What lies at the root of great leadership? Mark Redmond explores the answer to this question in candid conversations with Irish leaders from a diverse range of backgrounds in sport, business, academia and beyond. Together with his guests, he explores the turning points that changed their paths; the challenges they faced, the chances they took, and the people who helped them get to the top of their chosen pursuit. Drawing on Mark's experience as a former leader in two of Ireland’s most influential business organisations and as a leadership coach at Redmond Coaching, Leadership Roots weaves practical insight with powerful personal stories offering hard-won lessons and thoughtful advice for the leaders of tomorrow in every episode.
Leadership Roots with Mark Redmond
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What lies at the root of great leadership? Mark Redmond explores the answer to this question in candid conversations with Irish leaders from a diverse range of backgrounds in sport, business, academia and beyond. Together with his guests, he explores the turning points that changed their paths; the challenges they faced, the chances they took, and the people who helped them get to the top of their chosen pursuit. Drawing on Mark's experience as a former leader in two of Ireland’s most influential business organisations and as a leadership coach at Redmond Coaching, Leadership Roots weaves practical insight with powerful personal stories offering hard-won lessons and thoughtful advice for the leaders of tomorrow in every episode.
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August 4, 2026
“It’s ok to walk through the valley of doubt, just don’t set up camp there” with Declan Bolger, CEO of the Irish Life Group
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?"
July 14, 2026
“Fear is a great thing to keep you going and keep you showing up” with Helen Dixon, Consultant with Mason, Hayes & Curran and former Data Protection Commissioner
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
June 23, 2026
“Leading in a crisis – it’s all about communication” with Billy Hann, CEO of Dublin Bus
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.
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