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Robert Heffernan | PepTalk Expert Speaker
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Robert Heffernan

Robert Heffernan | PepTalk Expert Speaker
Develop a championship mindset and transform setbacks into opportunities with Robert Heffernan, speaker, Olympic medalist and performance coach.
Robert Heffernan | PepTalk Expert Speaker
High Performance
Resilience
Growth Mindset
High Performance
Resilience
Robert Heffernan
Robert Heffernan | PepTalk Expert Speaker
Develop a championship mindset and transform setbacks into opportunities with Robert Heffernan, speaker, Olympic medalist and performance coach.
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About Robert Heffernan

World Champion 50km Race Walker
Five Time Irish Olympian and Team Captain
Olympic Bronze Medallist at London Games
Robert Heffernan is one of Ireland’s most decorated athletes and a respected voice in high-performance sport. A five-time Olympian and former world champion, he offers a compelling perspective on resilience, focus and sustained excellence over a career spanning more than two decades.

Rob first took up race walking after being overlooked for his school’s Gaelic football team. What started as a casual pursuit developed into a lifelong commitment to representing his country at the highest level. Over the years, he built an international reputation for discipline and determination, eventually becoming Ireland’s only male athlete to win medals at the Olympic Games, World Championships and European Championships.

As a five-time Olympian, Rob secured bronze at the 2012 London Olympics and claimed gold at the 2013 World Championship in the 50km race walk. He holds all Irish national records in race walking and served as Ireland's Athletics Team Captain at the Rio Olympics.

Rob’s experience extends beyond competition. He has since taken on roles as a performance coach and broadcaster, drawing on years of training, competition and leadership at an international level. He shares insights not only on physical endurance but on the mental and emotional challenges of elite sport.

His story is one of persistence, strategy and an unwavering commitment to clean sport. Whether addressing athletes, teams or organisations, Rob brings clarity and credibility to conversations about performance, purpose and long-term success.
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Please note: we can only assist with speaking requests. For anything else, we recommend reaching out to Robert directly.

What topics does Robert Heffernan specialise in?  

Robert Heffernan specialises in discussing race walking, resilience, mental toughness and more.

What is Robert Heffernan's speaking style like?  

Rob energises audiences with his inspiring and honest delivery, creating a buzz that resonates long after his talks. His insights on resilience and excellence are both compelling and impactful.

Does Robert Heffernan offer virtual speaking engagements?  

Yes, Robert Heffernan offers virtual speaker bookings for webinars, online conferences, and remote or distributed team engagements.

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Olympic medalist and World Champion Robert Heffernan transforms organisations with powerful insights on resilience, mental toughness, and peak performance drawn from his remarkable journey from rejection to world-class achievement. Book this five-time Olympian to equip your team with actionable strategies for sustainable excellence and a championship mindset that turns setbacks into opportunities.
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