Adam Dennehy Reflects on Remembrance Day

This Remembrance Day, we’re recognising the courage, commitment and sacrifice of those who have served in the Armed Forces, while sharing the experiences of Adam Dennehy, Divisional Head of SHEQ (Power) about his time in the Armed Forces, his transition into civilian life and how his military experience continues to influence his approach to leadership and safety today. 

As a proud signatory of the Armed Forces Covenant, we’re committed to supporting serving personnel, veterans and their families, recognising the valuable skills, experience and perspectives they bring to our business. 

A career built on service 

Every military career brings its own experiences, challenges and achievements. For Adam, his time in the Armed Forces helped shape the skills and values that continue to guide him throughout his professional career. 

Military service has long been part of Adam’s family history, with both his older brother and late grandfather having served in the Armed Forces. Joining the British Army’s Royal Artillery allowed him to follow in their footsteps while forging his own path, motivated in part by a desire to see if he could outdo his older brother. 

That drive to challenge himself and continually improve has remained a constant throughout his career. However, the transition to civilian life was not without its challenges. After years of structure, certainty and close-knit camaraderie in the Army, adapting to a different working environment was a significant change. 

A conversation with a friend working as a SHEQ Manager introduced Adam to a career in health and safety, where his communication skills were recognised as a natural fit. Through further study and hands-on experience, he built the technical expertise needed to progress into senior SHEQ roles, supporting major projects and eventually establishing his own safety consultancy. 

Today, as Divisional Head of SHEQ within Ipsum’s Power division, Adam draws on the experience, leadership and values developed during his military career to champion the safety, health and wellbeing of our people. 

Applying military experience to everyday safety 

Safety is fundamental to everything we do at Ipsum, and maintaining high standards relies on strong leadership, clear communication and a shared commitment to keeping people safe. 

These principles are deeply rooted in military service, where teamwork, preparation and risk management are essential. During his time in the Army, Adam learned the importance of ensuring everyone understands the wider objective and the role we play in achieving it. 

The camaraderie of military life has also shaped his leadership style. Having experienced the value of trust, mutual respect and looking out for one another, he strives to foster the same culture across the teams he supports today. 

Combined with the discipline, accountability and attention t detail developed throughout his military career, these experiences continue to influence Adam’s approach to safety and leadership at Ipsum. 

Supporting our Armed Forces community 

As a signatory of the Armed Forces Covenant, Ipsum recognises the importance of ensuring that serving personnel, veterans and military families are treated fairly and have access to opportunities beyond military life. 

Our commitment reflects the value we place on the experiences and contributions of those who have served, both within our business and across the wider community. 

Having experienced the transition from military to civilian life himself, Adam is passionate about supporting service leavers, veterans and reservists. Working alongside our Head of Talent, Liz, he is helping to strengthen opportunities and support across Ipsum, ensuring former military personnel are recognised for the skills they bring and are supported as they progress their careers. 

What Remembrance means to us 

Remembrance Day is an opportunity to honour those who made the ultimate sacrifice and reflect on the lasting impact of military service on individuals, families and communities.  

For Adam, who served in Afghanistan and lost former colleagues, the occasion holds deep personal significance. Each year, he joints fellow veterans, serving personnel, family and friends at Blackpool Cenotaph to pay tribute to those who gave their lives in service. 

Wearing his medals is a source of pride, not only for what they represent, but for the people, experiences and memories behind them. 

It is one of the few moments each year when the entire nation seems to stand still, united in a shared act of remembrance

Divisional Head of SHEQ (Power) - Adam Dennehy

Lest We Forget 

This Remembrance Day, we join communities across the country in remembering those who made the ultimate sacrifice and recognising all who have served. We’re proud to have veterans likeAdam as part of Ipsum and remain committed to supporting the Armed Forces community through our commitment to the Armed Forced Covenant. 

This Remembrance Day, we join communities across the country in remembering those who made the ultimate sacrifice and recognising everyone who has served. 

We will remember them