Meet the underwriters

Barry O’Dwyer is the Managing Director of DUAL Underwriting Ireland DAC, having established DUAL’s Irish business in 2015. DUAL Private Client has since grown to become one of Ireland’s principal High Net Worth insurers, specialising in private homes, jewellery, fine art, as well as luxury and high performance cars, private fleets and classic car collections. Barry has over 25 years’ experience in the industry, with 10 years in Aviva in a variety of management roles and a further 10 with Chubb, where he ran their HNW division. Outside of work, Barry likes to play golf (badly) and keep fit by running the (very) odd marathon.

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Paul McGennis leads the Title Insurance team in Ireland and brings over 30 years’ experience as a Lawyer in Ireland, in the Real Estate sector.

His strong understanding of the legal environment surrounding the real estate and property financing sectors add invaluable insights into the delivery of DUAL’s title to share and real estate offerings.

Kate O’Connor is the Head of Business Development for DUAL Underwriting Ireland DAC. Kate joined DUAL in 2015 as a Senior Underwriter and has played an intricate role in growing the business over the years. Previously in AIG, Kate has over 10 years’ experience in the insurance industry with a strong focus on underwriting and business development. Outside of work, Kate enjoys playing rounders and lifting weights in the gym.

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Helen Furlong is one of the newest members of the Dual Underwriting Ireland DAC team. She joined the team as a Business Development Executive in 2020. Helen has a cumulative proven track record of over 12 years within Patrona Underwriting Ltd., Wexford Insurance Brokers and Quinn Direct Insurance. The positions she has grown in during her career are Regional Claims Manager, Personal Lines Manager, Team Leader and Private Product lead with a focus in Training and Business Development. In her down time, Helen loves to spend time gardening which is a passion of hers and also loves to include her garden when socialising with friends and family. She enjoys going for a stroll, seeing a good film at the cinema, or having a nice glass of vino with a tasty meal.

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James Cullen is a High-Net-Worth underwriter for DUAL Underwriting Ireland DAC, who joined the company in July 2022. James has over 6 years’ experience in the industry. Having started his career as an insurance administrator, he progressed by running various personal lines teams and he lead the introduction of numerous insurance products to the market. James has also expanded his experience outside of Insurance, gaining communications and marketing experience in one of Ireland’s top universities.

In his spare time, James is an avid runner. He enjoys the arts and culture of Dublin, with an appreciation of live music.

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Stephen originally began his career working within accounts, finance and credit control for over 10 years. In January 2012, he joined 123.ie working within their accounts department as a credit control administrator and finance assistant. He soon moved to a customer care role looking after client’s home and motor insurance within 123.ie, becoming much more involved within the insurance side of the business. Stephen sat his insurance exams whilst in 123.ie and is proud to be APA certified. Stephen joined Ben Mc Ardle Ltd Insurance brokers in January 2015 as a Personal Lines Executive, quickly moving up the ranks to Personal lines Manager in January 2016. In this role, Stephen managed the Personal Lines department, specialising in both standard and high net worth home and motor insurance, whilst also looking after advertising and business development. Stephen joined DUAL Ireland July 1st 2020 and lends his experience to the high net worth underwriting team. Outside of work he is a big fan of boxing, music, reading and keeping fit.

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Kerri joined DUAL Ireland in 2023 having previously worked with some of the biggest brokers and insurers in the country. Since joining DUAL, Kerri has brought her professionalism and expertise to the team as well as fostering great relationships with all our partners. A big sea-swimming enthusiast; Kerri spends her weekends running and swimming, as well walking one of her five dogs (hoping to add another one soon).

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Joining the team in 2024, Barry brings years of insurance experience to DUAL. Working with some of the most reputable companies in the industry he has expertise in personal and commercial insurance, and with great attitude and focus on excellent service levels he is an asset to the team.

In his spare time he loves nothing more than long walks with his wife and their prized pup Freddie.

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Ciaran joined DUAL Ireland in 2023, and is an experienced commercial and personal lines Underwriter. Ciaran has worked in insurance for a number of years and alongside his career in underwriting has also worked with some of the biggest brokers in Ireland, bringing technical expertise and great industry relationships to the team. A environmental and charity enthusiast, Ciaran is a big promoter of ESG and has organised many charity events for the company.

In his spare time he likes to travel and socialise with family and friends.

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