Meet The Team

Organiser of Chaos

Raquel Noboa

Founder and CEO of Fifty Shades Greener, Raquel Noboa is an award-winning sustainability leader, educator, and speaker dedicated to making sustainability simple, practical, and accessible.

Originally from Spain, she began her career in Ireland's hospitality sector, where her experience as Green Manager at Hotel Doolin inspired her to create a new approach to sustainability built around people and skills. 

Since founding Fifty Shades Greener in 2017, Raquel has helped thousands of individuals and organisations develop the knowledge and confidence to turn sustainability commitments into meaningful action.

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Patrick Flanagan

Together with City & Guilds, Patrick has consulted and managed multiple projects both for the UK and global markets.

He brings expertise in skills gap analysis, strategic planning, and programme development in line with national frameworks.

"I love working at FSG because every day feels purposeful.  It is inpiring to be past of a team that is ambitious, supportive and commited to doing sustainability the right way."

Shenanigans Coordinator

Kiri Spanowicz

Kiri grew up in a sustainable, nature-loving household, and at the time she doesn't think she realised that not everyone has a compost in their backyard or that paper towels were strictly not allowed. Unsurprisingly, this led Kiri to a master's degree where she specialised in sustainability and biodiversity. 

"I am thrilled to be a part of the FSG team, where small steps are considered big wins and education is the platform on which we can build a greener future."

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Isabel O'Brien

Isabel holds a Master’s degree in Economics from Maynooth University, where she developed an interest in the role sustainability plays in our economy and the urgent need to protect our planet. This passion drove Isabel to pursue additional training in sustainability.

She has always been a fan of the work of Fifty Shades Greener, where both people and the planet are top priorities!

Isabel is excited to be a part of the FSG team, and to help support learners in any way she can!

Indian Eco-Queen

Nazia  Husain

Having grown up in New Delhi amidst severe air pollution, Nazia’s early experiences sparked a deep commitment to environmental action and inspired her transition from a background in literature to sustainability.

She began her career at one of India’s largest energy think tanks, where she worked closely with the Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change and various bi and multilateral organisations on clean energy initiatives.

Head of Education

Amanda Greer

Equal parts ecologist, educator, and entrepreneur, Amanda holds a PhD in Ecology and a passion for making green skills accessible to everyone. From scaling corporate green training for major utilities to guiding national qualifications through QQI accreditation, she thrives on turning complex ecological concepts into clear, actionable learning.

“What makes FSG special is the shared commitment to doing sustainability the right way—making education practical, inclusive, and genuinely transformative for organizations and individuals alike.”

Global Green Wanderer

Sakshi Kararia

Sakshi is pursuing an MBA at Maynooth University and holds an MSc in Corporate Environmental Management from the University of Jyväskylä in Finland, with nearly three years of experience in sustainability consulting.

Growing up in India, studying in Finland and now calling Ireland home has given her a global perspective on sustainability and the importance of diverse approaches. These experiences reinforced one belief: meaningful change starts with people who are willing to learn, collaborate and take action. That's why Sakshi is so excited to join FSG and contribute to meaningful, lasting impact. 

Agent 4 Change Consulting

Cliona O’Halloran

Cliona O'Halloran is a sustainability consultant and project management professional who supports a range of our key clients through the delivery of practical, results-driven sustainability solutions. 

Cliona enjoys working with the team at Fifty Shades Greener, valuing the organisation’s strong culture of empowering clients through education and the development of robust ESG strategies. They are also really fun!

FSG India Representative

Ish Anand

Ish linked up with Raquel and Fifty Shades Greener because of his passion for the cause and the team. He is driven by a very clear objective to change the world, making it more aware about the environment & sustainability.

Ish has an extensive experience advising on ESG Issues as part of his broader strategic leadership work.

Content Writer

Chris Beehner

Chris is a college professor and practitioner who is passionate about the environment, and believes business has a significant role and responsibility in achieving sustainability. Business leaders need to understand that they can contribute to a better planet while maintaining, and even increasing their profitability. He is excited to be a part of the Fifty Shades Greener team and helping deliver high quality sustainability education programmes.

Oman - HMR Consultants

Meet Nashwa, the founder of HMR Consultants in Oman.

With over two decades of national and international project experience, their focus is client driven. HMR believe in sharing their knowledge and working in partnership with clients to develop innovative cost effective solutions that address their needs. Their dedicated team of professionals are committed to working as individuals or as part of a multidisciplinary team, that consistently delivers solutions of high technical integrity and commercial viability.

Kuwait - MERAS Consulting

Meet the team at MERAS Consulting.

The Meras team bring on board 20 plus years of extensive experience, locally and internationally, in education, concept development, feasibility studies, business and strategic planning, greenfield start-up projects, operational management, leadership development, finance, and training. Meras provides solutions for companies, businesses, Government bodies & non-profits organizations as well as private schools, colleges and universities, with a reputation for the highest quality of work catering to the needs of the private local market.