Managing Retail Ireland

The Retail Ireland Board is the governing body of the association and is made up of Retail Ireland Executive Directors at CEO and Managing Director level representing key industry categories of the Irish retail sector. Collectively, they oversee Retail Ireland’s organisational strategy and governance, and ensure we are operating effectively and delivering on our mission.

Our Board

Shane Flynn, Managing Director, ARAMARK, Chairman

Geoff Byrne, Chief Operating Officer, Tesco

Edel Clancy, Director of Communications & Corporate Affairs, The Musgrave Group

Brian Donaldson, Chief Executive Officer, Maxol Ltd

Ken Fox, Managing Director DID Electrical

Liam Hanly, Managing Director, Easons

Damien O’Neill Head of Sales ROI & NI, Primark  

John Moane, Chief Commercial Officer, BWG

Derek Nolan, Senior Director of Retail Operations, Circle K Europe

Declan Ronayne, Chief Executive, Woodies DIY

Stephen Watkins, Managing Director, Boots