Hugh chairs the board of Síolta Chroí, guiding the organisation's governance, strategic direction and long-term sustainability.
Background
Hugh has a background in [area — e.g., agriculture / community development / business / education]. Prior to joining the board of Síolta Chroí he held [previous role] at [organisation], where he developed experience in [skills relevant to the chair role — governance, strategy, finance, stakeholder engagement]. He brings to the role a strong personal commitment to environmental restoration and to the agro-ecological local food movement on the island of Ireland.
Approach & philosophy
As Chairperson, Hugh believes strong governance is what allows mission-driven organisations to grow without losing their values. He works to ensure that Síolta Chroí's strategic decisions remain rooted in its founding vision: regenerating ecosystems and communities together. Hugh sees the board's role as supporting the team to do practical, on-the-ground work — turning regenerative principles into measurable change.
Recognition
[SUGGESTED — please confirm with Hugh — list any awards, board memberships, public speaking engagements, publications, or notable community roles.]
