Our Team
Here’s the team behind the scenes making this project happen.
Níamh Ní Bhroin
Our Founder and Chairperson
Níamh got involved with sustainability back in 2023 when she was practicing as a small animal vet in the South Downs in the UK. On her return to her homeland, she found there was little in terms of sustainability support for vets in Ireland. After discussing with some friends and colleagues, she and the team decided to set up the Veterinary Sustainability Network Ireland.
When she is not working on sustainability initiatives or working as a small animal vet in Fermoy, she can be found spending time with her partner and two cats in Cashel. She is also an avid birdwatcher and general all-round nature enthusiast.
Shauna had always had an interest in sustainability outside of the veterinary world. When Niamh thought of the concept of VSNI, she jumped on board.
She is kept busy as a mixed practice vet in East Wicklow. She is passionate about gardening, whether it is growing her own food or rewilding. Outside of this, she is often found painting or attempting to train for a triathlon.
Shauna Daly
Co-founder and director
Mike Curran
Co-founder and Director
Mike is a passionate advocate for sustainable practices in veterinary healthcare. With a strong background in business, governance and change leadership, Mike champions environmental responsibility across clinical operations, supply chains and rural communities. His experience spans pharmacy, retail and veterinary sectors; currently Chief Executive of XLVets Ireland, where he consistently drives innovation and efficiency. At the heart of Mike’s vision is the belief that sustainability and animal welfare are intrinsically linked. He works collaboratively with veterinary professionals to embed greener practices, reduce carbon footprints and ensure a thriving future for animals, people and planet.
Jerry graduated as a veterinary surgeon in 1984.
He worked in equine practice in Scotland, Ireland and Australia before settling in County Carlow where he founded Clinic na gCapall, an equine practice, in 1997.
Since his graduation, he has deepened his knowledge with a certification in veterinary radiology, and is also ISELP certified.
Jerry has implemented various sustainability measures in his practice, including building a dead hedge, planting micro forests, and installing an air-source heat pump.
Jeremiah O’Sullivan
Co-founder and Director
Colette Kealy
Steering committee member and VetLife representative
Colette is a general small animal practitioner of 30+ years. She has just completed Carbon Literacy training and has a particular interest in social sustainability and in supporting diversity, equality and inclusion in the veterinary workplace.
Colette is an IVBF Board member and Vetlife ambassador and is involved in promoting mental well-being in the veterinary community in Ireland and the UK.
Irish Veterinary Benevolent Fund (www.ivbf.ie) provides confidential support to vets and vet nurses:
- Financial support: info@ivbf.ie
- IVBF/Vetlife Helpline - free, confidential 24/7 peer listening support by email (info@ivbf.ie) and freephone 1800 145 145.