Meet the Judges: Their Expertise and What They Value

The HR Leadership & Management Awards 2025 brings together a distinguished panel of judges, each renowned for their expertise in human resources and organisational development. Collectively, they represent a wealth of experience across academia, corporate leadership, and consultancy, ensuring a comprehensive evaluation of entries.

At the helm is Professor Edel Conway, Judging Coordinator and Full Professor of HRM and Organisational Psychology at Dublin City University. Her academic background in employee engagement and organisational change sets a rigorous standard for assessing the strategic impact of HR initiatives.

Judges like Judy Byrne, HR Director & Co-Founder of Crewlink Ltd, bring practical insights from leading large-scale organisational transformations. Her experience in M&A and restructuring programmes highlights the importance of adaptability and strategic alignment in HR practices.

Wendy Chin, Managing Director of Pinnacle HR, offers a global perspective on talent strategy, focusing on creating value through people. Her emphasis on high-growth organisations underscores the significance of scalable and sustainable HR solutions.

Collectively, these judges value innovation, strategic alignment, and measurable impact in HR initiatives. They seek entries that demonstrate a clear connection between HR strategies and organisational success, with a focus on fostering inclusive, adaptable, and high-performing cultures. Their collective expertise ensures that the awards recognise excellence that drives meaningful change in the HR landscape.

See the full list of the 2025 judges here .

Get Involved

The HR Leadership & Management Awards 2025 will take place on October 16th, 2025, at the Crowne Plaza Hotel in Santry. This is an opportunity to celebrate and showcase excellence in HR leadership and management. Submit your entries now .