Forbes Technology Council is an invitation-only community for world-class CIOs, CTOs, and technology executives.
Dublin, April 2025—Tomás O’Leary, CEO/Founder, & Rowan O’Donoghue, CSO/Co-Founder of Origina, have been accepted into Forbes Technology Council, an invitation-only community for world-class CIOs, CTOs, and technology executives.
They were selected by a review committee based on the depth and diversity of their experience. Criteria for acceptance include a track record of successfully impacting business growth metrics, as well as personal and professional achievements and honors.
“I’m delighted to have been invited to be a member of the Forbes Technology Council. It’s a true honor to be among such esteemed company and a real vindication of the work we’re doing at Origina to help change the world of software for the better,” says O’Leary. “My hope is to use this as a platform to better spread the message that, with our help, businesses can choose freedom with their tech and reap the benefits of that choice.”
As members of the Council, O’Leary and O’Donoghue will have access to a variety of exclusive opportunities designed to help them reach peak professional influence. They will connect and collaborate with other respected leaders in a private forum. They will both also have the opportunity to share their expert insights in original articles and contribute to published Expert Panels alongside other experts on Forbes.com.
“I’m thrilled to join the Forbes Technology Council and contribute to a global community of forward-thinking tech leaders,” says O’Donoghue “At Origina, we’re challenging the status quo in enterprise software by giving customers more freedom, security, and value through independent software maintenance and support. This platform offers a powerful opportunity to elevate those conversations, share the insights we’ve gained from working with some of the world’s largest organizations, and shape a more open, customer-first future for IT. My participation in the council further reinforces Origina’s leadership, along with my own, in transforming how enterprises manage and maximize their software estates.”
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About Origina
At Origina, we put enterprises in control of their IT ecosystems. We proactively eliminate vendor-driven upgrades, extend the life of critical assets, and optimize IT costs to reduce OpEx and preserve CapEx, freeing up resources for innovation and growth. Our team of 600+ global experts anticipates challenges, manages technical debt, enhances security, and ensures compliance while driving operational efficiency. Passionate about championing end-user rights and unlocking value, we help organizations make strategic, future-ready decisions on their terms. Visit origina.com to learn more.
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