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Global Power 150 Women in Staffing

The Global Power 150 Women in Staffing honors a notable selection of female executives whose vision, achievements and leadership are elevating and transforming a global industry. 

2019 Global Power 150,
2019 International 50

Shona McManus

CEO and Owner, Osborne

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Shona McManus is CEO and owner of Dublin, Ireland-based Osborne, which is a certified Great Place to Work. Over her 19 years in the recruitment industry, she has successfully led and transformed recruitment businesses in both multinational and indigenous Irish recruitment firms. Since taking the helm of Osborne in 2013, her passion for recruitment, and commitment to delivering for candidate, client, and employee sees the company expanding its offering and extending its reach around the world. In January 2019, Osborne opened its sixth operation with a new office in Cork. McManus is also president of the Drogheda Chamber of Commerce.