Meet the Team
Neil Richins
Chief Technology Officer
Neil is a highly driven technical leader experienced in harmonising business requirements with innovation. Neil got hooked on computer tech in the late 70s, and has been creating everything from websites to fault tolerant systems ever since. He is passionate about cultivating engineering talent and team building through harmonization of business requirements with innovation.
Neil has in-depth knowledge about website creation and gives expert feedback in relation to code and programming amendments needed to create an accessible digital world. IA Labs doesn’t only point out the broken WCAG guidelines, Neil also provides technical feedback as to fixing the issues found.
Currently Neil is working on IA Lab’s Digital Inclusion technology revolution and making the Internet more accessible by all.
Andy Power
Head of Growth
Andy is a driven revenue leader with over 15 years’ experience in start-up, scale-up, turnaround and corporate B2B Software firms. He is always focused on intelligent growth through effective use of sales and marketing functions, deep process alignment and clear strategic goals backed by data-led decisions. Andy has joined IA Labs, inspired by their mission to “make the world digitally accessible.”
Sean Doran
Accessibility Consultant
Sean is a Program Manager working for NCBI and an Accessibility consultant in IA Labs. Sean has a background in Software Development from DKIT and has been working in NCBI since 2015. Over this time Sean has worked closely with people with Digital Accessibility and inclusive technology needs through providing training and support for people with sight loss. Sean has first-hand experience on the expected end behaviour of websites and applications and how they should interact with end users with disabilities. This insight provides the team with robust knowledge on accessibility.
Adela Buliman
Quality Assurance & Customer Success Lead
Adela is the Quality Assurance team lead. She ensures that all audits are of the highest standard and in accordance with WCAG 2.1 standards. She also bridges the gap between customers and the QA team to provide customers with the best possible experience. Adela has a background in Electronic and Computing Engineering from Dublin City University, where she worked on several aspects of technology and electronics design and testing. She has experience as a software tester in Mastercard and now works for IA Labs to make a positive impact on the digital world.
Diana Penamora
Junior QA
Diana is a Junior Quality Assurance Tester at IA Labs. She studied Electronic and Computer Engineering at DCU and started working at IA Labs soon after her fourth year finished. Her background in testing consists of two internships, one of which involved her helping to deliver software to the production stage. Diana has a keen interest in not only modern technology, but also how it can be used to make life easier and more accessible for people. The work she has done at IA Labs includes finding issues that affect people with disabilities and collaborating with software developers to fix these issues with their websites.
Serhii Vasyliev
Junior QA
Serhii Vasyliev is a Junior QA with a Masters degree in Research Engineering from the East National Ukrainian University. Serhii’s expertise lies in checking websites and other digital technologies, making sure they work correctly and efficiently. He loves when everything works seamlessly and is passionate about making a positive impact on the digital world. Serhii’s education and experience have equipped him with the skills and knowledge needed to identify issues and collaborate with software developers to resolve them. His attention to detail and dedication to quality assurance make him an invaluable member of any team.
Emma O’Connor
Junior QA
Emma is a Junior Quality Assurance Tester at IA Labs. Over the years, she has obtained a QQI Level 5 in Computer Studies and a QQI Level 6 in Business Computing where she realised her passion for computing before going on to obtain a bachelor’s degree in Software Development at South East Technological University (SETU). Her background in testing consists of previous work experience, internships and college modules. Her final year project consisted of creating a web application in which she was a finalist for the Sun Life Awards 2023. Emma has a passion for learning new things and helping people by making technology more inclusive and accessible. Her attention to detail and friendly attitude creates a positive atmosphere amongst the team, making her easy to approach and collaborate with software developers.
Peace Omotayo
Junior Software Developer
Peace is a Junior Software Developer at IA Labs. He has a bachelor’s degree in Electronic and Computer Engineering from Dublin City University and started working at IA Labs shortly after graduating. Over the years of his studies, Peace has worked on many aspects of technology. For his final year project, Peace designed and built a web application. The work he has done at IA Labs, includes setting up software stack models and developing various software that will help make the digital world more accessible.
Eleanor Owens
Executive Assistant
Eleanor is the Executive Assistant for the Director of IA Labs. She is an experienced EA in both legal and corporate settings and looks after the organisation of our team. Eleanor has a proven track record of liaising with clients, Board Members and various Government Ministers and looks forward to assisting in any way she can.
