Current Programme Participants
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Gavan Hennessy
Gavan is a very experienced and highly motivated executive with 30 years of expertise in the automotive industry. He holds a Master’s Degree in Electronic Design and Manufacture from the University of Dundee and a Bachelor of Engineering in Electronic Engineering from Munster Technological University.
He has also completed executive management programs at INSEAD, and has achieved advanced qualifications in PMO Directorship & Project Management. Gavan has a proven track record in directing and leading global cross-functional teams to deliver on product and organizational strategies to ensure profitable growth, particularly in the ADAS (Advanced Driver-Assistance Systems) and Autonomous Mobility sectors. He is a pioneer in the development and global deployment of automotive camera systems and vehicle safety technologies. Following a 3 year period in Japan working as a design engineer, Gavan's career really began in the motorsport industry, where he worked as a Senior Race Engineer for Ford Cosworth, contributing to the success of the Stewart Grand Prix and Jaguar Racing Formula 1 teams. His technical expertise and innovative approach to engine and drivetrain performance were key to his success in this high-pressure environment. His problem solving and strategic mind-set were instrumental throughout his entire career where he led the conception, delivery, and scale of many innovative products and solutions for both passenger and autonomous vehicles, to improve safety and reduce fatalities. Throughout his career, Gavan has demonstrated exceptional skills in product innovation, strategic planning and international business development and he excited to utilizing these skills in a clinical environment to improve patient care.
