Unlock the secrets to mastering nutrition and entrepreneurship in our latest episode with Darren O'Reilly, the founder of Wholesupp. You'll gain insights into Darren's inspiring transition from athlete to entrepreneur, and how he's making clean nutrition accessible to everyone. We discuss the significance of transparent product labeling, third-party testing, and how accurate food labeling can drive informed consumer choices. Darren also shares how personal health data, like those from Whoop devices, is revolutionizing our approach to health and nutrition. Get a behind-the-scenes look at the entrepreneurial journey of Wholesupp. Darren opens up about the trials and triumphs of product development, the importance of strategic partnerships, and the critical role of funding in scaling a business. From leveraging expert skills to the value of a dedicated team, Darren’s story is a testament to resilience and continuous learning.  Tune in to hear how transferable skills and ambitious goals are pushing Wholesup towards exciting new horizons.     --- My Season Partners Local Enterprise Offices: https://bit.ly/4bgUdPv Iconic Offices: https://bit.ly/3vPQAzF

My rising star pick for season 18 is Aine Kennedy, founder of The Smooth Company. The only thing more remarkable than her rise over the last 2 years is her ability to dream up genius marketing ideas. From millions of views on TikTok with her viral sensation grandad to securing a unique partnership with Brown Thomas, Aine is a creative powerhouse. This is a story grounded in pure entrepreneurial spirit and hard work.  We uncover the grit behind the glamour, from the bootstrap beginnings to the euphoria of seeing her creation gracing the aisles of high-end retailers. Aine's story is an ode to the virtues of kindness, the underestimated power of a positive mindset, and the strength required to build a special business. Join us for an episode that's as much about the entrepreneurial hustle as it is about the human connections that make it all worthwhile.   --- My Season Partners Local Enterprise Offices: https://bit.ly/4bgUdPv Iconic Offices: https://bit.ly/3vPQAzF

Ronan Perceval, the founder of Phorest salon software, joins me on this week's pod. Ronan's journey began when he built a text messaging service at Trinity College. This was the start of a serial entrepreneur journey that would see him start Demonware before he had the idea for Phorest. He has spent the last 20 years building Phorest into one of the world's largest salon software providers.  Ronan believed in the idea of Phorest so much that he spent a year working behind the front desk in a salon to learn the exact pain points of customers! That is the level dedication and commitment to success that elite founders have.  --- My Season Partners Local Enterprise Offices: https://bit.ly/4bgUdPv Iconic Offices: https://bit.ly/3vPQAzF

Andrew Mullaney is developing an AI that can beat any financial market! Formerly the co-founder of NewsWhip, Andrew is now the mastermind behind Premind AI. The serial entrepreneur is developing a model that can consume information in real time, validate it, and make trades before humans can even finish reading it.  Stock movements often ride the waves of viral content, regardless of the truthfulness of the news itself, and we discuss how this phenomenon can mislead investors and sway market dynamics. If his tests become reality, this product will change the way stocks and shares are traded and make Andrew a billionaire many times over! Andrew's candid reflections on life after Newswhip, embracing simplicity, and the endurance required for entrepreneurial success leave us with a potent mix of inspiration and pragmatism. .--- My Season Partners Local Enterprise Offices: https://bit.ly/4bgUdPv Iconic Offices: https://bit.ly/3vPQAzF

This week, I chat with Adnan Shabab, the entrepreneurial force behind Umi Falafel and a host of other Dublin eateries,as he shares his remarkable journey from a Palestinian refugee camp to establishing a food empire in Ireland. Adnan now operates an award winning hospitality chain across Ireland from Dublin to Belfast to Cork. This remarkable journey across the Middle East to Europe reveals the true strength of character it takes to not only start a business, but to start a new life in a brand new country. His tale is one of resilience, adaptability and the power of your word being your bond.   --- My Season Partners Local Enterprise Offices: https://bit.ly/4bgUdPv Iconic Offices: https://bit.ly/3vPQAzF

The line from Thurles to Silicon Valley is not a straight one, but Paul Hayes forged a path. A born storyteller, he has spent over 20 years honing his craft to tell the stories of the world's biggest tech companies & brands. We unpack the power of storytelling in effective PR strategies, and Paul shares how crafting a compelling narrative can transform startups into industry conversation leaders, fostering trust and loyalty among potential customers. In a wide ranging conversation, we discuss the lessons learned at the intersection of life, business, and the uncharted paths we choose. Paul Hayes is the founder of BeachHut PR.   --- My Season Partners Local Enterprise Offices: https://bit.ly/4bgUdPv Iconic Offices: https://bit.ly/3vPQAzF

Conall Laverty, founder of Wia joins Gary on this week's pod. A natural experimenter & entrepreneur, Conall can spot an opportunity where others can't. After his bike was stolen, he began building devices to make dumb objects smart. Fast forward to today, and his company, WIA, has developed a revolutionary piece of tech that companies can fit into their factories & warehouses. It will not only monitor energy use but see where millions of euros are being wasted or even stolen!   --- My Season Partners Local Enterprise Offices: https://bit.ly/4bgUdPv Iconic Offices: https://bit.ly/3vPQAzF

Ciara Walsh and James Fahy, the founders of JustTip join Gary for this week's episode. Ciara and James open up about the dizzying highs of viral success and the daunting lows of financial strain, shedding light on the critical decisions that have defined their path. But it's not all smooth sailing in the world of startups, as our candid conversation reveals the raw realities of scaling a business.   Their story is a masterclass in resilience, offering valuable lessons for anyone with their sights set on entrepreneurial success. Listen closely as they share the secrets to transforming challenge into opportunity and discuss the shifts in consumer behavior driving digital transactions into the norm.   --- My Season Partners Local Enterprise Offices: https://bit.ly/4bgUdPv Iconic Offices: https://bit.ly/3vPQAzF

Welcome to the launch episode of season 18 of the pod. John Beckett built the first Ryanair website when he was still in school. He built it for £20k and later discovered the next closest quote was £3.5 million! It began his founder journey, and he has built multiple companies, including ChannelSight. In his spare time, he has the ambitious plan to reforest large parts of Ireland with Forest Partners, his non-for-profit to combat climate change. --- My Season Partners Local Enterprise Offices: https://bit.ly/4bgUdPv Iconic Offices: https://bit.ly/3vPQAzF

Back by semi-popular demand is our full nerdy planning guide for Q2. In this episode, I recap your 2024 Masterplan and help you review Q1 and set goals you can hit in Q2. Goal setting and planning are often overcomplicated so I take you through a simple, clear and actionable plan that you can do in 30 minutes.  We look at goals, systems and review guides to help you break down the months into bite sized chunks to make hitting your goals easier than ever. Join my free weekly email newsletter here: https://bit.ly/40TgDkq --- My Season Partners Local Enterprise Offices: https://bit.ly/4bgUdPv Ethos - Resilience: https://bit.ly/3w1IunV  Iconic Offices: https://bit.ly/3vPQAzF