Leadership Roots with Mark Redmond

Catherine traces her journey from her first Commodore 64 to her place at the top table of Irish tech in this warm, insightful and often funny look back on a career spanning over twenty-five years. 

She talks about the importance of “cultivating your calm” and “taking a pause” when making decisions in the fast-paced world of tech. She tells Mark that while a positively challenging environment can “raise the bar”, fear is the enemy of great potential, and she also explains why leaders need to let their people know they are open to all types of feedback, taking whatever is said as an opportunity to learn.

A forty-minute masterclass from one of Ireland’s most experienced corporate leaders.

A fascinating insight into the values and ambitions of a leader who has combined a stellar international sports career with a high-impact business and tech sector journey. Jamie speaks about his mentors, his value system and how he keeps his wide range of pursuits in balance.  A must listen for anyone seeking perspective on their life or unsure about their next chapter.

A very warm, insightful and personal contribution from one of Ireland’s most senior and experienced multinational leaders. Siobhan speaks about staying true to your values and what you believe in and describes how her values were formed from a very young age.

She draws on her extensive experience as a leader in both the U.S. and Europe in providing valued insights on topics including grabbing opportunity, having your own personal board of advisors and assessing risk.

This quote from Katie Taylor is a good summary of Declan’s leadership approach. He talks about the importance of mentors, being curious and building lasting relationships on his journey to becoming CEO at Irish Life. He also shares his insights on how opportunity can come from adversity, developing and communicating the strategic path ahead and getting all in the organisation aligned behind a shared vision. And there is a bit of Crocodile Dundee and The Stone Roses in the mix!

Explainer

"Hiya hon” is a common, friendly local greeting used in County Wexford and across Ireland meaning "How are you?"

Helen explains to Mark how she built a team that was respected globally and how she navigated a role that was considered one of the most challenging in the global regulatory space, through a time of unprecedented change.

She seamlessly weaves her corporate and personal perspectives to provide great insights on harnessing fear to enhance performance, developing resilience, showing self-care and knowing what you are about as a leader. A fascinating insight into the demands of a global leadership role.

Explainers

“GDPR” The General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), in force from May 2018, governs data protection and privacy for EU citizens. It regulates how organisations collect, store, use, and manage the personal data of EU residents.

“Regulatory capture” happens when a regulatory agency, expected to act in the public interest, loses direction and advances the agenda of the special interest groups or sectors it is supposed to be regulating

Billy provides a masterclass on developing strategy, embedding it in the organisation’s culture, leading through a crisis and creating a psychologically safe workplace that empowers diversity of thought. He provides actionable advice on effective delegation, managing below par performance and achieving work-life balance.

In this compelling episode, Jacqui speaks about her 40 year career spanning financial services, regulatory bodies and the civil service. Sharing insights that will inspire many, she speaks about experiencing gender inequality, post-natal depression and leaving a secure position to join the public service – and then rising to Secretary General level.

Mamobo shares her journey from childhood, where she felt she did not belong, to founding GORM, a multi-award winning social enterprise and how she brings to life her personal mission to unify the world.

Bob shares the insights he has gained from his many roles including as senior multinational leader, board chair and strategy advisor. He talks about the key skills of authentic leadership, his leadership formula, showing political awareness and leading with empathy.

Davinia talks about her journey from being “the lawyer at the table to the leader at the table”. She shares her experiences on showing up and being visible, managing the inner critic, the importance of self-care and achieving balance.