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Mick Higgins

Mick Higgins

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Bio

Dynamic technology executive with 25+ years of expertise fueling global expansion in AI-driven payments, IoT, mobility, and wireless solutions. Demonstrated prowess in scaling startups—securing €4M in funding and orchestrating successful exits—while spearheading product portfolios that amassed $500M+ order books in messaging, wireless, and IoT domains. Excels in sales leadership, delivering +70% revenue growth over three years, alongside transformative business outcomes across Europe, APAC, and North America.

CEO of the Year 2026 COTY

GLOBAL Season Rank Move Points
2026 #1029 - <10
Title to be awarded: World CEO of the Year 2026
NATIONAL Season Rank Move Points
2026 #37 - <10
Title to be awarded: Ireland CEO of the Year 2026
REGIONAL Season Rank Move Points
2026 #26 - <10
Title to be awarded: Dún Laoghaire-Rathdown CEO of the Year 2026
LOCAL Season Rank Move Points
2026 #26 - <10
Title to be awarded: Dublin CEO of the Year 2026

Performance Excellence Award 2026 PEA

Season Rank Points
2026 #1029 <10

Corporate Support Award 2026 CSA

Season Rank Points
2026 #1029 <10
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People’s Choice Award 2026 PCA

Season Rank Points
2026 #1029 <10

All-Time Rankings

Current Rank Peak Total Points
#1991 #1976 in 2025 <10