Barry Connolly

Barry is a seasoned technology leader with over 15 years of experience specialising in ICT, cyber security, and digital transformation. As Head of ICT, Digital, Data, and Insights - and the organisation’s Data Protection Officer (DPO) - he leads the Core Systems team, ensuring secure, innovative, and efficient IT operations while safeguarding data compliance across the business.

Barry manages multiple IT support partners, ensuring seamless IT delivery for major events and driving transformative improvements in infrastructure and operations.

Earlier in his career, Barry gained extensive expertise in data-driven marketing, web design, hosting, and analytics. He worked with leading digital agencies in Belfast and Dublin, managing ad operations for global brands such as Kellogg's, Samsung, and Aviva across Ireland and the UK. As the Digital Product Marketing Lead at The Irish News, he successfully delivered record-breaking digital subscriber growth over four consecutive years, leveraging innovative paywall systems and data-driven strategies.

Barry’s current focus is on delivering robust ICT solutions, cyber security, maintaining compliance as DPO, and ensuring the smooth integration of technology to support business operations and large-scale events.

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