LIVING LEADERSHIP
Shaping leaders for the future of
fast-moving, complex organisations.
NOVA
The ignition point for women leaders rising in tech.
Bold women.
Brilliant minds.
Real impact.
Not just another
box-ticking training course.
Living Leadership is a transformative leadership journey designed specifically for leaders
who want to lead with clarity, empathy and real impact.
Blending interactive, in-person workshops with personalised coaching and practical, real-world tools, the programme supports leaders to grow in confidence, strengthen how they communicate and motivate others, and create the kind of cultures where people thrive and performance follows.
Living Leadership focuses on the human skills that make the
biggest difference day to day.
Subsidised funding is available through Irish Medtech Skillnet.
OUTCOMES
Living Leadership Graduates will:
- Lead with confidence, clarity and authenticity
- Navigate change with resilience and impact
- Take ownership of your leadership and career path
- Accelerate growth through targeted development and coaching
- Learn directly from leaders within the MedTech sector
- Expand your professional network through strength-based networking
INSIDE LIVING LEADERSHIP
In-Person & Virtual
Workshops
Learn by doing, not listening.
Practical, immersive workshops built around real conversation, reflection and application. Build self-awareness, strengthen how you show up as a leader and learn alongside peers from across the medtech sector.
Genos EI Leadership Assessment
Understand the impact you’re really having.
Gain clear, constructive insight into how your leadership is experienced by others. Build a greater self-awareness, clarity and a roadmap for the leader you want to become.
1-to-1 coaching sessions
Support, focused on what matters most.
Work one-to-one with an experienced executive coach to explore your strengths, stretch your thinking and identify the shifts that will have the greatest impact on your leadership day to day.
"I expect to be able to look back and say that this course was life changing.
Thank you!"
"I've been on many training courses over the years, this is the first one where I didn't lose focus. Right up there with the very best."
PROGRAMME SCHEDULE
MODULE 1
Full day, In-person
Becoming a More Emotionally Intelligent Leader & Creating Psychological Safety
90 minutes, in-person
Coaching Session & Genos EI Debrief
MODULE 2
Half-day, Virtual
Setting Yourself up for Success
60 minutes, virtual
Coaching Session 2
MODULE 3
Full day, In-person
Turning Obstacles into Opportunities
MODULE 4
Half day, virtual
Expanding your Network and Growing your Influence
60 minutes, virtual
Coaching Session 3
MODULE 4
Full day, In-person
Graduation & Leadership Journey Mapping
GUEST SPEAKERS
Real stories from industry leaders
On each in-person day, participants will hear directly from senior leaders across the medtech and adjacent industries, offering first-hand perspectives, practical strategies and lived experiences.
PLUS EVEN MORE TO SUPPORT YOUR GROWTH
Emotional Intelligence Leadership Assessment & Coaching
Personalised Genos Emotional Intelligence Leadership Assessment and three executive leadership coaching sessions to turn insight into action - and elevate how you lead, connect, and show up.
Formal Accreditation
Earn a recognised professional certificate and gain membership to The Institute of Leadership.
You’ll also receive a verified digital credential you can showcase on your LinkedIn profile to highlight your achievement and expertise.
Additional Resources
Access a suite of practical tools designed to strengthen your leadership and support sustained behaviour change. Through Genos Grow, our self-paced learning platform, you’ll build and embed emotionally intelligent habits that enhance wellbeing, communication and collaboration.
You’ll also receive a collection of resources to keep your growth on track, including:
• Guided workbooks and reflection tools
• Recommended journaling and productivity apps
• Nudge videos to reinforce key behaviours
• Communication reminders to help you stay consistent
BENEFITS
TO PARTICIPANTS
-> Develop deep self-awareness as a leader
-> Drive lasting change in yourself and your team
-> Lead with confidence in uncertainty and complexity
-> Strengthen communication and influence
-> Take ownership of your leadership direction
-> Expand your influence beyond your role
BENEFITS
TO ORGANISATIONS
-> Drive lasting behaviour change, not short-term uplift
-> Build stronger, more effective leadership capability
-> Improve team engagement, trust and performance
-> Drive better decision-making and accountability
-> Support effective change and transformation initiatives
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
How to apply?
Booking is available on the Irish Medtech Skillnet website here.
How do I know if it's right for me?
Living Leadership is designed for professionals working in the medtech, engineering, manufacturing and adjacent sectors who are ready to grow their leadership influence and impact.
It’s for you if you’re:
- A seasoned or emerging leader
- In a middle management role with direct reports and responsible for key functions.
- At a pivotal stage in your career, navigating challenges as you prepare for more senior opportunities.
- Ready to shift from technical expert to strategic influencer.
- Craving practical tools, mentorship, and
a strong peer network. - Looking to build your leadership presence,
clarity, and communication.
How much does it cost?
Please contact Irish Medtech Skillnet for details on pricing and subsidised costs available.
Will I receive a certificate?
Yes. On the final day of the programme, participants will take part in a graduation ceremony and receive a Certificate of Completion, formally accredited by The Institute of Leadership. In addition, participants will be awarded a digital badge recognising their achievement, which can be shared on LinkedIn, professional portfolios, and other digital profiles to showcase their accomplishment.
How much do I have to participate?
We understand that unexpected events can arise; however, participation in this programme is designed to be highly interactive and developmental. Because places are limited, we ask that participants commit fully to attending all scheduled sessions and coaching engagement. This ensures that every space is offered to someone ready to engage fully and gain the greatest value from the experience. Please see below details on time commitment.
Course structure
The Living Leadership Programme runs over a three-month period and includes:
- 3 x full-day, in-person workshops (9:00–17:00).
- 2 x half-day, virtual sessions (9:30am-1pm),(lots of breaks provided!).
- In addition, each participant receives three one-hour executive coaching sessions, scheduled flexibly to suit their availability. They also gain access to their personalised digital report and Genos Grow, our self-paced e-learning platform. The time participants invest in developing these behaviours beyond the core sessions is entirely up to them - the more they put in, the greater the personal impact they’ll see.
- Across the programme, participants are encouraged to engage with a range of digital learning resources, toolkits, and reflection exercises that reinforce key concepts. The depth of engagement with these self-directed materials is at the participant’s discretion, allowing flexibility to align with individual learning styles and schedules.
- Overall, the total time commitment over six months is approximately 35 hours, combining structured development, individual coaching, and applied reflection.
What previous Living Leadership
Participants said:
"Last year, I had the opportunity to take part in the Living Leadership programme, and I can honestly say I thoroughly enjoyed the experience.
I met some fantastic people from across the MedTech sector who, from the very beginning, were open and honest about their leadership journeys. That openness was made possible by Deiric and Mary Ann, who created a safe, supportive environment where everyone felt comfortable to speak and share. The programme helped me learn a great deal about myself, encouraging reflection and enabling me to show up with greater intention and confidence as a leader. Well done to Irish Medtech Skillnet and Genos Europe for developing a human-centric leadership programme. If you, or someone on your team, are looking to develop your leadership skills, I would highly recommend it."
- Barbara Kelly (Human Resource Manager, Serosep)
"This was the 1st course I have taken where I didn't lose focus. Deiric and the Genos team really delivered an excellent course. Mary Ann was my mentor and she really did make me feel important to her and her role as a mentor. I hope to take a lot of actions from this course to help me develop as a manager at
Writech. Thank you to the Genos team."
- Karl Furlong, Manager Writech
"Speakers were so engaging, which is very difficult to keep a groups attention but they did so brilliantly. The course really focuses inward on yourself and what you want to achieve and personal goals, not just leadership, felt like life coaching at times which I enjoyed and took."
- Living Leadership Attendee
MEET THE TRAINERS
Mary Ann McGowan
Mary Ann is passionate about helping leaders create workplaces where people feel valued, trusted, and inspired to give their best. Lead coach and facilitator at Genos Europe and a senior PCC-accredited coach, she blends neuroscience, emotional intelligence, and practical coaching psychology to help organisations build resilient, human-centred cultures that thrive on trust and connection.
Deiric McCann
Deiric is Consultancy Director at Genos Europe. An inspiring and engaging leadership facilitator, he is known for helping leaders build trust, resilience, and emotionally intelligent teams where people thrive. A two-time TEDx speaker and author of Leadership Charisma, he combines neuroscience, mindfulness, and practical insight to create psychologically safe, high-performing cultures in organisations worldwide.
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About Irish Medtech Skillnet
Irish Medtech Skillnet is a learning network for companies of all sizes in the medical technology and engineering sector. The mission of this national network is to enhance Ireland’s position as an emerging global medical technology hub by developing a strong talent base and enhancing the specialised knowledge and skills that exist within the sector. As a learning network comprised of hundreds of member companies, these companies work collaboratively to share best practice and to respond effectively to the specific skills needs of the sector. The network addresses both technical and non-technical skills needs of members.
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About Genos Europe
Genos Europe helps people show up as their best self and bring out the best in others. They believe great workplaces don’t just run well - they feel good to be part of.
Partnering with leaders and teams, Genos exist to build emotionally intelligent cultures where people feel seen, supported and set up to thrive.
Headquartered in Ireland and working across Europe, Genos delivers award-winning team development that sticks - practical, high-impact learning that transforms how people lead, collaborate and grow together.
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