Breanndán Casey is the Education and outreach Manager for the newly-established ‘Connected Health & Well-Being’ Cluster which is based at DKIT, and aims to support the creation and expansion of Digital Health companies and services across the North-East region.

Breanndán has twenty years’ experience in economic development, small business support, development of business Clusters, and until recently, was the Innovation & Enterprise Manager of The Mill Enterprise Hub in Drogheda which supports startups and entrepreneurship in the greater Drogheda region

Paul qualified as a Chartered Accountant in 2014 working in a Big 4 Firm where he gained extensive experience across a myriad of different industries, including technology, manufacturing, distribution, pharmaceutical and retail.

Paul works with and advises businesses of all stages, including those in the growth and maturity stages and has an avid interest in start-up businesses. Paul is passionate about assisting and promoting local trade and enterprise.

Website Link: https://www.bkg.ie/

LinkedIn Link: https://www.linkedin.com/in/paul-berrill-3250b068/

Robert has been working in retail financial services since 1999, when he joined Irish Permanent Finance – subsequently called Permanent tsb Finance after a merger in 2001 and now known as First Citizen Finance following a Management Buy-Out in 2012 by the Senior Management Team of Permanent TSB Finance.

First Citizen Finance provides competitive finance solutions to consumers and non-consumers across the Motor, Agri, SME Equipment and Commercial Real Estate sectors in the Republic of Ireland. Robert works nationally across both the Sales and Marketing divisions of the company, based in Drogheda.

Robert joined Drogheda Chamber in 2009 as a member and has been a Council member since 2017. He served as Chamber President from June 2020 until December 2022.

https://www.firstcitizen.ie/

Michael has been in the Communication Industry since 1985. He is a well known award winning broadcaster (Radio Romance) and producer.

Michael is also a freelance journalist who has worked with National and Local newspapers and more recently with RTE.

He has worked on Communication and Marketing strategies for many businesses including two former

Dragons Den investors, Gavin Duffy and Eamonn Quinn.

For more information click on his Linkedin profile: https://www.linkedin.com/in/michael-gerrard-media-6551371a/

Collette Farrell has worked in the artsand cultural sector for many years across several roles. She was General
Manager and Programming Manager of the City Arts Centre, Dublin; Producer with Calipo Theatre and Picture Company, Drogheda, where she produced award
winning shows and short films.

She took up her current role as Director of Droichead Arts Centre in 2017, after spending a year as acting General Manager of Dublin Theatre Festival. Since taking up this role, she has set up several artist and audience initiatives at Droichead; and festivals including the BoyneValley International Film Festival and has co-produced the DRAWDA Mythological Trail with LOVE Drogheda BIDs. She completed a year-long post grad Higher Diploma in Business with Dublin Business school, and is currently in year 2 of an MBA with Trinity College.

Robert joined the family business

(www.jackdoranmotors.ie) in 2018. Jack Doran Motors is the main Kia and Citroen dealer in Drogheda and was established in 1998. Previously, Robert worked in the FMCG industry for over 20 years in a wide range of commercial roles dealing with some of the most recognisable brands and companies. Robert became a Council member this year.

Dedicated community leader and healthcare professional with a passion for fostering inclusivity and unity.
Originally from India, Jasmine now calls Drogheda home, where she is an active member of Hands4Unity, a charitable organization committed to breaking down barriers within migrant communities. Alongside her work with Hands4Unity, she sits on the Local Community Development Committee (LCDC) for Louth County
Council, contributing to local growth and well-being initiatives.

Jasmine also works as a mental health nurse at North Dublin Mental Health Services, where she combines her professional expertise with her compassionate approach to care. Creative by nature, Jasmine enjoys acrylic painting and is known for her approachable and friendly personality, making a lasting and positive impact on
everyone she meets.

Ronan is the Director of Business, Innovation and Enterprise at the Mill Enterprise Centre in Drogheda. He is a multi-award winner for Entrepreneurship at both a National and World level. Ronan's specialities are in the areas of business strategy, revenue management and profit optimisation.

Prior to joining the Mill, Ronan worked as the Director of Revenue, Pricing and Deal Management for the Mater Private Hospital Network. Ronan has over 15 years' experience in Director and senior Commercial roles across tourism, aviation, telecoms and healthcare and has worked in across the Caribbean and in North Africa.

Elizabeth Dayspring is the CEO and founder of theAfro-Caribbean catering and food-production company, Taste of Culture, based in Ireland.
She is passionate about elevating African and Afro-Caribbeancuisine within Ireland’s hospitality and food industry while showcasing Ireland as a home for world-class, diverse food production. Through her work, Elizabeth blends rich cultural heritage with Ireland’s high standards of quality, innovation, and excellence.

Her mission goes beyond business. Elizabeth is a strong advocate for diversity, inclusion, and representation, using food as a powerful tool to build cultural bridges and create new opportunities. She is committed to changing the narrative around African cuisine by bringing authentic, premium Afro-Caribbean flavours to prestigious events, venues, and global markets.

Declan Cassidy is afilmmaker and content creator, focussing on social inclusion, culture and local
development. He is Executive Director of EurAV CLG, an award-winning Drogheda non-profit, engaging in local, national and EU projects, and using film and digital
media to build skills and community voice. He works with diverse groups and individuals, largely in community and social enterprise, and with over 23,000 TikTok followers brings practical insight into how younger audiences engage with organisations, places and local businesses

Lyndsey is the founder and driving force behind Pet Bliss,Ireland’s first online and only themed pet shop. With a degree in computer science and a successful career previously as a programmer for leading financial companies, she brings a unique blend of technical expertise and business acumen to the world of pet retail.

Since launching Pet Bliss, Lyndsey has combined her passion foranimal welfare with her innovative mindset, creating immersive shopping experiences for pet lovers across Wicklow, Drogheda, and Dundalk.

Her hands-on, heartfelt approach is at the core of Pet Bliss.Lyndsey leads a friendly, knowledgeable team - genuine animal lovers who pride themselves on offering expert advice and truly personal service. Her technical
background has helped shape the business’s online presence, ensuring Pet Bliss remains at the forefront of innovation in the industry.

A champion for local initiatives, Lyndsey ensures Pet Blisssupports animal rescue, youth sports, and community events. Her commitment to education and wellbeing is reflected in the shop’s popular advice centre, where customers can find trusted guidance for all pet types.

Lyndsey’s leadership and analytical skills has helped Pet Blissbecome a standout Irish business - female-led, family-run, and always focused on making a positive difference for pets and their people.