Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Accomplishments
Certification
Timeline
Generic

Robin Copeland

Angoulême,16

Summary

Retired after 13 years of playing international rugby in top level competitions.

Valuable skills fulfilled during this time include leadership, team work, mental resilience & critical thinking. Proven ability to succeed within a team environment & also as an individual. Dedicated & determined goal setter.

Overview

13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Project Manager, House Renovation.

Self-employeed
06.2023 - 12.2023
  • Developed a comprehensive project plan with clear timelines, milestones, and budget requirements.
  • Coordinated cross-functional teams maintaining a positive & work efficient environment.

Professional Rugby Player

SA XV Rugby Angouleme.
07.2020 - 06.2023
  • Collaborated with coaching staff to analyze game footage, identifying areas for improvement and strategizing future plays.
  • Developed strong communication skills through regular interactions with coaching staff, teammates, sponsors, and fans.
  • Supported younger or less experienced teammates by providing guidance, mentorship, and constructive feedback during practices and games.
  • Fostered a positive team culture that emphasized hard work, mutual respect, accountability, and commitment to excellence.

Commercial Sales Executive

APEC Courses
02.2022 - 06.2023
  • Increased sales revenue by developing and maintaining strong relationships with key clients and negotiating profitable pricing agreements.
  • Expanded customer base through strategic prospecting and networking at industry events.

Professional Rugby Player

Connacht Rugby
07.2018 - 06.2020
  • Demonstrated adaptability by successfully playing multiple positions as needed for the team's success.
  • Fostered a positive team culture that emphasized hard work, mutual respect, accountability, and commitment to excellence.

Professional Rugby Player

Munster Rugby
07.2014 - 06.2018
  • Gained valuable experience competing against international teams while participating in various global tournaments.
  • Displayed strong leadership qualities both on-field as a captain or vice-captain when required.

Commercial Sales Executive

Shadowmansports
08.2016 - 07.2018
  • Implemented effective sales strategies.
  • Increased sales revenue by developing and maintaining strong relationships with key clients.

Professional Rugby Player

Cardiff Rugby
07.2010 - 06.2014
  • Enhanced team performance by developing and implementing effective training programs.

Education

QQI Business Development And Sales

CMIT
Dublin, Ireland
03.2023

Strength And Conditioning

APEC Courses.
Dublin, Ireland
06.2022

Public Speaking And Sales

Public Speaking Training
Dublin, Ireland
01.2021

ECDL Computer Drivers Licence

GRETB Training Centre
Galway, Ireland
04.2019

Bachelor of Arts - Marketing And Events Management

Dublin Business School
Dublin, Ireland
05.2010

Skills

  • Teamwork and communication
  • Conflict resolution
  • Self-motivation
  • Project Management & Planning
  • Sales & Marketing strategy development
  • Account management

Accomplishments

    Irish international honors - IRFU, 2015

    Player of the year - Cardiff Rugby, 2014

    Shortlisted player of the year - European Champions Cup, 2015



Certification

Intermediate level French

Full clean drivers license

Member of l'Hirondelle Golf Team - Angouleme

Timeline

Project Manager, House Renovation.

Self-employeed
06.2023 - 12.2023

Commercial Sales Executive

APEC Courses
02.2022 - 06.2023

Professional Rugby Player

SA XV Rugby Angouleme.
07.2020 - 06.2023

Professional Rugby Player

Connacht Rugby
07.2018 - 06.2020

Commercial Sales Executive

Shadowmansports
08.2016 - 07.2018

Professional Rugby Player

Munster Rugby
07.2014 - 06.2018

Professional Rugby Player

Cardiff Rugby
07.2010 - 06.2014

QQI Business Development And Sales

CMIT

Strength And Conditioning

APEC Courses.

Public Speaking And Sales

Public Speaking Training

ECDL Computer Drivers Licence

GRETB Training Centre

Bachelor of Arts - Marketing And Events Management

Dublin Business School
Robin Copeland