Mark Barry

Mark Barry is a seasoned professional with a diverse background in writing, psychology, and education. Currently serving as a UX Writer at Global Shares since November 2020, Mark previously held the position of Information Developer at Technically Write IT from December 2018 to October 2020. Mark has extensive freelance writing experience focused on psychology and wellbeing from September 2016 to November 2018. In academia, Mark lectured on Positive Psychology at University College Cork between September 2013 and November 2018, while also teaching in the School of Applied Psychology. Earlier career roles include various journalism positions, such as Senior News Reporter at Evening Echo and News Reporter at The Corkman and Inside Cork. Mark holds a PhD in Applied Psychology, along with multiple degrees in relevant fields from University College Cork and a diploma in Journalism from the Irish Academy of Public Relations.