Andrew Brownlee

@andrewbrownlee7

Chief Executive Officer @SOLASFET, the further ed & training agency. Exiled Scot living in Dublin, clinging to my heritage via the Tartan Army. All views my own

Dublin, Ireland

Joined November 2011

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Andrew Brownlee@andrewbrownlee7 · Jul 18

📻 Listen Back to RTE's @TodaywithClaire rte.ie/radio/radio1/c… @andrewbrownlee7 on the growth of the apprenticeships⬇️ 🗝️ valuable pathway to high-quality, well-paid careers 🗝️ advice to LC students to follow your passion 🗝️ highlighting many success stories of apprentices

AAndrew Brownlee@andrewbrownlee7 · Jul 18

Delighted to participate in a brilliant piece from Maura Fay @TodaywithClaire this morning on why it’s important to follow your passion & consider apprenticeships & all options when thinking about your next steps after school rte.ie/radio/radio1/c…

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Andrew Brownlee@andrewbrownlee7 · Jul 18

andrewbrownlee7's tweet card. Maura Fay, RTÉ Reporter

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CorkETB🇮🇪🇪🇺@CorkETB · Jul 18

Cork ETB in partnership with the @NMCI_Ireland today proudly launched the Maritime and Offshore Safe Pass Pilot Programme, a first of its kind initiative aimed at enhancing safety standards and awareness for those working in Ireland’s offshore renewable energy sector.

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Andrew Brownlee@andrewbrownlee7 · Jul 18

Good to be in Cork today for the launch of the new Maritime Safepass Pilot with Taoiseach @MichealMartinTD. As Ireland develops offshore energy infrastructure this initiative will be key in ensuring workers have the essential skills to build it. 👏@CorkETB @UCC @MTU_ie @SOLASFET

andrewbrownlee7's tweet image. Good to be in Cork today for the launch of the new Maritime Safepass Pilot with Taoiseach @MichealMartinTD. As Ireland develops offshore energy infrastructure this initiative will be key in ensuring workers have the essential skills to build it. 👏@CorkETB @UCC @MTU_ie @SOLASFET

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Andrew Brownlee@andrewbrownlee7 · Jul 16

Really proud of this partnership with @Entirl to build leadership & management skills across Irish SMEs #SkillstoAdvance

EEnterprise Ireland@Entirl · Jul 16

Enterprise Ireland and SOLAS recognise the need to increase leadership and management skills in Irish SMEs to drive their growth and agility. To deliver the upskilling necessary, a Leadership and Management Development programme is now on offer to businesses nationwide under the…

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Andrew Brownlee@andrewbrownlee7 · Jul 11

Really enjoyed talking all things skills with @ShaunaDunlop on this new #FutureSkillsIreland including my own skills journey from Scotland to Ireland via Ghana & Australia

SSOLAS@SOLASFET · Jul 11

Episode 2 of #FutureSkillsIreland podcast is now live linktr.ee/futureskillsir…🎙️ SOLAS CEO @andrewbrownlee7 shares fascinating insights on his own personal skills journey, reflects on the success & impact of FET & Apprenticeships over the last 5 years, & our future ambition

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OECD SMEs, Regions, Cities & Tourism@OECD_local · Jul 11

🗣️ “When we direct investment wisely, stay focused on outcomes, and surround our youth with the right support, anything is possible.” - @NessaWhite75, Executive Director, Transformation, @SOLASFET #OECDInBarranquilla #OECDLocalForum #ResilientPlaces

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Andrew Brownlee@andrewbrownlee7 · Jul 8

Brilliant to see Future Skills Ireland launched yesterday with a great interview between @ShaunaDunlop & Kevin Marshall, the Chair of the National Skills Council

SSOLAS@SOLASFET · Jul 7

We are delighted to launch Future Skills Ireland, an exciting new podcast series which shares real-life stories about careers and essential skills, alongside discussions on Ireland’s future skills needs and national research. Find out more: solas.ie/solas-launches…

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Andrew Brownlee@andrewbrownlee7 · Jul 3

Great to be at the launch of #SkillsMatter the first formal advice from the new National Skills Council to Government, chaired by @Microsoft & @SOLASFET board member Kevin Marshall

andrewbrownlee7's tweet image. Great to be at the launch of #SkillsMatter the first formal advice from the new National Skills Council to Government, chaired by @Microsoft &amp; @SOLASFET board member Kevin Marshall

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SOLAS@SOLASFET · Jun 25

📢Do you want to build an inclusive environment that supports adults with unmet #literacy needs in your local service & community? 💻Get started by completing the new, FREE #AdultLiteracyForLife Plain Language course here:tinyurl.com/4vzjx8fx 👇See more Plain Language Tips.

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Andrew Brownlee@andrewbrownlee7 · Jun 28

Wow what a day. So proud that @SOLASFET joined our public sector colleagues as part of the #DublinPride parade 🌈

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SOLAS@SOLASFET · Jun 27

Today is UN Micro-, Small and Medium-Sized Enterprises (MSMEs) Day! Strong leadership and management are key to MSME growth. SOLAS, in partnership with @Entirl offers a Leadership and Management Development Programme under #SkillsToAdvance. Learn more: solas.ie/programmes/ski…

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Andrew Brownlee@andrewbrownlee7 · Jun 26

Great to get down to Kildalton College this afternoon to talk to @teagasc senior management about opportunities to work with FET & apprenticeship to meet rapidly evolving agricultural skills needs. Lots of scope for collaboration

andrewbrownlee7's tweet image. Great to get down to Kildalton College this afternoon to talk to @teagasc senior management about opportunities to work with FET &amp; apprenticeship to meet rapidly evolving agricultural skills needs. Lots of scope for collaboration

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Dr Deirdre Giblin@DeirdreGiblin1 · Jun 25

Well done to colleagues of @NCIRL Dr @MaryLizTrant1 & @andrewbrownlee7 & team presenting to Joint Oireachtas Committee on Further & Higher Ed on Review of the Apprenticeship Plan expertly chaired by Deputy @ErinMcGreehan. Excellent point made by Dr Trant on access & inclusion

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SOLAS@SOLASFET · Jun 16

‘Today really was about you. It’s all of us coming together to recognise the challenges of literacy & how address it’ Closing remarks CEO @SOLASFET @andrewbrownlee7 reflects on how far the #AdultLiteracyForLife Strategy & partners have come to drive a long term view on Literacy.

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Andrew Brownlee@andrewbrownlee7 · Jun 16

Brilliant morning at the #LiteracyChangingLives showcase event at Croke Park with Minister @MarianHarkin and so many partners who are making a real difference at National, regional & local level

andrewbrownlee7's tweet image. Brilliant morning at the #LiteracyChangingLives showcase event at Croke Park with Minister @MarianHarkin and so many partners who are making a real difference at National, regional &amp; local level

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Andrew Brownlee@andrewbrownlee7 · Jun 15

Great week @mountmerrion girls mini World Cup - brilliant to see 100s of girls from lots of different clubs taking part - & a win for Italy in their final 🇮🇹 ⚽️

andrewbrownlee7's tweet image. Great week @mountmerrion girls mini World Cup - brilliant to see 100s of girls from lots of different clubs taking part - &amp; a win for Italy in their final 🇮🇹 ⚽️

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Andrew Brownlee@andrewbrownlee7 · Jun 13

Was privileged to join @CityofDublinETB to celebrate the end of an era at Warrenmount Adult Education Centre. Over 200 years of delivering education, & 30 years focusing on adult learning led by the amazing Sister Pauline, with a determination by all to let the legacy live on 👏

andrewbrownlee7's tweet image. Was privileged to join @CityofDublinETB to celebrate the end of an era at Warrenmount Adult Education Centre. Over 200 years of delivering education, &amp; 30 years focusing on adult learning led by the amazing Sister Pauline, with a determination by all to let the legacy live on 👏

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Andrew Brownlee@andrewbrownlee7 · Jun 12

Weather a bit challenging for the @mountmerrion girls mini World Cup tonight ☔️ all made a bit better with a hot chocolate & a win for Italy 🇮🇹 ⚽️

andrewbrownlee7's tweet image. Weather a bit challenging for the @mountmerrion girls mini World Cup tonight ☔️ all made a bit better with a hot chocolate &amp; a win for Italy 🇮🇹 ⚽️

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