We all know breakfast is the most important meal of the working day: so what was on the menu this morning?

My son had to do a science experiment for school involving the durability of eggshells. I ate one of the survivors, boiled, with buttered brown toast and a large glass of water (I don’t drink tea or coffee).

Sum up what you do at News UK in the shortest sentence possible.

I action the Chief Operating Office department’s plans in Ireland.

Lay a bit of context on that?

I work closely with stakeholders across all departments in Ireland and regularly deal with the UK and Scotland (for which I provide holiday cover) to deliver the missions set out by the Exec.

As the longest-serving staff member in the Dublin office, if there’s a query, it’s either for me or I know where it should go. Recently I have been appointed lead for Sustainability in Ireland and I am also a pension trustee.

What attracted you to the role in the first place?

I started in News in 1997, and have changed roles several times. The appeal of the business was the excitement of never having days that are the same. That is as true today as it was back then.

What’s the most interesting/challenging part of your job?

The most interesting part is understanding the overarching company strategy/missions and finessing them to the local market with our business plan.

The most challenging is not directly related to my job, I am chair of the staff association in Ireland (NISA) which is a voluntary position. There are periods where being involved in NISA is very emotionally draining, on the flip side, the other members of the committee are some of the best people to be around and we always strive for the best outcomes.

What are the three most important things on your working agenda today?

Who is your role model? And why?

My parents, I can’t choose one over the other, they have both worked hard for most of their lives and are now retired.

My dad is the nicest guy anyone has ever met, he reads several newspapers a day, hits the gym three times a week and still beats me at golf.

My mother is incredibly intelligent, she gives sage advice, and is formidable at the Bridge table – I’m blessed to still have them around.

What is your most treasured possession?

The dog – not sure she would pick me though.

Who would play you in the film of your life?

Chris O’Dowd!

You’ve won ten million on the Lottery – what do you do?

Get a garden office, enrich family & friends, donate to charity and invest the remainder in sustainable businesses.

What one bit of advice would you give someone wanting to do your job?

Embrace the pace, adjust to tight deadlines because the deadlines won’t adjust to you.

Tell us something not many people know about you…?

I have enrolled to study for an MBA starting September.