Pathways 2025 - Thank You!
A Resounding Success
Thank you to everyone who made Pathways 2025 an incredible event on November 6th at the Galmont Hotel, Galway.
A Huge Thank You
A huge thank you to the students, teachers, parents, and all the exhibitors and speakers who joined us on the 6th of November in the Galmont Hotel, Galway, for Pathways 2025.
Pathways 2025 offered students the opportunity to meet with and attend talks from experts across both the education and industry sectors.
This year's exhibitors included University of Galway, University of Limerick, ATU, Mary Immaculate College, Imperial College London, Scotland's Rural College, University of Nicosia, An Garda Síochána, the Defence Forces, Nursing and Midwifery Board of Ireland, National Learning Network, and many more.
With the comprehensive range of exhibitors, and expert advice from speakers, Pathways 2025 proved to be a resounding success. We are looking forward to emulating this success in our 2026 event, details of which will be announced shortly.
What Pathways Offers
Pathways connects students with real-world career guidance, industry insights, and educational opportunities.
Meet Industry Professionals
Hear from tech professionals sharing their career journeys and insights into Ireland's digital sector.
Explore Education Options
Connect with representatives from universities, colleges, and training providers to discover your path forward.
Get Career Guidance
Receive expert career advice from guidance counselors and professionals to help shape your future decisions.
Pathways 2024 Highlights
Last year's event saw inspiring professionals from leading tech companies share their career journeys with students across the West of Ireland.
Speaker Spotlight
Brie Staunton
Cyber Security Automation Engineer
Hewlett Packard Enterprise (HPE)
Brie began her career with HPE six years ago after earning her BSc in Computer Science and Software Engineering. She shared insights into cybersecurity automation and the diverse career pathways available in technology with 5th Year and Leaving Certificate students.
Nia Northime
Cybersecurity Analyst
Hewlett Packard Enterprise (HPE)
Nia started her journey with HPE in 2021 as an intern. Following an 11-month placement, she was offered a full-time position. Nia holds a BA in Geography and Information Technology and completed an MSc in Computer Science at UCD, demonstrating that diverse educational backgrounds can lead to exciting tech careers.
"Sharing career experiences and advice with students who are beginning to make decisions about their futures is invaluable. Professionals like Brie and Nia play a key role in inspiring and supporting the next generation of tech talent."
By sharing real experiences and career insights, contributors help bridge the gap between education and employment—supporting iTAG's mission to strengthen digital skills and inspire the next generation of technology talent across the West of Ireland.
Looking Ahead to Pathways 2026
Following the success of Pathways 2025, we're excited to announce that planning is underway for Pathways 2026. Details will be announced shortly.
To book an exhibition space at Pathways 2026:
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