Judging Panel
An independent panel of recognised and expert judges, drawn from academia, business and broader related sectors will determine the winners of the Life Science Industry Awards.
We understand the importance of a fair and objective judging process. That's why we assemble a prestigious panel of industry leaders, renowned for their extensive knowledge, enthusiasm, and expertise in the life sciences industry.
Our selection process is meticulous. Judges are bound by strict confidentiality agreements and declare any potential conflicts of interest. Entries with conflicts are reassigned, ensuring complete impartiality.
This unwavering commitment to integrity is the foundation of our awards programme. Become a part of recognising industry excellence. If you're interested in joining the judging panel, email your details to judges@businessriver.com
Eamon Judge (Judging Coordinator)
Retired Executive Director - Global Engineering, Biopharma Consultant; INED (Prof Diploma in Corp Gov), Eli Lilly and Company
Eamon Judge is former Executive Director for Global Engineering at Eli Lilly, Indianapolis with responsibility for strategic manufacturing, sustainability and FM projects. Eamon has over 40 years of strategic management experience in the multinational pharmaceutical sector. VIEW MORE
Ruth Callanan
Quality Systems Director, Medtronic
Quality Systems Director with over 25 years experience in the Pharmaceutical and Medical Device industries. Extensive experience through the management and leadership of various laboratories and Final Release within the Quality Function. VIEW MORE
John Crumlish
Laboratory Manager, Beaumont Hospital
John is a CORU Registered Medical Scientist with over 30 years experience in Healthcare. John has a BSc and MSC from the University of Ulster. John leads a team of highly dedicated and innovative Scientists in Beaumont Hospital. VIEW MORE
Siobhan Dean
Deputy Director, BioPharmaChem Ireland
Siobhan Dean recently appointed Deputy Director of BioPharmaChem Ireland, at Ibec. Siobhan has over 25 year experience working in the Biopharma sector. VIEW MORE
Cepta Duffy
Manager - High Profile Start Ups, Enterprise Ireland
Cepta Duffy currently works in Enterprise Ireland’s High Potential Stat Up unit. VIEW MORE
Adrienne Fleming
Senior Lecturer, TU Dublin
Dr. Adrienne Fleming is a Senior Lecturer in Science in the School of Chemical and BioPharmaceutical Sciences at the Technological University Dublin. VIEW MORE
Catherine Giblin
Director, Self Employed
Executive & Leadership Coach, Enterprise Ireland Mentor, and (NFP) Non-Executive Director. Catherine’s cross functional executive career at Eli Lilly, leading pharmaceutical manufacturer was focused on driving site growth & transformation. VIEW MORE
Darren Grant
Managing director, Enhanced Information Solutions
With over 25 Years industrial experience (Cell Therapy, Pharma and Medical Device), Darren is the managing director of Enhanced Information Solutions Ltd. He is the chair of the ISPE Pharma4Ireland working group. Darren has deployed MES, OSI and digital projects on different global customer sites. VIEW MORE
Steve Kerrigan
Professor of Precision Therapeutics, RCSI University of Medicine and Health Sciences
Prof. Steve Kerrigan, Chief Scientific Officer and Co-Founder of Inthelia Therapeutics, and Professor of Precision Therapeutics (RCSI) is a leading expert with over 25 years experience in host pathogen interactions. VIEW MORE
Neil Kerrigan
Head of Collaborative Research, Enterprise Ireland
Neil Kerrigan, Head of Collaborative Research, Research & Innovation Division ,Enterprise Ireland VIEW MORE
Anita Maguire
Professor of Pharmaceutical Chemistry, University College Cork
Anita Maguire is Professor of Pharmaceutical Chemistry at UCC, Head of School of Chemistry and Director, UCC’s Future Pharmaceuticals. A SSPC Co-PI, Anita leads a research team in synthetic organic chemistry, which interacts extensively with the pharmaceutical sector in Ireland and internationally. VIEW MORE
Matt Moran
Independent Consultant,
Matt Moran is an independent consultant specializing in Life Sciences and Pharmaceuticals. He advices in all aspects of industry strategy. VIEW MORE
donal o callaghan
Engineers Ireland, Consultant; Ret'd MD Eng Consulting, Callaghan Partnership
Donal is a professional Chemical Engineer ,Project Manager and Company Director. He has extensive experience in the engineering design and construction sector having worked in the US ,China, Middle East and Europe. He has specialist expertise and knowledge of the Life Sciences sector. VIEW MORE
Deaglan O Donaill
Strategy and Transformation Manager, ESB
Déaglán Ó Dónaill is a seasoned professional in higher education and eLearning, specializing in distance education, language learning, and curriculum development. With over two decades of experience, he is an expert in enhancing learning environments and promoting academic excellence. VIEW MORE
John O'Brien
Head of Laboratory Operations, Royal College of Surgeons in Ireland
John O'Brien is a seasoned executive with extensive experience in laboratory operations. Currently responsible for the overall development and configuration of laboratory services within the School of Pharmacy and Biomolecular Sciences, RCSI. VIEW MORE
Olivia O'Leary
Senior Lecturer Principal Investigator, Department of Anatomy and Neuroscience-University College Cork
Dr. Olivia O'Leary is a Senior Lecturer and Principal Investigator in the Department of Anatomy and Neuroscience, University College Cork, where she leads a research programme investigating the neurobiology and treatment of stress-related psychiatric disorders such as depression. VIEW MORE
Denis Ring
Lecturer, Department of Process & Chemical Engineering - University College Cork
Dr Denis Ring is a lecturer in the Department of Process & Chemical Engineering at University College Cork. He lectures in the areas of pharmaceutical engineering, process design, plant design. He has experience as a programme director for MEngSc in Pharmaceutical & Biopharmaceutical Engineering. VIEW MORE
Brian Thornes
Founder and CEO, X-Bolt Orthopedics
Brian is the Founder and CEO of X-Bolt Orthopedics. A graduate of TCD (1994), Brian was a former orthopedic surgeon and is the inventor of the ankle syndesmosis TightRope and hip fracture X-Bolt. VIEW MORE
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