Cork, Ireland
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Dermot Carberry
Commercial & Operational Executive | Growth, Transformation & International Expansion
Commercial Director, Optima Health (2024–Present)
Lead commercial strategy and international expansion for a major occupational health provider. Drive growth across Ireland and global markets, strengthen strategic partnerships, and shape long‑term commercial direction.
General Manager, Home Instead (2017–2024)
Oversaw one of Ireland’s largest Home Instead operations, managing 15 senior staff and 340 caregivers. Delivered major revenue growth, led organisational restructuring, and implemented strategic HR, quality, and operational systems. Winner of the Legacy Achievement Award for revenue growth.
Operations Manager, O’Mara Medical Supplies (2014–2016)
Directed national and international business development for Ireland’s leading orthopaedic supplier. Built relationships with major hospitals and surgeons, expanded product lines, and strengthened operational performance.
Global Network Director, Tenego Partnering (2012–2014)
Developed global partner channels for high‑growth technology companies. Led partner recruitment, onboarding, performance management, and international sales strategy.
Business Owner, Internal Solutions (2010–2012)
Provided hands‑on operational, commercial, and strategic support to companies across software, services, medical devices, and food sectors. Delivered turnaround plans, growth strategies, and organisational improvements.
Core Strengths
- Commercial strategy & revenue growth
- Organisational transformation
- International market development
- People leadership & culture building
- Operational excellence & process improvement
- Change management & stakeholder engagement
Education
Master’s in Management, UCD Michael Smurfit Graduate Business School
Degree in Human Resource Management - UCC, University College Cork
Diploma in Strategic Marketing Management , Irish Management Institute
Advanced Intercultural Development Programme, UCD Michael Smurfit Graduate Business School
Board & Industry Leadership
Chairperson, Irish Exporters Association (Southern Region)
Represented exporters at national level, organised industry events, and engaged with political and business leaders.