December 4th 2024
Salthill Hotel, Galway
Inspiring A Nation
The Premier Business & Networking Event In The West of Ireland – The Galway Executive Skillnet BiG* BANG Event is the highlight not to be missed – a business lunch with a powerful impact on December 4th 2024 in the Salthill Hotel, Galway.
Special guest speaker – Bundee Aki
MC – Margaret Cox
Tickets are €25 pp or a table of 10 for €200 – all proceeds going to our event charity partner, the Blue Teapot Theatre Company.
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2024 Speakers
Bundee Aki
Born in Otahuhu, New Zealand, and now an Irish citizen since September 2024, Bundee Aki is a versatile and formidable rugby union player. His inspiring journey from a young talent in New Zealand to a key figure in the Irish national team is one of resilience and hard graft.
Aki’s rugby career took off after a standout performance at Manurewa High School, where he quickly made a name for himself in provincial and Super Rugby competitions, culminating in a successful stint with the Chiefs.
In 2013, Aki moved to Galway where he became an integral part of his new home team, delivering exceptional performances, including a Player’s Player of the Season award and Connacht’s historic PRO12 title win in 2016.
Aki’s impressive form earned him a place in the Irish national team in 2017. He has since become a cornerstone of the squad, contributing significantly to their success in the Six Nations, Rugby World Cups, and international tours, as well as becoming a British & Irish Lion. Known for his powerful carries and strong defensive work, Aki is considered one of the world’s top rugby players.
Margaret Cox
Margaret is Director & CEO of ICE Group. As a committed Leader with, unique experience in leading and managing a multi-faceted and thriving successful business, and a successful career in Irish National Government (10 years as a Senator), her vision is to make people’s lives better. This includes the people who she works with, the clients that she supports, and the community and society that she lives in.
Margaret is also the author of ‘The 3-Day Weekend‘ book on the company’s 4 Day Work Week journey.
Adrian Furey
VP Global Supply Chair at Dexcom, Adrian brings over 25 years of experience in the medical device industry across Ireland, North America, and Puerto Rico. With a background in mechanical engineering and expertise in global supply chain management, Adrian has held key positions at Zimmer Biomet, Abbott Vascular, DePuy, Covidien, and Medtronic. His leadership in supply chain excellence and diverse roles in operations make him a valuable asset in the medical technology sector.
Lorraine Moran
VP Operations at STERIS (EMEA), Lorraine has nearly three decades of experience in the medical technology and healthcare industry. Starting at STERIS in 1996 as a Quality Manager, Lorraine has progressed through various operational roles. With a strong engineering background, additional qualifications in quality management and finance, and experience at Digital Equipment Corporation, she plays a crucial role in leading STERIS’s operational strategies in Europe, the Middle East, and Africa.
Val Baynes
Chief Financial Officer at ICE Group, Ireland’s first company to implement a 4-Day Work Week. A graduate of Commerce and Accounting from the University of Galway, Val’s diverse career includes roles as Executive Manager of Financial Control at Commonwealth Bank in Australia, National Insurance Recoveries Manager at QBE Insurance Australia and co-founder of Sydney Irish Rugby Football Club. His unique blend of international finance experience and entrepreneurial spirit positions him as a key figure in shaping innovative workplace practices and financial strategies.
All ticket proceeds will go to our Charity Partner for this event, the Blue Teapot Theatre Company.
Learn more about this bold, diverse, Irish theatre company working with artists with intellectual disabilities.
What is the BiG* BANG Event?
Connect with a local network of peers
Our BiG* events are perfect for that catch-up chat with your colleagues and friends. Bring your team, make introductions, share insights, and enjoy the show.
Learn, Unlearn, Relearn
To stay ahead in business, we all need to adapt to change. The BiG* Leaders Summit delivers new thoughts on existing challenges and gives you the chance to reflect on your successes and build for the future.
Share the excitement
This is one of the standout events in the West of Ireland, take pictures, post your thoughts, take your new employees. A free event that pays back in learnings and enjoyment.
BiG* Names
Our Past Speakers
BiG* stands for Based in Galway – We are Galway Executive Skillnet and we believe that while Galway is recognised as ‘the place to live in Ireland’ we need to ensure that it is ‘the place to work in Ireland’. To achieve this aim we need strong successful businesses, with strong successful teams, managers and leaders.
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FAQs
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How do I sign up for the event?
Contact us today to make a table booking for the event.
When will the event take place?
December 4th 2024 in Galway.
Is there a cost associated with registering for this event?
Yes, this event is €25 per person or a table of 10 people for €200. These funds go to our Charity Partner for the BiG* BANG The Blue Teapot Theatre Company. Find out more about their great work and productions on: https://blueteapot.ie/
Will there be opportunities to ask questions during the show?
We offer Question & Answer segments to our guest speakers when time allows and a roving microphone will go through the audience.
Join Us!
BiG* BANG 2024 with Bundee Aki at our Network Lunch Event takes place on December 4th 2024.