Leading alternative investment firm Elkstone has announced a new partnership with Irish Olympic sailor Finn Lynch.
The Irish athlete first represented Ireland at the 2016 Olympic Games, and he secured his place at the 2024 games after a bronze medal win at the European ILCA 7 Championships in Athens, Greece earlier this year.
The sponsorship will see Ekstone provide support for the 28-year-old sailor as he continues preparations for Paris 2024. In addition to backing Finn Lynch’s bid for a podium finish, as part of the deal Elkstone has committed to further helping the Carlow native and National Yacht Club member achieve his goals beyond this year’s games to Los Angeles 2028.
“As an athlete preparing for the Olympics, particularly for a solo sport like sailing, having the right support network around you is everything,” Lynch said.
“Heading into the final stretch on the road to Paris, I’m incredibly grateful to be adding Elkstone to that group of people, and I’m looking forward to working with the team in the year ahead.”
Speaking on the announcement, Elkstone CEO and co-founder Alan Merriman said: “We are immensely proud to welcome Finn Lynch to the Elkstone family. At Elkstone, for us and our clients, investment performance matters as does grit, character and the impact of backing deserving investments. Finn’s drive, determination and commitment to his passion is an inspiration and we are backing him all the way.”
In coming onboard as Elkstone’s latest brand ambassador, Finn Lynch joins a team of former Irish athletes including Elkstone’s chief of staff, former Ireland international rugby star and Leinster fullback Rob Kearney, and Elkstone’s head of clients, former Galway footballer Joe Bergin.
“At Elkstone, we are passionate about enabling deserving investments that create a positive impact for Ireland,” Bergin said. “As a former athlete, I understand the important role sponsorship has in delivering real-impact in sports. I’m delighted we at Elkstone are providing an additional support platform to enable Finn Lynch to achieve his Olympic goals.”