Business Ireland Kenya > Our Leadership

Business Ireland Kenya is guided by a dedicated and dynamic steering committee that plays a central role in advancing our mission to strengthen trade and investment ties between Ireland and Kenya.

At the helm is Chairman Declan Galvin, whose strategic vision drives our initiatives forward, supported by Vice Chair Douglas Nyamori, who helps shape and execute these strategies.

Katherine Muldoon, as Secretary, ensures seamless operations and effective communication across the network, while Denis Etienne, our Treasurer, oversees financial stewardship with an eye on sustainability and growth. Supporting this effort is Assistant Treasurer Mick Murphy, who contributes to financial planning and strategy.

The committee is further enriched by At‑Large Members — George Mealy, and Samuel Kisuu — each bringing unique expertise to guide strategic direction and unlock new business opportunities.

Together, the leadership team is committed to building meaningful connections and fostering collaboration between the Irish and Kenyan business communities.

Learn more about each member below.

Declan Galvin

Declan Galvin – Chairman

Declan Galvin is the Managing Director of Exigent Risk Advisory, a Nairobi-based firm providing strategic risk advisory services to clients across Africa.

With deep expertise in country risk analysis, Declan advises multinational corporations, investors, development organizations, and diplomatic missions on geopolitical, trade, security, and market entry risks.

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He brings over a decade of experience navigating complex operating environments across the continent and leads multidisciplinary teams delivering tailored solutions in political risk, stakeholder strategy, and due diligence.

A recognised thought leader, Declan regularly contributes expert analysis to international outlets including Bloomberg, Reuters, CNBC Africa, and Foreign Policy Magazine. He is also a frequent commentator on Kenyan Wall Street, offering insights into geopolitics and business ethics.

Douglas Nyamori

Douglas Nyamori – Vice Chair

Mr. Douglas Nyamori is a Kenyan National currently serving as the Regional Manager for Intertek International Limited – GTS in East Africa.

With over 20 years experience in conformity assessment industry, Mr. Nyamori has been involved in the implementation of various programmes in the region. These are designed to facilitate trade assisting organisations in compliance to standards and thus participating in securing the international supply chain.

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He has been involved in the design of innovative solutions that provide Assurance, Testing, Inspection and Certification (ATIC) solutions to customers around the world.

Douglas is a graduate of Chemistry and Mathematics from the University of Nairobi and is also a certified leadership and team coach.

Katherine Muldoon

Katherine Muldoon – Secretary

Katherine was admitted as a Solicitor of the Senior Courts of England & Wales in 2016 and has built a distinguished career in High Net Worth and International Private Client, Dispute Resolution and Litigation.  

With experience handling intricate cross-border jurisdictional issues and all manner of private client matters, Katherine also advises on international wealth and corporate structures.

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She has been instructed in complex Financial Remedies matters, Contested Adoption, Assisted Reproduction (including Posthumous Conception), Child Abduction, Worldwide Freezing Orders, Medical Negligence, Trusts, Wills & Estate Litigation.

She is a strong advocate, having obtained Higher Rights of Audience in Civil Litigation been called to the Bar of England & Wales. She remains a (non-practising) Barrister and a member of Middle Temple. Additionally, she was called to the Cayman Islands Bar in 2019. 

Katherine is an Accredited Civil and Commercial Mediator and previously served as Managing Partner of Muldoon & Partners LLP from 2020, handling both Civil and Commercial matters. Her passion for Commercial Dispute Resolution and Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR) led her to complete a Diploma in International Commercial Arbitration at Oxford. She is now a Fellow of the Chartered Institute of Arbitrators (FCIArb). 

A sought-after speaker, Katherine frequently spears on panels and presents at international conferences. She also writes, with numerous published articles and has made live appearances on both TV and radio discussing legal issues. 

Beyond her legal practice, Katherine is deeply committed to philanthropy. She regularly engages in charitable work and currently serves on the Board of Glad’s House, a registered NGO supporting vulnerable children and young people. 

She is also dedicated to advocating for women’s issues, working to support gender equality and empowerment through both her professional practice and volunteer initiatives. Where appropriate, she undertakes pro bono work to assist those in need, ensuring access to justice for individuals facing legal challenges without the means to afford representation.

Denis Etienne

Denis Etienne – Treasurer

Denis works for DTOS Ltd – a subsidiary of the IBL group. He heads the Kenyan operations since 2018.

A fellow of the ACCA, he has more than 25 years of experience in the financial industry in Mauritius, UK and Kenya.

Mick Murphy

Mick Murphy – Assistant Treasurer

Mick Murphy is a partner with Viva Africa Consulting LLP, specialising in cross-border investment and the restructuring of multi-national groups operating in East and Central Africa.

Samuel Kisuu

Samuel Kisuu

Samuel, Partner at Africa Law Partners, advises both local and international companies on acquisitions of domestic and foreign entities. He focuses on achieving the most efficient tax structures for clients and also represents them in tax dispute matters.

George Mealy

George Mealy

Fractional GC | Gala Auctioneer | Executive Consultant

Operating in the SSA region and based in East Africa since 2016. Early career experience working in Risk Assurance, Cybersecurity, and Information Systems audits at PwC, coupled with Bar exams in New York in 2012. An attorney-at-law in good standing for 12 years.

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Consultant at award winning Kenyan law firm, Africa Law Partners and inhouse counsel with a group of investors with interests in regulated industries and licensed activities in Sub-Saharan Africa, specifically Kenya, Uganda, Tanzania, Rwanda, Ethiopia, Mozambique, Ghana, Cotes D’Ivoire, DRC, and Cameroon. Collaborations with leading law firms in each. Also serving as General Counsel at Grounded, a female led Kenyan manufacturer of non-toxic cleaning products.

A licensed auctioneer and property services practitioner in Ireland for ten years. Managed the family business – Mealy’s Auction House (established 1934) – during the most difficult years of the Irish economic crisis. Collaborated on various joint ventures with Christie’s, the global leader in fine art auctions.

Co-Founder and trustee at the SCOOP Foundation, a registered Irish charity from 2009 to 2023. Co-founder and director of newly incorporated Irish social enterprise, Sumgood Ventures CLG.

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