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Carol Montgomery grew up eating fruit and vegetables that her parents grew in their garden, although she admittedly took their efforts for granted. In recent years, along with her husband and young children, she has really come to appreciate the joy & pride that comes from growing your own food from scratch. She finds gardening to be a calming and rewarding antidote to what can be a hectic world.
Carol has over 20 years’ experience in local, regional and global marketing teams on consumer brands in food and drink sectors. Her current role is Head of Society & Brand Experiences for Guinness and she has a personal passion for business that makes a positive impact on society.
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GIY is a social enterprise consisting of two companies: GIY Ireland CLG (Company No 477525) and GIY Ireland Activities Ltd (Company No 490550), both registered at GROW HQ, Farronshoneen, Dunmore Road, Waterford, Ireland and have the following directors: Eamonn Clarke, Carol Montgomery, Aoibheann O'Brien, Tom Popple (UK), Elias Darwish, Marie Oldham, Nevan Redmond, Laura Smith© GIY Ireland Ltd 2025