Sean McEllin (BSc) is IDI’s Acting Chief Executive Officer.  He is responsible for all client development and engagement and has developed a network of contacts across the relevant agencies in the region.  He joined IDI in 2011 as a Senior Consultant responsible for implementing Abu Dhabi's export development strategy, specifically managing the creation of a new Export Development Agency in Abu Dhabi.

Prior to joining IDI, Mr. McEllin was manager of the Boston office of Enterprise Ireland responsible for a diverse portfolio of Life Sciences companies.  Enterprise Ireland is the government agency responsible for the development and promotion of the indigenous business sector.