Fergal O’Leary, a managing director at EY US, has been a champion for working fathers, challenging the stigma around paternity leave. In 2018, he founded a fathers’ support group in his Boston office to encourage open dialogue on parenting and career balance, inspiring colleagues to prioritize family while advancing professionally. As a dual-career parent, Fergal actively manages daily parenting duties for his daughters. His example demonstrates that success at work and active fatherhood can coexist. With the EY US 16-week parental leave policy, Fergal has proven career progression and family life are mutually achievable, encouraging others to embrace both roles confidently.