Michelle Abbey

Michelle Abbey serves as the CPO and Global HR Transformation Director at Glanbia, where responsibilities include overseeing a comprehensive HR systems deployment and service delivery transformation to foster business growth and career development for colleagues worldwide. With prior experience as Head of HR for Glanbia Business Services, Michelle led strategic initiatives in talent management, performance, and succession processes, alongside driving organization development and change management in a rapidly evolving environment. Earlier roles included Head of HR for Ireland at Ernst & Young, HR Business Consultant, Director of Learning & Development at BT Global Services, and various positions in training and technical writing. Educational background includes a Master's in Human Resource Strategies from Dublin City University and a BA (Hons) in International Business Communication from Ulster University.