TritonLake Perform

TritonLake, as title sponsors of the Ireland Sevens programme, brings you TritonLake Perform – a podcast series that will explore the intersection of sport and business, and in particular, the necessary ingredients when it comes to creating and maintaining a dynamic high-performance culture. Hosted by TritonLake founder and CEO, Conor Smyth, guests on TritonLake Perform will come from the worlds of sport and business and looks into what has helped them to excel in their respective environments while also tackling challenges along the way. In this episode, Conor speaks with Tim Horan, a double World Cup winner with Australia. Beyond his on-field achievements, Tim has built a reputation as a thoughtful leader and communicator, both in business and in sport. In this episode of Perform, we explore Tim’s journey from the early days of his career through the highs of World Cup glory, the challenges of serious injury, and the transition to life after professional rugby. Tim shares insights on leadership under pressure, the value of adaptability, and what it means to sustain excellence over time.

TritonLake, as title sponsors of the Ireland Sevens programme, brings you TritonLake Perform – a podcast series that will explore the intersection of sport and business, and in particular, the necessary ingredients when it comes to creating and maintaining a dynamic high-performance culture. Hosted by TritonLake founder and CEO, Conor Smyth, guests on TritonLake Perform will come from the worlds of sport and business and looks into what has helped them to excel in their respective environments while also tackling challenges along the way. In this episode, Ryan Casey, founder of C11 Recovery, joins host & TritonLake CEO, Conor Smyth, to discuss his unconventional journey from working in his father's construction business to building a thriving international enterprise. Ryan shares the deeply personal story behind the name C11 Recovery, he reveals the "all-in" decision-making process that propelled C11 Recovery's rapid growth and offers a candid look at the challenges and triumphs of expanding C11 Recovery across Ireland, the UK, Spain, and the Middle East. The discussion covers the strategic partnerships that have cemented C11 Recovery's position, including being the official recovery partner for Munster Rugby, Cricket Ireland, Basketball Ireland, and securing a prestigious three-year contract with The R&A for The Open. A key theme of the conversation is the powerful intersection of sport and business where Ryan draws parallels between his hurling career and leading C11 Recovery. He explains how C11 Recovery maintains an elite level of service for all clients, from professional athletes like Rory McIlroy and David Clifford to local GAA clubs, making high-performance recovery accessible to everyone. Looking ahead, Ryan shares his vision for C11 Recovery, focusing on fostering an enjoyable and fulfilling work environment for his team, believing that this internal culture will naturally translate into an exceptional experience for clients. He concludes with a powerful message about the true cost of success, emphasising hard work, sacrifice, and a "little bit of delusion" as key ingredients for building something from the ground up.

TritonLake, as title sponsors of the Ireland Sevens programme, brings you TritonLake Perform – a podcast series that will explore the intersection of sport and business, and in particular, the necessary ingredients when it comes to creating and maintaining a dynamic high-performance culture. Hosted by TritonLake founder and CEO, Conor Smyth, guests on TritonLake Perform will come from the worlds of sport and business and looks into what has helped them to excel in their respective environments while also tackling challenges along the way. In this episode, Conor sits down with Swim Ireland CEO and former President of the Olympic Federation of Ireland, Sarah Keane to discuss her journey from being a water polo international, to leading national sporting organisations. Sarah shares insights into the challenges and rewards of leadership, the importance of diversity and inclusion, and the key ingredients to creating a high-performance culture. Sarah discusses her early experiences in swimming to her transition from athlete to administrator, including her time at Matheson Law Firm, and how her background in law shaped her approach to governance and decision-making. Sarah also delves into her role as President of the Olympic Federation of Ireland during a period of significant change and reform. Building upon her experience, Sarah explores the importance of athlete voices, and the roleof national governing bodies in supporting athletes. She shares her perspective on thesuccess of Irish athletes at Paris 2024 Olympics and the key factors

TritonLake, as title sponsors of the Ireland Sevens programme, brings you TritonLake Perform – a podcast series that will explore the intersection of sport and business, and in particular, the necessary ingredients when it comes to creating and maintaining a dynamic high-performance culture. Hosted by TritonLake founder and CEO, Conor Smyth, guests on TritonLake Perform will come from the worlds of sport and business and looks into what has helped them to excel in their respective environments while also tackling challenges along the way. In this episode, Conor sits down with former Irish Rugby Sevens and 15s player Eimear Considine to discuss her unique journey in rugby, from her Gaelic football roots in County Clare to representing Ireland on the international stage. Eimear shares insights into the challenges and triumphs of transitioning between sports, the intensity of elite training, and the realities of balancing motherhood with the demands of high performance sport. Growing up playing Gaelic football and Camogie, Eimear's path took an unexpected turn when she was scouted for the Ireland Sevens team, having never played rugby before. She discusses the steep learning curve, the physical and mental adjustments required, and the invaluable skills she gained that ultimately shaped her rugby career. Eimear also delves into the realities of juggling a full-time teaching career with the rigorous demands of international rugby. Eimear explores the setbacks she faced, including significant injuries like an ACL tear, and the extraordinary challenge of navigating the road to recovery whilst also becoming a mother. She shares her perspective on the support systems needed for female athletes returning to sport after pregnancy, and the changes she believes are necessary to create a more inclusive and understanding environment.

TritonLake, as title sponsors of the Ireland Sevens programme, brings you TritonLake Perform – a podcast series that will explore the intersection of sport and business, and in particular, the necessary ingredients when it comes to creating and maintaining a dynamic high-performance culture. Hosted by TritonLake founder and CEO, Conor Smyth, guests on TritonLake Perform will come from the worlds of sport and business and looks into what has helped them to excel in their respective environments while also tackling challenges along the way. In this episode, Conor sits down with former Leinster, Munster and Ireland player Andrew Conway to discuss his time as a professional athlete, from his early days in Leinster, followed by a move to Munster and right onto the Irish stage. The 30-time Irish capped player speaks on the highs and lows he experienced through sport and injury while also talking through his newly launched business 5XFlow and how his time on the field has contributed to this passion.   Growing up in Dublin, Conway experienced the ideal rise in rugby, hailing from Blackrock College before heading to the Leinster academy at the age of just 18. A unique pivot at the time, Conway headed southbound to Munster. Speaking on the misconception that he went there for game time, Conway had to earn the respect of his teammates. Andrew goes on to speak on his illustrious career for both Munster and Ireland including playing in the 2019 Rugby World Cup. Building upon his on-field triumphs, Andrew explores his transition to off-field success, marked by the creation of 5XFlow, a venture dedicated to harmonising professional performance with the essential human experience. Conway mentions his work with rising rugby stars Jack Crowley and Craig Casey and delves deeper into his experiences under Joe Schmidt's guidance, the challenges and opportunities posed by injuries, and the core principles that now fuel his daily life.