Judging Panel

An independent panel of recognised and expert judges, representing the facility management discipline, will determine the winners of the Facilities Management 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 facilities management 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.

2025 Judging Panel

Alex Magee (Judging Coordinator)

Programme Chair & Lecturer, Atlantic Technological University

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

Erica Brennan

Director | CEO, SeaClean Cleaning Solutions

Erica Brennan is the Managing Director of SeaClean - a leading Corporate Cleaning Company providing Professional Cleaning and Facilities Services - delivering the highest levels of service to Businesses across the greater Dublin area. VIEW MORE

Fionnuala Byrne

Director of Workplace Services - EMEA, Google

Fionnuala Byrne has worked in the FM industry for over 20 years with experience in property management, office fit-outs, contract management and workplace services across Europe, Middle East and Africa. VIEW MORE

marie caffrey

Universal Floral, Universal Floral

Marie is a director of Universal Floral. A family run landscaping business of 55 years based in Dublin. We oversee the installation and maintenance of thousands of exotic plants for offices throughout Ire, UK & Europe. VIEW MORE

John Cunniffe

Director, G4S FM Ireland

John Cunniffe is a Director of G4S FM Ireland, who recognises that the threat from climate change to the natural environment and social infrastructure is an important and ongoing concern for our organisation, our customers, our employees, and communities. VIEW MORE

Barry Kelly

Head of Facilities, National College Of Art & Design

Barry Kelly is a Facilities Manager with 14 years experience working in Industry. Starting out in DAA, Barry now manages Facilities and Campus for The National College of Art and Design Dublin Current projects at NCAD - significant refurbishment of heritage Buildings VIEW MORE

Carmel Margaret Lindkvist

Professor, Norwegian University of Science and Technology

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. She primarily takes an organization perspective in her work. VIEW MORE

Mark Mobach

Professor Facility Management, Hanze University of Applied Sciences Groningen

Mark is actively engaged in research, education, and practice and connects facility management with architecture, built environment, interior design, real estate, and technology for a better performance of organizations. VIEW MORE

Patrick O Sullivan

Director of Support Services, eir

Pat is Director of Support Services in eir, a former Director of the Irish Property and Facility Management Association (IPFMA), a member of Society of Chartered Surveyors Ireland (SCSI) and Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (RICS). VIEW MORE

Gillian O'Connor

Corporate Operations Snr. Manager, Gilead

Senior workspace Lead, passionate about working with companies helping them to bring their culture and ethos to life within their physical space, while also working with teams and individuals to enhance and support their working experience. VIEW MORE

Paul Roche

Head of Facilities - Northern Europe, ERM - Environmental Resources Management

Paul is an experienced Property, Facilities Management, and Capital Projects professional with experience in workplace mergers, acquisitions and consolidations. He is currently Head of Facilities (Northern Europe) at ERM who have 160 offices in over 40 countries VIEW MORE

Keith Weston

Director of Engineering, Powerscourt Hotel

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