Blog https://www.discoverkerry.com/blog/ Blog Fri, 06 Dec 2024 19:29:23 +0000 Business Leaders Honoured at Annual Kerry Business Leaders' Gala Dinner https://www.discoverkerry.com/blog/post/business-leaders-honoured-at-annual-kerry-business-leaders-gala-dinner/ https://www.discoverkerry.com/blog/post/business-leaders-honoured-at-annual-kerry-business-leaders-gala-dinner/#comments https://www.discoverkerry.com/blog/post/business-leaders-honoured-at-annual-kerry-business-leaders-gala-dinner/ Mon, 11 Mar 2024 21:00:00 +0000

Celebrating Excellence

Over 200 guests attended the Business Leaders’ Gala Dinner on Thursday 7th March at the Rose Hotel in Tralee to recognise the achievements of Kerry business leaders. Presented by Kerry Innovation Centre in partnership with Kerry County Council and EY Ireland, this annual

]]> From Lab to Market: The Inspiring Journey of Dr. Helena McMahon https://www.discoverkerry.com/blog/post/from-lab-to-market-the-inspiring-journey-of-dr-helena-mcmahon/ https://www.discoverkerry.com/blog/post/from-lab-to-market-the-inspiring-journey-of-dr-helena-mcmahon/#comments https://www.discoverkerry.com/blog/post/from-lab-to-market-the-inspiring-journey-of-dr-helena-mcmahon/ Mon, 29 Jan 2024 19:00:00 +0000

Bridging the World of Academia and Business

Meet Dr. Helena McMahon, a proud Tralee native whose journey intertwines her passion for human health with a knack for entrepreneurship, enriching Kerry's entrepreneurial landscape. Armed with a background in biomedical science and drug development,

]]> The Cantillon Academy: A Beacon of Fresh Thinking and Entrepreneurial Mindset https://www.discoverkerry.com/blog/post/the-cantillon-academy-a-beacon-of-fresh-thinking-and-entrepreneurial-mindset/ https://www.discoverkerry.com/blog/post/the-cantillon-academy-a-beacon-of-fresh-thinking-and-entrepreneurial-mindset/#comments https://www.discoverkerry.com/blog/post/the-cantillon-academy-a-beacon-of-fresh-thinking-and-entrepreneurial-mindset/ Mon, 08 Jan 2024 11:00:00 +0000

The Cantillon Academy, a hub of fresh thinking and entrepreneurial mindset, finds its roots in the rich history of entrepreneurship. It's fascinating to note that the very word "entrepreneur" can be traced back to County Kerry where its origins intertwine with the academy's mission and vision.

The

]]> Salaso's Wins Big at HealthTech Ireland Innovation Awards 2023 https://www.discoverkerry.com/blog/post/salaso-award/ https://www.discoverkerry.com/blog/post/salaso-award/#comments https://www.discoverkerry.com/blog/post/salaso-award/ Fri, 01 Dec 2023 14:00:00 +0000

Tralee-based health tech company, Salaso, has been recognised for its outstanding contribution to the healthcare industry at the prestigious Health Tech Innovation Awards 2023. The company received the "Most Transformative Impact – Diagnostics for Prevention" award for its innovative myHealthyBody

]]> A Family Affair: Paul and Neil Fitzgibbon, Ard Rí Group https://www.discoverkerry.com/blog/post/trailblazing-in-kerry-paul-and-neil-fitzgibbon-ard-r-group/ https://www.discoverkerry.com/blog/post/trailblazing-in-kerry-paul-and-neil-fitzgibbon-ard-r-group/#comments https://www.discoverkerry.com/blog/post/trailblazing-in-kerry-paul-and-neil-fitzgibbon-ard-r-group/ Thu, 16 Nov 2023 09:00:00 +0000

For over three decades, the Fitzgibbon family has transformed Ard Rí from a local stonemasonry craft producer into a thriving international powerhouse in the homeware industry. Founded by Noel Fitzgibbon in 1989, Ard Rí Marble initially focused on handcrafted fireplaces in Tralee, Ireland. Fast

]]> Jim Breen's Journey of Making Big Things Happen in the Workplace https://www.discoverkerry.com/blog/post/jim-breen/ https://www.discoverkerry.com/blog/post/jim-breen/#comments https://www.discoverkerry.com/blog/post/jim-breen/ Wed, 01 Nov 2023 16:00:00 +0000

Jim Breen, the founder of Pulse Learning and I Am Here, is an entrepreneur whose journey is nothing short of inspiring. Here, we delve into his entrepreneurial story, including how PulseLearning came to be and the emergence of the I Am Here movement which focuses on mental health and wellbeing.

]]> Alan Scroope and the Remarkable Success of FreeFlow https://www.discoverkerry.com/blog/post/trailblazing-in-kerry-alan-scroope-and-the-remarkable-success-of-freeflow/ https://www.discoverkerry.com/blog/post/trailblazing-in-kerry-alan-scroope-and-the-remarkable-success-of-freeflow/#comments https://www.discoverkerry.com/blog/post/trailblazing-in-kerry-alan-scroope-and-the-remarkable-success-of-freeflow/ Wed, 01 Nov 2023 15:00:00 +0000

Alan Scroope's passion for innovation and a relentless drive for success is evident with the remarkable success he has achieved with FreeFlow, a multi-million-euro technology company with relationships with some of the world's largest technology firms.

Alan's journey began in Tralee, Co Kerry, where

]]> FinTech's Finest: Brian McCarthy's incredible entrepreneurial journey with Fexco https://www.discoverkerry.com/blog/post/trailblazing-in-kerry-brian-mccarthys-incredible-entrepreneurial-journey-with-fexco/ https://www.discoverkerry.com/blog/post/trailblazing-in-kerry-brian-mccarthys-incredible-entrepreneurial-journey-with-fexco/#comments https://www.discoverkerry.com/blog/post/trailblazing-in-kerry-brian-mccarthys-incredible-entrepreneurial-journey-with-fexco/ Wed, 01 Nov 2023 12:00:00 +0000

Brian McCarthy is the founder behind the incredible success story of Fexco. He established the company in 1981, and he's been one of the main driving force behind its remarkable journey ever since. Fexco proudly calls Killorglin, County Kerry home.

Before the Fexco adventure, Brian McCarthy had

]]> Picture Perfect : Jerry Kennelly & the Stockbyte Story https://www.discoverkerry.com/blog/post/trailblazing-in-kerry-jerry-kennelly/ https://www.discoverkerry.com/blog/post/trailblazing-in-kerry-jerry-kennelly/#comments https://www.discoverkerry.com/blog/post/trailblazing-in-kerry-jerry-kennelly/ Thu, 19 Oct 2023 16:00:00 +0100

In the realm of Irish entrepreneurship, few names shine as brightly as Jerry Kennelly's. His journey from a photojournalist to a global business leader is a testament to his vision and dedication.

Jerry Kennelly embarked on his career in 1981 as a photojournalist. For 15 years, he worked for a

]]> A lookback at Tricel and Michael Stack's entrepreneurial journey in 2014 https://www.discoverkerry.com/blog/post/trailblazer-mike-stack/ https://www.discoverkerry.com/blog/post/trailblazer-mike-stack/#comments https://www.discoverkerry.com/blog/post/trailblazer-mike-stack/ Thu, 05 Oct 2023 14:00:00 +0100

In 2014, Tricel managing director Michael Stack saw his efforts in growing the Killarney based company recognised with news of his nomination in the international category for the EY Entrepreneur of the Year Programme. Following on from the rebrand of Killarney Plastics and other companies within

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