We are excited to announce Dr. Peter Tierney as this year’s Keynote Speaker. His talk titled “Academia, Sport, Industry, why choose just one?”, will chronicle Peter’s unique career path and his research in three seemingly separate arenas.

Peter Tierney is a Senior Researcher at lululemon, currently working in the Product Innovation Team. He is also a consultant Sports Scientist & Performance Coach having previously worked at Leinster Rugby (rugby union) and at The English Football Association (soccer), and in Gaelic Football, weightlifting and swimming.

He has enjoyed “hybrid” roles, which have broad responsibilities and blend together research and applied work. This has allowed him the opportunity to not only consider problems through a research lens, but also apply results into practice.

Whilst working in sport, Peter was also keen to continue learning and upskilling, and completed a research MSc, Professional Diploma in Data Analytics and a PhD in sports science.

Some of Peter’s academic work has been published within the areas of GPS technology in team sports, training load management, resisted sled sprinting, hamstring & ankle injuries, and improved understanding and application of sports science data. Other work he has disseminated has been in relation to sleep & recovery, wearable technology, reducing mortality risk, & overall health promotion for both elite athletes and general population.

Outside of work, Peter has enjoyed partaking in a variety of sports including basketball, soccer, rugby, weightlifting and running & cycling. He has also picked up skiing since relocating to Vancouver.

He loves food, so is open to some good restaurant recommendations after this talk!