Aoife holds an undergraduate degree in music from University College Dublin and completed her post-graduate studies in arts management at the University of London. She began her career in the arts sector in 2007 as Music Administrator at Westminster Cathedral, where she managed their world-renowned choir, overseeing numerous broadcasts, concerts and tours. She then served as CEO of the multi-award-winning vocal ensemble Tenebrae under the direction of Nigel Short, managing all aspects of the company, including their busy international touring and recording schedule.

In 2015, Aoife founded Ériu Artist Management, offering consultancy, fundraising support and project management for a variety of cultural clients such as the vocal ensemble Gallicantus, the Choral Scholars of University College Dublin and ORA. She also led fundraising efforts for the UK-based charity and record label, Opera Rara. In 2021, Aoife joined Irish National Opera as their development lead, where she oversees private, corporate, and foundational funding, and manages the growth and implementation of their revolutionary Isolde software platform.

Aoife is particularly interested in sustainable funding models and the psychology of fundraising. She is committed to exploring innovative approaches that ensure long-term financial health for arts organisations.