Barra Heavey

Business Systems & Process Director

As Business Systems & Process Director, Barra leads the strategic optimisation of RKD's internal systems, workflows, and enterprise platforms, driving efficiency and innovation across the organisation. He oversees business systems development, quality assurance certification, policy documentation, and grant application management, while championing digital transformation and the strategic adoption of AI and emerging technologies.

Through cross-functional collaboration and effective change management, Barra leverages data analytics and performance measurement to deliver continuous improvement. His strategic approach ensures RKD's processes meet the highest standards of compliance and operational excellence, empowering teams to work smarter and achieve business objectives.

Core Expertise

  • Process and Workflow Optimisation
  • Digital Transformation
  • Cross-Functional Collaboration
  • Data Analytics and Performance Measurement
  • Change Management

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Qualifications

  • HND (Dist), Higher National Diploma Graphic Design (Distinction), Dublin Institute of Design, 2016
  • PGDip BS (Hons), Post Graduate Diploma in Business Studies (Honours), University College Dublin Michael Smurfit Graduate Business School, 2004
  • BA (Hons), Bachelor of Arts (Honours), University College Dublin, 2003