Committed to success

Nick brings over 30 years of experience in sport and business leadership to Fortivus. A lifelong coach and former player, he’s passionate about using sport to develop strong, resilient individuals and inclusive team cultures. He has founded and led companies across sectors and holds an MBA from the University of Notre Dame, blending strategic focus with a values-driven approach. At Fortivus, Nick leads with a clear mission: to redefine youth sport through excellence in development, community impact, and long-term well being.

Claire is a people-first operator with a BA in Psychology and a track record of leading teams across professional services, healthcare, not-for-profits, and startups. Her strength lies in building systems and environments where people thrive. At Fortivus, Claire's remit is to ensure every player, parent, and team member experiences a high-performance culture grounded in care, clarity, and connection. Claire is passionate about sport’s role in shaping confident, capable young people—and brings that belief to everything she does.

Nick brings over 25 years of experience in coaching, performance training, and program design, backed by a doctorate in counseling psychology and certification as a strength and conditioning specialist. He has worked across youth, professional, and elite government populations, designing development systems that are evidence-based and athlete-centered. Nick leads the creation of holistic training pathways that support physical, mental, and emotional growth, and his mission is to help Fortivus Academy make sport a structured, positive, and lifelong source of growth for every child.

Mike brings a global perspective and decades of experience as a player, coach, and program builder to Fortivus. He has led and contributed to successful rugby programs across all levels—from grassroots to elite—giving him a 360-degree view of the game. With a Master’s in Instructional Design, Mike brings a research-driven approach to curriculum development, session planning, and long-term athlete progression. Mike leads with a player-first mindset and a belief that rugby is a powerful platform for lifelong growth. His coaching philosophy blends technical precision with learning science to develop athletes who are skilled, adaptable, and grounded.