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Colette is a Risk Consulting Partner delivering transformation across the Lines of Defence for her clients, incorporating Enterprise Risk, Internal Controls Transformation, Integrated Assurance, Third Party Risk Management, and Internal Audit. Colette is also the Chief Risk Officer for EY Ireland, reporting to the Managing Partner and EY Ireland Board.
In her role as Consumer sector leader, Colette works extensively with local and international businesses in the Agri, Consumer Products and Retail sub-sectors. She is helping her clients to navigate the transformative opportunities and disruption arising as a result of rapidly changing consumer behaviour, advances in health & wellbeing, geopolitical uncertainty, regulatory change, and the proliferation of emerging technologies, including AI.
Colette is a Chartered Accountant and a Bachelor of Business & Law at UCD.
How is Colette building a better working world
“In these complex and uncertain times, I help my clients to build greater trust with their stakeholders, by leveraging data and technology to better anticipate and manage risks proactively and to design, build and operate effective and efficient internal controls.”
Colette's latest thinking
How can retailers best serve Irish consumers this festive season
Discover how retailers can effectively serve Irish consumers this festive season by understanding their shopping preferences, from free shipping strategies to sustainability trends.
12 Dec 2024
Colette Devey
How can Irish businesses meet consumer sustainability demands
Irish consumers prioritise sustainability, but face obstacles like cost. EY report reveals a turning point for eco-friendly business practices.
17 Jun 2024
Colette Devey
How price, quality and health concerns are dominating consumer behaviours
Irish consumers prioritise affordability and health, yet remain optimistic about the future, signalling a shift in spending and brand loyalty.
14 Jun 2024
Colette Devey
How AI, cybersecurity and human interaction are shaping online shopping
Explore AI's impact on e-commerce, consumer trust, and the balance with human interaction in Ireland's evolving online shopping landscape.
14 Jun 2024
Colette Devey
How will Ireland's Deposit Return Scheme impact businesses and consumers
Discover the effects of Ireland's Deposit Return Scheme on businesses and consumers, highlighting the pros and cons of this green initiative.
19 Jan 2024
Colette Devey
Can AI revolutionise your Black Friday sales and boost consumer spending
How can AI best serve Black Friday consumers amid a growing demand for online shopping, according to EY's Consumer Index?
22 Nov 2023
Colette Devey
Why consumer priorities are changing in the face of ongoing affordability challenges
Colette Devey, EY Ireland Consulting Partner discuses EY’s Future Consumer Index and what this means for Irish businesses.
13 Jun 2023
Colette Devey
How can business best serve the ‘Affordability First’ consumer
Traditional bricks and mortar retailers, already under intense pressure from online rivals, must now contend with the ongoing impact of COVID-19 along with rising inflation and changing consumer behaviours.
16 Dec 2022
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