Fractional CIO in Dublin

Fractional CIO support in Dublin, delivered by Richard J. Keenlyside - a senior technology operator with three decades of board-level leadership across UK and international businesses. Dublin combines a global financial services centre, the European HQs of major US technology firms, a strong indigenous software sector and a fast-growing fintech and regtech cluster.

Sectors typically served in Dublin

How the engagement works

Remote-first with on-site days in Dublin by arrangement (typically monthly). UK and Ireland share the same time zone, so leadership cadence sits naturally inside a single working day.

Travel and on-site: 1-hour flights from London City, Heathrow, Manchester, Edinburgh and Newcastle. On-site days typically combine board attendance with direct executive sessions.

Genuine experience anchor

Engagements that combine UK and Ireland operations are common - particularly for retail, financial services and PE-backed groups with operations on both sides of the Irish Sea.

Who this is for

Scale-ups, PE-backed businesses and mid-market enterprises that need senior IT representation in the boardroom but aren't ready (or don't need) a permanent CIO.

Typical outcomes

Frequently asked questions

How is the Fractional CIO engagement structured in Dublin?

Remote-first with on-site days in Dublin by arrangement (typically monthly). UK and Ireland share the same time zone, so leadership cadence sits naturally inside a single working day.

What experience do you bring to Fractional CIO work in Dublin?

Engagements that combine UK and Ireland operations are common - particularly for retail, financial services and PE-backed groups with operations on both sides of the Irish Sea.

Who is this Fractional CIO service typically for?

Scale-ups, PE-backed businesses and mid-market enterprises that need senior IT representation in the boardroom but aren't ready (or don't need) a permanent CIO.

What does a typical Fractional CIO engagement deliver?

Most Fractional CIO engagements run for an initial 90-day discovery period followed by an ongoing leadership cadence. Typical outcomes include: A defensible 12–24 month IT strategy aligned to commercial outcomes; Rationalised vendor and licence spend with clear governance; An IT operating model that scales with the business, not against it; Confident board reporting on technology risk and investment.

How do travel and on-site days work for Dublin?

1-hour flights from London City, Heathrow, Manchester, Edinburgh and Newcastle. On-site days typically combine board attendance with direct executive sessions.

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