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Our Purpose
OUR WHY
To enable our clients to produce quality, life enhancing products for the betterment of humanity.
OUR WHAT
We integrate systems simple and complex to generate, gather and analyze data for a better manufacturing experience.
OUR HOW
We invest in our team and provide access to best-in-class training, and education to enable better implementation of innovative solutions.
We are particularly proud to be involved in the production of life improving pharmaceutical products and medical devices. We support clients in the fight against health challenges and life changing diseases. We, at Horizon Controls Group, play our part in dramatically improving and saving lives by ensuring that production is as efficient and timely as possible.
Our work has been prevalent in the Life Sciences Industry at a time when digital automation technologies are improving productivity across many industries. The growing use of automation and adoption of digital technologies mean that Horizon Controls Group provides opportunities in a transformational field.
Leadership Team
Get to know the driving force behind our organization. Our leadership team is composed of passionate and experienced individuals dedicated to shaping the future of our company.
Mike Hourigan
FOUNDER | CEO
As the founder, CEO and driving force behind Horizon Controls Group, Mike brings a wealth of expertise to the digital process automation realm. His multifaceted skills encompass front-end studies, capital cost estimation, project management, digital transformation consulting, and automation training. Mike is a visionary. His entrepreneurial spirit and commitment to making a meaningful impact on clients and team members inspired the creation of Horizon Controls Group. In 2017, he furthered his dedication to the field by founding the International Academy of Automation Engineering®, and he actively serves on the board of a technology organization and non-profit initiatives. When he’s not immersed in his professional endeavors, Mike indulges in his passion for travel and enjoys being a spectator of sports, with a particular enthusiasm for soccer and rugby.
Gemma Doyle
CHIEF REVENUE OFFICER
Gemma is a passionate professional leader with 20+ years’ experience in delivering solutions in high-paced organizations. Gemma’s tenure with the Horizon Controls Group of companies spans over 10 years. Now as the Chief Revenue Officer, Gemma is responsible for pricing, revenue operations, marketing, sales, and customer success. Before that Gemma was the Chief Operations Officer. Gemma is very focused on HCG’s strategic planning, oversight, and coordination to improve effectiveness, productivity, performance and functionality to drive extensive and sustainable growth. An innovative thinker with a proven ability to analyze and execute business objectives pertaining to clients, projects, talent acquisition, talent succession, learning and development, etc. Gemma loves the outdoors and is a keen explorer, she is also generous with reading material recommendations.
Paul Robinson
DIRECTOR, LEARNING & DEVELOPMENT
With three decades of invaluable experience in the Digital Learning sector, Paul is the leader for Horizon Training Services. As a seasoned expert, he is dedicated to crafting top-tier training content for both global clients and internal stakeholders. Paul adeptly manages an ever-growing portfolio of products and programs, nurtures enduring customer relationships, and provides tailored and refreshed training solutions to key clients. Throughout his career, Paul has collaborated with numerous global digital learning leaders in content, platform, and learning consultancy, enriching his knowledge base. Beyond his professional pursuits, Paul finds solace and joy in a variety of outdoor activities, including golfing, fishing, and sailing.
Alex Maliavin
DIRECTOR, SALES
With a seasoned career spanning the realms of sales, technology, and digitization, Alex leads our sales team. His expertise encompasses Sales and Services Operations, Digital Transformation & Optimization. Alex’s visionary leadership gave birth to a Center of Excellence (COE), a hub for process refinement, future-state evaluations, and tailor-made solutions. His unique leadership approach balances a revenue-driven focus that delivers results with an empathetic and compassionate side celebrating the team’s achievements. Overseeing international, remote, and onsite teams Alex has a culture of mentorship and talent development, considering it as a fundamental to success. A proud Air Force veteran with a Master of Science degree in Information Systems, Alex leads a well-rounded life, finding fulfillment in skiing, globetrotting adventures, beach escapades, and mountain retreats.
Mike Hourigan
FOUNDER | CEO
As the founder, CEO and driving force behind Horizon Controls Group, Mike brings a wealth of expertise to the digital process automation realm. His multifaceted skills encompass front-end studies, capital cost estimation, project management, digital transformation consulting, and automation training. Mike is a visionary. His entrepreneurial spirit and commitment to making a meaningful impact on clients and team members inspired the creation of Horizon Controls Group. In 2017, he furthered his dedication to the field by founding the International Academy of Automation Engineering®, and he actively serves on the board of a technology organization and non-profit initiatives. When he’s not immersed in his professional endeavors, Mike indulges in his passion for travel and enjoys being a spectator of sports, with a particular enthusiasm for soccer and rugby.
Gemma Doyle
CHIEF REVENUE OFFICER
Gemma is a passionate professional leader with 20+ years’ experience in delivering solutions in high-paced organizations. Gemma’s tenure with the Horizon Controls Group of companies spans over 10 years. Now as the Chief Revenue Officer, Gemma is responsible for pricing, revenue operations, marketing, sales, and customer success. Before that Gemma was the Chief Operations Officer. Gemma is very focused on HCG’s strategic planning, oversight, and coordination to improve effectiveness, productivity, performance and functionality to drive extensive and sustainable growth. An innovative thinker with a proven ability to analyze and execute business objectives pertaining to clients, projects, talent acquisition, talent succession, learning and development, etc. Gemma loves the outdoors and is a keen explorer, she is also generous with reading material recommendations.
Helen Nason
Chief Financial Officer
With over two decades of dynamic leadership in the financial realm, Helen takes the helm as Horizon Controls Group’s Chief Financial Officer. Helen’s expertise spans capital raising, international expansion, strategic definition, accounting systems development, fiscal management, financial reporting, and internal control mechanisms. She is a results-driven professional renowned for her impactful contributions in corporate accounting and operations management. Across multiple international entities in the technology and services sectors, Helen has left her mark, consistently delivering financial and operational strategies that enhance Profit & Loss accounts. Helen is enthusiastic to be part of the team shaping Horizon Controls Group’s exciting growth plans for the future. Outside the boardroom, Helen finds joy in spending quality time with loved ones and indulging her passion for travel whenever opportunities arise.
John Noone
VP, Product & Technology
John is always looking for ways to improve operations through innovation. As the leader of Horizon Innovative Technologies, he is constantly scanning the industry for emerging technologies that can provide clients with dramatic improvements in operations, automation, and compliance that drive customer value. His background includes over 25 years providing Strategy and Innovation services to manufacturing businesses across multiple industries including Life Sciences, High Technology, Automotive, and Manufacturing while with PricewaterhouseCoopers, Accenture, and IBM. His focus is in helping clients identify how to leverage emerging technologies like Digital Twins, Industrial Internet of Things (IIoT), Data Analytics, and Augmented Reality into operations and automation solutions. When not innovating, John spends his time enjoying nature – hiking, skiing, and walking the dog – and with his family.
Paul Robinson
Director, Learning and Development
With three decades of invaluable experience in the Digital Learning sector, Paul is the leader for Horizon Training Services. As a seasoned expert, he is dedicated to crafting top-tier training content for both global clients and internal stakeholders. Paul adeptly manages an ever-growing portfolio of products and programs, nurtures enduring customer relationships, and provides tailored and refreshed training solutions to key clients. Throughout his career, Paul has collaborated with numerous global digital learning leaders in content, platform, and learning consultancy, enriching his knowledge base. Beyond his professional pursuits, Paul finds solace and joy in a variety of outdoor activities, including golfing, fishing, and sailing.
Alex Maliavin
Director, Sales
With a seasoned career spanning the realms of sales, technology, and digitization, Alex leads our sales team. His expertise encompasses Sales and Services Operations, Digital Transformation & Optimization. Alex’s visionary leadership gave birth to a Center of Excellence (COE), a hub for process refinement, future-state evaluations, and tailor-made solutions. His unique leadership approach balances a revenue-driven focus that delivers results with an empathetic and compassionate side celebrating the team’s achievements. Overseeing international, remote, and onsite teams Alex has a culture of mentorship and talent development, considering it as a fundamental to success. A proud Air Force veteran with a Master of Science degree in Information Systems, Alex leads a well-rounded life, finding fulfillment in skiing, globetrotting adventures, beach escapades, and mountain retreats.
Diversity Statement
Horizon Controls Group is a company rooted in human-centric values. We are dedicated to fostering diversity, equality, inclusion, and a deep sense of belonging within our organization. We firmly believe that by creating an environment where our diverse team members can freely exchange ideas and thrive, we are better equipped to serve both our organization and our diverse global clientele. We empower our staff to feel valued, connected, and capable of making meaningful contributions to the communities they are part of, both personally and professionally. Above all, we want each employee to be proud to be a member of Horizon Controls Group.
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Under the visionary leadership of Mike Hourigan, Horizon Controls Limited was founded in 2005 in Cork, Ireland, fueled by his fervor for advancing automation engineering. Mike’s commitment to showcasing the pinnacle of automation engineering, coupled with his entrepreneurial drive, propelled the company’s global expansion into the United States in 2011, evolving into Horizon Controls Group.
Headquartered in Blue Bell, PA, Horizon Controls Group strategically operates from offices in North Carolina, California, Massachusetts, and Indiana. Despite our expansive international reach, our roots in Cork, Ireland, remain the cornerstone of our European operations.
As we navigate our continued growth, we are focused on expanding our service offerings, while steadfastly serving our existing clientele, reflecting the remarkable journey we’ve undertaken and the promising path ahead.
Emphasizing the foundational role of training and education, Mike established Horizon Training Services in 2016. This initiative empowers automation engineers to thrive in their careers through versatile learning tools for various automation platforms, available for virtual or on-site education, fostering value for both clients and employees.
At the forefront of emerging technologies and as trailblazers in the dynamic landscape of Industry 4.0, we broadened our business scope in 2019 with the creation of Horizon Innovative Technologies. Recognizing that innovation is not a choice but a commitment, our research and development team diligently works to address gaps created by rapidly advancing technology.
Central to Horizon Controls Group is an unwavering pursuit of excellence, propelling us to continually redefine the limits of what is achievable. As a dynamic digital process automation company, we take pride in delivering a comprehensive suite of services, encompassing robust engineering design, seamless system integration, innovative digital solutions, and tailored training programs aimed at empowering your business.
Step into the future with Horizon Controls Group, where our global presence converges with local expertise, shaping the future collaboratively.