Aaron Buggle

Experience

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  U.V Aube Cycling Team

  Jan 2009 - Dec 2009

  Internationally funded cyclist

  Represented an Elite French club and the Irish national team as an internationally funded cyclist, competing in international track and road cycling events, including World Cups and World and European championships.

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  Apoge Cycliste Cycling

  Jan 2010 - Dec 2011

  Internationally funded cyclist

  Represented an Elite French club and the Irish national team as an internationally funded cyclist, competing in international track and road cycling events, including World Cups and World and European championships.

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  Rapha Condor Professional Cycling

  Jan 2012 - Dec 2012

  Professional cyclist

  Competed internationally as a professional cyclist, representing sponsors and teams in high-profile UK and European competitions.Developed strong interpersonal and team collaboration skills, prioritizing team success in a highly competitive environment.Actively promoted team sponsors through personal and social media channels, maintaining a positive public image and brand representation.

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  Roadman (formerly A1 Coaching)

  Jul 2014 - Jun 2018

  Head Coach & Manager

  Managed this role alongside completing my undergraduate studies, following my retirement from professional cycling.Developed and managed a global client base, delivering tailored coaching programs that helped cyclists of all levels improve their performance and achieve personal goals.Led and mentored a team of coaches, overseeing recruitment, training, and development to ensure consistent, high-quality services.Led sales and marketing initiatives, significantly growing the company’s social media presence and engaging a broad audience through webinars, seminars, and digital content. Show less

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  Soapbox Media

  Jan 2018 - Dec 2019

  Director

  Founded and grew a start-up providing tailored digital marketing solutions for Irish SMBs, with support from a previous role's investor.Led all business development, focusing on client acquisition, strategy, and sustainable growth.Managed key client relationships, ensuring alignment with business goals and delivering measurable results.Worked with C-suite clients on projects to improve their online presence and drive customer engagement.

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  FiftyOne Bikes

  Jan 2020 - Aug 2022

  Business Development Manager

  Led business development efforts, identifying new market opportunities and driving growth across key regions while completing postgraduate studies.Developed and executed strategies to increase brand visibility and market share.

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  Cycling Ireland

  Jun 2021 - Oct 2021

  Interim High Performance Manager

  Led high-performance planning and systems development for the 2024 Paris Olympic and Paralympic Games cycle.Managed the high-performance unit during a heavy competition schedule, providing operational support for the World & European Championships and the Tokyo Olympic and Paralympic Games campaigns.Conducted strategic observations and assessments to refine performance structures, ensuring alignment with long-term performance goals.

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  English Institute of Sport

  Sept 2022 - Aug 2023

  Performance Lifestyle - British Rowing

  Supported the personal development, lifestyle management, and well-being of Olympic and Paralympic athletes in the GB Rowing world-class programme, ensuring they balanced athletic commitments with personal growth.Collaborated with a multidisciplinary support team, including psychologists and specialists, to provide tailored development and well-being strategies for athletes.Facilitated career transition planning and educational opportunities, including partnerships with Ivy League institutions, to prepare athletes for life beyond sport. Show less

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  Rugby Players Ireland

  Jun 2023 - now

  Supporting the lifestyles, personal development and well-being of Irish professional rugby players. Collaborate with universities to design and implement career transition programmes, facilitating educational and career opportunities for elite athletes.Develop athletes for their post-sport careers, ensuring successful transitions into various industries by providing personal development support, educational pathways, and interview preparation.Build and manage strong relationships with stakeholders, including academic institutions and corporate partners, to deliver tailored personal development initiatives. Show less

  • Tackle Your Feelings Programme Lead

    Feb 2025 - now

  • Player Development Manager

    Jun 2023 - Feb 2025