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Women in High Performance Sport : A Saint Brigid’s Season Event

Feb 26, 2026

Location Ambassade d'Irlande, Paris 751162, Rue Rude75116, Paris
Register now for a roundtable event featuring some of the key Irish women in high-performance sport in France. We will explore how leadership and decision-making in uncertain environments are critical for women, both in sport and in business.
Women in High Performance Sport : A Saint Brigid’s Season Event

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Women in High Performance Sport - How the Principles of Elite Sport Drive Business Success

Did you know: 

 

  • 94% of women in C-suite positions played competitive sports, with 52% having played at the university level.
  • 80% of female Fortune 500 CEOs grew up playing sports

The following themes will be explored: 

 

  • Cultivating Resilience and Mental Toughness: Learn how elite athletes manage pressure, overcome setbacks, and maintain a winning mindset, and apply these strategies to navigate business challenges.
  • The Power of Teamwork and Collaboration: Discover how the dynamics of high-performing teams in sport foster the communication and collaboration skills essential for the modern workplace.
  • Strategic Goal Setting and Execution: Understand the methodologies athletes use to set and achieve ambitious goals from short-term objectives to long-term vision and how this translates to effective business strategy.
  • Authentic Leadership and Confidence: Explore how participation in sport builds self-belief and a confident leadership style that inspires others.
The event will take place at the Embassy of Ireland in Paris on Thursday February 26th at 6.30pm. Registration is necessary and you can do so here or from the attached invitation.
 
We regret there will be no PMR access at this event.

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