Padraig Conneely

Padraig Conneely has extensive experience in technical and operational leadership roles across diverse sectors, including aviation and resource management. Serving as Chief Technical Officer at Lease Corporation International Limited from April 2016 to February 2025, Padraig has also held various senior positions such as Technical Director and Vice President. As a founding partner at Rose Aviation Ltd since July 2006, Padraig provides specialized consultancy services in aviation. Previous experience includes roles at Kenmare Resources Plc as Operations Executive, where responsibilities spanned multiple operational functions, and Engineering Manager at Irish Air Corps, overseeing maintenance activities. Additionally, Padraig served as Chief of Procurement and Logistics for the OSCE, managing contracts and procurement processes. Padraig holds an Executive MBA and an MSc in Technology Management from Michael Smurfit Graduate Business School, University College Dublin.