Liam Sheedy is one of Ireland’s most impactful sporting figures and a seasoned executive leader, bringing over 25 years of experience in driving outstanding results across both corporate and sporting environments.
With a distinguished 18-year career at Bank of Ireland, Liam held numerous leadership roles where he designed and implemented operational, cultural, and people strategies that significantly improved business results for the bank.
Over decades, Liam has developed and led high-performance teams in both corporate and sporting environments. Throughout his career, he has consistently fostered high-performance cultures, driving step changes in both top and bottom-line results. At Bank of Ireland, he spearheaded a program of change and efficiency that resulted in 30% growth in core businesses while optimizing resources. Additionally, he designed and implemented a competency model and behavior change program, driving a 50% uplift in revenues, while his programs led to higher employee engagement and significant improvements in customer satisfaction.
His nationally recognized High-Performance Model for teams and individuals has been instrumental in driving elite performance in his teams and clients, blending strategic insight with an innate ability to inspire and lead.
Liam is one of Irish sport's most accomplished leaders. As a former All-Ireland Final Winning Manager with Tipperary in 2010, he stepped down to focus on his career before returning to capture the big prize once again in 2019. He has demonstrated exceptional leadership throughout his tenure. His leadership in sports has earned him numerous accolades, including Philips Manager of the Year.
Liam’s extensive work in Ireland's sporting governance includes serving as a long-standing member of the Sport Ireland board and former Chair of the High-Performance Committee, where he oversaw the development of a national strategy for elite athletes and enhanced sporting infrastructure. He also served on the board of University of Limerick Sport and is a former member of the GAA management committee.
Liam’s expertise in cultivating elite performance and building a culture of excellence continues to influence both the corporate and sporting worlds, making him a sought-after leader in organisational, team and individual performance. Liam holds a Master’s Degree in Coaching and Performance from Ulster University.