Governance & Team

The Mid-West Bio-District steering group includes primary producers, state agencies, catering companies and organic food retailers. 


Steering group
Pat O'Sullivan Master Chef's
Pat O'Sullivan

Catering specialist

Founder and CEO of Master Chefs. His leadership in sustainability and Irish food culture has been acknowledged nationally, earning him Local Food Hero from the RAI in 2023

Chef with organic juice
Michelle O'Donnell

Cullinary expert

Michelle is known for her passion, leadership, and commitment to culinary excellence. She was named Head Chef of the Year at the 2019 IHI Management Awards, highlighting her innovation and skill.

The Urban CoOP
Anne Maher

The Urban Co Op Managing Director

The Urban Co-op has grown and developed from a small community grocery to a thriving social enterprise that serves the needs of a large community in Limerick and beyond.

three people hold tomatoes in polytunnel
Cesare Zenari

Bio Districts Expert

Associate Professor Department of Agricultural and Food Sciences. Academic discipline: AGRI-01/A Agricultural and Food Economics, and Rural Appraisal.

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