Michael's story
Michael O'Hagan is an internationally respected consultant with more than four decades of experience at the highest level of the global thoroughbred industry, specialising in strategic business connections and building partnerships.
Raised in Dundalk, Ireland, Michael's passion for the thoroughbred industry began at an early age, inspired by his father, Pat O'Hagan, a highly-regarded veterinary surgeon.
After graduating from the Irish National Stud Course, his career took him to France, the United States and back to Ireland before joining the world-renowned Coolmore Stud, where he developed extensive experience working with elite international clients and one of the industry's most successful global businesses.
Michael went on to serve as Chief Executive of both the Irish Thoroughbred Breeders' Association (ITBA) and Irish Thoroughbred Marketing (ITM), leading the promotion of Ireland's thoroughbred industry on the world stage. Working closely with government, industry leaders, and international organisations, he played a key role in strengthening global relationships, attracting investment and developing new commercial opportunities.
His expertise was further recognised through his appointment as Communications and International Affairs Director of Horse Racing Ireland (HRI).
He later joined Al Basti Equiworld, Dubai as International Advisor, helping to expand the company's international presence through strategic sponsorships, partnerships and innovative business initiatives, together with management of an extensive bloodstock portfolio.
Today, through MOH Consultancy, Michael draws upon an unrivalled international network and more than 40 years of senior leadership experience to help businesses build relationships, unlock commercial opportunities and achieve growth within the global thoroughbred and breeding industry.