Our Mission: "To provide our clients with best practice solutions to meet their needs by adding value"
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Abacus Business Coaching
Specialists in Strategic Training & Development in Ireland
Thomas M. Cullen B.C.I., B.L., M.B.A.
F.E.T.A.C. Training Provider
Approved F.A.S./E.I. Registered Trainer No. 901948
Mobile: +353 (0)85 7385323
Fax: +353 (0)48 71348431
Email: results@abacusbusinesscoaching.com
 

FETAC Training Consultants

Human Resources Management Consultants

Centre Director

Thomas Cullen is a qualified Barrister with over thirty years commercial experience . An accomplished trainer and businesses consultant with a vast experience in maximising performance and competencies by creative change management combined with training and development. An individual with strong and exceptional commercial acumen and a strategically critical thinker . Thomas has a balanced portfolio of academic and career achievements. A lecturer with a number of third level institutions in a variety of subjects including Interpersonal Skills, Management Development and Strategic Human Resources issues.

An experienced and respected trainer, recognised for innovative growth strategies , enlightened seminars / workshops and business coaching . He has imparted growth strategies and performance management solutions to both the private , public and not for profit organisations .

Thomas has already helped thousands of people from various industries and sectors to discover their true potential from C.E.O. level to those with line management responsibility . His philosophy is to blend action and knowledge to be successful .

Training Testimonials:

"A marvelous contribution to our urgent effort to fundamentally redefine our organisation for the competitive environment that surrounds us . Our group has enhanced its skills and competencies as a result . We appreciate the energy , commitment and professionalism which you have demonstrated in delivering our training programmes ."
John O'Donoghue , Director , Noonan Services Ltd

"Provided a very useful training course in time management , leadership , management skills and setting / achieving goals . Well structured content allowing for plenty of interaction among and between participants... presentation style was excellent and confident... skilled in chairing and facilitating discussion ."
Mr Frank Fitzgibbon , Managing Editor The Sunday Times ( Irish Edition )

"I was very impressed by Thomas Cullen... He engaged effectively with a diverse group and made the training programme both productive and enjoyable . He clearly 'Knew his stuff' and had prepared very thoroughly"
Mr Peter O'Mahony , Irish Refugee Council

"The gains in... Training Programmes delivered are instant for those willing to self audit and change... Highly recommendable ."
Mr. Paddy Murray , Irish Recruitment Consultants ( Part of the Carlisle Group )

"The quality and content of the HR / Employment Law programme was brilliant... it was great to attend a training programme where the presenter knew exactly what they were talking about ."
Sonya O'Shaughnessy , Human Resources Manager .

"The training programme I attended was excellent and accessible . Thomas Cullen is very skilled in conducting his training programmes... his presentation skills are faultless"

"Thomas is an excellent communicator and trainer with outstanding communications skills and interaction with course participants"

"Attendance at this training programme was very worthwhile from a strategic point of view as it opened up many options and actions that are available to strengthen the Human Resources function in our organization"

The Abacus Business Coaching Team:

Our Team is composed of subject matter specialists with many years practical experience both domestically and internationally in al the disciplines required to deliver value for money programmes . We provide a range of services that are directly relevant to your needs and cost effective solutions to the challenges of managing the greatest resource of all - your people and yourself

Accreditations:

FETAC

FETAC's mission is to make quality assured awards in accordance with national standards within the national framework, creating opportunities for all learners in further education and training to have their achievements recognised and providing access to systematic progression pathways.

As the national awarding body for further education and training in Ireland, the Further Education and Training Awards Council (FETAC) gives people the opportunity to gain recognition for learning in education or training centres, in the work place and in the community.

Whatever it is that you study, learn or train for, what you really want is for all that effort to be recognised. Qualifications count, and a FETAC award makes yours count at home and abroad.

As the national awarding body for further education and training in Ireland, the Further Education and Training Awards Council (FETAC) gives people the opportunity to gain recognition for learning in education or training centres, in the work place and in the community.

ILM Centre

Our vision
ILM aspires to be a global authority on Leadership & Management, creating and supporting the largest management community world-wide.

Our mission
We believe that good leadership and management holds the key to organisational effectiveness and social and economic prosperity.

We partner globally with individuals and organisations to enable them to reach their full potential and achieve success by:

  • Providing recognised qualifications and endorsing bespoke programmes
  • Developing innovative learning services and products
  • Designing tailored management development solutions
  • Supporting a leadership and management community
  • Facilitating knowledge and debate on leadership & management
  • Influencing employers, policy makers and opinion formers

CMI Member

The Chartered Management Institute is the only chartered professional body that is dedicated to management and leadership. We are committed to raising the performance of business by championing management. We do this through supporting and advising individuals and organisations, or through engaging policy makers and key influencers in government and the management profession.

Institute for Management Consultants Member

The IMCA is the Recognised Professional Institute for Management Consultants and Business Advisers in the Republic of Ireland

The principal objective of the IMCA is the advancement of the professions of management consultancy and business advice through the establishment and maintenance of the highest standards of performance and conduct by its members, and by the promotion of the knowledge and skills required for that purpose. Membership is open to individual management consultants and business advisers and embraces consultants and advisers working with major international practices, specialist sole practitioners and those operating in State Agencies.

FÁS Ireland's National Training and Employment Authority Training Provider

Ireland's National Training and Employment Authority
FÁS enhances the skills and competencies of individuals and enterprises in order for Ireland to further develop as a competitive, inclusive, knowledge-based economy. It strives to do this through the provision of tailored training and employment programmes that suit everyone's needs

Chambers Ireland Business School Training Provider

The Chamber Business School is a dynamic training organisation with a passionate commitment to increasing business productivity, profitability and competitiveness by developing the critical skills required to cope with the ever increasing demands of work.

Irish Institute for Training And Development Member

The Irish Institute of Training & Development is the professional body representing members involved in or concerned with human resource training and development in Ireland. Members work in all sectors - business, industry, consultancy, voluntary, public sector, education and the community. Founded in 1969, the Institute's members are organised through a National Council and a number of regional networks.

C.I.P.D (Member of Chartered Institute for Personnel Development)

CIPD is Ireland and the UK's leading professional body for those involved in the management and development of people. With over 130,000 members, we aim to:

  • continuously advance the management and development of people to the benefit of individuals, employers and the community at large
  • be the professional body for those specialising in advancing the management and development of people
  • be recognised as the leading authority and influence in the field of people management and development.

Skillnets Training Provider

Skillnets is an enterprise-led support body whose mission is to enhance the skills of people in employment in Irish industry to support competitiveness and employability. Skillnets is funded through the National Training Fund and enables grant aided training for the private sector through 114 industry and regional training networks. Each network delivers training, upskilling and professional development programmes for its members that are enterprise led and designed to specific industry needs.

Enterprise Ireland Training Provider

Enterprise Ireland is the government agency responsible for the development and promotion of the indigenous business sector. Our mission is to accelerate the development of world-class Irish companies to achieve strong positions in global markets resulting in increased national and regional prosperity.

Irish Small and Medium Enterprises ( I.S.M.E. ) Training Provider

Irish Aviation Association Associate Lecturer

National College of Ireland Associate Lecturer

Thomas Cullen

Thomas Cullen

Educational Qualifications:

  • Bachelor of Civil Law
  • Barrister at Law
  • Masters in Business Administration (MBA)
  • Certificate in Training & Development
  • Certificate in Teaching & Learning

Accreditations / Service Provider:

  • FAS Approved trainer
  • FETAC certified for Quality Assurance / Training Provider
  • Skillnet Training Provider
  • Learning Centre - Institute for Leadership and Management (I.L.M.)
  • Fellow I.L.M.
  • Irish Hospitality Institute
  • Irish Institute Training and Development ( I.I.T.D.)
  • I.M.C.A..
  • C.I.P.D.
  • C.M.I.

Lecturer:

  • National College of Ireland
  • I.S.M.E.
  • Irish Aviation Authority
  • Open University

Positions Held:

  • Group General Manager / Managing Director Designate
  • Divisional Director
  • Director
  • Divisional General Manager
  • Group Quality & System Manager
  • Director – Group Operations
  • Area Manager – Field Consultant
  • Unit Management

Area of Expertise: ( Training and Consultancy )

  • General Management ( Front Line to Director level )
  • Business Planning and Strategy
  • Employment Law
  • Human Resources and Management Training
  • Management Accounts
  • Financial Planning
  • Marketing and Customer Service

Companies / Sector Experience

  • Manufacturing
  • Hospitality
  • Food Service
  • Retail
  • Construction
  • Public and Private Sectors

The kind of companies we have worked with :

  • Transport / Distribution
  • Retail
  • Wholesale
  • Manufacturing
  • Leisure
  • Hospitality
  • Construction and related services
  • Engineering
  • Waste Management
  • Printing
  • Utility
  • Public Services
  • Civil Service
  • Local Authorities
  • Enterprise Boards

Specific assignments / Implementation of :

  • Business Planning & Strategy
  • Human Resources Audits and Packages ( Policies and Procedures )
  • Performance Management Systems
  • Local Area Networks
  • Employment Law compliance
  • Management Accounts and Financial Controls
  • Total Quality Programmes
  • Management Development Programmes
  • Mentoring and Coaching
  • Marketing Plans
  • Customer Service Programmes

Sample Training & Human Resources Clients:

  • Department of Transport
  • St James Hospital
  • Fingal Enterprise Board
  • Examiner Newspapers
  • Meteor Mobile Communications
  • E.S.B. ( Telecom )
  • Offaly County Enterprise Board
  • Leisureworld
  • Noonan Services
  • Express Security
  • FAS
  • Failte Ireland
  • Panther Products
  • Enterprise Ireland
  • A-Truss Company Ltd
  • Donegal Local Dev Co.
  • Coolock Artane Credit Union
  • Waterman Consulting
  • Offaly County Enterprise Board
  • Dungloe Medical Centre
  • Gleeson Group ( Tipperary Water )
  • K and K Packs
  • CastleMahon Food Products
  • Paragon Air Conditioning Ltd
  • G.L.S. Ireland
  • Offaly County Council
  • Grant Thornton Accountants
  • Genesis ( C.I.T. )
  • I.S.M.I.
  • Dublin Port Training
  • The Print and Packaging Skillnet
  • Tedcastle Oil Products
  • Salamanca Restaurant
  • R.O.L.E. Skillnet
  • An Excellent Choice
  • Joe Walshe Tours ( JWT )
  • Component Intertechnologies Ireland Ltd
  • Carbon Chemical Group
  • Levins and Associates
  • Colman Computer Services
  • Kelly Brothers
  • Premier Periclase Ltd
  • Dundalk Trading Co Ltd
  • Kepac Ltd
  • Duffy Financial Services Ltd
  • News International
  • Grassland Fertilisers Ltd
  • Pacificare International Ltd
  • Woodcraft Homes Ltd
  • Odlums
  • J & D Burke ( Civil Eng. )
  • 4Homes Superstores
  • Cross Vetpharm Group Ltd
  • Killarney Credit Union
  • Shannon Skillnet ( Maine and Leisure)
  • D.H.L. Express
  • Hanley Automation
  • P.J. McDaids (Buncrana)
  • Parkway Hotel
  • Harvest Machinery
  • Brennan’s Pharmacy
  • Anchor Bar
  • Brendan Woods Ltd
  • G.P.E. Industries Ltd
  • Interior Creations
  • Larragh Transport
  • Opel Dealers Cavan
  • TKB Southgate
  • Birr Leisure Centre
  • Cisco Ltd
  • Dunnes Work Shop
  • Melvin Hotel
  • O’Neills Pharmacy
  • Phoenix Transport
  • Erin Re-Cylers
  • Conduit
  • Irish Security Industry Association
  • York International
  • Dunmanway Enterprise Network
  • Nerkli Europe
  • Control Air Ltd
  • I.N.G. Bearing
  • Royal Liver Assurance
  • Sign Express
  • Fitzpatrick Wholesale Ltd
  • D.P. Packaging
  • Guildglobal
  • Jury Doyle Hotels
  • I.R.C. Workforce ( Diageo )
  • Rochford Brady Group
  • Royal Victoria Eye and Ear Hospital
  • Irish Cement
  • Shelton Distribution
  • Sitelite
  • Woodloe Steel Fabrication
  • Panther Products
  • Skibbereen Business Association
  • Killybegs Chamber
  • Dawn Atlantic Group
  • Hanley Automation
  • Harvest Farm Machinery
  • Doka Ireland
  • John F. Dunne Eng.
  • Java Republic Coffee Co.
  • Ivernagh Security
  • Brendan Woods Const.
  • A.S.M.L. ( Intel )
  • J.B. Security
  • K.M.K Ltd
  • Waterfall Farms
  • Hickey Communications
  • P. J. ,McDaids
  • Brennans Pharmacy
  • Celtic Football Club
  • An Excellent Choice
  • Callaghan’s Jewelers
  • Anchor Bar
  • Parkway Hotel
  • Cisco Ltd
  • Dunnes Work Shop
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