Bite Down and Go Harder: Honouring Ryan McCabe with Roisin McCabe
In this incredibly moving and heartfelt episode of RecTalk, host Nitin Sharma welcomes Roisin McCabe to share the life, legacy, and enduring impact of her late husband, Ryan McCabe—CEO of Odro and a true giant in the recruitment world. Filmed at Firefish HQ (https://www.firefishsoftware.com/), this conversation goes beyond recruitment—it’s a story of resilience, fatherhood, entrepreneurship, and the unshakeable power of love and community. Roisin opens up about life after unimaginable loss and how she’s chosen to channel her grief into purpose—through parenting, launching the Ryan McCabe Foundation, and continuing Ryan’s mission of helping others. We delve into: * The personal story behind Odro’s founding and its pivot from legal tech to recruitment video software * The origin and vision of the Greenback Group, created to foster real conversations among recruitment leaders * How the industry is rallying to keep Ryan’s memory alive—from the 5K-a-Day "Run for Ryan" to a growing legacy of mentorship and giving back * Unforgettable stories of Ryan’s charm, hustle, and “DJ to CEO” transformation * Practical and emotional advice for those facing grief or personal setbacks, wrapped in Ryan’s mantra: Bite down on the gum shield and fight harder. This episode is dedicated to the memory of Ryan McCabe—an extraordinary leader, father, and friend. Footage at the end of the episode is from this tribute video to Ryan: https://www.linkedin.com/posts/ciara-mahon1_this-is-ryan-mccabe-yesterday-we-celebrated-activity-7221423475054260226-VEQm Who this episode is for: * Recruitment leaders navigating personal or professional adversity * Founders and entrepreneurs seeking inspiration from real-life resilience * Anyone who wants to honour a life that left a massive impact on the industry * Listeners looking for heartfelt, human moments in a business podcast This episode is proudly sponsored by RecCircle — your go-to platform for building referral-driven recruitment networks. Empower your community. Recruit smarter. https://www.reccircle.co.uk/ 🔗 Related links Run for Ryan 2025 (proceeds to the Ryan McCabe Foundation): https://www.justgiving.com/crowdfunding/run-for-ryan-2025 Greenback Group: https://www.greenback-group.com/ Odro: https://www.odro.co.uk/ 🔗 Connect with Nitin Sharma LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/nitin-rectools/ Rectools.io: https://www.rectools.io/ Find out about the Recruitment Curry Club: https://www.linkedin.com/company/the-recruitment-curry-club/
