Pamela Laird is on a mission to bring her beauty brand global.  Starting with a single product just a few years ago, Pamela is preparing to launch into the UK after a hugely successful appearance on The Apprentice UK. In part 1 of our chat, we chat about her experience on the show, what really happens behind the scenes & how she started her beauty company, Moxi Loves.    

You start life as a teenage coder before becoming a crusading journalist followed by a highly successful career as a music festival promoter, to now leading one of Ireland's most promising startups in the AI space. How is this possible? Find out how Andreea has lived a life that has defied boundaries or career paths to forge her own destiny.    

Often the best business ideas come from solving your own problem.  When Luke was recovering from a serious illness, Evelyn began preparing healthy, quick meals that he could eat anywhere. Simply Fit Food was born. In this episode, we discover how to go from problem to solution in a matter of months and how early success can often stretch you to breaking point. We chat about what Dragons Den is really like behind the scenes and how the couple manages to both live and work together.  

For my final interview of the year, I sit down with Jamie Helly, founder of Dynamo & one of the founders of MIA chocolate. The thing that captured my imagination about Jamie and his business was the fact that not only has he designed some of the most memorable Irish brands but he then went and did it with his own chocolate brand. Jamie and his team are the very definition of becoming your own customer. It was a fascinating chat and we cover everything from branding to motorbike racing!

The first live version of our podcast features Devan Hughes, founder of Buymie & Garret Flower founder of Parkpnp. Two of our most popular guests in 2019, we delve deeper into their stories and they answer your questions about entrepreneurship, founder mentality and what business ideas are exciting them for 2020. 

The Entrepreneur Experiment presents, The Ideas Lab.  I sit down with Ireland's brightest minds and try to identify ideas and trends that they believe will become popular. In this week's episode, I sit down with David Delahunty, entrepreneur and maker. We explore Biohacking, No Code, the rise of remote work, niche groups and vegan versions of popular food.   

A best-selling author, online community builder, speaker, brand builder, and skincare expert, Jennifer Rock, aka The Skin Nerd is simply unstoppable. Since 2016, her brand and social media presence have exploded and The Skin Nerd is now a household name. We chat about how she has captured the elusive lightning in a bottle moment of when sheer hard work meets creative brilliance. Join us on a remarkable journey as we unfold the inspiring entrepreneurial story of Jennifer Rock, AKA the Skin Nerd. Known for her unbridled passion and unwavering dedication to skincare, Jennifer has carved a niche for herself in the industry with her innovative approach. This episode is a treasure trove of insights as Jennifer candidly shares her voyage from failure to success, discussing the invaluable lessons she learned while starting a skincare company and her unique strategy of creating a morally driven business. Get an inside look into how Jennifer revolutionized the world of skincare, from creating a substantial online skincare community to her latest venture, Skin Ingredients. Be privy to the challenges and victories she's encountered and her ingenious problem-solving strategies. Jennifer also emphasizes the criticality of tackling the 'mundane parts' when kickstarting a business. Moreover, she imparts valuable advice on networking, seeking mentors, and sheds light on the reality of being a successful entrepreneur. This discussion goes beyond just skincare. It touches on the highs and lows of entrepreneurship, making it a must-listen for both aspiring entrepreneurs and skincare enthusiasts. Listen as Jennifer talks about relinquishing her perfectionism, her decision-making process, and her devotion to skincare. Plus, you'll get a glimpse into what the future holds for the Skin Nerd. So, don't miss out on this enlightening conversation with Jennifer Rock.

In this week’s episode, I sit down down John Ryan, the founder of Gigable. Three years ago, John was a captain in the Irish Army and today he runs a tech company with staff working around the globe. The 9-5 job is dying and Gigable aims to be the solution the paves the way for a whole new way to find and get paid to work when you want.

In this week's episode, I chat with Conor Sheridan, founder of Mad Egg restaurants.  In just over a year, Conor has taken an idea from his notebook to having 3 highly popular outlets in Dublin. In this episode, we discover just why so many restaurants fail and how Mad Egg is smashing that trend. We learn how Conor developed his concept despite having zero restaurant experience.  Most importantly, he reveals just how they make their chicken just so damn tasty!          

After a short break, I'm back with big news and a new project is revealed. In this episode, I share why I've been away, news of my live show and reveal a new project that is launching next week.