About Us

Evelyn is the Founder and CEO of Orphan Drug Consulting. Evelyn has over 20 years' experience in the pharmaceutical industry across supply chain, quality assurance, and technical operations, with deep expertise in orphan drugs. She has led global manufacturing and distribution to over 50 countries, specialising in virtual and outsourced supply models, and has acted as QP and RP on multiple licences. Evelyn founded Orphan Drug Consulting in 2017. She holds a Master of Pharmacy, a Master of Business, and is an Adjunct Professor at Trinity College Dublin.

Mike is a Senior Finance Consultant at Orphan Drug Consulting with over 25 years' experience supporting international organisations, particularly in the life sciences sector. He specialises in international expansion, advising on optimal finance, treasury, and operational structures. Mike spent almost a decade in senior finance and compliance roles at UDG Healthcare plc and joined Orphan Drug Consulting in 2020. He trained with Coopers & Lybrand (PwC) and holds a BComm, Diploma in Professional Accounting, and Stanford Executive Program.

David is the Supply Chain Lead and a Supply Chain professional with over 14 years' experience specialising in global external manufacturing and third-party distribution. He has held senior roles with Viatris, Bausch & Lomb, GSK, and MARS Foods. Most recently, David managed a global network of over 80 external manufacturers, overseeing product launches, tech transfers, contract negotiations, and supply network optimisation. He led multi-site teams delivering complex supply chains across pharmaceutical, medical device, and OTC portfolios.

Kevin is Quality Assurance Lead with over 20 years' experience as a registered pharmacist in the pharmaceutical industry. He brings a strong combination of patient-facing experience and technical expertise across GDP, GMP, and quality systems. Kevin supports clients with regulatory compliance, tailored QMS development, licensing, and acts as Responsible Person or Deputy Responsible Person. He has particular expertise in European product launches and audits. Kevin holds a Master of Pharmacy and is registered with the Pharmaceutical Society of Ireland.

Rob is the Head of Finance at Orphan Drug Consulting with over 30 years' senior leadership experience across biopharma, professional services, distribution, market intelligence, and SaaS businesses. He has held CEO and CFO roles globally and brings strong expertise in strategy, operations, finance, governance, and advisory services across more than 30 countries. Rob supports effective client engagement and best-practice governance. He is a Fellow of ACCA and the Institute of Leadership & Management and chairs a Local Government Audit & Risk Committee.

Eimear is a Supply Chain Consultant and Project Manager at Orphan Drug Consulting, with strong expertise in international logistics and operational delivery. Prior to joining, she led global logistics at Assay Genie, overseeing procurement, inventory, and worldwide distribution of scientific reagents. Eimear managed high-performing teams and delivered logistics optimisation projects to improve efficiency and reduce costs. She holds a BSc in Genetics and an MSc in Biotechnology from University College Dublin.

Elaine is Office Administrator at Orphan Drug Consulting and plays a key role in supporting the smooth operation of the business. She brings extensive experience across finance, banking, and IT, having worked in Dublin and London with senior leadership teams. Elaine manages core administrative and operational activities, including invoicing and vendor coordination. Prior to joining Orphan Drug Consulting, she supported the EMEA headquarters of a financial technology company and previously held roles in technology and event management organisations.