About Us
Grove Institute - Empowering Future-Ready Talent
At Grove Institute, we empower learners and leaders to thrive in a rapidly evolving world by delivering cutting-edge programmes in sustainability, digital transformation, and leadership. As an independent third-level institute, we are committed to equipping individuals and organisations with the green and digital skills essential for a resilient, future-ready workforce.
As part of the 20FIFTY Partners group, our dedication to excellence is underpinned by robust quality assurance and compliance frameworks. We align with the highest standards set by respected national and international awarding bodies, ensuring our programmes are accredited, industry-relevant, and globally recognised.
Our Director
Dr Yvonne Delaney
ydelaney@groveinstitute.ie
Director, Grove Institute
President of IPICS, the Supply Chain Management Institute
Yvonne Delaney is an academic and industry leader whose career spans senior roles across Finance, Management and the Supply Chain in high-profile organisations. With deep expertise in supply chain strategy, professional education, and organisational development, Yvonne has consistently championed innovation and inclusion in learning.
Prior to her appointment in October 2025 as Director of Grove Institute—part of the 20FIFTY Partners group—Yvonne served as Associate Professor at the University of Limerick, where she was Director of the Management Development Unit of the UL Kemmy Business School; she also led the University’s Supply Chain Pathway as Course Director. Her work shaped the development and delivery of programmes across executive, middle, and front-line management levels, with a strong emphasis on sustainability, resilience, and responsible supply chain practices.
Yvonne’s teaching approach is grounded in Problem-based Learning, fostering critical thinking and applied problem-solving among supply chain professionals. Her research focuses on the development of managers and the transformation of supply chain education to meet evolving global challenges.
A committed advocate for lifelong learning, Yvonne was a key contributor to the University of Limerick’s Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) policy, helping to create inclusive pathways for experienced professionals to access higher education through non-traditional routes.
She currently serves on the Academic Advisory Board of the Association for Supply Chain Management (ASCM), where she contributes to shaping the global research agenda and advancing thought leadership in supply chain education and practice.
As Director of Grove Institute, Yvonne leads the strategic direction of this emerging Third Level college, working with industry partners to design and deliver bespoke programmes that respond to emerging trends and workforce needs in Ireland and internationally.
She also serves as President of IPICS, the Supply Chain Management Institute, where she drives national initiatives to advance professional standards and promote sustainable, future-ready supply chain leadership.
Our Awarding Bodies and Partners
Delivered by 20FIFTY Partners, an approved centre with ILM.
Institute of Leadership & Management (ILM) / City & Guilds Group
Since April 2025, 20FIFTY Partners has been an approved centre with the Institute of Leadership & Management (ILM), one of the UK’s leading providers of leadership, coaching, and management qualifications and training. ILM operates as part of the City & Guilds Group.
The City & Guilds Group has a 140-year history of delivering high-quality qualifications and global credentials. ILM is the largest provider of leadership and management qualifications in Europe.
Through 20FIFTY Partners’ centre approval, we offer Award, Certificate and Diploma programmes at Level 6 Leadership & Management and Level 7 Strategic Leadership & Management.
Delivered by 20FIFTY Partners, an approved centre with ISEP.
ISEP - Institute of Sustainability and Environmental Professionals (formerly IEMA)
20FIFTY Partners is an authorised training provider with the Institute of Sustainability & Environmental Professionals (ISEP). Through this approval, we offer a suite of sustainability programmes, including Environmental Sustainability Skills for Managers and the Workforce, and Introduction to Net Zero.
ISEP formally approved our Certificate in International Water Stewardship in December 2024.
ISEP is a global membership body that sets professional standards for sustainability practitioners, providing recognised certifications that support environmental, societal, and economic positive change.
SOLAS
20FIFTY Partners and Grove Institute are the authorised delivery partner for eCollege (funded by SOLAS) sustainability training courses.
Through our partnership with eCollege, we offer free, online and tutor led sustainabilty courses suitable for all learners across all sectors.