Derek Byrne

Strategic and values-driven Chief Executive Officer with extensive experience leading and scaling regulated children’s residential services in Ireland. Proven track record in organisational growth, regulatory compliance, and service development, including successful negotiation and delivery of Service Level Agreements with Tusla.

Recognised for building strong, trusted relationships with Tusla Registration & Inspection, the National Private Placement Team, and key statutory stakeholders. Experienced in leading service registration, inspection readiness, governance frameworks, and safeguarding oversight at executive level.

A confident senior leader with the ability to operate at Board level, shape national service strategy, and deliver high-quality, rights-based care models in complex and evolving regulatory environments.

• Successfully developed, tendered, and secured multiple Tusla contracts (SLAs)
• Built a strong regulatory reputation with Tusla and national stakeholders
• Led the registration of multiple children’s residential centres
• Established an Aftercare Service for young people leaving state care
• Successfully navigated major organisational challenges, including service closure and pandemic response, while maintaining performance and compliance
• Member of organising committee for international conference:
  “Thinking Outside the Box: Creative Approaches to Societal Issues”