Des Golden
Des Golden specialises in curating neuroscience-based leadership development programmes that deliver measurable results for teams. By designing bespoke workshops tailored to the unique needs of each organisation, Des helps leaders and teams enhance their communication, cognitive performance, and leadership capabilities under pressure.
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In addition to his leadership facilitation, Des is an experienced executive coach, partnering with leaders across a range of industries to support them in achieving peak performance. His background in Sport and Education, including lecturing at University College Cork (UCC) and coaching elite junior athletes at the Rafa Nadal Academy, has equipped him to design transformative experiences that resonate with both individuals and groups.
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Des has worked with senior managers from global companies such as Microsoft, Morgan Stanley, Amazon, and Johnson & Johnson, as well as CEOs of tech start-ups. His workshops and coaching interventions have enabled these leaders and their teams to optimise cognitive performance and navigate leadership challenges effectively.
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Currently a subject matter expert in Coaching for Leaders at the Professional Academy at University College Dublin, Des is also accredited by both the International Coaching Federation (ICF) and the European Mentoring Coaching Council (EMCC). He combines extensive industry experience with academic insight to deliver truly impactful leadership solutions.
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