Tara brings over two decades of high-calibre experience in graphic design, having worked at the forefront of the industry in some of its most demanding and creative environments. As a former Creative Director and Studio Head, she played a pivotal role in building the design arm of Joe Public, Africa’s largest and most influential independent advertising agency.

Her career is marked by both longevity and excellence. Tara has judged Africa’s premier advertising and design awards, the Loeries, and has crafted branding, packaging and campaigns for a wide array of South Africa’s most beloved homegrown brands - reaching over 60 million consumers across South Africa and extending into sub-Saharan Africa.

Tara’s work has been recognised with numerous industry accolades, including

• 1 Silver Clio Award

• 1 Bronze Cannes Lion Award

• 3 Gold Loerie Design Awards

• 3 Silver Loerie Design Awards

• 5 Bronze Loerie Design Awards

Born in South Africa to an Irish mother from Westmeath, Tara has now made Galway her home. She has firmly planted roots in the region, where she continues to share her deep expertise and creative leadership with the local design and advertising community.