The Chamber of Commerce is delighted to celebrate the international recognition of one of our valued members, Dr Shane Farrelly of SomarMed – Occupational Health Services, who has been honoured at the Fluxx Leadership Awards 2026 as Global Leader in Workforce Health & Occupational Governance.
This distinguished accolade highlights Dr Farrelly’s outstanding contribution to advancing global standards in occupational health, corporate risk management, and workforce wellbeing — areas that have become essential priorities for organisations operating in an increasingly complex and unpredictable world.
A Prestigious Award with Global Significance
The Fluxx Leadership Awards recognise individuals across the world who are shaping the future of organisational excellence, resilience, and governance.
Being named Global Leader in Workforce Health & Occupational Governance reflects:
- Exceptional leadership in guiding organisations through challenging health and risk landscapes
- Influence in elevating workforce health from an operational consideration to a strategic governance issue
- A commitment to improving international standards in occupational health oversight
- A proven track record of advising multinational organisations in diverse and rapidly changing environments
With many organisations navigating geopolitical uncertainty and shifting risk profiles, this award highlights a crucial message: workforce health is now a board‑level governance priority, directly linked to business resilience, performance, and long‑term sustainability.
Contributing to the Global Conversation
His ongoing work through HealthNEXT and Optima Health (OH&W) reflects the rising international demand for structured governance frameworks and board‑level oversight of workforce health, particularly in complex or high‑risk regions.
Looking ahead to 2026, Dr Farrelly is leading a dedicated series on workforce health governance in the Middle East, a region where organisations are rapidly adapting to evolving operational and risk environments.
Strengthening International Collaboration
Dr Farrelly continues to collaborate with international partners helping to shape the future of workforce health and risk management, including:
- Arachas Corporate Brokers Ltd
- Brokerslink
- Trinity Insurance and Reinsurance Brokers, Inc.
- MDS Group
He also remains actively connected to influential professional and business networks such as:
- Faculty of Occupational Medicine of the RCPI
- British Portuguese Chamber of Commerce
- Irish Portuguese Business Network
- American Club of Lisbon
These relationships support cross‑border knowledge exchange and help organisations implement stronger, more effective governance structures.
A Proud Achievement for Our Business Community
The Chamber of Commerce extends its warmest congratulations to Dr Shane Farrelly on this outstanding global achievement. His recognition reflects the depth of expertise within our business community and reinforces the growing importance of occupational health governance in shaping resilient, responsible, and forward‑thinking organisations.
We look forward to continuing to support Dr Farrelly and SomarMed as they contribute to raising standards and improving workforce health outcomes across international markets.
