On this Episode of Unbound Conversations
With over 30 years of navigating the toughest energy transitions, Dave has seen what leadership really takes. In this episode, he strips back the boardroom façade to reveal the human side of leading: how personal values, vulnerability and courage intersect with business decisions.
We go deep on servant leadership, mastering emotional intelligence, radical candour and the hard-earned power of trust. Dave shares practical strategies for building resilience, juggling competing priorities and inspiring teams authentically, including essential skills for anyone steering through uncertainty or aiming to make a lasting impact.
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About the Guest
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Dave Kirwan, Managing Director of Bord Gáis Energy, has led the company since 2011, overseeing its sale to Centrica plc in 2014. He has held a variety of senior roles across the Centrica Group. He returned to Bord Gáis as MD in 2020, to lead the company's transition to a fully-integrated, green energy company.
He is now Managing Director of Centrica Power, in addition to his Bord Gáis Energy role, and is responsible for power investment across Centrica's global markets.
Dave holds a BE in Electronics from UCD, is a Fellow of the Institute of Engineers of Ireland, he holds an MBA and a doctorate in business economics (DBA) from UCC. He is a member of the Ibec Executive Committee and Focus Ireland's Philanthropy Council.
Show Notes
- Leading with values and vulnerability
- Building trust in high-stakes environments
- Practising radical candour without fear
- Balancing resilience with competing demands
- Inspiring teams with authenticity and courag
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