WHO WE ARE

Meet the Team

BRIAN COLBERT

Master Trainer of NLP & Co-founder of the Irish Institute of NLP

Brian Colbert is regarded as one of the leading consultants in the area of Personal Growth in Europe today. Brian is a Licensed Master Trainer of NLP, qualified Hypnotherapist, Psychotherapist and best-selling author. Brian has also forged a successful career as a highly effective Corporate Trainer & Consultant, producing results for some of giants of the business sector, such as Google, Coca-Cola & Pepsi. Brian has extensive experience in the media, providing interviews, programs & segments on RTE, TV3, Today FM and countless other broadcasters. Brian also released a groundbreaking app based on his hypnotic trance CDs, which has surpassed 1 million downloads worldwide, topping Apple’s Health & Fitness Chart in several countries across the world.

As of today, Brian has released two best-selling books – “The Happiness Habit” and “From Ordinary to Extraordinary”, bringing his experience and insight into the literary field and sparking amazing results in the process. Brian’s books have made a pronounced impact overseas, being translated into a number of different languages worldwide.

What sets Brian apart from his peers is his hands on, direct, no-nonsense approach, which, while challenging at times – is always effective. Some people have described Brian’s thinking to be sometimes unconventional, but he has discovered over the years that it is this, client-centred approach, that produces the best results! Brian has already harnessed his wealth of experience, along with his collection of powerful insights and tools, to direct thousands of people towards achieving their true potential and leading fulfilled lives.

Brian’s warmth, authenticity and passion for life are contagious. Due to his commitment to getting the results his clients need, Brian has established an impressive track record, overflowing with success stories and genuine positive change. His charismatic training style often swings delicately between the profound and the downright funny, which allows learning to become an interesting and fun experience.

OWEN FITZPATRICK

Master Trainer of NLP & Co-founder of the Irish Institute of NLP

Owen is one of Europe’s top Motivational Speakers, Personal Development Trainers and the youngest ever Licensed NLP Master Trainer in the world. Owen is also a qualified

Psychologist, Hypnotherapist and Psychotherapist. Owen continues to be in high demand internationally, teaching people from all walks of life and cultures how to enhance their lives. Owen has co-authored four books, “Conversations”, “Memories”, “The Ultimate Introduction to NLP” and “How to Take Charge of your Life” with Dr. Richard Bandler, co-creator of NLP. Owen has also authored two books of his own, “The Charismatic Edge” and “Not Enough Hours”.

Since becoming the youngest qualified Hypnotherapist ever aged 17, Owen has worked continuously with those suffering from depression, fears, phobias, panic attacks, shyness and relationship problems, helping them to own their brains and change their lives. Owen has also earned a reputation as one of the world’s experts on charisma, and has provided key insights into the art of confidence, influence and communication.

As well as appearing on television in ‘Karl Spain Wants a Woman’ and ‘Ask Anna’ as a confidence coach, Owen has previously hosted his own RTE television series “Not Enough Hours”, based on his best-selling book of the same name. Owen has also been interviewed by some of Irelands leading broadcasters, including Ryan Tubridy, Marian Finucane, Matt Cooper and Ian Dempsey.

Having also taught Psychology in University College Cork, Owen is highly motivated, enthusiastic, witty and extremely focused. In his trainings, he departs from the traditional way of doing things and inspires his audience to get much more than they ever considered was possible. Owen manages to make complex things very simple to understand and through his obvious passion and commitment to results, he creates powerful change in a very short space of time.

THERESA COLBERT

Operations Manager

Theresa Colbert has over 25 years experience in running and setting up businesses, proving highly successful and driven from a very young age. After taking a career break in the mid-90’s to raise her two sons, Theresa returned to assume and retain a pivotal position in the set-up and running the Irish Institute of NLP.

Theresa is now at the very heart of all the Institute’s activities, as Head of Office Administration, Chief Organiser and Event Management.

CIAN COLBERT

Social Media & Technological Guru

Cian is our in-house social media guru and is responsible for all things digital, visual, and technological. From the videos which we post regularly on the various social media platforms to photo shoots, zoom meetings and general ongoing website maintenance and presentation.
Cian’s job is to make us look good, no matter what!… 🙂

Karen Keating

ADMINISTRATION ASSISTANT

Karen Keating has been working in the Institute for over 5 years as part of our administration team, assisting in the day-to-day running of our office. Karen also plays a key role in the areas of delegate liaison, customer service and event management.

Paul Salmon

STAGE MANAGER

Paul Salmon was been working with the Institute for several years, providing excellent service in the organization, set up and running of our training courses. Paul can be viewed as the stage manager of our team, ensuring the smooth delivery and professional presentation of our training courses.
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