Our People

Belfast is known for its colourful characters, storytellers and their special way of making visitors feel at home. From the celebrities acting as unofficial ambassadors to the trailblazers and leaders in the world of art, music, business and sport. They all have a story to tell and we are proud to give them a platform to tell it!

Eileen Mullan

Five Minutes With Eileen Mullan

“When I was serving fish and chips in my parents’ chip shop in Portrush, I never thought someone like me would get to serve on a board in the public…

Belfast influencer

Must-follow Belfast Fashion and Beauty Bloggers

The influence of social media stars has risen dramatically in Ireland over the last few years, with Octave Digital calling the rise of virtual networks (think Pinterest and Instagram) to be one…

Circusful Mr Wizzy stilts or mini bike

From 80’s Punk Star To Magician, Welcome To The Oddly Unique And World Of Mr Wizzy

It was a pack of cards and an encounter with a famous comedian and magician that turned the young Steve Wilson from curious teenager into budding child magician. Little did…

Weatherbies Author

Maghera Mum Turns Storytime For Kids Into Publishing Business

When Maghera mum, Yvonne Fleming, began to tell her two children night-time tales, little did she know that she would end up with a series of books, animations and a…

Susan Picken Culture Night Belfast

Culture Night Belfast Organiser: Susan Picken

Susan Picken is the director of Culture Night Belfast. This year, Culture Night will take a very different approach with CNB21 Presents: The Ogham Grove. Located in Writer’s Square, the…

Gawain Morrison

Artist: Gawain Morrison

Belfast artist, Gawain Morrison is a Creative Producer and Director for Media, Events and Technology. With over 25 years of experience in the industry, he has recently been appointed as…

keith drury belfast art

Belfast Artist: Keith Drury

Keith cannot remember a time when he did not draw or make ‘stuff’. His introduction into the more serious art world began when the owner of a prestigious Belfast gallery…

Jessica Benergy

Benergy Nutrition Success: Jessica Thompson

New Business Venture Provides Mood Boost after Mental Health Battles When a difficult time in her life left Jessica Thompson from east Belfast struggling with mental health problems, she thought…

Christine Lampard

Christine Lampard (nee Bleakley)

One of the most recognisable faces in media, the beautiful TV and radio presenter Christine Lampard (nee Bleakley) hails from Northern Ireland. Born in 1979 to Frederick and Mina Bleakley,…