Sinead O'gorman
About Sinead O'gorman
Sinead O'Gorman is a Project Manager and Core Team Member at Women Who Code, where she has worked since 2016. She has extensive experience in technology project management, having held roles at notable organizations including Credit Suisse and the Toronto 2015 Pan/Parapan American Games Organizing Committee.
Current Role at Women Who Code
Sinead O'gorman serves as a Project Manager and Core Team Member at Women Who Code, a position she has held since 2016. In this role, she is actively involved in initiatives that promote diversity and inclusion within the tech industry. O'gorman plays a key role in advancing the organization's mission to support women in technology by developing programs and events that enhance leadership skills. Her contributions have significantly impacted the growth of the Women Who Code community, which now spans over 20 countries and includes more than 50,000 members.
Previous Experience at London 2012
O'gorman worked as the Technology Project and Operations Manager for the London 2012 Olympic Games from 2011 to 2012. In this capacity, she was responsible for overseeing technology projects and ensuring operational efficiency during the event. Her role was critical in managing the technological infrastructure that supported the games, contributing to the successful execution of this major international event.
Experience at Toronto 2015 Pan/Parapan American Games
Sinead O'gorman held multiple roles at the Toronto 2015 Pan/Parapan American Games Organizing Committee. She served as the Manager of Information Systems from 2013 to 2015, where she managed the information systems necessary for the event. Additionally, she worked as the Technology Operations Manager for five months in 2015, further enhancing her expertise in managing large-scale technology operations for significant sporting events.
Educational Background
O'gorman has a strong academic foundation with degrees from the School of Food and Nutritional Sciences, where she studied Business and Information Systems. She achieved a Master of Science and a Bachelor of Interdisciplinary Studies between 2004 and 2008. Additionally, she attended Cork Institute of Technology from 1998 to 2000, further enriching her educational experience.
Career at Credit Suisse
O'gorman has extensive experience at Credit Suisse, where she held several positions. She worked as a Software Project Manager from 2010 to 2011 in Zurich, Switzerland, and previously served as Project Lead and Java Application Developer from 2008 to 2010. Additionally, she began her career at Credit Suisse as an IT Summer Intern in 2006. Her roles involved managing software projects and developing applications, contributing to her expertise in technology management.