Our Team
Our expert team of archaeologists, heritage specialists and visionary arts practitioners are dedicated to unravelling the complexities preventing our clients projects from being completed. As a small team we are proud of our talent and actively celebrate our diversity.
Joanne O Meadhra
CEO & Founder
BA, MA, MIAI
Joanne, the visionary founder and CEO of Déantán, has dedicated her career to preserving and celebrating cultural heritage. With a strong academic foundation, she earned her degree in Archaeology and later an honors master’s degree in Museum Studies, both from University College Cork (UCC). Since 2000, Joanne has been at the forefront of the archaeology and cultural heritage sector, channeling her passion into commercial expertise that transforms the way we understand and manage our shared past.
Specializing in project management, Joanne has become a trusted leader in post-excavation practices and cultural collections management. Her meticulous approach to developing innovative processes and procedures ensures that artifacts and archives are handled with the utmost care, from discovery to display.
At Déantán, Joanne combines her field expertise, and entrepreneurial spirit to build bridges between the past and present, inspiring others to protect and appreciate the cultural treasures that shape our world.
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Professional Networks and Affiliations
Joanne’s commitment to excellence is reflected in her active memberships with prestigious organizations, including the Institute of Archaeologists of Ireland (IAI), the European Association of Archaeologists (EAA), the Irish Museums Association (IMA), The Irish Georgian Society (IGS) and the International Council on Archives (ICA). These connections keep her at the cutting edge of global best practices in archaeology and heritage management.
Róisín O Meadhra
Head of Graphics and Illustration
BA Fine Arts
Róisín is a professional archaeological illustrator and distinguished artist with a passion for merging creativity and precision with technology. An honours graduate from Waterford Institute of Technology with a Bachelor's Degree in Fine Art, Róisín has showcased work in numerous exhibitions with her art now hanging in private collections across America, Australia, England, and Ireland.
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An active member of Visual Artists Ireland (VAI), the Institute of Archaeologists of Ireland (IAI), and an affiliate of CIFAs Graphics Archaeology Group (GAG), Róisín brings a unique blend of artistic vision and technical expertise to every project. With a keen eye for detail and a deep appreciation for heritage, Róisín leads our Graphics and Illustration team with creativity, dedication, and a commitment to excellence.
Our Expertise, Your Legacy
Project Management
Cultural Collections Management
Archaeological Post-Ex Management
Public Outreach & Engagement
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