The David Meade
Team

David Meade is an award-winning international thought leader on high performance. He’s earned a reputation as a world-class corporate speaker, and as a veteran BBC broadcaster, he has become one of the most recognisable faces in his native Ireland.

Today, he travels the world helping organisations like Apple, Harvard, Deloitte, and Meta improve performance through proven psychological tools.

His sessions are highly interactive and packed with actionable tools and techniques that delegates can immediately apply to grow their business, grow their teams, and grow themselves. Fascinated by mentalism and mindreading, he sometimes incorporates these elements as metaphors for how the mind operates at work, when relevant.

After years of keynote speaking, training and development programmes, David wanted to look for ways to do something a bit different and something special. Through this, Lightbulb Teams was created; a team building company that specialises in CSR with meaningful impact.

Sarah comes from a 5-star hospitality background having spent the majority of her career at senior management level driving the very best of customer care and service standards. As Business Director, Sarah uses this experience and attention to detail to drive the office operation forward and ensure our team are in the right place at the right time. Sarah is super excited to be part of the Lightbulb family, full of positivity and enthusiasm she continues to be inspired by the bespoke sessions our team deliver across the globe.

Favourite quote

Has to be the wonderful Jack Nicholson in ‘As Good As It Gets’ – “You Make Me Want to Be a Better Man”

If you could be anywhere other than here, right this minute, where would you be?

I admit it, I am a massive Harry Potter fan and every year (every winter to be precise), I watch the entire boxset. So at this particular moment I would love to be at Hogwarts perfecting my Witchcraft and having a Butterbeer with Professor Dumbledore.

Gary has over 20 years of sales and customer service experience to some of the largest companies in the world – Panasonic & Audi to name a few. As our Client Success Manager, Gary works with clients to ensure we deliver a successful and fun team building programme that incorporates your company strategy and goals, we guarantee the team build will live in the minds of your team for years to come. Building rapport and relationships is key to his role and something he excels in. Gary brings huge enthusiasm to the team and strives to make each of our events an overwhelming success.

Flashback to when you were 7 years old. What do you want to be when you grow up?

A footballer – My Grandfather invested heavily in taking me to games and playing football every chance he got from a very early age, this is where my love for the beautiful game comes from and continues today.

Favourite quote.

‘Learn from yesterday, live for today, hope for tomorrow.’

Albert Einstein

Natalie comes from a strong marketing background, bringing a mix of traditional and digital experience to the team. As Head of Marketing, she uses her expertise to build David’s profile, support our customers’ journey, and guide the growth of David’s team-building company, Lightbulb Teams. Natalie’s friendly and energetic approach means she’s always putting people and purpose at the heart of what we do, while ensuring our message stays clear, consistent, and impactful across every channel.

Favourite Quote

“Nothing ventured, nothing gained.”  – my dad.

If you could be anywhere other than here, right this minute, where would you be? (Don’t overthink it!)

It’s a toss between running towards a Pura Vida açai bowl in Miami or eating a Mozart cake in Vienna. Either way, food is involved.

Holly brings a wealth of experience in Event Management, contributing a strong sense of organisation, logistical expertise, and a proactive, problem-solving mindset to the team. As our Operations Specialist, she looks after our event logistics, coordinating team build dispatches, tracking shipments and collaborating with venues to ensure smooth, on-time deliveries. Her positive attitude and collaborative nature make her a great fit to our team. She thrives in the fast-paced environment of events and enjoys the creativity it brings.

Favourite Quote

‘To live will be an awfully big adventure’ – Peter Pan

If you could be anywhere other than here, right at this minute, where would it be?

Either walking around New York or London, coffee in hand, with my mum. 😀

Chief Creative Officer at Lightbulb Teams, Aaron specialises in creating corporate and branded content which is both visually engaging and mentally stimulating.

He has worked with the team at Lightbulb to direct and produce our corporate and e-learning videos, which have been used with clients worldwide.

Aaron’s experience and knowledge is invaluable to the business as we increase our video content and online social presence.’

Favourite Quote

“Whether you think you can, or you think you can’t, you’re right.”

Henry Ford

If you had one superhero power, what would it be and why?

To use the self-scanner check outs without needing assistance

Kathy is a qualified Counsellor, Trainer and Human Resource Professional.  As a personal and professional development specialist with extensive experience in the corporate application of mental health principles, she has established a reputation for working with individuals and businesses, to aid positive impactful transformation. Cathy is CIPD accredited, and her professionalism has been recognised as both a Finalist in the Ulster Tatler Business Woman of the Year, and Excellence in Professional Services with Women in Business.