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Jacqueline OтАЩDonovan OBE is a globally recognised entrepreneur, sustainability advocate, and philanthropist known for her transformative contributions to the waste management industry and her commitment to environmental progress.
Over her 38 year tenure as Managing Director of OтАЩDonavan Waste, she transformed the family business into a multi- million pound enterprise, earning a reputation as a leading expert in addressing the environmental challenges of poor waste management and pollution.
In 2023, Jacqueline successfully sold OтАЩDonovan Waste to a Swedish conglomerate, marking a significant milestone in her career. That same year, she was awarded an OBE in Kind Charles IIIIтАЩs birthday Honour list for her outstanding services to recycling, safety and industry.
Her innovative leadership and dedication to improving training and education in waste management have proven her to be a trailblazer in driving global efforts to reduce humanityтАЩs environmental footprint.
Jacqueline OтАЩ DonnovanтАЩs advocacy extends far beyond waste management. She has been a vocal champion of improved health and safety standards, both in the workplace and on the roads, earning significant recognition for her impactful campaigns.
Her influence as a safety advocate is widely acknowledged and celebrated across the construction, logistics and associated sectors.
Most recently, Jacqueline OтАЩDonovan launched ODPR, a PR and marketing agency dedicated to supporting businesses within the construction, construction supply chain and logistics industries. Through ODPR, she delivers innovative strategies and fosters trusted partnerships, further reinforcing her commitment to responsible business practices and industry excellence.
Jacqueline OтАЩDonovan is also establishing herself within the serial entrepreneurial sphere. She has invested in an employment initiative start-up focused on supporting the over-55s workforce, as well as a female supplement brand, and is preparing to launch a first-to-market breast flow monitoring technology concept.
Her leadership has been recognised with numerous accolades, including being twice named Director of the Year by the Institute of Directors, receiving the PwC Private Businesswoman of the Year award, the Growing Business Awards Entrepreneur of the Year, and becoming a National Finalist for the EY Entrepreneur of the Year Award.
A committed philanthropist, JacquelineтАЩs contributions have been honoured by the President of Ireland, Michael D. Higgins, with a Presidential Distinguished Service Award тАФ the highest honour achievable in Ireland. Her philanthropic work reflects her unwavering dedication to community, culture and driving meaningful change.
Through her entrepreneurial ventures and advocacy, Jacqueline OтАЩDonovan continues to inspire a global commitment to sustainability, responsible business leadership and philanthropy, building a lasting legacy of environmental and social impact.
