We are here to help you on your journey
At SETU, our team is the cornerstone of our mission to help businesses within the region achieve their strategic objectives. Our team brings together a vast amount of industry experience across many diverse areas in addition to our expertise in helping SME’s leverage the supports available to them in Ireland.
We bring a deep understanding of the unique challenges businesses face and help you the business owner to navigate them effectively. Our team’s skills encompass strategic planning, marketing, design, digitalisation, innovation and sustainability to mention a few. Contact us to transform your business vision into reality with the support of our team.
Entrepreneurship & Rural Engagement Team
Brian Ogilvie
Head of Entrepreneurship & Rural Engagement
With a background in
product development and
Commercialisation, I am
passionate about
supporting regional and
national SMEs and
entrepreneurs.
My focus
lies in creating tailored
programs and targeted
pathways that enhance
business engagement with
higher education
institutions and
researchers, fostering
collaboration and
innovation for sustainable
growth in our
communities.
Contact: brian.ogilvie@setu.ie
Ian Campbell
Business Development Manager- Rural Enterprise
With over 30 years of
industry expertise, I am a
firm believer in the
opportunities for SME’s in
the areas of digitalisation &
innovation.
My experience
spans sales, marketing,
change management, and
digital solutions. I seek to
provide insightful advice
and results-driven
strategies, serving as your
dedicated point of contact
with SETU.
Contact: ian.campbell@setu.ie
Dr Sergio Bothelho Junior
EU Projects Officer
I possess extensive
experience in consultancy,
teaching and delivering
projects at organisational,
regional and EU levels.
Holding a PhD in Regional
Development and Innovation,
my research explores
entrepreneurship, innovation
and knowledge spillovers for
regional growth. I have a
proven track record in
supporting SMEs and
fostering collaboration in
both Brazil and Europe.
Contact: Sergio.BotelhoJunior@setu.ie
Academic Industry Liasion
Dr Dean Callaghan
Engineering
Contact: dean.callaghan@setu.ie
Professor Helen Hughes
Eco Innovation
Contact: helen.hughes@setu.ie
Dr Brona Kehoe
Health Science
Contact: brona.keheo@setu.ie