About Us
Dr Gallagher has worked in scientific roles in a number of different sectors. She is a natural self-starter, networker and collaborator.
Research & Development
Biodiversity
Energy
Sustainability
Training
About SysPro
SysPro;Systems for Progress Limited is a boutique consultancy based in Ireland that works across Europe with an interdisciplinarian focus.
SysPro creates a framework for organisations to ensure they develop and grow, sustaining themselves into the future. We empower organisations to create competitive sustainable strategies.
SysPro can broker using a safe space to engage people from different organisations and disciplines to engage in negotiation and create win-win situations. We have proven expertise in silo breaking and are a known solution maker.
We provide a translation service between academia and business and are known to get the job done, on time and in budget.
Vision
SysPro's vision is to create a sustainable future that's possible today.
Mission
SysPro's mission is to seek sustainable solutions, communicate and deploy. To be a lighthouse in a sea of uncertainty, shining light in a changing world. To highlight people, places and things that can make a difference in creating a sustainable world.
Dr Shirley Gallagher Biography
- Dr Gallagher has worked in scientific roles in a number of different sectors. She is a natural self-starter, networker and collaborator.
- She is a trained auditor, having worked as both an internal and external auditor for UK and Irish governments and private industry. She has expertise to ISO standards in energy, environmental, quality, water and health and safety.
- She is a mentor with the World Energy Council. SysPro is a Training Partner with Climate-KIC, and Cork Environmental Forum for the Greener Living Programme and Global Action Plan.
- She has been involved in a number of green projects over the years from community development through to technology. She refocused the learned society Environmental Sciences Association of Ireland.
- She was a co-founder of EnviroSkillnet in 2007 and the sustainability school GreenWorks Ireland in 2010. She has set up a number of community groups, including Coderdojo Glanmire, Community Gardens, Sewing Circles and the Arranmore Island Community Council. She has been a board member of charities, not for profit and commercial organisations.
- Shirley has regulatory knowledge, project management skills with a strong focus on quality and continuous improvement in a challenging, customer-focused environment. Shirley is an analytical chemist who has specialised in certain areas including calibration, validation quality and IT support systems.
- She is a mentor with the World Energy Council. SysPro is a Training Partner with Climate-KIC, and Cork Environmental Forum for the Greener Living Programme and Global Action Plan.
- Her PhD from Ulster University investigated software and analytical solutions in 'An Investigation of Polycyclic Aromatic Hydrocarbons in a Belfast Gaswork Site'. One of her strengths is to empower organisations and societies to create competitive strategies, using a unique set of tools and IT solutions. She is a Climate Reality Leader (CRL).
SysPro Values
- Lead with Integrity
- Clear communication channels
- Dedicated to making a difference
- Drive change through education and innovation
- Passionate
- Respectful
- Accountable
- Committed to climate change in adaptation and mitigation
What We Do
Sustainability Thought Leadership Series
SysPro has developed a series of think tanks. We can provide a sustainable speaker coming to you from the comfort of their own home.
Sustainability
SysPro can provide the complete package to support business to transition to more sustainable practises.
R&D
SysPro can broker deals with academia to support industry in the R&D sector.
Training
SysPro can support training, either bespoke or generic in sustainable practises.
Testimonials
“Shirley is simply awesome and has been the driving force behind a very dynamic CoderDojo in Glanmire. I recommend Shirley to anyone who needs to get things happening!”
Bill Liao Investor, Commercial & Social Entrepreneur and Non-executive Director | Technology | Sustainability
“In an increasingly polarised world it's refreshing to meet an all rounded professional like Dr. Shirley Gallagher, one who champions pragmatic and innovative approaches to meet the challenges facing us in the 21st Century. Whether it is a technology, policy, or community led initiative, Shirley has an inimitable style and approach to bring forth worthwhile outcomes. Before I met Shirley, I did not fully understand the consequences of Climate Change and how we could incrementally face these challenges. She has been instrumental in educating and inspiring us all to gain a deeper understanding and to manifest leadership in each of our professional and personal spheres of influence. She's an Inspiration!”
Raymond Sexton Thought Leader - Advocate - Convenor - Mediator - Director
“The Environmental Sciences Association of Ireland (ESAI) has been a client of ours for over 6 years. We worked closely with Shirley in her role as ESAI chairperson during that time to build, expand and maintain the organisation's website and to develop the online conference booking system for the organisation. Working with Shirley was (and is still) a fantastic experience, from her drive, ambition and enthusiasm for the organisation to the ideas she brings and the goals she helped the organisation achieve. She has been a major influence in bringing the ESAI the success and exposure it currently enjoys today and her ability to motivate people and get things done was key to that success. I have no hesitation in recommending Shirley as a project manager and leader and look forward to working with her again.”
Adrian Corcoran JCI National President
“Dr Gallagher's energy is inspiring. Working with Shirley in the think tank 'Raising Energy Awareness' (REA) provides the opportunity to see her drive renewable energy across multiple angles of technology, policy, and community. She engages her diverse network to lead and act within our professional spheres of influence. Shirley is a specialist who champions practical and innovative methodologies to meet the challenges facing us today. Shirley focuses on worthwhile outcomes and gets things done.”
Jerry Sweeney Managing Director, Cloud CIX Limited
“We have worked with Shirley now for many years. As someone from the more remote parts of Ireland, we have a lot in common. Over the years we have worked on a number of small projects together. I would regard Shirley and her work as an essential link in our network. We wish her every success with SysPro.”
Dara O Maoildhia Chairperson, Aran Islands Energy Cooperative