Four new appointments to board of Agri Aware

Agri Aware has announced four new appointments to its board of directors.

Bord Bia’s head of communications Rosaleen O’Shaughnessy has replaced her former colleague Mike Neary, while group communications manager for Ornua Sean O’Brien has replaced long-standing board member Jeanne Kelly.

Founder of Slieve Bloom Veterinary and member of XL Vets Ireland Donal Lynch joins the board with experience in animal welfare.

Tirlan’s chief environmental, social and governance officer Dr Lisa Koep also joins Agri Aware’s board with a background in sustainability.

Agri Aware thanked outgoing board members Tim O’Mahony and Dr Patrick Wall, who retired from their seats and acknowledged the valuable contribution of Dr Karina Pierce, who stepped down from her role on the board.

Welcome

“We are delighted to welcome Rosaleen, Sean, Donal and Lisa on to the board,” Agri Aware chair Shay Galvin said.

“Their expertise and experience span a broad range of areas within the agricultural sector and will be a tremendous asset in continuing Agri Aware’s work in enhancing agricultural literacy.

“We are deeply grateful to the contributions of Tim, Patrick, Jeanne, Mike and Karina for their long-standing commitment to Agri Aware.

“We look forward to building on their achievements with the energy and expertise of our existing and new board members.”