Emily O' Gorman
About Emily O' Gorman
Emily O'Gorman is a Senior Program Manager at Dogpatch Labs, where she leads the Founders Talent Accelerator. She has extensive experience in entrepreneurship and innovation, having held various roles in organizations such as the Dublin Tech Summit and Plug and Play Tech Center.
Current Role at Dogpatch Labs
Emily O'Gorman serves as the Senior Program Manager for the Founders Talent Accelerator at Dogpatch Labs since 2023. In this role, she is responsible for managing programs that support early-stage startups and entrepreneurs. Her focus includes developing initiatives that foster innovation and entrepreneurship within the Dublin startup ecosystem.
Previous Experience at Dogpatch Labs
Prior to her current position, Emily O'Gorman held multiple roles at Dogpatch Labs. She worked as an Innovation Program Associate from 2021 to 2022, where she contributed to various innovation initiatives. Following that, she served as the Innovation Program Manager in 2022 for 11 months, overseeing programs designed to accelerate startup growth and innovation.
Educational Background
Emily O'Gorman studied at Trinity College Dublin, where she completed a Post Graduate degree in Innovation and Enterprise Development from 2020 to 2021. She also attended Dublin City University from 2016 to 2020, earning her undergraduate degree. Her education laid the foundation for her career in entrepreneurship and innovation.
Involvement in Entrepreneurship Initiatives
Emily O'Gorman has been actively involved in various entrepreneurship initiatives. She set up DCU's student incubator, promoting a culture of entrepreneurship among students. Additionally, she organized Techstars Startup Weekends in Dublin and Berlin, facilitating networking opportunities for entrepreneurs. She also co-organized DCU's #Hack4Change, focusing on social impact through technology.
Early Career and Internships
Emily O'Gorman began her career with roles that included being a Marketing Intern at Premier Lotteries Ireland in 2018 and working as a Startup & Ventures associate at Plug and Play Tech Center from 2018 to 2019. These positions provided her with foundational experience in marketing and startup ecosystems, contributing to her expertise in program management.