Our Networks
Welcome to our Networks community, an initiative run by the ODC team designed to foster collaboration, knowledge sharing and peer support across organisations funded by Sport Ireland. This programme brings together individuals from diverse organisations to create a strong network where best practices, insights and innovative ideas are exchanged. Through structured networking opportunities and facilitated discussions, participants can avail of CPD opportunities, connect and collaborate with peers.
The Leadership Network is an exclusive community designed by Sport Ireland for CEOs and LSP Coordinators who seek to grow, connect, and lead with greater impact. In today’s fast-paced world, having a trusted network of visionary leaders is not just valuable, it’s essential.
If you are a CEO or LSP Coordinator why not join us and access high-level insights, have meaningful connections and conversations, and opportunities that drive both personal and professional success.
The Elevate Network is a dynamic new network bringing together leaders, managers, and aspiring managers from our past programmes ARENA, ACCELERATE and ASPIRE. This network is designed to foster meaningful connections, share valuable insights, and create even greater opportunities for collaborating, learning and career growth. By bringing these networks together, we are creating a diverse community of professionals driving the future of leadership in Irish sport.
Whether you're a HR professional or juggling HR responsibilities as part of your role in the sport sector, the HR Network is your go-to hub for support, resources, and connections. Join a network of like-minded professionals to stay informed on best practices, industry trends, and workplace solutions. Gain access to expert insights, peer discussions, CPD opportunities to help you navigate the evolving HR landscape. Connect, learn, and grow with us, because strong HR makes for stronger workplaces.
Elevate your impact, expand your network, and stay at the forefront of executive coaching and mentoring. Our exclusive platform connects experienced coaches and mentors, providing a space for collaboration, knowledge-sharing, and professional growth. Whether you're looking to refine your skills, gain fresh insights, or connect with like-minded professionals, our network offers the resources and community to help you thrive. If you are an executive coach or mentor in the sports sector, why not join us by contacting the ODC team today.
The Marketing Communications & Sponsorship Network is a dedicated space for professionals in the sports sector to connect, collaborate, and elevate the world of marketing, communications, and sponsorships.
By joining, you’ll gain access to:
- Valuable insights from the sector
- A supportive community of likeminded professionals
- Resources and best practices to enhance your strategies
- Opportunities to grow your network and impact
Whether you're managing sponsorships, or leading marketing campaigns, this network is designed to support and inspire you.
If you’d like to join any of these networks, please discuss with your manager and contact the ODC team at odc@sportireland.ie
Disclaimer
Sport Ireland manages and facilitates a range of sectoral networks. The primary purpose of each network is to support peer-to-peer learning, idea sharing, and networking between participants. It is the responsibility of each network participant employed in the sports sector to ensure they have appropriate approval from their respective organisation to participate in the network and its related range of events. The range of opportunities made available to a network participant is for that individual only and must not be shared with others who are not members of the network.
For the avoidance of doubt, any advice, feedback, or information that may be sought and received informally from other network participants from time to time, including from Sport Ireland employees who are members of a particular network, should not be viewed as a substitute for advice, feedback, or information sought and received from an appropriately qualified and independent professional source.
In relation to the above, it is recommended that network participants consult the governing documentation within their own sporting organisations and engage with an appropriately qualified independent professional (including legal, financial, and governance) source where necessary.
The final decision on the policies, procedures, processes, practices, and related actions for each organisation is a matter for its senior leadership team and board / highest governing structure. The advice, feedback, or information informally sought and received from peer network participants may be of assistance with decision-making in relation to these areas but should not be utilised in place of the independent professional advice referred to above.
For the avoidance of doubt, engagement or communication with any network does not constitute formal engagement or communication with Sport Ireland. Furthermore, Sport Ireland does not accept any responsibility or liability for the nature of the advice, feedback, or information that may be informally received from peer participants within any network.