From lab to boardroom, Dr Anne Cusack’s journey has spanned medical research, international pharma, and most notably, a bold leap into entrepreneurship. As co-founder and CEO of Critical Healthcare, Anne led the company’s transformation from a distribution business into a technology-driven international player in emergency medical services. Following the successful acquisition of Critical Healthcare in 2021, Anne has focused on sharing her experience in scaling businesses, navigating change, and governing for sustainable growth. Anne serves on multiple boards including Bord na Móna, TUS, and the National Maternity Hospital Research Foundation, and is a qualified non-executive director. She also contributes nationally as a member of the SME Taskforce and as Chair of the Midlands Regional Enterprise Plan.