Kildare South TD & Minister for Agriculture Martin Heydon praises industry expertise as Mongey succeeds late Dan Flinter
The Minister for Agriculture, Food and the Marine, Martin Heydon, has appointed David Mongey as the new Chairperson of the Board of the Irish National Stud (INS).
Announcing the appointment, Kildare South Fine Gael TD and Minister Martin Heydon said he was “delighted” to select Mongey for the role, highlighting his extensive experience across the thoroughbred and tourism sectors.
Mongey previously served as Chair of the INS Audit and Risk Committee, giving him strong familiarity with the organisation’s work.
“David has a wealth of experience in the thoroughbred industry and tourism sector and is well versed in the Stud’s activities,” the Minister said. “I wish David every success during his term of office and look forward to working closely with him over the next five years.”
Mongey takes over from the late Dan Flinter, who had chaired the board since 2023.
The Minister paid tribute to Flinter’s contribution, describing his tenure as significant for both the Stud and the wider Irish thoroughbred industry.
The appointment follows a competitive selection process overseen by publicjobs.
David Mongey is CEO and owner of Mongey Communications based in Naas and currently serves as Chairman of Punchestown Racecourse, where he has played a key role in developing the venue for both racing and non-racing events.
He is also a former Chairman of Kildare Failte, the tourism body supported by Kildare County Council.
The Irish National Stud, located in Tully, Kildare town is a commercial semi-state body established under the National Stud Act of 1945.
Its core mission is to support and advance the Irish bloodstock industry, including through the provision of stallions to breeders at competitive rates.
In addition to its role in bloodstock, the Stud is a major tourism attraction, welcoming more than 140,000 visitors each year to its grounds and the renowned Japanese Gardens.
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