Our story
The SwiftComply story begins in Dublin in 2016, though our roots stretch back to 2008. At this time, our CEO Michael O’Dwyer was working as an engineer at Dublin City Council, where he developed Europe’s first fat, oil and grease regulatory programme to solve Dublin’s growing problems with excessive build-up of FOG.
Mick witnessed first-hand how the outdated regulatory processes and fragmented relationships between restaurant owners and regulators hindered virtually all clean-up efforts.
After achieving a staggering 90% reduction in FOG blockages in Dublin, Mick set about creating a tool that would revolutionise how cities around the globe collaborate with the food service industry to solve this problem.
The SwiftComply story begins in Dublin in 2016, though our roots stretch back to 2008. At this time, our CEO Michael O’Dwyer was working as an engineer at Dublin City Council, where he developed Europe’s first fat, oil and grease regulatory programme to solve Dublin’s growing problems with excessive build-up of FOG.
Mick witnessed first-hand how the outdated regulatory processes and fragmented relationships between restaurant owners and regulators hindered virtually all clean-up efforts.
After achieving a staggering 90% reduction in FOG blockages in Dublin, Mick set about creating a tool that would revolutionise how cities around the globe collaborate with the food service industry to solve this problem.
It’s been a whirlwind so far! Check out some of our highlights below:


London TechStars
USA here we come!
Global FOG movement
Horizon 2020
Vetstrijder (Fatfighter)
Expanding into backflow
Our values

Our offices


Our people

Michael was tasked with launching Europe’s first Fat, Oil and Grease management program in Dublin over a decade ago. Dissatisfied with existing management solutions, Michael developed an entirely new platform to eliminate fatbergs. Originally from Ireland, Michael now lives in Pleasanton, California with his wife Rosalie and their daughter Sophie-Rose.

Always up for a new challenge, Laura came from the water industry to lead our business in the UK. After working with various small and medium sized businesses, she quickly developed a passion in creating strategies to help small businesses grow. Outside of work, Laura enjoys exploring new places and trying and testing the latest food trends.

Lily is a Belgian with a heart for innovation, sustainable entrepreneurship and boasts a background in catering. In Belgium, she worked at a major waste company with notable clients including The European Commission. On a mission to prevent modern environmental issues, Lily is working to connect governments with environmental entrepreneurs.

A Brazilian bookworm living in Dublin for half a decade, Leonardo worked as a tech journalist for years before branching out into marketing. He has a keen interest in how innovative technologies can improve people's lives and impact societies positively. At SwiftComply, aside from his natural leaning towards content, Leo enjoys getting involved with design, strategy and even web development.

Sarah is a graduate of the University of York, having studied Human Geography with Environmental Studies. She is passionate about working towards achieving environmental sustainability within human practices and appreciates learning about new innovative conservational techniques. Sarah lives in Durham and enjoys running and spending time with her West Highland Terrier, Heidi.

With a background in science and education, Emma has a masters degree in Biological Sciences from the University of Sheffield. Having recently returned from teaching in South Korea, she enjoys engaging with people from a diverse range of backgrounds and is passionate about implementing positive social and environmental change. In her free time, Emma enjoys baking, travelling and tending to her many houseplants.