Aidan O'Kane
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Rahul Oza
Aidan is well respected by colleagues, managers and juniors for his knowledge, integrity and ability to bring out the best of everyone around him. In time of great challenges and cost reduction Aidan was able to grow his unit from strength to strength. I was impressed by not only his great managerial ability, clear strategic vision but also his fun and lighthearted nature which greatly helps stressful situations.
John Rodgers
I have known Aidan for 17 years. I found professionally he has the depth of technical knowledge that only hard work and experience can bring about, bundle this up with his passion and innovative ideas it is clear how his involvement plays a big part in the successful completion of projects. His interpersonal skills greatly contribute to the smooth running of all these projects, ensuring all the people he manages or interacts with feel that they are being listened to and appreciated, leading to a highly motivated team. Well-grounded and popular with everyone he comes in contact with he's a great asset to any company
Rahul Oza
Aidan is well respected by colleagues, managers and juniors for his knowledge, integrity and ability to bring out the best of everyone around him. In time of great challenges and cost reduction Aidan was able to grow his unit from strength to strength. I was impressed by not only his great managerial ability, clear strategic vision but also his fun and lighthearted nature which greatly helps stressful situations.
John Rodgers
I have known Aidan for 17 years. I found professionally he has the depth of technical knowledge that only hard work and experience can bring about, bundle this up with his passion and innovative ideas it is clear how his involvement plays a big part in the successful completion of projects. His interpersonal skills greatly contribute to the smooth running of all these projects, ensuring all the people he manages or interacts with feel that they are being listened to and appreciated, leading to a highly motivated team. Well-grounded and popular with everyone he comes in contact with he's a great asset to any company
Rahul Oza
Aidan is well respected by colleagues, managers and juniors for his knowledge, integrity and ability to bring out the best of everyone around him. In time of great challenges and cost reduction Aidan was able to grow his unit from strength to strength. I was impressed by not only his great managerial ability, clear strategic vision but also his fun and lighthearted nature which greatly helps stressful situations.
John Rodgers
I have known Aidan for 17 years. I found professionally he has the depth of technical knowledge that only hard work and experience can bring about, bundle this up with his passion and innovative ideas it is clear how his involvement plays a big part in the successful completion of projects. His interpersonal skills greatly contribute to the smooth running of all these projects, ensuring all the people he manages or interacts with feel that they are being listened to and appreciated, leading to a highly motivated team. Well-grounded and popular with everyone he comes in contact with he's a great asset to any company
Rahul Oza
Aidan is well respected by colleagues, managers and juniors for his knowledge, integrity and ability to bring out the best of everyone around him. In time of great challenges and cost reduction Aidan was able to grow his unit from strength to strength. I was impressed by not only his great managerial ability, clear strategic vision but also his fun and lighthearted nature which greatly helps stressful situations.
John Rodgers
I have known Aidan for 17 years. I found professionally he has the depth of technical knowledge that only hard work and experience can bring about, bundle this up with his passion and innovative ideas it is clear how his involvement plays a big part in the successful completion of projects. His interpersonal skills greatly contribute to the smooth running of all these projects, ensuring all the people he manages or interacts with feel that they are being listened to and appreciated, leading to a highly motivated team. Well-grounded and popular with everyone he comes in contact with he's a great asset to any company
Credentials
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Systems Thinking
LinkedInNov, 2022- Sep, 2024 -
Learning Design Thinking
LinkedInOct, 2022- Sep, 2024 -
Writing a Business Case
LinkedInSep, 2022- Sep, 2024 -
Jeff Dyer on Innovation
LinkedInJul, 2022- Sep, 2024 -
5G Technology Strategy: Next-Generation Mobile Networking
LinkedInOct, 2021- Sep, 2024 -
Global Leadership Education Programme
William J Clinton Leadership Institute at Queen's University BelfastNov, 2014- Sep, 2024 -
Apprenticeships NI Level 3 in Management
Apprenticeships NINov, 2012- Sep, 2024 -
NVQ Level 3 Certificate in Management
NVQ Training & Consultancy Services LtdOct, 2012- Sep, 2024 -
EDI Level 3 Certificate in Management Principles
Education Development InternationalAug, 2012- Sep, 2024 -
City and Guilds Level 2 Photography
City and GuildsAug, 2004- Sep, 2024
Experience
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Derry Chamber of Commerce
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United Kingdom
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Business Consulting and Services
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1 - 100 Employee
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President
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Dec 2021 - Present
Appointed President of the Londonderry Chamber of Commerce for 2022. In this role I have the honour of representing the business community in the NW, including the Derry City and Strabane District. I am passionate about creating prosperity and opportunity to the NW through political and business engagements. The Derry Chamber represents 350+ businesses and 15,000+ employees. Appointed President of the Londonderry Chamber of Commerce for 2022. In this role I have the honour of representing the business community in the NW, including the Derry City and Strabane District. I am passionate about creating prosperity and opportunity to the NW through political and business engagements. The Derry Chamber represents 350+ businesses and 15,000+ employees.
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Allstate Canada
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Canada
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Insurance
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700 & Above Employee
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Director of IT Operations and Service Management
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Feb 2019 - Present
As Director of IT Operations and Service Management I am accountable and responsible for the availability, stability and health of Allstate Canada’s production environment including all crown jewel applications, such as policy admin, claims, customer facing and mainframe processing. I also have full accountability for the delivery of Allstate Canada’s Data Center Modernization program; a $26Million initiative which involves migrating the entire technology ecosystem into 3 brand new data centers including a purpose built disaster recovery site. I am also responsible for all ITSM practices within Allstate Canada’s IT department.
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Allstate Northern Ireland
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United Kingdom
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IT Services and IT Consulting
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700 & Above Employee
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Director
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Dec 2019 - Present
IT director with responsibility for a total of 150 resources both locally and globally. Local head of business unit for a wide portfolio of engagements including, Encompass, Allstate Roadside Services, Allstate Business Insurance, Answer Financial and Allstate Canada Group.
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Senior Manager
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Aug 2012 - Nov 2019
Leader of a business unit which incorporates multiple teams across Europe, India and North America. Holding management and delivery responsibilities for Allstate Northern Ireland and their engagement with India, US and Canada partners.
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Team Manager
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Apr 2005 - Aug 2012
Manger of 4 teams totalling 30 people across multiple sites. Planning and managing workload and ensuring project deadlines were met. Managing delivery of products and maintenance.
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Technical Consultant
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Mar 2002 - Apr 2005
Senior developer within a team of 15 supporting and enhancing an AS400 insurance application for Allstate Insurance.
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Aepona
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Information Technology & Services
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1 - 100 Employee
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Telecomunications Software Engineer
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Sep 2000 - Feb 2002
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NEC Australia
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Australia
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IT Services and IT Consulting
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700 & Above Employee
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Software Engineer Contractor
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Jan 2000 - Aug 2000
As an expert in Ericsson exchanges I was contracted into a high profile project, involving international corporations and private stakeholders. My role within this project was to ensure the earth-based Ericsson exchange subsystem operated correctly and was adequately supported, prior and post launch into space of our satellite based service. As an expert in Ericsson exchanges I was contracted into a high profile project, involving international corporations and private stakeholders. My role within this project was to ensure the earth-based Ericsson exchange subsystem operated correctly and was adequately supported, prior and post launch into space of our satellite based service.
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Telecommunications Software Engineer
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Aug 1997 - Jan 2000
Developer in PLEX . Instrumental in some of Ericssons major telecommunications projects and spend many months on Ericsson sites across the globe. Delivery of training to Ericsson employees in Europe and South America. Developer in PLEX . Instrumental in some of Ericssons major telecommunications projects and spend many months on Ericsson sites across the globe. Delivery of training to Ericsson employees in Europe and South America.
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Virgin Media
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United Kingdom
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Telecommunications
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700 & Above Employee
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Network Designer
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Jul 1996 - Aug 1997
Responsible for the overall design of the Telecommunication and TV network for CableTel/NTL/Virgin. Through selection of appropriate hardware as a designer I was responsible for ensuring the signal strength to each commerical and residential property was sufficient for a high quality service. My network designs ensured that future advancements into digital broadcasting didn’t require new hardware, cables or construction. Responsible for the overall design of the Telecommunication and TV network for CableTel/NTL/Virgin. Through selection of appropriate hardware as a designer I was responsible for ensuring the signal strength to each commerical and residential property was sufficient for a high quality service. My network designs ensured that future advancements into digital broadcasting didn’t require new hardware, cables or construction.
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Education
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1994 - 1996
Queen's University Belfast
BEng (Hons) Electrical and Electronic Engineering, Electrical and Electronic Engineering -
1993 - 1994
University of Ulster
Electrical and Electronic Engineering, Electrical and Electronics Engineering -
1990 - 1993
NWIFHE
HND, Electrical and Electronic Engineering
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