The Alzheimer Society of Ireland (ASI) is very pleased to announce that Andy Heffernan has been appointed as its new CEO. Mr Heffernan has recently taken up the role, as ASI continues its work in supporting people with dementia, their family carers, and supporters in Ireland. He will bring expertise, experience, and drive to his new role. Mr Heffernan has the value set, corporate oversight and compliance experience, and the commitment to person-centred approaches to lead the ASI forward. He holds significant experience at a senior leadership level across several areas and most recently with The Society of St Vincent De Paul, where he served as National Secretary. He has previously worked in the disability and mental health sector serving as Chief Executive of St John of God Community Services. Before this, he served in the Defence Forces.
The Alzheimer Society of Ireland CEO, Andy Heffernan said: “I’m delighted to have started my role with The Alzheimer Society of Ireland and I feel so privileged to meet with our service users, staff, volunteers, and supporters across Ireland. I am really looking forward to working with everyone in the charity and continuing our work as the leading dementia- specific service provider in Ireland. The ASI works across Ireland in the heart of local communities providing dementia-specific services and supports and advocating for the rights and needs of all people living with dementia and their carers. Our vision is an Ireland where people on the journey of dementia are valued and supported. I would like to thank the ASI board, express my sincere gratitude to Siobhan O’Connor for serving as our Interim CEO and to thank former CEO Pat McLoughlin for his service to our charity. I am really looking forward to the journey ahead and working with everyone in Ireland and our counterparts in Europe and beyond. Thank you.”
