Maria Souza is Head of Human Experiences and Innovation at the Future of Work Institute, where she leads the design of employee attraction, engagement and retention strategies that strengthen organisational culture and support sustainable business performance. With over 18 years’ experience across Psychology, Learning and Development, Talent Acquisition and Employer Branding, she brings a commercially grounded and deeply human approach to organisational transformation. Helping companies bridge the gap between brand promise and people experience.
As President of the Professional Women’s Network (PWN Dublin), Maria is committed to advancing gender balanced leadership, inclusive workplaces, and equal access to career progression opportunities. She focuses on building strong communities, partnerships, and programmes for both women and men that support women to grow, lead, and influence across industries.
With a young daughter at home, her drive is deeply personal. She is focused on helping create workplaces that are an exciting and fulfilling place for the next genera