Martin Murtagh
Lecturer @Southern Regional College
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WORK HISTORY
Lecturer @Southern Regional College
Alongside my business work, I lecture in Business, Innovation, Marketing and Event Management at Southern Regional College.My focus is on helping students connect academic learning with the realities of modern business.This includes:• exploring how businesses grow and scale• examining innovation, marketing and commercial strategy• helping students develop the confidence to think critically about real-world business challengesTeaching keeps me close to emerging thinking, new technologies and the next generation of entrepreneurs.It also reinforces a belief that underpins my advisory work with businesses:Clarity of thinking leads to better decisions.And better decisions create stronger businesses.
EDUCATION
Southern Regional College
GNVQ, Information Technology
Kingstown College
Advanced Diploma in Personal, Leadership and Executive Coaching
Ulster University
MSc, Digital Communication and Media/Multimedia
St Mary's University College, Queen's University Belfast
Post-Graduate Certificate in Enabling Educational Skills Development, Special Education and Teaching
The Manchester Metropolitan University
Bachelor of Arts - BA, Youth and Community Work
SKILLS
ABOUT MARTIN MURTAGH
Innovation and growth rarely happen in isolation.They happen when the right people, businesses and opportunities come together.Much of my own journey in business has taught me that meaningful growth often happens when people trust one another enough to collaborate.My work now sits at the intersection of strategy, relationships and market opportunity, helping ambitious SMEs connect with the partners, networks and ecosystems that enable them to scale.I founded The Growth Network, a cross-border business community bringing together founders, decision-makers and sector specialists across Northern Ireland, the Republic of Ireland and the wider UK.What began as a simple idea—creating better rooms for honest conversations among business owners—has grown into a trusted community of founder-led businesses.Through curated events, trusted introductions and relationship-led networking, we help conversations turn into:• strategic partnerships• new markets• measurable commercial opportunitiesEducator, Trainer and MentorAlongside this, I lecture in Innovation, Entrepreneurship, International Business and Marketing, staying closely connected to emerging trends in business growth and digital strategy.I also design and facilitate training, workshops, coaching, and mentoring, supporting founders, professionals, and leadership teams as they strengthen their marketing, business development, and relationship-led growth strategies.Advisory and GovernanceI serve on the Dublin Board of the Business International Trading Alliance (BITA) and as a Non-Executive Director at Newry Credit Union, contributing to strategy, governance and cross-border collaboration.Marketing and Growth StrategyMy background also spans digital marketing strategy, brand positioning and growth marketing, including campaign strategy, content creation, market analysis, SEO and marketing analytics.Across all of these roles, the focus remains consistent:• strengthening business relationships• connecting people, ideas and opportunities• supporting innovation and market growthThe recommendations on my profile reflect the impact of this work across businesses, entrepreneurs and professionals.If you are seeking access to the Irish or UK markets or believe strong relationships are the foundation of growth, feel free to connect. m•••••@thegrowthcompany.ie
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