Prescience

Prescience Prescience is a specialist consultancy offering bespoke regional, rural and business development sup

Prescience was established in 2017 by Ian Dempsey, a rural development specialist with 25 years’ practitioner experience in regional, enterprise and community development in Ireland. He was appointed Chief Executive Officer of the West Cork LEADER Co-op in 1999 and thereafter served as Chief Executive Officer of the West Cork Development Partnership between 2008 and 2016. He was also Chief Executi

ve Officer and brand architect of the acclaimed West Cork Fuchsia brand. He has an unrivalled record in the planning and implementation of four successive LEADER programmes and as a creator of innovative and progressive area-based local development strategies. Having initiated, collaborated on and contributed to many development initiatives within EU member states and beyond his expertise and experience is widely recognised at policy and practitioner level. In 2008 the Community Development Society of North America awarded Ian Dempsey its prestigious Innovative Program Award in recognition of his work in rural development. His professional career reflects exceptional management and organisational capabilities, creativity, leadership, resilience and an impeccable work ethic. He draws upon an exceptional record and proven experience in the areas of strategic planning, programme and project management, corporate governance, business and enterprise development, innovation, budgeting & financial management, communications and change management. Award winning specialisms include innovative development strategies and place-based transformation strategies, cluster model development and regional branding. Ian Dempsey is a graduate of the National University of Ireland, Galway; the Dublin Institute of Technology; University College Cork and the Institute of Technology, Tallaght. He holds degree and post-graduate qualifications in commerce, strategy, management, innovation and project management. He is a member of the Institute of Project Management Ireland and is accredited to the International Project Management Association as a Certified Project Management Associate. He is an Associate Member of the Institute of Management Consultants and Advisors.

On April 22nd, I’ll be joining the expert panel and sharing perspectives and good practices on strategic planning and Sm...
13/04/2026

On April 22nd, I’ll be joining the expert panel and sharing perspectives and good practices on strategic planning and Smart Village development.

Rebalancing human–river relations requires the integration of ecological science, cultural practice, and participatory e...
25/02/2026

Rebalancing human–river relations requires the integration of ecological science, cultural practice, and participatory engagement. A regenerative and reciprocal approach would prioritise both ecological function and social value.

There are currently 330 local libraries operating throughout Ireland offering a free service to more than 765,000 regist...
18/02/2026

There are currently 330 local libraries operating throughout Ireland offering a free service to more than 765,000 registered members. In addition to its invaluable cultural role anchored by an extensive collection of over 13 million books, CDs and DVDs and an online repository of eBooks, eAudiobooks, digital magazines and newspapers, libraries also provide a diverse range of resources and services including formal and informal learning, digital skills and literacy, information and guidance, job seeking supports, social and cultural programming all wrapped up in an welcoming, inclusive Third Place.

That’s a lot to love!

Scotland takes swift action
28/01/2026

Scotland takes swift action

Rest of UK has resisted calls to make builders install bricks that provide nesting for swifts and other endangered birds

So that’s it, 2025 all done and dusted. We’d like to thank all our clients, associates and friends who made the year suc...
15/12/2025

So that’s it, 2025 all done and dusted.

We’d like to thank all our clients, associates and friends who made the year such a good one and wish you all a very happy Christmas and prosperous New Year.

Nothing behind me, everything ahead of me, as is ever so on the road.

‘Til then…

The second Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) National Stakeholder Forum of 2025 will take place on Tuesday, 2 Decembe...
06/11/2025

The second Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) National Stakeholder Forum of 2025 will take place on Tuesday, 2 December in the Aula Maxima, University College Cork (UCC) on the theme SDG Localisation – SDGs Working Locally. The Forum will consist of presentations, panel discussions and each delegate will have a choice of one of four workshops. You can register here:

https://ti.to/sdg-forum-2025/sdg-forum-2025-ucc-cork

It was a pleasure to work with a great community in Ballyboughal in developing their new strategic plan.
22/10/2025

It was a pleasure to work with a great community in Ballyboughal in developing their new strategic plan.

14/10/2025

🌟 Discover How Your Community Can Become a Smart Village! 🌟
Join us for an Information Session on the CLDC Smart Village Community Planning Programme.
This is your chance to learn how Smart Village planning can help your community thrive!
✅ What you’ll learn:
✔ How it can support local community challenges
✔ Real-life examples of Smart rural solutions
✔ What supports are available
✔ How to apply to become a ‘Smart’ community in Clare
📅 Date: Wednesday, 15th October
🕕 Time: 6:00 PM
📩 Register: Email [email protected] for your Zoom link

Let’s work together to strengthen communities across Clare! 💚

👉 Don’t miss out – reserve your spot today!

Smart Village planning programme is funded through LEADER 23-27

In late October, we’ll be on the road with the hard working team from Kilkenny LEADER Partnership.
03/09/2025

In late October, we’ll be on the road with the hard working team from Kilkenny LEADER Partnership.

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6 North Square
Ross Carbery
P85Y268

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Monday 9am - 6pm
Tuesday 9am - 6pm
Wednesday 9am - 6pm
Thursday 9am - 6pm
Friday 9am - 6pm

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