Tom Coleman.

Tom Coleman has attained a very unique and powerful set of skills in relation to his knowledge & expertise on Sleep, High Performance & Shift Work. Tom is a leading Keynote Speaker, Consultant in Sleep, Health & Wellness as well as a qualified Health Scientist. Tom has over a decade of experience speaking nationally and internationally about the importance of Sleep, consulting and speaking for all levels of businesses on dealing with challenges relating to Sleep as well as Shift Work and helping people get better sleep.

In 2018 Tom sat on an expert panel along with Prof. Russell Foster from Oxford University contributing to research on Sleep in Corporate Ireland. The Royal College of Surgeons in Ireland (RCSI) has recently invited Tom to collaborate on the development of educational resources for nurses working shift patterns, with publication scheduled for late 2025. He also features as the expert voice on sleep in a new video series produced by the HSE Care Schools in the Mid- West Region. With a track record that includes working with Olympic athletes, elite performers, and senior business leaders, Tom brings deep expertise in enhancing performance through science-backed strategies. He regularly speaks on managing stress in high- pressure environments and is a trusted media contributor – serving as the resident sleep expert across several national radio stations and major print publications.

Why book Tom?

Tom helps organisations tackle one of the most overlooked drivers of performance – sleep. His sessions are grounded in neuroscience and deliver real business outcomes, from improved productivity and decision-making to better leadership and employee wellbeing.

Sleep deprivation is costing companies thousands per employee each year through reduced focus, poor judgment, and absenteeism. Tom offers practical, science-based solutions that can reverse these trends, helping leaders and teams operate at their best.

To find out more or check Tom’s availability, hit the enquire button, email welcome@frontrowspeakers.com, or contact Front Row Speakers on +(01) 536 7718.

Harness the Superpower of Sleep

Sleep plays a crucial role in helping us deal with the demands of life on every level. In this talk Tom Coleman will out why Sleep is important and how it interacts with aspects of our physical, emotional, and mental health. He touches on everything from proven “calming responses”, to how to increase your stress threshold.

-The Mechanics of Sleep
-Physical Components of Sleep
-Sleep Hygiene -creating the perfect routine
-Anxiety, Stress & Work Life Integration
-Action Strategies for success

Sleep & Lifestyle for Shift Workers
This talk is directed toward those who must deal with the specific challenges relating to shift work. The talk emphasises the importance of sleep to health, immunity, vitality and demonstrates how we can make small changes to improve sleep, energy levels and health. It empowers people to take control of their Sleep, Nutrition and Work Life Balance as well as addressing issues relating specifically to their shift cycle.

-Managing Sleep on Shift Work
-Sleep Hygiene for Shift Workers
-Work Life Integration
-Dealing with Stress
-Lifestyle factors – Nutrition for Nights

From the Edge of Burnout to Peak Performance
Many people operate at near full capacity and not anywhere near their full potential. Their current reality, in terms of health, performance and vitality levels are suffering. Some are close to burnout while others simply exist rather than excelling. This workshop smashes through the barriers that may be holding them back and inspires clients to become the best version of themselves.
-Mindset -Are you ready for change?
-Habit Formation -learning how to create new habits & break old ones
-The Power of Movement & Stress Management
-Dealing with Stress
-Food, Nutrition & Sleep
-Therapies & Breathwork
-Finding Purpose

A Burnout Toolkit for Managers
Burnout isn’t just a wellness issue- it’s a business risk with real financial consequences. Organizations that fail to address burnout risk up to a 50% increase in employee turnover, significant drops in productivity, and a measurable decline in innovation – ultimately losing their competitive edge in a business landscape that rewards resilience and adaptability.
-How managers can recognize signs of burnout in their team
-Effective ways to check in with colleagues
-Simple interventions: workload adjustments, realistic deadlines, and boundary-setting
-Personal Toolkit for Performance & Wellbeing – How to develop the most effective strategies to manage energy, stress and thrive in a high-performance environment.

“Lovely session. Tom absolutely exceeded all expectations. We are very happy about the content and the outcomes of Tom’s Intervention.”

– Amichay Gonen Linkedin Senior Relationship Manager

“A huge thank you again to Tom for this insightful session and to the team for continuing to find ways to support the wellbeing of our community, so we can all be
our best selves in and out of the office”

– Drew Hernandez Senior Vice President: Head of Culture, Coca Cola

“Your session on Sleep was the most attended out of all the ERG events we hosted in 2024. I am glad you accepted to come back to AMS, I am sure you have made an impact on many of the people that joined today’s event”

– Alessia Malinverni: Senior recruitment Manage AMS Rolls Royce

“We conducted a survey after your visit and feedback has been overwhelmingly positive, everybody thought the content and delivery was powerful and useful, and most importantly, everybody would recommend you to our corporate clients.”

– Carol Maher -Health & Wellness Manager -Laya Healthcare

“Thank you for the session – it was very interesting, and we already got great feedback from the participants. We have been delighted with the turnout and engagement.”

– Lena Kierdelewicz-Engagement & Wellness Lead-eBay