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
Karen Charnley
CEO, All Ireland Institute of Hospice and Palliative Care
As CEO, Karen provides strategic leadership for AIIHPC including brokering relationships between the Institute’s 27 members, funders and key stakeholders. Karen has significant leadership and management experience in a range of sectors including housing, economic development and offender management. 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, protocols, 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
Brid Seoighe
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
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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