Judging Panel

Mr Alex Magee has been a lecturer at ATU Sligo since 2020 he specialises in Facilities Management, Building Services and Construction. Alex has 29 years industry experience starting as an Architectural Technologist then changing direction to a Building services engineer and as a Principal Electrical VIEW MORE

In August 2023, I wrapped up an incredible 45-year career—34 years with Bank of Ireland and 11 with LinkedIn. Along the way, I wore many hats: from administration to systems programming, HR to recruitment, and ultimately, my dream role in Facilities Management VIEW MORE

A Director of G4S FM Ireland, John Cunniffe champions environmental sustainability. He has pioneered initiatives that reduce energy consumption and diverted of waste from landfills. His leadership is setting a new standard for sustainable facility management, driving G4S environmental excellence. VIEW MORE

Brian Fitzpatrick is a facilities management and engineering consultant and founder of Isambard Associates, advising public and private sector organisations on FM governance, Net Zero strategy, public procurement, EHS, asset lifecycle optimisation, and smart building delivery. VIEW MORE

Ian Glendon is a highly accomplished estates and infrastructure leader known for delivering complex, high-value projects with precision and impact. He drives major capital programmes, strengthens governance, and leads meaningful operational improvements across large, multi-site environments. VIEW MORE

A highly experienced FM professional with 30+ years experience in the industry across a range of sectors and industries. Operating for 8+ years in senior strategic level roles with responsibility for operations to a wide variety of clients. VIEW MORE

Hugh Kenny is a business leader renowned for his exceptional sales acumen. As the Managing Director of Coatek, he has spearheaded the company's growth and established it as a leading provider of innovative window film solutions, wall graphics, manifestations, signage, and architectural finishes. VIEW MORE

Carmel Lindkvist has 20 years experience in the area of Facility Management. Having risen up in the various ranks of academia and working closely with practice, her expertise varies from digitalization of FM, Urban FM and Smart Cities. VIEW MORE

Stan is CEO of Key Facilities Management (www.key.fm), the longest established True FM business in the UK. Key Facilities Management is a Consulting led Management business and differs from most in the sector in that our role is the proactive management of Compliance, Standards and Value for Money. VIEW MORE

Pat is Director of Support Services in eir, a former Director of the Irish Property and Facility Management Association (IPFMA), he is a director of the charities The Matt Talbot Trust and Medisan VIEW MORE

Jude is the Group CEO of the Shabra Group, a leading specialist in integrated plastics recycling, reprocessing, and manufacturing. He oversees the organisation's strategic operations across EMEA, driving initiatives that advance the circular economy by transforming waste into sustainable products. VIEW MORE

Keith Weston is a seasoned professional with over 15 years of experience in Facilities Management and a decade in residential construction. Known for his leadership and commitment to sustainability, He is also a previous winner of the Facilities Management Awards. VIEW MORE