On this Episode of Unbound Conversations
As CEO of one of Ireland’s biggest private employers, Cpl, Lorna Conn takes us inside her journey, from early ambitions and formative experiences to leading a global organisation through radical transformation.
She shares candid lessons on resilience and the power of authenticity, giving listeners practical strategies to navigate uncertainty, drive diversity and build high-performing teams that thrive under pressure.
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About the Guest
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Lorna Conn joined Cpl plc in October 2017 as Chief Financial Officer and was appointed Deputy CEO in April 2021 and CEO in January 2022. Lorna has previously held senior roles in a number of public companies, residing in both Ireland and America during this time. Lorna is a qualified Chartered Accountant and a Fellow of Chartered Accountants Ireland, and trained with Deloitte.
Lorna is also a Chartered Director. She is an Independent Non-Executive Director of Bord na Móna plc and Glenveagh Properties plc and an advisory board member of Ireland’s 30% Club and the UCD Michael Smurfit Graduate Business School.
Show Notes
- Values-driven Leadership in action
- Building resilience through uncertainty
- Balancing ambition, family life, and vulnerability
- Creating high-performing, psychologically safe teams
- Embracing change with courage and clarity
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