People and Place is a spin-out company from Maynooth University, with roots in the renowned socio-demographic research and expertise of the All-Island Research Observatory (AIRO) within the Maynooth University Social Sciences Institute (MUSSI).
“With over two decades of deep data knowledge, we have a proven track record of delivering high-quality, relevant, and actionable data. Our expertise spans advanced GIS, spatial analysis, and cutting-edge visualization techniques, enabling us to bring data to life in ways that are both technically precise and highly engaging. For us, data is not just a collection of numbers – it’s a valuable resource that, when understood and presented effectively, can drive meaningful change.”
“Our strength also lies in our diverse, creative, dynamic team, which combines expertise from diverse fields such as geography, planning, statistics, and graphic design. This multidisciplinary approach allows us to bridge the gap between technical precision and creative storytelling, offering innovative solutions tailored to our clients’ needs.”
“With headquarters in Clare and team members based in urban and rural hubs across Maynooth, Kerry, and Galway City, we bring a unique combination of national perspectives and local insight. This geographic diversity, combined with our expertise and passion for storytelling, enables us to serve public sector agencies, businesses, and communities across Ireland with unparalleled precision and impact.”
Mission Statement
At People and Place, we transform data into insights, stories, and solutions that empower communities, public agencies, and businesses to create meaningful change. Guided by excellence, social responsibility, and collaboration, we combine deep data expertise with innovative storytelling to deliver impactful results that shape a sustainable future.
Our Values
At People and Place, we are committed to excellence, continuous learning, and collaboration. We prioritise social responsibility, client-focused relationships, and flexibility with accountability, creating a dynamic and impactful environment where meaningful change thrives.
Offering an array of services in the fields of Data Translations
Spatial Analysis and GIS Consulting:
We offer a wide range of spatial analysis services with deep expertise in the Esri suite of tools, including ArcPro, ArcGIS Online (AGOL), Dashboards, and Hub. Whether it’s mapping, spatial modelling, or creating interactive tools, our team delivers precise, actionable insights that help clients visualise and understand spatial relationships to inform decision-making.
Location Intelligence and Data Insight Platforms:
Our team specialises in developing bespoke data toolkits and platforms using industry-leading technologies such as Esri and Tableau. We design these platforms for central government, local authorities, universities, public sector agencies, and private organisations. By integrating cutting-edge location intelligence with advanced data visualisation, we provide user-friendly, actionable tools tailored to the unique needs of our clients.
Socio-Economic Profiles:
We create high-quality socio-economic profile documents that go beyond presenting data. Leveraging our Deep Data Knowledge and innovative geographical hierarchy methodology, we uncover and communicate the unique story of your area of interest. These profiles, built on rigorously curated, relevant, and actionable data, are designed to engage stakeholders and inform decision-making. We don’t just deliver reports – we bring the data to life by presenting insights at internal and public sessions, ensuring the story resonates with every audience.
Data Knowledge Packages:
We help organisations transform how they use data by providing access to our curated data packages, built on our extensive expertise in demographics, social inclusion, education, housing, the economy, transport, and the environment. These comprehensive, high-quality datasets are tailored to meet specific organisational needs, empowering teams to make data-driven decisions with precision and confidence.
Data Audits:
Let us review and assess your organisation’s data holdings and how you use them. Our data audit services identify strengths, gaps, and opportunities, delivering a forward strategy that ensures your data is optimised to drive impactful outcomes.
Infographics and Data Design:
Our design team specialises in creating engaging and detailed infographics that summarise your topic of interest. By combining data expertise with creative storytelling, we help you communicate complex ideas in a visually compelling and easily digestible format.
Policy and Group Facilitation:
Our skilled facilitators bring your community, team, or stakeholders together for clear and focused workshops. These sessions are designed to foster collaboration, define priorities, and deliver actionable next steps. We provide structured and engaging facilitation to ensure every participant feels heard and the group achieves meaningful outcomes.
Core Team Members
While our Head Office is in Ennis, our team works on a remote basis across Ireland. As such, we are connected to communities, people and places across the country. We strongly believe this is an integral part of our underlying knowledge base.
Justin Gleeson
DIRECTOR
Eoghan McCarthy
DIRECTOR
Sumlam Lau
GEOSPATIAL DATA ANALYST
Brendán O’Caoimh
HEAD OF SOCIAL POLICY
Emma O’Connor
GEOSPATIAL PROJECTS MANAGER
Emy Pye
GEOSPATIAL DESIGN ANALYST
Faolán Hamilton
SPATIAL PLANNING ANALYST
Clara Malone
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Realized projects
Regional offices
Commercial and residental
Years of experience
Team members
Green space included
