Building an inclusive nature in the work environment should be made a key priority.

Annette Hughes

EY Ireland Economic Advisory Services Director

A skilled advisor, strategist and consultant in construction-related areas.

Annette is the Director of Economic Advisory Services.

In her prior position as Director at DKM Economic Consultants, Annette worked on energy, construction and transport projects. Her involvement in most of DKM's studies of national and regional housing markets for clients, including financial institutions and house-building companies, brought about a significant change in the industry.

She started her career as an economist at a global energy business firm and moved to London in 1985, where she worked as a strategic planner at an infrastructure company. 

Annette has received a Bachelor of Arts in Economics and Mathematics, and a Master of Arts in Economics from the University College Cork.

How Annette is building a better working world

"I am the Irish representative on the Euroconstruct network featuring 19 European countries. The aim of the endeavour is to provide decision-makers in the construction sector and related markets, as well as in ministries, agencies and national and international associations, with information, analyses and forecasts to allow them to plan business more effectively. By being a part of such an organisation, I bring my knowledge and experience into the forefront, enabling better decisions in the construction market."

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