Chief Executive Officer

Founder and CEO of FASD Ireland, Tristan leads the organisation’s mission to raise awareness of Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder (FASD) and provide vital support for individuals, families, and communities across Ireland.

Tristan has a strong background in both the charitable and corporate sectors, with senior leadership experience in national charities and service organisations. His career has focused on building inclusive services, advocating for vulnerable communities, and driving organisational growth.

As an adoptive parent to young people living with FASD, Tristan also brings living experience to his role, deepening his understanding of the challenges families face and strengthening his commitment to creating change. His personal and professional journeys combine to make him a passionate advocate for families and individuals affected by FASD.

Under Tristan’s leadership, FASD Ireland is growing into a national voice for awareness, advocacy, training, and support. He works closely with government, healthcare professionals, educators, and community partners to ensure that people with FASD are recognised, understood, and supported to thrive.

Director of Operations & Deputy CEO

Scott is the Director of Operations and Deputy CEO at FASD Ireland, where he helps drive the organisation’s work to support individuals and families living with Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder (FASD).

With a background in both the charitable and corporate sectors, Scott has held leadership roles in national charities, community organisations, and international business. He brings a wealth of experience in building services, developing strategy, and ensuring that the voices of those affected by FASD are central to everything FASD Ireland does.

As an adoptive parent of young people living with FASD, Scott also brings personal insight into the challenges faced by families. His living experience strengthens his commitment to raising awareness, improving understanding, and creating lasting change for people with FASD across Ireland.

In his role, Scott oversees day-to-day operations while supporting the CEO in delivering FASD Ireland’s vision: a more informed, supportive society where individuals with FASD can thrive.

Business Development Manager

Cillian is the Business Development Manager at FASD Ireland, where he is responsible for strengthening partnerships, developing new opportunities, and supporting the organisation’s growth across Ireland. His work helps ensure that FASD Ireland can expand its reach, deliver innovative services, and provide vital support for individuals and families living with Foetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder (FASD).

Before joining FASD Ireland, Cillian worked with GOSHH (Gender, Orientation, Sexual Health, HIV) in Limerick, where he played a key role in community engagement, advocacy, and service development. He brings a wealth of experience in working with diverse communities, building inclusive programmes, and championing awareness around health and social issues.

Cillian is passionate about equity, inclusion, and collaboration. His focus at FASD Ireland is on creating sustainable partnerships and ensuring that the organisation is well-placed to support families, influence policy, and raise awareness of FASD nationwide.

FASD Hub Coordinator

Áine joined the team in June 2024, bringing with her 25 years of work in the corporate sector, living and working in other countries, including as far away as Australia.  

She applied for the role after time away from the workplace as a parent and so brings both professional and personal insight to this work. 

Her parenting journey has given her a deep, lived understanding of the challenges that are faced by those living with a neurodevelopmental condition.

As FASD Hub Co-ordinator, Áine works to support individuals with FASD and the families and professionals that are part of their lives – birth, adoptive and foster, educators, social workers, clinicians and legal.  

This has strengthened her commitment to raising awareness, promoting understanding and helping to break down the stigma that so often surrounds FASD.  

She is also dedicated to cultivating a supportive environment, where families and professionals feel heard, supported and empowered.

Policy & Research Coordinator

Rob joined FASD Ireland as part of his University studies in January 2023. He was a 2nd year Arts student at University of Limerick, studying Geography and Linguistics - and also has an interest in Pyschology. Rob was responsible for developing the FASD Hub Ireland, which provides support, advice and signposting to services for anybody living, caring or working with FASD. 

After joining the team, Rob said "I knew that drinking during pregnancy can cause problems. But I was so unaware of the extent until I got the excellent training from the team. Being Irish, I am fully aware of the drinking culture that surrounds us. I think it is really important that we raise awareness and educate people about FASD. I am really looking forward to being a part of the team and making a difference!" 

Rob is from a small town in North Clare. In his spare time he enjoys sport and plays Rugby with Ennis RFC in the winter, and Gaelic Football with St. Breckans in the summer. 

Rob really enjoyed his placement with FASD Ireland. After completing Erasmus in Croatia at the end of March 2024 Rob applied for the new role of Policy & Research Coordinator and has rejoined the team.

FASD Hub Coordinator

Áine joined FASD Ireland as part of her university studies initially on her 2nd Year placement in May 2024. Aine is a 2nd year studying Psychology in the University of Limerick.

On completion of her placement and recognising the knowledge she gained throughout and the  hard work Áine contributed to research in that time it was important to ensure Áine remained working in the organisation, and on completion of her placement she agreed to become and FASD Hub Coordinator.

Áine enjoys sport and plays football for Miltown Malbay. 

She told us, "Studying psychology has given me the opportunity to research and learn about many different neurological disorders however I was unaware of the prevalence of foetal alcohol spectrum disorder in Ireland and the various effects it can have on an individual. 

Áine hopes to go down the route of educational psychology in the future and think that her role is a great opportunity to learn about a prevalent neurological disorder which has definite impacts on children now and in the future.