“To be the Leader….in developing and delivering high quality, innovative and sustainable training and business services, aimed at motivating people and organisations to find their purpose and succeed in their aspirations”
OUR VISION
MISSION STATEMENT
“Empowering Individuals and Organisations to unlock their full potential”
OUR VALUES
LEARNING & DEVELOPMENT
Recognition that while we all have similar characteristics as individuals and organisations, we are also uniquely different. It is in defining that difference that we discover our unique selling point, our chi and harnessing that, ensuring real learning and development
BESPOKE & RELEVANT
Engaging with learners to ensure that they are getting what they need from our training. It is MIDAS Learning’s continued intention to make the learning and development accessible, customised and bespoke to what is needed to solve problems and enhance skills
UNLOCKING POTENTIAL
All courses come with the provision of one-to-one progression advice and next step options , support by qualified and experienced experts in their fields
QUALITY DRIVEN
Our quality systems are systematic, compliant, with a commitment to continuous improvement
STRUCTURE WITH INNOVATION
MIDAS Learning embraces new technologies and systems to ensure accredited and quality assured programmes with a link to industry lead outcomes
OUR STORY
MIDAS Learning is an established independent consultancy, coaching and training provider for over 20 years. We specialise in the delivery of FET programmes, providing exceptional training and practical advice to individuals, the Community & Voluntary sector, SMEs and the Corporate World.
All programmes at MIDAS Learning are designed to be relevant, current and are equally relatable to those who wish to further their academic career or move forward within a workplace setting.
Our Programmes are designed to meet the flexible needs of modern learners, suiting individuals, who wish to study on a part-time or full-time basis in various settings, online, blended, in-house etc. Our thinking behind our training is ensuring that it is practical, pragmatic and will make a difference to the individual or organisation engaging with us.
Our tutors are specialists in their subject areas, including Life and Career Progression Coaching, Business Coaching & Administration, Finance, Public Relations, Health & Safety, Human Resources, Information Technology, Education & Training and Sales & Marketing, to mention a few.
MIDAS Learning provides high quality, accredited and customised training courses. Our courses range from individual QQI component Modules to QQI Level 3, 4, 5 & 6 Major Awards in a variety of vocational areas. We also provide customised training and coaching on a one to one and group basis.
MIDAS Learning has vast expertise in Career Progression Coaching and uses a range of innovative and unique tools to work with each client to achieve their individual goals. We have developed and trademarked the concept of Emotional Coaching™, working with individuals to examine fears in attaining and reaching their goals and aspirations.
MIDAS Learning also assist clients with writing Business Plans, Grant Applications and facilitate strategic processes on behalf of our clients.
OUR PROMISE
Our promise is simple
OUR SERVICES
- To help individuals and organisations businesses succeed
- To create, develop and deliver high quality, innovative and sustainable training, and consultancy solutions
- To motivate individuals to find their purpose and succeed in their aspirations.
- To support organisations to create bespoke, relevant solutions
We believe our team are well equipped to bring you to the next stage of your learning journey and we deliver this promise through the values that we hold as a team
OUR SERVICES
TRAINING
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- Personal and Professional Coaching and Career advice (Level 3 and 4)
- Business Administration and Frontline Skills (Level 5)
- Business Management, Entrepreneurial and Leadership (Level 6)
- Become a Professional Qualified Coach (Level 6)
- Become a Qualified Trainer (Level 6)
FACILITATION & COACHING
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- Executive and Life Coaching for Business owners/ Managers
- Negotiation, Conflict Management and Capacity building through Psychometrics · Facilitation and Strategic Planning Process
RESEARCH & DEVELOPMENT
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- Feasibility Studies
- Market Research
- Needs Analysis and Evaluation and Review Reports
- Specialty – Social Economic Sector
BESPOKE TRAINING
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- Seminars and Bespoke courses designed specifically for in House training
- Mapping CPD and Accreditation into possible Training and Development Initiatives
- Business Mentoring and Supports for SMEs
BUSINESS PROCESSES
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- Development of Business Plans for Clarity, Loans and Grant Applications
- Development of Bespoke Quality Assurance Procedures e.g. Q Mark, ETP, ISO
OUR CLIENTS
We have worked and continue to work with some amazing companies. We have partnered with a wide array of clients from different businesses and organisations. We encourage the use of training & development to solve practical problems and ensure positive outcomes. This results in applied learning & development not only for the organisation, but also for individuals.
We have developed new courses for businesses and mapped accreditation into company outcomes/ goals, ensuring that we are solution focused. For the organisation, this has resulted in gaining a competitive edge through quality training and coaching solutions.
We also work with Public Sector organisations (including Community & Voluntary sector) that need specific training on progression and change for their client groups.
MIDAS Learning are specialists in supporting individuals that are looking for a career change or want to progress via promotion in their job roles. We also work with learners who currently work in Leadership and Management roles and need support, coaching and mentoring. Overall, our main objective is to keep the Leaner Focus Model to the centre of our activity.
QUALITY ASSURANCE FRAMEWORK
OUR TEAM
With over 20 years’ experience working as a Business Consultant, Personal and Business Coach and Trainer, Mari Brunnock, Managing Director of MIDAS Learning, brings a wide range of experience and expertise to each client, with the aim of driving innovation and change management within their environment.
Equipped with a Post Grad in Entrepreneurship and Innovation from Trinity, a Degree in Marketing and Business, she also holds an International Coaching Diploma, is a qualified licensed NLP practitioner, has a BPS (British Psychological Society) Level A and B qualification in profiling and psychometric testing and holds an NUI Certificate in Adult and Continued Training and Education from Maynooth University.
Mari believes that while we all have similarities as individuals/ organisations, we are also uniquely different. It is in finding that difference, that we can really start to fulfil our passion and that is where lifelong learning emerges, to help us be who we were meant to be.
Equipped with a Post Grad in Entrepreneurship and Innovation from Trinity, a Degree in Marketing and Business, she also holds an International Coaching Diploma, is a qualified licensed NLP practitioner, has a BPS (British Psychological Society) Level A and B qualification in profiling and psychometric testing and holds an NUI Certificate in Adult and Continued Training and Education from Maynooth University.
Mari believes that while we all have similarities as individuals/ organisations, we are also uniquely different. It is in finding that difference, that we can really start to fulfil our passion and that is where lifelong learning emerges, to help us be who we were meant to be.
Margaret Farrelly works as Accounts Manager for MIDAS Learning and has an in-depth understanding of financial management processes. She has over 30 years’ experience in Financial Accounting and Bookkeeping both in the private sector and multinationals as well as in the public sector.
She has a Certified Dip in Accounting and Finance (CDIP AF) and a Dip in Business Studies as well as a range of other qualifications in IT, Software systems and a Cert in Training and Development (CTD).
Described by our clients as diligent and professional, she is renowned for applying her technical knowledge in a practical and people focused way.
She has a Certified Dip in Accounting and Finance (CDIP AF) and a Dip in Business Studies as well as a range of other qualifications in IT, Software systems and a Cert in Training and Development (CTD).
Described by our clients as diligent and professional, she is renowned for applying her technical knowledge in a practical and people focused way.
Jeanette Adams, the Marketing and Communications Manager for MIDAS Learning has BA (Hons) Business Studies and a Cert awarded by the Marketing Institute, as well as a Cert in Training and Development.
She specialises in Communications, Marketing and Branding and over her 20-year career she has held varied and challenging roles, where she was required to have strong project management and organisational skills, multitasking abilities and excellent networking and interpersonal skills.
Jeanettes’ grá for relationship management is founded on her belief that clear communication is crucial for our business. As part of her role, she encourages two-way dialogue to discuss critical issues, exchange information, build trust, and engage people in achieving the best results for all involved.
Aileen Martin has extensive academic background and experience in Teaching and Education for over 20 years on a senior level in both the public and private sector.
Aileen works with MIDAS Learning as a Senior Tutor and Advisor for all online / blended Training development. She sits on our Academic Council and recommends best practice, development of policies and procedures as well as senior council on the QA Team. She has also given direction with the QQI re-engagement process and the operational and technical aspects in developing the business.
Aileen holds a Master’s in Digital Media Development in Education, a Diploma in Education, a BA in Business studies as well as a range of Trainer qualifications including JEB Teachers Dip in Advanced IT and ICS and an array of IT qualifications to the highest standards.
Elaine Leonard has recently taken on the role as Operations Development Manager for MIDAS Learning.
She holds a MSc in Business Leadership and Business Development (UCD), Management and Marketing qualifications (NCI, CMI), as well as Project and Lean Management Training.
Elaine has a track record in developing customer focused businesses and believes that the core element of success is in listening to the needs of our clients and creating solutions, which helps us translate this feedback into strategic and tactical operations and business development.
Elaine has over 12 years’ experience in building and leading successful teams, designing targeted campaigns and development plans. She has managed projects by implementing business process & workflow improvements as well as liaising with internal and external stakeholders.
She holds a MSc in Business Leadership and Business Development (UCD), Management and Marketing qualifications (NCI, CMI), as well as Project and Lean Management Training.
Elaine has a track record in developing customer focused businesses and believes that the core element of success is in listening to the needs of our clients and creating solutions, which helps us translate this feedback into strategic and tactical operations and business development.
Elaine has over 12 years’ experience in building and leading successful teams, designing targeted campaigns and development plans. She has managed projects by implementing business process & workflow improvements as well as liaising with internal and external stakeholders.
Mary Egenton heads up MIDAS Learnings’ HR function and our Quality Assurance Team, overseeing the changes to the organisation, especially in the last year.
Mary holds a PG in Innovation and Enterprise Development (TCD), a BSc (UCG), H.Dip in Education (UCG), a H.Dip in Applied Science (UCG), a Dip in Quality Assurance (UCG) and is a certified QMS Auditor from IRCA.
Mary has over 30 years’ experience working in extensive regulatory, compliance and quality management, both in US and EU multinationals as well as SME’s. She is a proficient change manager, with core attributes including lean methodologies, employee training, developing, and mentoring. Mary believes that quality control and quality improvement are inextricably linked - it is everyone’s responsibility in the organisation, and like people, can always be improved.
Mary holds a PG in Innovation and Enterprise Development (TCD), a BSc (UCG), H.Dip in Education (UCG), a H.Dip in Applied Science (UCG), a Dip in Quality Assurance (UCG) and is a certified QMS Auditor from IRCA.
Mary has over 30 years’ experience working in extensive regulatory, compliance and quality management, both in US and EU multinationals as well as SME’s. She is a proficient change manager, with core attributes including lean methodologies, employee training, developing, and mentoring. Mary believes that quality control and quality improvement are inextricably linked - it is everyone’s responsibility in the organisation, and like people, can always be improved.
Michael Cunningham is currently working on creating and developing an LMS for MIDAS Learning, that is practical, innovative and is linked to industry competencies and standards. Michael has experience working as a Senior Software Engineer and Programme & Applications Developer for large global companies as well as on smaller projects.
Michael holds an MSC in Software Development as well as a BA. He is currently studying his MBA in Business Admin in NYC.
He manages product development teams of up to 25 people and has extensive knowledge in a range of tech programming software systems.
Michael holds an MSC in Software Development as well as a BA. He is currently studying his MBA in Business Admin in NYC.
He manages product development teams of up to 25 people and has extensive knowledge in a range of tech programming software systems.
Geraldine Curran is a highly motivated and ambitious professional with eighteen years’ experience in Training and Development, working in both private and public sector bodies. She has delivered a wide range of skills-based courses from QQI level 3-6.
Geraldine holds a PG in Innovation and Enterprise (UCD), a Dip in ICT, a Cert in Continuing Education and Training (MUI) and is a certified training professional with ICS.
Her extensive experience within a range of training environments includes working with vulnerable client groups to professional sectors, which gives her the edge in understanding learner needs and process improvement.
Geraldine holds a PG in Innovation and Enterprise (UCD), a Dip in ICT, a Cert in Continuing Education and Training (MUI) and is a certified training professional with ICS.
Her extensive experience within a range of training environments includes working with vulnerable client groups to professional sectors, which gives her the edge in understanding learner needs and process improvement.
Emma Nelson McGrath, a qualified accountant (ACCA) also has an Honours Degree in Public Administration (UL) and has worked in Finance and Management for over 20 years, in both the private and public sector.
After working in a range of accountancy practices and within the Central Bank, Emma opened her own practice in 2018, supporting businesses and organisations in Finance and Accountancy advice and yearly accounts, so that they complied with Accounting standards, Revenue and Company law including interpretation of national and EU law.
A qualified Trainer for over 12 years QQI 6, Emma has been described as a practical, enthusiastic, extremely knowledgeable tutor, who enjoys passing on her knowledge to learners, in a group setting as well as one-to-ones through mentoring, support and advice.
After working in a range of accountancy practices and within the Central Bank, Emma opened her own practice in 2018, supporting businesses and organisations in Finance and Accountancy advice and yearly accounts, so that they complied with Accounting standards, Revenue and Company law including interpretation of national and EU law.
A qualified Trainer for over 12 years QQI 6, Emma has been described as a practical, enthusiastic, extremely knowledgeable tutor, who enjoys passing on her knowledge to learners, in a group setting as well as one-to-ones through mentoring, support and advice.
Miriam Durack has over 25 years’ experience as a HR and Recruitment specialist. She has worked with clients across the public and private sectors in Ireland, UK, Europe, Middle East, Australia, USA and Canada. Also running a Training and Development business, Miriam works with MIDAS Learning as an Expert Consultant/Trainer in the delivery of a range of tailored programmes for our clients including Customer Service, HR Management, Supervisory Skills Management and Training and Development. She brings a wealth of practical and pragmatic solutions to organisations through this training and consultancy strand.
Feedback from our clients include how Miriam’s input has led to organisations achieving competitive advantage through their people as she is known as the expert with her personal touch, customising solutions for each business.
Feedback from our clients include how Miriam’s input has led to organisations achieving competitive advantage through their people as she is known as the expert with her personal touch, customising solutions for each business.
Clare O’Connor graduated with an Engineering degree, and has worked in over 30 countries in varied roles and organisations from non-profit to global corporations and SMEs. She also has qualifications in Training and Development (QQI6), Prince 2 Project Management as well as a Dip in Life Coaching (CII/AC).
Clare now coaches and trains across a wide variety of industry sectors including Engineering, Manufacturing, Maintenance, Utilities, Non-profit, Education Professionals and Start-Up Entrepreneurs.
Clare also has a wide range of experience in the more personal side of training. She works with diverse groups, with mixed academic levels and learning abilities, including people with physical and mental disabilities, including youth development and “at risk” teenagers.
Clare has earned recognition with her professional yet person centred approach, ethical values, and heartfelt communication.
Clare now coaches and trains across a wide variety of industry sectors including Engineering, Manufacturing, Maintenance, Utilities, Non-profit, Education Professionals and Start-Up Entrepreneurs.
Clare also has a wide range of experience in the more personal side of training. She works with diverse groups, with mixed academic levels and learning abilities, including people with physical and mental disabilities, including youth development and “at risk” teenagers.
Clare has earned recognition with her professional yet person centred approach, ethical values, and heartfelt communication.
Charlie Mernagh is a Business & Management Training Specialist with over 30 years’ experience as a senior executive and head of training for a multinational insurance company.
Qualified with a Diploma in Sales Coaching and a Certificate in Training & Education, he was appointed as the National Lead Trainer for the European Commission Consumer Law Ready Project in Ireland, with responsibility for the training of Local Trainers and SMEs as well as ensuring all training is completed in line with the project standards and procedures.
While Charlie runs his own training business he works for MIDAS Learning as a specialist in the delivery of management development programmes bringing his expertise in profitability improvement and revenue growth, direct experience in managing sales, budgets, customer service, distribution, human resources and policy compliance to all training delivered ensuring practical outcomes and results for all our clients.
Qualified with a Diploma in Sales Coaching and a Certificate in Training & Education, he was appointed as the National Lead Trainer for the European Commission Consumer Law Ready Project in Ireland, with responsibility for the training of Local Trainers and SMEs as well as ensuring all training is completed in line with the project standards and procedures.
While Charlie runs his own training business he works for MIDAS Learning as a specialist in the delivery of management development programmes bringing his expertise in profitability improvement and revenue growth, direct experience in managing sales, budgets, customer service, distribution, human resources and policy compliance to all training delivered ensuring practical outcomes and results for all our clients.
WE ARE LOOKING FOR NEW TALENT
MIDAS Learning are growing and expanding – we are looking for new talent in a range of business and expert areas. Most of our work currently is on part-time temporary basis -for Tutors and Experts in a specific area – Contact us now and complete our application form.
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