Our Leadership
Mairea Doyle Balfe
Executive Director Corporate Development
Mairea heads up Corporate Development for Cliste and has over 25 years' experience in operations and professional services. Mairea has worked in the US and Ireland on projects from concept development through feasibility, analysis, corporate finance and contract negotiations. Mairea has an MBA from TU Dublin, where she was awarded the Gold Medal for the MBA program.
Michael Ryan
Chief Financial Officer
Michael is CFO, and a KPMG trained Chartered Accountant. Michael has 25 years' experience in senior roles leading Finance, IT, HR and Audit teams in a large-scale retail and plc environment. Michael has a proven track record in building high performing teams, delivering efficiency and profitable, sustainable growth.
Chris Austin
Chief Operating Officer
As COO Chris heads up hotel operations. He has extensive operational and management experience across a diverse hotel asset type including urban full-service, luxury five-star and extensive resorts. He has worked in Ireland, the UK, Dubai and Barbados. Chris also heads up the Cliste sustainability strategy across the group.
Deirdre Buckley
Director of People & Culture
Deirdre has over 20 years of HRM leadership in hospitality, retail, and wholesale industries, leading impactful programs and delivering high-value People & Culture initiatives. Deirdre has established iNUA as a strong employer brand that attracts top talent and has led the transformation to a P&C division delivering high value performance.
David Jordan
Executive Director of Innovation & Research
David Jordan leads out Innovation and Research for Cliste. David excels in strategic planning, innovation, and business growth. With a robust background in academia, entrepreneurship, and management across various industries, he has driven significant business growth through his leadership and creative mindset.