IMI Talking Leadership

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Oct 2026

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A provider of world-class executive education, IMI equips leaders to build the future. In this podcast series, we hear from some of the world's leading business thinkers about what it takes to lead today.

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October 21, 202624 min

Communication Lessons from High-Performance Sport | with Eamon Devlin

Founder of Minute9 and Associate Fellow at Oxford Saïd Business School, Eamon is a former lawyer turned performance psychologist who helps elite sports teams and business leaders thrive under pressure. His ground breaking Minute9 HT Methodology™ has been used by top organisations, including Real Madrid, Leinster Rugby, Brighton FC, the Argentina national Rugby Team and several GAA teams to transform half-time communication to optimise game-day communication and performance.

October 15, 202624 min

Taking the Power to Make Change Happen | with Helen Bevan

Helen Bevan is one of the most influential thought leaders globally in the practice of large-scale change. Helen is a dynamic speaker and thought leader, bringing energy, evidence, and practical insights to audiences on topics such as distributed leadership, organisational culture, and movement-building for change. Her engaging style inspires people at every level to take action and make a difference. A master storyteller and thought leader, Helen blends evidence, practical experience, and fresh ideas to spark energy for transformation.

September 9, 202652 min

Leading Through Constant Change | with Jay Chopra

Jay Chopra specialises in leadership, resilience and team performance. He is Managing Director of Making Shift Happen and a former Pfizer Global Supply leader with more than 20 years’ experience working with senior leaders and executive teams across global organisations. As Associate Faculty and Programme Director at IMI, Jay designs and delivers programmes focused on leadership effectiveness, resilience and high-performance teams across corporate, public sector and academic environments. His expertise includes psychological safety, energy management, innovation capability and team effectiveness.

August 27, 202634 min

No Shortcuts - Part 4 | Eva Perez

Eva Perez has been an educator for over 20 years, delivering modules in the area of strategic marketing management. Most recently as programme director and chair she is also responsible for leading and managing the successful design and delivery of academic programmes. Her main area of expertise lies in digital marketing strategy and implementation and its impact on business strategy. Her research interests focus on educational technology and the adoption of social media as a teaching and learning tool. Eva acts as a consultant, coach and trainer to organisations around her network. She holds a Masters of Business Studies from Michael Smurfit School of Business and is currently pursuing her doctoral studies in the school of Education at Trinity College Dublin.

August 20, 202627 min

No Shortcuts Part 3 | with Brian Massey

Dr. Brian Massey is Head of Strategy Practice at Anordea, where he advises boards, executive teams, and founders on strategy, innovation, and organisational transformation. With over 20 years of experience across consulting, leadership, and advisory roles, he specialises in helping organisations navigate complex change, with a particular focus on AI-enabled business transformation and strategic growth.

August 17, 202640 min

No Shortcuts Part 2 | with Fabio Grassi

Fabio Grassi has over 17,000 hours of experience in training design and delivery and more than 1,500 hours in executive coaching, with a client satisfaction rating of 94%. His areas of specialisation include behavioural science, emotional intelligence, talent development, motivation, coaching and facilitation, with a focus on organisational development, leadership capability and team performance.

August 17, 202633 min

No Shortcuts Part 1 | with Kevin Quigley

Kevin Quigley is a senior leadership and management development specialist with over 30 years of international experience across sectors including technology, manufacturing, financial services, energy, sport, and education. He works with public and private sector organisations in Ireland and globally, helping leaders navigate complexity, drive change, and lead with emotional intelligence.

May 25, 202618 min

Redefining Work - The Power of Ownership & Agency with Niki Avraam

Niki Avraam is leading the charge in workplace evolution, combining her vast expertise as an employment lawyer and entrepreneur, to revolutionise how organisations approach leadership and future workforce development. Through her groundbreaking “Ownership Culture” framework, she equips leaders with battle-tested strategies to tackle today’s most pressing workplace challenges: disengagement; adaptability; and future-proof leadership.

April 30, 202616 min

Leading the Disruption with Claire Nutt

Claire is a trailblazer in digital HR transformation. Founder and CEO of Quantum HR, Claire holds Chartered Member status with the Chartered Institute of Personnel and Development (CIPD) and has a master’s level qualification in Human Resources Management. Her approach combines practical experience and a deep understanding of HR challenges with a strategic use of technology to create high-performing teams. Her mission is to provide innovative, technology-driven HR solutions that streamline processes, enhance efficiency, and support organisations through their digital transformation journey.