Crisis Management Masterclass at Exchange 2026
17th April 2026, 14:50p.m. | Exchange
Gymnastics Ireland is proud to offer a Crisis Management Masterclass for all member clubs as part of Gymnastics Ireland Exchange 2026!
The Masterclass will be delivered in-person on Saturday May 9th by international crisis management expert Gautier Porot of International SOS Consulting.
For any further information and to secure a place for your club, please contact [email protected]
Why attending
Attending this Masterclass is an investment in your club's resilience and in the safety of every gymnast, coach, staff member and parent/guardian who walks through your doors.
Who is this aimed at
This session is designed for club owners, managers and senior coaches involved in management decisions.
What to expect
This highly practical and engaging session will cover the key building blocks of effective crisis management, including governance, escalation, roles and responsibilities and communications. Attendees will come away with:
- A clear understanding of what effective leadership in a crisis looks like in practice
- Confidence in how to structure decision-making and coordination under pressure
- Proven crisis management principles translated into real, usable approaches for your club
A standout feature of the Masterclass is a tailor-made scenario exercise developed specifically for Gymnastics Ireland clubs. This is your opportunity to work through a realistic, relevant scenario in real time, testing your coordination, identifying gaps in your current approach and discovering where your club's strengths lie.
About the Speaker
Gautier oversees the global crisis management practice within International SOS Consulting and has over 20 years of experience in corporate resilience. With his team of experts around of the world, he supports and accompanies numerous strategic entities, enabling them to prepare, respond and recover effectively to extraordinary situations.
Prior to his role at International SOS, Gautier was the lead organiser and general coordinator for the visit of Pope Francis to Geneva and the 40,000 pilgrims Mass. He operated as a Senior Consultant providing strategic risk management advisory services for individuals in high-risk locations. He served as a Commanding Officer and Army Instructor in the Swiss Armed Forces, but also as a Swiss Guard at the Vatican protecting both HH Jean-Paul II & HH Benedict XVI.
About Exchange
Gymnastics Ireland Exchange is our annual hybrid virtual and in-person club support conference open exclusively to Gymnastics Ireland members.
Gymnastics Ireland Exchange is a week dedicated to learning, connecting, growing and celebrating everything that makes gymnastics in Ireland a space where individuals can truly thrive. Whether you are involved in participation, performance, inclusion or the day-to-day running of your club, Exchange has something for everyone.
This year's programme once again embraces a flexible hybrid format, combining online workshops with an exciting in-person event.