
Nicola McGrane
Chief Executive Officer
Nicky established the company in 1998. Driven by passion and enthusiasm, the key values which underpin her approach are quality, trust and integrity. Nicky’s vision is matched by her sense of fun – it would not be unusual to come across her in one of Dublin’s famous cocktail bars entertaining a client group with her finely tuned piano skills. No surprise given her BA in Music from University College Dublin.

Jill Hughes
Programme Director
Jill has been integral part of the Event Partners team since 2010, with almost 20 years’ experience executing conference, event and incentive programmes, Jill has a natural leadership ability and takes a systematic approach to every task. She is a highly creative individual who embraces the opportunity to produce cutting edge events that engage, excite, and educate her guests. Jill is an accomplished multi-tasker who thrives in a busy environment and has successfully project managed a number of high-profile events simultaneously.
Jill is relationship driven and her fondness for Ireland as a destination is infectious! With a wealth of venue and incentive product knowledge your clients are guaranteed creative and unique Irish experiences. Her ability to identify and meet clients’ expectations ensures service excellence at all times.

Susana López
Programme Development Manager

Irina Galimova
Senior Project Manager
Detail-oriented, energetic corporate Event Manager with over 5+ years of experience in coordinating conferences, travel, incentives, and meetings. CIS certified.
Through my previous experiences, I have developed communication skills, an eye for detail and the desire to achieve and motivation. Furthermore, I have a number of key personal attributes that would benefit many companies, e.g. I am a hard worker, versatile and eager to learn. I am aware that a job in the events industry requires a high level of commitment which I am fully capable of providing.

Grace Galvin
Events Coordinator
Grace is new to the industry and is embracing the fast-paced and exciting world of event management.
After finishing her degree in primary education, she decided to change track and embark on a career that has always interested her – and she is so glad she did!
A Limerick native, Grace has been heavily involved in many sports, rowing, badminton and basketball to name a few, as well as local theatre and cultural organisations.
Hard working, detail-oriented, and highly motivated, Grace brings skills and knowledge from her diverse interests into EPI and our clients.

Sandra Schöne
Programme Manager
In her previous roles as Events & Marketing Manager Sandra gained a wealth of experience organising conferences, in-person and online events ranging from team building, trainings, award ceremonies, opening nights to name a few, entertaining C-level executives, local councillors, the German ambassador to Ireland, artists, and other clients. She is skilled in using a variety of event management software and tools.
Sandra is extremely easy-going, adaptable, and always asks what’s next. Her hands-on mentality and result-focused manner means she is getting down to business and is making things happen. Channelling her innovative side by prioritizing what’s important, her projects are delivered on time and on budget successfully. Her decisions are guided by intuition and honouring commitments. People often seek her out for advice because she does provide profound wisdom without judgement. Sandra is very creative which is reflected in her quirky illustrations, she also writes stories and would like to fly into space.
Values she stands for: Authenticity, Curiosity, Gratitude, Optimism, Professionalism, Purpose, Responsibility, Trust, and Wisdom.

Ciara Byrne
Sales and Marketing Manager
Our people think differently. With a mix of seasoned pro’s and eager beavers, we consistently dazzle our clients. Not happy unless we are on the cutting edge, we have the vision, the experience and know-how to deliver the incredible every time. Channelling our local knowledge, superb contacts and personal relationships, we take a fresh and energetic approach. We are a communicative bunch. In part, it is because we are Irish and love to talk (a lot!), but most importantly, it ensures that nothing goes amiss.
Individually, we are one of a kind. Collectively we are unstoppable!