LPI Group proud supporter of Host in Ireland, An Industry of Substance’s 1000 Orchards in the Community Initiative. The 1000 orchards in the community initiative support biodiversity in the environment and advocates for reversing the decline of Ireland’s pollinators. With the current rate of decline, we are expected to lose 90% of our bumblebees by […]
Lightning can cause photovoltaic (PV) system failures as lightning that strikes the system from a great distance away, or even between clouds, can generate high-voltage surges. Considering this, in the fourth edition of the LPI Group technical blog we will explore how failures of renewable energy solar power systems can be avoided during a lightning […]
LPI Group are delighted to announce our partnership with Host In Ireland for 2022 and the second year running. As part of the partnership, LPI Group will work with the additional 51 partners and the Host in Ireland team to increase awareness of the benefits of hosting digital assets in Ireland, as well as Irish […]
Last Friday the 17th of December 2021, the LPI Group staff participated in a Christmas Jumper Day to raise vital funds for Autism Assistance Dogs Ireland, The Alzheimer Society of Ireland and The Irish Heart Foundation. Along with the funds raised, LPI Group has made donations to the worthy charities and were delighted to support […]
LPI Group, one of Europe’s leading specialists in the design, supply, installation, testing and maintenance of lightning, earthing and surge protection systems has received Qualifoudre certification. Issued by the French National Institute for Industrial Environment and Risks (INERIS), the Qualifoudre certification ensures through an independent assessment that we comply with the requirements specified by the […]
LPI Group, leading lightning protection system, earthing system and surge protection device specialists have recently been approved as a ‘UL Listed lightning protection contractor’. Following a thorough evaluation by United Laboratories (UL), a global organisation that establishes industry-wide standards for new products, LPI Group will now offer UL Master Label® certificates to their clients upon […]
LPI Group has recently achieved Engineers Ireland Continuing Professional Development (CPD) Approved Training Registered Provider status, in recognition of the company’s continuing professional development strategy. This milestone marks LPI Group’s tenth year in business and demonstrates the company’s commitment to education and development, as today we are the only earthing and lighting protection specialist in […]
This week in the third edition of the LPI Group technical blog, we will outline and explore the different types of earthing systems that are required for various protection and functional purposes. We will also discuss important definitions associated with earthing systems, highlight examples of sample earthing applications and introduce the various meanings behind earthing […]
This week in the second edition of our technical blog we will demystify the theory of a strike risk assessment and highlight the importance of this study in the design phase of a building development to reduce risks and probability of damage associated with lightning strikes. What is a Strike Risk Assessment A lightning protection […]
LPI Group are launching our technical blog section with an introduction to lightning protection system design. This will clearly outline over 3 steps the series of considerations, parameters and data required to ensure a system is designed to code compliant standards and meets the client’s project requirements and design criteria. Step 1 Establish whether there […]
Shane Rohan, Commercial Director
As Commercial Director, Shane manages the planning, coordination and implementation of the LPI Group Commercial Strategy. In alignment with the company goals, Shane executes commercial activities through diverse teams, to support operations and the expansion of the LPI Group. He also leads the technical design, contracts management and onsite installation teams, and works closely alongside our clients to assure successful project delivery in terms of design, quality, budget, safety and on-time project handover.
Shane holds a Bachelor of Science in Architectural Technology, is ATLAS accredited and has acquired vast project management experience across several sectors, including Life Sciences, Data Centres and Industrial Manufacturing.
Eoin Dineen, Operations Director
As Operations Director, Eoin is responsible for managing and monitoring operations across Europe. Liaising closely with senior management, Eoin leads the operational activities of the group and sets key goals to ensure client satisfaction and overall team performance. By consistently overseeing the activities of the project management, technical design, estimating, and onsite installation teams, Eoin ensures the quality delivery of LPI’s full-service lightning protection solutions.
Eoin holds a BSc in Electrical Engineering, is ATLAS accredited and has a wealth of project management experience across sectors such as Data Centres, Life Sciences and Industrial Manufacturing.
Theodora Dimova FFCA – Finance Director
As Finance Director at LPI Group, Theodora manages the companies’ finances through ensuring adequate systems, controls and risk management procedures are in place. Theodora’s role involves overseeing the business strategy, financial budgets, cash flow and overheads. Upon LPI’s European business expansion, she has played a significant role in developing and implementing the group’s financial strategy and local compliance.
Theodora is Fellow Chartered Certified Accountant (ACCA). She has over 25 years’ of experience in finance, taxation and accounting and holds several academic qualifications, including a Master of Science in Economics, Professional Certificate in Investment Fund Services, Diploma in Management and an Advanced Diploma in Accounting and Business.
Paudi Reidy is the Chief Executive Officer (CEO) and Cofounder of LPI Group. As CEO, he leads the executive management team and is heavily involved in the overall success of the group across Europe. He directs the development and execution of short and long-term strategies, with the goal of increasing shareholder value. This year he has led the transformation of Lightning Protection Ireland and Lightning Protection International into the LPI Group, as the business continues to expand across the European market.
Paudi has acquired over 20 years’ experience leading teams and delivering full-solution services to sectors such as Data Centres, Industrial Manufacturing and Life Sciences. This is reflected in the dynamism of LPI Group as it exists today.
John Kinsella is the Managing Director and Cofounder of LPI Group. As Managing Director, he directs and controls the resources and operations of the business. John is responsible for the implementation of policies and procedures, to ensure LPI operates in compliance with ISO 9001 Quality Management Standards.
As LPI Group continues expansion across Europe, John continues to develop and maintain the LPI Total Quality Management System and ensure LPI’s clients are provided with high-performance systems in accordance with code of compliance standards. John has attained over 20 years’ experience working in the European construction industry, delivering solutions to a wide range of sectors including Data Centres, Logistical Supply Centres and Life Sciences.