Each year, LIA awards Gold Medals to students who have achieved the highest grades across their qualifications. This award not only recognises academic excellence but also highlights the dedication and hard work these individuals have invested in advancing their knowledge and skills in the finance profession.
LIA is proud to celebrate this year’s Gold Medal Award winners: Peter Byrne, Sheena O'Sullivan, and Noel Gavin. Each of these individuals has demonstrated exceptional dedication and skill within their respective fields. Presented annually, these awards recognise outstanding academic performance and commitment to advancing professional standards in finance and pensions.
Peter Byrne, Director and Actuarial Consultant at Byrne Actuaries & Byrne Pension Trustees, received the prestigious LIA PTP Gold Medal Award. His exemplary results in the Pension Trustee Practitioner (PTP) course in 2024 highlight his dedication to excellence in pension trustee practice, underscoring the commitment of our students to elevate professional standards across the industry.
Sheena O’Sullivan, Chief Financial Officer at Tipperary Credit Union, was honored with the LIA CUMA Gold Medal Award. Her outstanding results in attaining the Credit Union Adviser (CUA) designation in 2024 reflect the dedication of Credit Union professionals to enhancing the quality and integrity of financial services.
Noel Gavin, Senior Manager at EY, received the LIA QFA Gold Medal Award for 2024. As the leading professional designation in Irish finance, the Qualified Financial Adviser (QFA) qualification requires rigorous commitment, and Noel’s remarkable exam results exemplify his dedication to excellence in financial advising.
These awards not only celebrate the remarkable achievements of each recipient but also reflect the shared commitment of LIA members and students to advancing professionalism within the industry. We commend Peter, Sheena, and Noel on their outstanding accomplishments and wish them continued success in their careers.