Meet your Speakers
Nursing Homes Ireland - Annual Conference 2025
Minister Kieran O'Donnell
Kieran O’Donnell was appointed Minister of State for Older People in 2025 and also serves at the Department of Housing.
Professor Luke O’Neill - Keynote
Professor Luke O’Neill is an award-winning scientist and communicator, renowned for making complex science accessible.
Jillian van Turnhout - Chair, NHI
Jillian van Turnhout is Chair of Nursing Homes Ireland and a Chartered Director with INSEAD.
Mary Bedding
Mary leads the HSE Deteriorating Patient Improvement Programme, implementing Early Warning Systems in residential care and advancing national sepsis guidelines.
Diana Rose
Diana is Director of Care at Orwell Healthcare, oversees 300 beds and 400 staff, with expertise in leadership, governance, and resident-centred care.
Sruthy Panajikkal
Sruthy is Regional Operations Manager at Evergreen. Sruthy brings international nursing expertise, governance, and inclusive, resident-centred care.
Trina Donohue
Trina is General Manager of St. Attracta’s Residence, leading operations since 2013 with expertise in HR, compliance, and care.
Katie Robinson
Professor Robinson, co-leads the Ageing Research Centre and drives national research on integrated care and outcomes for older adults.
Brendan Walsh
Brendan is Senior Research Officer at ESRI, specialising in health system planning, long-term care research, and future demand projections for Ireland.
Katie Thorn
Katie is Digital Projects Lead at the Digital Care Hub, guiding providers on technology, data protection, and ethical digital innovation.
Thomas McCabe
Thomas is National Manager of Siel Bleu Ireland, expanding exercise programmes nationwide to support older adults’ health, independence, and wellbeing.
Siobhan Murphy
Siobhan is Director of Healthcare at the Irish Hospice Foundation, leading national programmes to improve quality, collaboration, and end-of-life care.
Clodagh Kileen
Clodagh is Learning and Development Project Manager with LHP Skillnet, supporting training, education, leadership, and sector professional development.
Angela Fitzgerald
Angela is Chief Executive of HIQA, driving improvements in patient safety, health policy, and system performance through national leadership and collaboration.
Jonathan Drennan
Jonathan is Professor of Nursing at UCD, specialising in workforce planning, safe staffing, and leading national and European health service research.
Tadhg Daly
Tadhg Daly is Chief Executive of Nursing Homes Ireland, representing over 360 nursing homes and advocating nationally for residents, staff, and sustainable care.
MC - Anton Savage
Anton Savage is a broadcaster, journalist, and communications consultant, known for his engaging style as MC and experienced host of major events.