Almost 15% of the population in Ireland (578,000 people) have an alcohol use disorder. However, according to the Health Research Board’s data on alcohol treatment in 2020, there were only 3319 new presentations gaining access to alcohol treatment services. This issue has been covered by The Irish Examiner and our hope is to raise awareness […]
Invitation The wonderful work of Alcohol Action Ireland is something that I have admired since it was established in 2003. Their endless campaigning and research has helped increase awareness and reduce the negative impact that harmful alcohol consumption has on this country. That is why I am delighted to announce my nomination to join the […]
A good friend and colleague of mine, Maurice Whelan is the managing director of Unleash Potential. This company align with my own interests around leadership development and executive coaching focusing on Mental Health in the workplace. It seems more and more progressive organisations are taking interest in this area; where working environments are open and […]
After receiving my International Executive MBA, I knew Vlerick Business School was something special. Not only does it encourage online learning, but excels in bringing together talented industry leaders from all corners of the world. Since becoming the Alumni Country Lead for Ireland, I realised how much Vlerick practice what they preach. By creating spaces […]
We walk hand-in-hand together As we approach International Women’s Day 2022, I would like to honour the women in my life. Their contributions to society, especially the emotional maturity, creativity, financial management, selflessness and sacrifices go largely unnoticed. Honouring these qualities, in the same way we do their male counterparts, might just create a space free […]
It’s that time of year again when love is in the air and you might want to share your blessings by supporting “Sophia’s Wish to Walk” appeal. This is a story about a young girl named Sophia who suffers from cerebral palsy. She lives in Newbridge along with her parents Laura, Adrian and her younger […]
The recent change in Irish law to introduce a Minimum Unit Pricing on alcohol has now come into effect. I am of the opinion that this is a clear step in the right direction, and here’s why… There are three types of alcohol consumers in Ireland: Normal drinkers (50% of population); harmful and hazardous drinkers […]
Many of us making plans this Christmas are doing so cautiously, as we come to the end of another year living with Covid-19. I plan to harvest disappointment of cancelled plans into resilience. Easier said than done! But if I give myself time to reflect on the beautiful things, I feel like this can be […]
I have made my choice, And leave with little weeping, I have come with meagre voice, To court the language of my people. Michael Hartnett (1941-1999) I don’t think that the poet Michael Hartnett would be too put out if I borrowed his delightful lines to describe my journey from active and chronic alcoholism to […]
During “Sweet October” (thank you Aoife Scott for this song title and beautiful lyrics), I celebrate two milestones: 1. My “Freedom Birthday” all on the one day across three locations in Dublin, Maynooth and London with family and friends, who continue to be the rock on which I cling onto in all sorts of weather. […]
Developing business plans from startups to large corporations, Paddy Creedon brings a personable and creative approach to business management.
Grounded in over 40 years experiences, along with his academic qualifications Paddy has the innate ability to get to the nub of the business challenges, quickly and is very solution focused.
Paddy also enjoys public speaking, poetry and creative writing...