Martyn Farrows

CEO at Soapbox Labs

Martyn Farrows has a diverse work experience spanning over two decades. Martyn is currently serving as a Board Member (Voluntary) at iScoil, a non-profit online learning service. As CEO and COO, they worked at SoapBox Labs, a company specializing in proprietary voice technology for kids. Martyn also served as a Board Member & Industry Advisor at SoapBox Labs.

Martyn's experience in the education sector includes their role as Head of Innovation Strategy at CJ Fallon Ltd., Ireland's leading provider of teaching, learning, and assessment resources. Martyn also advised on the education sector at TechIreland, a not-for-profit organization.

Furthermore, Martyn contributed their expertise as an Industry Member of the Government Data Forum, an advisory body established to address challenges related to the digital economy. Prior to that, they held the position of Director at the Learnovate Centre hosted by Trinity College Dublin, which focused on research and innovation in learning technologies.

Before joining CJ Fallon Ltd., Martyn co-founded and served as an Executive Director of the Magic Studio Network at Lexara Ltd., where they developed digital authoring and publishing platforms for online education. Martyn also worked as a Lecturer at the University of Agder, teaching at the European Integration Summer School.

Earlier in their career, Martyn held the role of Executive Director at Simulacra-MWR, contributing to the company's success.

Overall, Martyn Farrows has extensive experience in the education and technology sectors, with a focus on digital innovation, learning technologies, and voice technology for kids.

Martyn Farrows has a well-rounded education history that spans across multiple universities and fields of study. Martyn started their academic journey in 1988 at the University of Plymouth, where they pursued a Bachelor of Arts (Honors) degree in International Business. Martyn successfully completed this program in 1992.

Following their undergraduate studies, Martyn moved on to Amsterdam University of Applied Sciences in 1991, where they focused on International Business. Although it is not specified, it is assumed that they did not pursue a specific degree during their time at this institution. After completing their studies in Amsterdam, they transitioned to the University of Limerick in 1992 for a Master of Arts program in European Integration. This program lasted for a year, ending in 1993.

Martyn Farrows' academic journey then culminated in a Ph.D. program at the University of Limerick in the field of European Integration. Martyn began this program in 1994 and successfully completed it in 1997.

Overall, Martyn Farrows showcases a strong commitment to their education, having obtained a Bachelor's degree, followed by a Master's degree, and finally a Ph.D. Martyn'sareas of focus include International Business and European Integration.

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  • CEO

    May, 2021 - present

  • COO

    September, 2017

  • Board Member & Industry Advisor

    April, 2016