David Gillick

David Gillick is one of Ireland’s most successful athletes. He’s a two-time European track and field champion, an Olympian, and a World Championship finalist.

His powerful story inspires audiences to unlock their potential, build resilience, and take charge of their mental health.

David shares the real highs and lows of elite performance—both mental and physical. His talks offer clear takeaways for businesses focused on well-being, productivity, and performance.

David’s journey is nothing short of remarkable. He went from 65th in the world to competing in a World Championship final. Along the way, he developed skills crucial for any team or organisation.

These include setting clear goals, cultivating a winning mindset, and building effective strategies.

When he moved to Loughborough University, a UK high-performance centre, everything changed.

In just one year, he retained his European Indoor title with a time of 45.52—then the fifth fastest ever by a European.

Confidence transformed David’s outlook and performance. Competing at the Olympic, World, and European level taught him that mindset and preparation are everything.

However, it also showed him that success depends on more than individual talent. He built high-performing support teams and learned how to maintain performance under pressure.

These skills are vital in both sports and business environments.