NIPANC is delighted to welcome Brian Murphy and Professor Gary Mitchell MBE to its Board of Trustees, bringing valuable expertise in business leadership, healthcare, education and strategic development to the charity.

Both joined the Board in August 2026 and bring a wealth of professional experience that will help strengthen NIPANC's work in raising awareness of pancreatic cancer, supporting patients and families, and funding vital research across Northern Ireland.

 

Brian Murphy

Brian Murphy is Managing Partner of BDO Northern Ireland, a position he has held since August 2017.

With over 25 years of commercial experience, Brian leads the firm's Corporate Advisory business, specialising in value creation, business performance and strategic development.

His extensive background includes corporate finance, business restructuring and forensic accounting, having advised organisations of varying sizes across a wide range of industries.

Brian's commercial expertise and leadership experience will be valuable assets as NIPANC continues to grow and develop its services.

Professor Gary Mitchell MBE

Professor Gary Mitchell is Professor of Nursing Education and Practice and Director of Postgraduate Taught Programmes at the School of Nursing and Midwifery at Queen's University Belfast.

His work focuses on digitally enabled professional education, workforce development and improving services within complex healthcare environments.

In 2024, Gary was awarded an MBE for services to Nursing, recognising his contribution to the profession.

His extensive knowledge of healthcare education, professional development and service improvement will bring an important perspective to NIPANC's work, particularly as the charity continues to strengthen its links with healthcare professionals and the wider research community.

Strengthening NIPANC for the Future

The appointments come at an important time for NIPANC as the charity continues to expand its activities and develop its support services across Northern Ireland.

The combined experience of Brian and Gary will further strengthen the Board's ability to guide the charity's strategic development and build on its three core objectives: Awareness, Support and Research.

NIPANC warmly welcomes both Brian and Gary and looks forward to working with them as we continue our efforts to improve outcomes for people affected by pancreatic cancer.

Meet our Board of Trustees: https://nipanc.org/about/our-people