Mark Gaffney

Mark Gaffney is a seasoned professional with extensive experience in technology and business innovation. Currently serving as Managing Partner at Maivin Consulting since January 2024, Mark specializes in AI consulting and training for businesses of all sizes. Mark also contributes as a Start-Up Mentor at the Abu Dhabi SME Hub and as a Global Mentor for Techstars, focusing on fostering entrepreneurship and supporting founders. Previously, Mark held key leadership roles such as Chief Commercial Officer at Extra360 Payments & Loyalty Solutions, Founder and CEO of Purple Pod, and Head of Innovation at Cybertonica Ltd. Mark's entrepreneurial journey includes founding Boast Talk, co-founding 21CMS, and The DG Group, demonstrating a strong background in developing software solutions and marketing services. Mark's educational background includes studying at the University of Galway and Mount Temple.