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From war zones to
boardrooms - the same
truth holds: how people
feel is how they perform
I help organisations create the conditions
where people and performance thrive.
What I Do
For organisations that want their people to thrive - and their business to grow.
Corporate Wellbeing
Wellbeing woven into how leaders lead and live, how work gets done, and how people are supported.
Keynote Speaking
Drawing on 14 years leading teams through crises and 15 more helping people and organisations perform sustainably. Talks that shift how people think about performance, recovery and growth.
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Team Retreats & Away Days
Step back to step up. Space for leadership teams and growing businesses to reset, think clearly and come back with renewed energy, focus and connection.
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The Business Case
The Cost of Getting It Wrong
The numbers are clear. Poor wellbeing is expensive. Investing in it returns far more than it costs.
Irish employees took mental health leave in 2024
SD Worxcost of poor mental health per employee, per year
IBEC, 2024of variance in employee engagement is attributable to the manager
Gallupreturn for every €1 invested in workplace mental health - rising to €6.30 for culture change and awareness initiatives.
Deloitte, 2024The question isn't whether wellbeing is worth investing in. It's where to focus that investment to make the most difference - for people and for performance.
the difference it makes
The Impact of Strategic Wellbeing Investment
When wellbeing is embedded at a leadership and cultural level, the results show up - in day to day interactions, team performance and business outcomes.
Reduced Burnout & Absenteeism
When leaders are well and work is well managed and organised, stress is more manageable. People work in ways they can sustain - protecting their energy, focus and effectiveness.
Improved Engagement & Retention
People are more likely to stay where they feel supported and are growing. A strong wellbeing culture shapes how people show up, contribute and grow.
Stronger Leadership & Teams
Leaders who manage their own awareness and energy lead more effectively - making better decisions, communicating well, and building the trust and confidence their teams need.
Sustainable High Performance
Built on strong leadership, a culture that supports people, and individual capacity to do great work.
Wellbeing by Design
We partner with boards, leaders, HR directors and management teams to achieve sustainable high performance over time.
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Calodagh McCumiskey
Leadership & Wellbeing Specialist · Keynote Speaker
For 14 years I led humanitarian operations across Africa and Asia - through war, drought, floods, tsunamis, earthquakes and epidemics. I learned first-hand what sustained pressure does to people and teams - and what enables them to keep going and thrive.
For the past 15 years I have brought that understanding to organisations and leadership teams across Ireland and beyond.
Wellbeing is the foundation of sustainable performance. When people are well, they perform well - in their work, their leadership and their lives. The work is grounded, person-centred and practical. Designed to support and grow the business - and the people who drive it.
Read my storyMy Approach
Every organisation is different. My work is designed to meet you where you are - and build something that fits your industry, culture, people and your goals.
Understand
Your industry, organisation, your goals, your people and where the pressure points are.
Design
The best approach for your organisation, aligned with your people and your goals.
Embed
Wellbeing into how leaders lead, how work gets done and how people are supported.
Keynote Speaking
Talks that shift how people think about performance, recovery and growth.
Drawing on almost 30 years working with teams in high-pressure environments, I deliver keynote talks that help people and organisations rethink performance, leadership and wellbeing at work. Each keynote is tailored to the audience, industry and event.
Signature Keynote
The Human Side of AI and Change
AI can elevate us in extraordinary ways - our efficiency, our reach, our possibilities. But if we outsource our thinking, our connection and our judgement to it, the cost is real - mentally, emotionally, spiritually. This talk is about conscious choice: how to harness what AI offers without losing our hearts.
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"Working with Calodagh, who presented at our annual sales conference, was a pleasure from day one. She listened carefully to our remit and was keen to ensure her presentation was meaningful, relevant, engaging, and practical. Her grounded, no-nonsense approach to life's challenges really resonated with our fast-paced sales force - no expectation to dance among the daisies, just simple, effective exercises to take a breath and become more mindful and calm. Thank you, Calodagh - I look forward to working with you again!"
"Inviting Spiritual Earth to partner with #teamdulann has been one of the best strategic decisions that this company has made. The relationship has provided us with a unique competitive advantage that continues to deliver far in excess of the investment required. What started out as an initiative to prioritise wellbeing on a personal level, has resulted in a strategic partnership that has certainly strengthened our team, but has also significantly contributed to our business outcomes. Higher engagement, lower absenteeism, increased performance and improved morale, continue to be invaluable pillars in our strive to maintain our position as market leader. In a world where the term "wellbeing" is often bandied about freely, we found Calodagh's expertise, patience and overall approach both refreshing and balanced! We hope the relationship continues for years to come."
"Working with Calodagh has been transformative for our business. What started as a practical step to address the growing importance of wellbeing quickly became one of the most valuable investments we've made in our team. Her approach doesn't just deliver sessions - it creates real change. Our staff felt genuinely supported, valued, and part of the business in a way we hadn't seen before. One long-standing team member experienced a complete shift in confidence that has lasted ever since. Calodagh's work helped us build a strong, practical wellbeing strategy that supports both our people and our growth goals. Her work delivers a highly time and cost-efficient way to embed wellbeing across a business and the return is far beyond what you expect. If you're serious about your people and your future, working with Calodagh is an easy decision."
"We work closely with Calodagh. We see her as a valuable additional team member - the one who helps the rest of us with focus and productivity, who we know we can turn to for that bit of extra support when needed. Highly recommend."
"Calodagh has been my mentor for 10 months When I started with her, I was distracted, sloppy and stuck in an old-school mindset. My business has transformed. She has helped me clear arrears, solve critical problems that have been ongoing for years, and get on top of the day-to-day which has been particularly challenging in recent years. Running your own business and being the boss can be lonely and stressful. Calodagh works with me like a partner. She is a sounding board and helps me think things through, deal with the curve balls as they come and stay focussed and achieve goals. She has uncommon common sense. I would highly recommend anyone thinking of taking on a mentor to look no further. Calling Calodagh is the best business decision I have made in the last 5 years."
"Co. Wexford Education Centre would highly recommend Calodagh McCumiskey. She is a pleasure to work with. She is so passionate and professional in everything she does. We have been delighted to have Calodagh host our online wellbeing webinars for our Education Centre over the last few years. All of her sessions have received excellent feedback."
"Working with Calodagh has transformed the support that we can now offer to charities across Co. Wexford. From working with Calodagh we have developed a Wellbeing Policy that provides charities and community groups with a resource that enables them to provide support to volunteers within their organisations who may need it. Calodagh's attention to detail and level of understanding of the issues from charities across Co. Wexford was exceptional. I couldn't recommend her enough."
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Let's Start the Conversation
Whether you're looking for a keynote speaker, a strategic partner, or a fresh perspective on how wellbeing fits into your organisation - I'd love to hear from you.
Every engagement begins with a conversation to understand your needs and explore the best way forward.
Based in Ireland. Working with organisations across Dublin, nationwide, and internationally.