Flogas hosts Trio of Olympic Business Breakfasts in the run up to Paris 2024
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Flogas is proud to be the official energy partner of the Irish Olympic Team for the Paris 2024 Games, celebrating 100 years of Team Ireland. With more than 120 athletes set to compete, this summer marks one of the most anticipated events in Irish sport.
As part of this partnership, the Flogas Olympic Business Breakfast Series was held in Dublin, Cork, and Northern Ireland from March to May 2024. These events brought together elite athletes, coaches, and psychologists to discuss high-performance sport and the personal and professional demands that come with it.
Dublin Breakfast – March 2024
Hosted by Olympian and Flogas brand ambassador David Gillick, the Dublin event featured:
- Sophie Becker – Tokyo 2020 Olympian and European silver medallist (2024, 4×400m relay)
- Kenneth Egan – Beijing 2008 Olympic silver medallist (boxing)
- Jim Gavin – Former manager of Dublin GAA’s senior football team (2012–2019)
Cork Breakfast – April 2024
The Cork event featured:
- Philip Doyle – Olympian rower and World Championship medallist
- Robert Heffernan – London 2012 bronze medallist and 2013 World Champion (race walking)
- Caroline Currid – Sports psychologist and performance coach (four-time All-Ireland GAA winner)
Northern Ireland Breakfast – May 2024
The Northern Ireland event included:
- Rhys McClenaghan – Artistic gymnast, World Champion (2022, 2023), and RTÉ Sportsperson of the Year 2023
- Michaela Walsh – Commonwealth Games gold medallist (2022) and Tokyo 2020 Olympian
- Dr Paul Gaffney – Head of Psychology, Team Ireland
These popular events offered attendees a rare glimpse into the mindset and preparation of elite athletes, as well as personal stories and ‘epiphany’ moments from both athletes and the professionals who support them.
“We were delighted to welcome Flogas as a proud partner of Team Ireland last year. Their work with Team Ireland delivers on so many fronts — from high-performance support and innovation to personal development and life skills. We are very grateful for the energy they bring to helping our athletes achieve their goals ahead of the Paris 2024 Games and beyond.”
“Flogas is immensely proud to be the official energy partner for Team Ireland at the Paris 2024 Olympic Games. Through the Flogas Olympic Business Breakfast Series, we've brought together some of the most inspiring names in sport, sharing insights on dedication, resilience, and mental strength. We look forward to witnessing Team Ireland’s incredible achievements in Paris and continuing our support into the future.”