BA (Hons), MBA, Member of the Institute of Directors
Cressida Canavan is a Business Development Manager at Canavan Associates Ltd., leading business development, digital transformation, and strategic growth across the company. With a BA (Hons) in Business with Marketing and an MBA from Ulster University, she brings a commercially focused and forward-thinking approach to the organisation.
Cressida plays a central role in driving new business, managing client proposals, and overseeing financial processes, while supporting the delivery of planning and Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA) projects. She is instrumental in ensuring the company continues to grow within the renewable energy and environmental sectors.
With a strong focus on digital innovation, Cressida is leading the integration of new technologies and systems to enhance operational efficiency and modernise traditional consultancy processes. She is particularly interested in the application of AI within environmental and planning workflows and was a finalist in a national AI innovation challenge, reflecting her commitment to future-focused solutions.
Cressida’s work sits at the intersection of commercial strategy, digital innovation, and environmental consultancy, positioning Canavan Associates as a progressive and evolving firm in a rapidly changing industry.
Key Focus Areas:
Business Development & Growth: Leading proposals, client acquisition, and commercial strategy
Digital Transformation: Implementing systems and AI-driven solutions to improve efficiency
Financial & Operational Management: Supporting quoting, financial oversight, and internal processes
Innovation in Environmental Consultancy: Exploring the role of AI and digital tools in EIA and planning