Cathy Ward
About Cathy Ward
Cathy Ward is a Senior Manager at Sia Partners in Dublin, Ireland, with over a decade of experience in project management and change management across various industries. She has previously held roles at Arthur J. Gallagher International and Towergate Insurance, focusing on Agile product ownership and business process design.
Work at Sia Partners
Cathy Ward has been serving as a Senior Manager at Sia Partners since 2020. Based in Dublin, Ireland, she has accumulated four years of experience in this role. Her responsibilities include leading projects and managing teams to deliver effective solutions for clients. Sia Partners is known for its consulting services across various sectors, and Ward's expertise contributes to the firm's ability to address complex business challenges.
Previous Experience
Before joining Sia Partners, Cathy Ward held several positions that contributed to her extensive experience in project management and consulting. She worked as a Project Manager at Arthur J. Gallagher International for three months in 2016 and as a PMO Lead/Project Manager for eight months in the same year. Additionally, she served as a Project Manager at Towergate Insurance for ten months and as a Consulting Manager at Pathfinder Specialist Change Consultants from 2017 to 2020.
Education and Expertise
Cathy Ward earned her Bachelor of Commerce degree from the National University of Ireland, Galway, where she studied from 2007 to 2010. Her educational background provides a strong foundation for her professional expertise in Agile product ownership, project management, change management, business process analysis, and business process design. She has applied these skills across multiple industries in the UK and Ireland.
Background
Cathy Ward's career began with various roles at Towergate Insurance, where she worked as an Office Administrator and later as an Executive Assistant. This experience laid the groundwork for her transition into project management and consulting roles. She also worked at Pathfinder Specialist Change Consultants, where she focused on consulting and managing projects, further enhancing her capabilities in delivering business solutions.
Professional Focus
Cathy Ward emphasizes a people-centered approach in her work, focusing on designing solutions to address key business problems. She enjoys analyzing details to identify issues and develop effective solutions, ensuring that the change impact is managed effectively for her clients. Her commitment to understanding client needs and delivering tailored solutions is a hallmark of her professional practice.