Judging Panel
An independent panel of recognised and expert judges, drawn from academia, business and broader related sectors will determine the winners of the Private Healthcare 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 private healthcare 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
2026 Judging Panel
Brid Seoighe (Judging Coordinator)
Medical Director, Johnson & Johnson
Brid Seoighe is the Medical Director for Johnson & Johnson commercial operations in Ireland. In this role, Brid leads multiple functions, across a diverse portfolio of medicines, to ensure J&J’s innovations are optimally provided to the thousands of Irish patients who benefit from its medicines. VIEW MORE
Caroline Byrne
Managing Director, Medica, Ireland
Caroline Byrne is Managing Director of Medica Ireland, bringing over 20 years of extensive healthcare leadership experience and driving innovation, quality, and growth across diagnostic and obstetric services. VIEW MORE
Karen Charnley
CEO, Age Action
Karen is CEO of Age Action, leading the organisation’s strategic direction and work to improve the lives of older people. She was previously CEO of All Ireland Institute of Hospice and Palliative Care and she brings extensive leadership experience across health, housing, economic and social policy VIEW MORE
Maria Godley
Commercial Director R&D/Data, Alliance Medical Group
Maria Godley is a senior healthcare leader with more than 30 years' experience spanning clinical practice, hospital management, quality improvement, and healthcare strategy. She currently serves as Commercial Director, Data/R&D with Alliance Medical Group, following seven years as Regional Director VIEW MORE
Claudia McGloin
Regenerative Medicine & Orthopaedic Nurse Practitioner, The Regenerative Expert Nurse
Claudia McGloin is a Regenerative Medicine specialist in Platelet Rich Plasma (PRP), with over 28 years of nursing experience. An international speaker, educator and editorial board member, she advances PRP safety and clinical standards in aesthetic medicine and orthopaedics. VIEW MORE
Caroline Moran
Managing Director, Hibernian Healthcare at Home Ltd
Managing Director at Hibernian Healthcare at Home, Caroline Moran brings almost two decades of experience in patient-centered care. They drive innovation through advanced IT systems and clinical governance, leading transformative change in home healthcare. VIEW MORE
Richard Morton
Managing Director, MatchMedics
Founder and Managing Director of one of Ireland's leading specialist medical recruitment companies, partnering with public and private healthcare organisations to source and recruit doctors at all levels in Ireland and overseas. VIEW MORE
Declan O'Callaghan
Medical Director, Retired
Declan qualified in Medicine and practiced for 15 years in clinical and academic cardiology (Beaumont Hospital and RCSI). He joined the pharmaceutical industry and served as Medical Director in a number of major pharma companies (Bristol-Myers Squibb, Wyeth Pharmaceuticals and Pfizer ). VIEW MORE
Vishnu Renjith
Programme Director, Royal College of Surgeons in Ireland
Dr Vishnu Renjith is a Lecturer and Programme Director at the School of Nursing and Midwifery, Royal College of Surgeons in Ireland. An internationally recognised nurse educator, researcher, and evidence synthesis specialist, he has contributed extensively to healthcare research and leadership. VIEW MORE
Dawn Russell
CEO, Ana Liffey
Dawn is CEO of Ana Liffey, a charity working on the frontline of marginalised communities experiencing social harms such as addiction, homelessness in trauma. Dawn is a passionate advocate for equity and innovation in healthcare. VIEW MORE
John Sweeney
CEO, HCI
CEO of Health Care Informed (HCI) and MAPS, with over 30 years’ experience in healthcare quality, patient safety, governance, regulation, and digital transformation internationally. VIEW MORE



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