Sinéad Colreavy
Irish Funds Council candidate
Sinéad Colreavy is an international tax specialist with over 20 years’ experience advising global asset managers. She is standing for election to the Irish Funds Council to support Ireland’s continued leadership as a global funds domicile, strengthen investor protection, and help build a stronger investment culture.
Former Chair and member of the basis.point Disbursements Committee, reflecting my strong commitment to inclusion and a belief in doing the right thing for the broader community.
- Former Chair and active member of the Irish Funds International Tax Committee, where I continue to advocate for constructive tax reform and support the industry in navigating international tax developments. My focus is on ensuring Ireland remains a competitive jurisdiction and that emerging rules do not adversely impact our industry’s position. Tax is a critical pillar of that competitiveness
About Sinéad
Sinéad has spent her career working at the intersection of tax and the Irish funds industry, with a strong belief in building a competitive, inclusive, and future focused sector.
She believes that tax policy plays a key role in building a better working world where economic growth is sustainable and inclusive. She is passionate about Ireland’s asset management industry and invests in people and innovation, leading market change in how clients manage international tax risk and opportunity.
Sinead’s Commitment
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Investor Protection Above All
Trust is the industry’s most valuable asset. I will ensure that investor protection is treated as a genuine priority through clear disclosure, fair treatment, and structures that consistently put investors first.
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Attract the Next Wave of Growth
My focus is on ensuring Ireland remains ambitious and competitive — continuing to lead in ETFs, building scale in private assets, supporting innovation, and strengthening the broader ecosystem. Ireland has a real opportunity to attract the next generation of asset managers, RegTech firms, fund administration innovators and fintech start-ups. Ireland’s funds industry already manages trillions in global capital and supports significant employment. It should be recognised and actively supported, alongside pharma and technology, as a core strategic sector of the Irish economy, with a more coordinated and visible national approach to promotion and investment. A coordinated approach across Irish Funds, IDA Ireland and Enterprise Ireland can position Ireland as the destination for funds‑adjacent growth companies including fintech, RegTech and firms that enable and support the funds industry. This includes leveraging tools such as R&D tax credits and ensuring the policy environment supports innovation and scaling
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Tax Policy That Builds an Investment Culture
Tax policy shapes behaviour. Deemed disposal, punitive exit taxes, and the absence of a simple retail wrapper actively discourage long-term investing. I will advocate for meaningful, root-and-branch reform with the Department of Finance to create a framework that supports participation and growth. Ireland has a strong saving and pension culture, but limited participation in investment markets. Deposits and property alone cannot deliver the long-term returns households need. I will champion financial education and simplified product access to make investing a natural and accessible next step.
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Sell Ireland Abroad — Louder
Our story is compelling but under‑told. I will support Irish Funds’ promotion efforts across key global markets making a clear, confident case for Ireland as the leading European hub for fund domiciliation, management and distribution. The transatlantic relationship is the bedrock of our industry. Ireland is already a genuine operational extension of US asset managers we now need to amplify that message globally.
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Build the Talent Pipeline
A world-class industry requires world-class people. I will support initiatives across legal, tax, technology and operations, and champion stronger engagement with universities and professional bodies to develop the workforce of the future. Thoughtful tax reform to attract and retain international talent.
