to the needs of the organisation and the needs of the individual. All programmes are rooted in Emotional Intelligence-based leadership. She is passionately committed to helping clients maximise their potential through coaching and training.  She is also a CIPD and IITD member as well as an EQi & EQ360 coach.

  • Brian O'Donoghue

    An experienced Human Resources and Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion (DE&I) professional. Brian has a proven track record across multiple industries. He has a strong background in project management, talent acquisition, and process improvement, having worked with global companies like TikTok, Asana, and Google.

    Brian specializes in developing and delivering training programs, leadership development, and human resource process optimizations. His skills in relationship management, problem-solving, and data-driven decision-making have enabled him to drive meaningful business outcomes for his clients.

    He is passionate about fostering inclusive environments and helping organizations achieve their diversity goals.

    With a master's degree in Management and Marketing and various certifications in project management and facilitation, Brian brings a wealth of knowledge and expertise to every engagement. Whether advising on DE&I strategies or enhancing recruitment processes, Brian is committed to helping organizations succeed by prioritizing people and performance.

  • Dr Thomas Garavan

    Dr Thomas Garavan is an internationally recognised expert in leadership development, learning, and coaching, with over 30 years of experience working across the private and public sectors. He has delivered more than 5,000 individual coaching sessions and over 600 team coaching sessions, supporting leaders and organisations to embed coaching culture, drive behavioural change, and enhance leadership capability.

    With long-standing coaching partnerships with organisations such as ESB, Stryker, Dell, and AIB, Thomas is known for his evidence-based approach and exceptional ability to tailor development solutions for teams and individuals at all levels.

  • Avril Mansworth

    Avril Mansworth is a highly experienced executive coach, consultant, and psychologist with over 25 years of cross-sector coaching experience, including in pharmaceuticals, engineering, education, and multinational corporate settings. She brings a strong academic background with two master’s degrees, earning her Chartered Psychologist status from the Psychological Society of Ireland (PSI).

    Avril specialises in leadership development, talent assessment, and psychometric coaching, delivering high-impact 1:1 and team-based interventions across Ireland, Europe, and the US. Her coaching practice integrates the latest neuroscience research to support performance and behaviour change.