Trinity Business Summit 2025

15:00-15:10 

Welcome and Opening 

Dean Laurent Muzellec

15:10-15:35

'Leading Diversity in Adversity'

Dr. Mary McAleese – former President of Ireland and Chairperson of the steering group on integration for the GAA, the LGFA, and the Camogie Association. 

In conversation with Dr. Eimear Nolan 

'Leading Teams & Growing Business' 

Benjamin Kayser, Former International French Rugby players and founder of VC firm Teampact

Jamie Heaslip, Former International Irish Rugby player, Growth Lead at Stripe.

In conversation with Dr. Sinead Monaghan

16:20-16:50 

'Sustainable Operations in Sports'

Peter Sherard, Olympics Ireland CEO

Annalise Murphy, Triple Olympian, Head of Operations at SportsKey

Peter McKenna, Stadium Director of Croke Park and Commercial Director of the GAA

In conversation with Prof. David Collings

17:00-17:30

'Performance & Resilience'

Diane Marie-Hardy, Heptathlon Champion, Rugby 7, JPMorgan Athlete Transition Programme.

Kevin Mc Laughlin, VP People and Operations, Kitman Lab

In conversation with Dr. Wlad Rivkin

17:30-18:00

'Winning'

Joe McCarthy & Ryan Baird, Irish International Rugby Players (and Trinity students)

In conversation with Prof. Andrew Burke

18:00 

Closing Remarks & Drinks Reception