Triathlon Ireland Appoints Director of Marketing & Partnerships
Triathlon Ireland is delighted to announce a key appointment to its dynamic commercial and marketing team. Joanna Doran has been named Director of Marketing & Partnerships, marking an exciting new chapter for the organisation. A passionate advocate for sport and an experienced marketer, Joanna brings a blend of creativity, strategic insight, and a deep connection to triathlon.
Having previously led Triathlon Ireland digital marketing and communications efforts, Joanna returns to Triathlon Ireland following a successful tenure with Horse Racing Ireland as Marketing Manager at Leopardstown Racecourse. Her experience in driving innovative campaigns and building impactful partnerships positions her perfectly to lead the organisation’s marketing team into an exciting phase.
An in-depth understanding of Triathlon Ireland and its vibrant community enables Joanna to drive initiatives like the significant new Clubs and Community Partnership with AIG, as well as this summer’s Triathlon National Series and National Championships. Triathlon Ireland CEO Darren Coombes welcomes the exciting appointment:
”We’re delighted to welcome Joanna Doran back to Triathlon Ireland as our Director of Marketing & Partnerships. Joanna’s extensive professional expertise within the sector, knowledge and passion for the sport as well as proven ability to deliver value and exciting activation campaigns for sponsors adds real strength to our developing marketing team. As a long-time triathlete and active club member, Joanna also brings a genuine passion for the sport, which will add real authenticity to how we connect with the triathlon community and beyond.”
”This is a pivotal moment for us and we’re open to exciting new opportunities, including title sponsorship, as we continue to grow the reach and visibility of triathlon in Ireland. Joanna’s leadership will undoubtedly be instrumental in taking the sport to the next level.”
This appointment signals Triathlon Ireland’s ambition to elevate the profile of triathlon in Ireland, strengthening relationships with existing partners and creating new opportunities to grow the sport.
