NEWS: Archus strengthens leadership team as part of ambitions for international growth
Archus, the Healthcare Infrastructure Specialist, has strengthened its leadership team with the appointment of Shane Dineen as Managing Director and Victoria Head as Commercial and Performance Director. Richard Darch will now take the role of Executive Chairman and will lead the growth of international markets.
The changes underpin a new five-year strategy for the firm which has ambitions to grow its healthcare consulting services, both in the UK and into new international territories, including Ireland, Canada, and Australia.
Shane Dineen has been a founding member of Archus since its formation in 2017, where he has overseen the growth of the South West region along with leadership of the company’s Strategic Sales and People functions. In his newly appointed role of Managing Director, he will lead the business in the delivery of its future strategy.
Shane said: “Over the last five years we have worked incredibly hard to build a company with a philosophy which is focused on people; from clinicians and clients to local communities and our own valued team members. Healthcare continues to be a vital part of human society, but it is becoming increasingly complex to deliver. As Archus has grown, so has our ability to support our partners in health systems to be innovative and creative in pursuit of a fit-for-purpose healthcare provision for future generations. We are incredibly proud of what has been achieved to date and look forward to delivering on our future ambitions. I feel both excited and privileged to have the opportunity to lead Archus as Managing Director, and ensure our work continues to create a tangible impact to health outcomes for the communities we serve.”
Richard Darch said: “On behalf of the Archus board, I am delighted to confirm Shane’s appointment to the role of Managing Director. His appointment is an integral part of our forward business strategy, and he will be instrumental in leading our team in delivering the next phase of our business growth.”
Victoria Head joined Archus in 2021 as Head of Programme and Project Management, bringing with her a proven track record in the delivery of complex, multi-million-pound projects. As Director of Commercial and Performance, she will lead the ongoing improvement and integration of all Archus service areas to ensure consistency, innovation, sustainability, and quality across the firm’s growing number of UK, Irish and International offices.
Commenting on the appointment, Shane Dineen said: “Victoria is a seasoned professional in infrastructure development and healthcare where she is recognised as leading some of the most successful schemes across her 20-year career. Since joining, she has been a fantastic and valued addition to Archus and her appointment to the role of Commercial and Performance Director will make a significant contribution to our business, valued team members, partners and clients.”
