Our Senior Team
Agnes is co-founder and Chief Executive of the Positive Futures Group, which includes Positive Futures NI, Positive Futures Ireland and the National Association of Housing for the Visually Impaired (NAHVI) which became part of the Positive Futures Group in 2022.
In 2005 she was awarded an OBE for her contribution to improving the lives of people with a learning disability in Northern Ireland. In 2022 she was awarded an honorary doctorate from Ulster University.
Agnes is active in a wide range of working groups and health and social care forums aimed at improving the experience of all our citizens.
When not working she enjoys books, music, Pilates, and gardening.
Paul’s career has been dedicated to working with people with an intellectual disability and/or autism. He has worked in the north west of England as well as across the island of Ireland.
He was the Acting Service Manager in the service which led to the foundation of Positive Futures in 1995. Since then, he has been a key figure in the development of the organisation and its services and led the expansion into the Republic of Ireland in 2015.
Paul has a particular interest in research, advocacy, assistive technology and positive behaviour support.
Outside work, he has a keen interest in environmental issues and has been working on a rewilding project on his smallholding in the west Fermanagh/south Donegal area.
Chris, who joined Positive Futures in 2022, is an Experienced HR Leader and Fellow of the Chartered Institute of Personnel and Development (CIPD). His primary focus is on supporting the organisation to become an employer of choice in the sector. He also has responsibility for both our IT and Marketing departments.
Chris has worked in a number of organisations in the Public and Charity sectors. His keen interest in supporting people with learning disabilities and autism extends beyond his professional role – he volunteers in his spare time.
He enjoys travelling, hiking in the Mournes and relaxing in the coffee shops of the north coast.
Ian joined Positive Futures in 2025, bringing over 15 years’ senior-level experience in the private sector. A Chartered Management Accountant since 2010, he leads a robust Finance Department and provides strategic financial leadership to the organisation. Passionate about developing people and teams, Ian takes pride in supporting colleagues to grow and thrive in their roles.
Outside of work, Ian is a dedicated dad to his two sport-mad sons, Harrison and Sebastian, often found coaching their soccer teams or cheering them on in rugby and other activities. A keen golfer – a passion shared with his youngest son, Seb – and advocate of lifelong learning, he enjoys long walks accompanied by thought-provoking podcasts. Guided by his personal values—doing the right thing (especially when no ones watching), taking pride in everything you do, and finding joy in life—Ian brings both professionalism and positivity to all he does.
Kerry is Director of Operations for Positive Futures Ireland. She began her career in Health and Social Care in 2004 after achieving a BSc Hons degree in Applied Psychology. She started out as a Support Worker in our Northern Ireland operation before a series of promotions (Deputy Service Manager, Service Manager and Operations Manager) led her to her current role in 2023. Kerry is passionate about delivering services that ensure people can live the life they want, achieving their individual goals and aspirations. She has a particular interest in person-centred practices, positive behaviour management, inclusion, and diversity.
Outside work, Kerry enjoys keeping fit and spending time abroad.
Donna joined the team in late 2024 as Director of Operations for Positive Futures Northern Ireland with over 20 years’ experience in Health and Social care. Donna started her career as a Support Worker and gradually gained promotions which has led to her current role. Donna leads a team of 4 Operations Managers across Northern Ireland delivering a wide range of services to both children and adults, she also oversees contract compliance and quality improvement. Donna is passionate about providing person centered support and enabling people to live their best life. Outside of work, Donna enjoys spending time with her family and going on long walks with her dog.