Chairperson

Niall Kelly joined the Delta Centre Board in 2021.  He is an experienced entrepreneur with a proven track record of founding and scaling companies, primarily in the tech sector, with several of his co-founded ventures expanding internationally. He has worked extensively across Europe and the United States, focusing on building sales organisations and developing new markets. Niall is an alumnus of the Ernst and Young Entrepreneur of the Year Association, a recipient of the Boston CTO of the Year award, and a winner of the Deloitte Top 50 firms award. In addition to his professional accomplishments, Niall mentors emerging Irish firms in technology and growth scaling and serves as a board member for several local charities. 

Vice Chairperson 

Caroline Lennon-Nally is a retired healthcare professional with extensive experience in healthcare management, auditing, and quality improvement.  Since 2021, she has been a trustee on the Delta Centre’s Board and currently serves as Chair of the quality and safety subgroup, as well as Vice Chair of the Board. Caroline’s involvement with the Delta Centre is especially meaningful as her sister, Brenda, was a cherished member of the community until her passing in 2017. Caroline’s commitment to the Centre is a tribute to her sister’s memory, ensuring the values and quality of care that Brenda enjoyed are upheld and enhanced for others in the community. 

Secretary

Ollie Kelly became a member of the Board in May of this year.  He is a native of Rossmore/Killeshin and is a partner at LCP. His day job involves advising large pension schemes, insurance companies and charities on investment matters. Ollie attended Carlow CBS and was awarded a degree in Physics by TCD. He is also a Certified Financial Planner, a member of the Irish Institute of Pension Managers and holds a diploma in Company direction from the Institute of Directors. Ollie is delighted to have the opportunity to support the mission of Delta Centre, its service users and staff, applying his knowledge and experience to foster and uphold the standards of excellence to which we aspire. 

Treasurer 

George Sothern is a retired auctioneer and property consultant who has been a Board member and trustee of the Delta Centre for over twenty years. He currently serves as the Treasurer. George is particularly passionate about helping people with disabilities reach their full potential and become valued members of society. 

Trustee

Aileen Broderick is a retired Principal of St Laserian’s School and has been involved with the Delta Centre for over 30 years. She was part of a group of concerned parents and friends who recognised the need for an adult service for school leavers. Aileen has served as a Trustee since the Delta Centre opened with four trainees and voluntary staff. She was Chairperson for several years and currently holds the position of Secretary. Aileen has a special interest in supporting families and developing the Centre to meet the present and future needs of its service users. 

Trustee 

Amie Colgan became a member of the board in May of this year. She has spent the last 15 years in healthcare recruitment having previously worked directly in health and social care services supporting people with additional needs. Since exiting her recruitment company, Amie has been involved in establishing a non-for-profit organisation providing out-of-school services to children with additional needs.  As a parent to a child with additional needs, Amie has long since admired the story and growth of Delta and it is a huge honour to now serve as a member of the board. 

Trustee  

Brigid Dunphy, a teacher with 36 years of experience and the Deputy Principal of St. Laserian's School, has dedicated 30 years to Special Education in Enniscorthy and Carlow. She joined the Delta Centre board of trustees just over a year ago and is delighted to be part of the team. Having witnessed the critical role that Delta Centre plays in supporting St. Laserian's School leavers, Brigid is eager to contribute to the ongoing support of the Centre's service users, families, and staff as the Centre continues to evolve. 

Trustee

Terry Doyle, a practicing solicitor since 1991, joined the Delta Centre Board in 2021. Having been aware of the great work carried out by Delta since its inception, Terry had no hesitation in accepting the invitation from Aileen Broderick to become a trustee. His goal is to assist the Board in ensuring that Delta continues to flourish and serve the community to the best of its abilities. 

Trustee 

Marie Gallagher has been involved with Delta Centre since its inception, as her daughter Fiona was one of the first participants.  For Marie, the establishment of the Centre marked a significant milestone, providing much-needed services for people with special needs. She has since witnessed the Centre's growth into the remarkable facility that Delta is today.  Marie has served on the Board of Management since day one, deeply committed to the Centre's mission embodied by the acronym DELTA—Development, Education, Learning, Training, and Activation. These principles inspire the Centre’s efforts to support the growth and well-being of all its service users. 

Trustee 

Shay Conroy joined the Delta Centre board in 2021 and is the parent of Brian, who has been attending the Centre since 2010. With a longstanding commitment to supporting people with disabilities in the Carlow area, Shay has previously served on the Board of St Laserian's School for many years. He has been a committee member and coach at the Carlow Special Olympics Club since its founding in 2005, supporting over 100 members with intellectual disabilities through sports at local, national, and international levels.  Shay’s professional background is in Agricultural Science. He worked as a business manager with Avonmore/Glanbia for over 15 years in the Carlow/Kildare area.  Since 2000, he has managed the Dolmen Family Medical Practice alongside his wife, Fionnuala. In June 2024, Shay became the Chairperson of the Finance Sub-Committee for the Delta Centre Board.