Donal Watkin (Executive Director) brings extensive experience in the leadership and senior management of membership organizations, with a particular focus on strategic planning, operational management, marketing orientation, membership development and retention, and governance.
Between 2002 and 2013, Donal worked with international networks operating within the legal and accounting markets, developing and supporting their growth strategies (including a successful merger process) and establishing effective marketing and communication platforms that significantly increased engagement and business collaboration between member firms.
He also brings experience of business development roles within both the professional services and marketing services environments.
Donal holds a Bachelors Degree from the University of Ulster and a Postgraduate Diploma in Management Studies from the University of Kent.