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AIBF Business Talk is an original podcast brought to you by the All-Ireland Business Foundation. In each episode we talk to innovators, entrepreneurs and leaders to bring you practical lessons and actionable insights that you can apply to your business and in your daily life.
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Friday Sep 23, 2022
Friday Sep 23, 2022
“Buying a house used to be a labour of life, now it’s a transaction. Getting mortgage approval should be celebrated like a Ryanair flight landing - there should be a bell at the end because you’ve gone through so much says Dundalk realtor Keith Duffy”
Keith is the Managing Director at DNG Duffy & DPS Property Management, two market-leading operations based in the North East of the country.
In this episode of AIBF Business Talk, Keith shared his perspective on the current property market in a year which has seen increased costs of construction slowing down supply.
Listen in to this weeks episode to learn about Keith’s entrepreneurial journey, success tips and get his advice on the steps you need to take to get on the property ladder.
Keith is also a proud recipient of All-Star Real Estate Personality Of The Year 2021 by the AIBF in recognition of his outstanding contribution to quality and standards in the real estate sector.
The All-Ireland Business Foundation would like to thank Keith for sharing his valuable insights with our listeners.
About the All-Ireland Business Foundation
The AIBF is an independent national body that identifies and acknowledges the country’s most ambitious and visionary businesses.
As the accreditation body for the Business All-Star mark, the AIBF recognises Best-In-Class Irish businesses. Companies that merit recognition based on an independent audit of their performance, reputation, and customer-centricity.
Business All-Star Accreditation Is The Nation’s Symbol Of Trust.
Wednesday Sep 21, 2022
Wednesday Sep 21, 2022
“Never feel so comfortable with where you are - because complacency is dangerous in business"
In this episode of AIBF Business Talk, The Nigerian-born Entrepreneur Emeka Ikwukeme shared his recipe for success on how being resilient helped him to build two leading Irish-based companies; Tax GO Global and Parcel-King.
But like many entrepreneurs, Emeka’s path to success was fraught with tough experiences, demoralising failures and hard-learned lessons.
He spoke to the All-Ireland Business Times about the history of his successful enterprises and revealed some of the key lessons he learned along the way.
Parcel-King, through its business partnerships with Amazon, GLS & An-Post has rapidly established itself as Ireland’s premier parcel delivery service. Parcel-King plays a key role in their online sales fulfillment and deliveries.
We recognise Emeka’s outstanding contribution to industry and commerce since establishing his commercial base in Ireland. Emeka is also a proud recipient of AIBF Irish-African Businessperson of the year 2021.
The All-Ireland Business Foundation would like to thank Emeka for sharing his story and valuable insights with our listeners.
Thursday Sep 15, 2022
Thursday Sep 15, 2022
Tough times make tough people…
This is true of Charlie Fitzgerald of the Fitzgerald Group, which comprises Fitzgerald Skip Hire, Limerick’s leading skip hire company.
In this episode of AIBF Business Talk, Charlie opened up to Elaine about how his resilience helped him overcome family tragedy and lead a successful skip hire company.
Also, have you ever wondered how you market a skip? Charlie gives some truly interesting advice on the importance of branding and community pride.
The Fitzgerald Group has over 15 vehicles on the road and over 500 skip containers. They have recently expanded a waste collection and a site clearance service as well as operating a new pay by weight service at their Recycling Centre.
The All-Ireland Business Foundation would like to thank Charlie for sharing his story and valuable insights with our listeners.
We are proud to support and endorse the Fitzgerald Group.
Thursday Sep 15, 2022
Thursday Sep 15, 2022
In hospitality, you’re married to the job, so it’s vital that your workplace is a happy environment.
Mario Puchowski of the Longcourt House Hotel Group knows this better than most after spending more than 25 years working in the hospitality sector.
In this episode of AIBF Business Talk, Mario spoke to Elaine about cultivating a positive workplace culture through respect, teamwork, and laughter.
Mario also shared some great tips for companies struggling to get their teams to bond in fast paced environments.
The All-Ireland Business Foundation is proud to support and endorse Mario and the Longcourt House Hotel.
We would like to take this opportunity to thank him for speaking with us.
Thursday Sep 08, 2022
Thursday Sep 08, 2022
Sanbra Fyffe Ltd – The Makers of Instantor®️ was founded in 1926 and has become a market leader in wholesale and distribution of plumbing supplies to the builder’s merchants trade.
After almost 100 years in the industry, the company is continuing to grow and innovate.
In this episode of AIBF Business Talk, Elaine caught up with Managing Director of Sanbra Fyffe Ltd Alan Hogan to discuss how innovation is at the core of everything they do.
Alan also reveals Sanbra Fyffe’s differentiator is that they have control around the full lifecycle of the product, allowing them to maintain the most stringent quality standards.
The All-Ireland Business Foundation is proud to support and endorse Sanbra Fyffe Ltd and would like to thank Alan for sharing his company’s story with our listeners.
Friday Sep 02, 2022
Friday Sep 02, 2022
The Clare Family Resource Centre & Creche was founded in 1996 as the first community creche in Ireland.
The centre was founded on a vision to help lone parents back into the workforce by providing an affordable childcare service for the wider Ennis community.
Today, the centre caters for 150 children in Ennis, Co. Clare and has been a huge success in providing accessible, affordable, high quality childcare as well as employment opportunities for early years workers in the region.
In this week’s episode of AIBF Business Talk, Elaine caught up with Maureen Keane, manager of the Clare Family Resource Centre & Creche, to discuss how valuable the centre has been to its community.
Maureen also shares her insights on how childcare in Ireland can be improved to benefit childcare providers and parents alike.
The AIBF is delighted to support and endorse the fantastic work being done by the Clare Family Resource Centre & Creche.
Thursday Aug 25, 2022
Thursday Aug 25, 2022
Five-time Business All-Star Accredited dental manufacturer Dental Tech is targeting an exciting expansion into Britain and the US.
The family business has experienced rapid growth after developing 3D printing technology that has the potential to revolutionise oral care.
In this week's episode of AIBF Business Talk, Elaine caught up with Bevin Mahon, owner and Managing Director of Dental Tech, who took her on an illuminating tour of the business.
Through Dental Tech’s portable/online/bricks & mortar clinics, Bevin’s company offers market-leading dental and denture solutions so people can eat, chew, speak and socialise with dignity and confidence in the comfort of their own homes and nursing homes.
The All-Ireland Business Foundation is proud to endorse the fine work being done by Bevin and her All-Star team and we would like to thank her for letting us look inside her wonderful company.
Stay tuned for exciting developments coming in the next few weeks....
Thursday Aug 18, 2022
Thursday Aug 18, 2022
The R-word is on everyone's lips at the moment...
Whether or not we're headed for tough economic times, Alison Mc Murtrie of Idunn Consultancy believes there’s always an opportunity for growth.
In this episode of AIBF Business Talk, she revealed some amazing growth tips and strategies
that you can start implementing today to achieve real sustainable growth.
Through Idunn, Alison has helped thousands of Irish entrepreneurs and leaders to grow and scale their businesses through sound advice based on vast personal experience.
The All-Ireland Business Foundation is proud to support and endorse Alison’s work.
We would like to take this opportunity to thank her for sharing her advice with our listeners.
Thursday Aug 11, 2022
Thursday Aug 11, 2022
Access to affordable, healthy school meals is fast becoming a reality for Irish students thanks to our amazing All-Stars at The Lunch Bag.
More than 30,000 school children are being empowered to make healthy food choices every day through the use of The Lunch Bag’s healthy school meal delivery service.
The business recently announced the creation of 100 new jobs amid plans to expand their service to provide hot lunches to schools to Deise schools.
In this week’s episode of AIBF Business Talk, Elaine caught up with company co-founder Ger Killian who took her on a tour of the wonderful business.
Listen in to hear Ger’s fascinating thoughts on growth, sustainability and youth empowerment.
The AIBF is delighted to support and endorse the fantastic work being done by The Lunch Bag’s All-Star Team.
Thursday Aug 04, 2022
Thursday Aug 04, 2022
Teamwork - as the saying goes - makes the dream work.
And it’s one that Cork man Eamonn Harty has taken to heart.
Thanks to his focus on teamwork (coupled with an award winning tapas menu) Eamonn has developed his family bar & restaurant business into a household name
In this week’s episode of AIBF Business Talk, he spoke to Elaine about the history of the Harty family business and offered some fascinating advice on how to create an environment where customers and staff thrive.
Harty’s Bar & Restaurant in Cloyne was recently named AIBF County Cork Bar & Restaurant Of The Year by the All-Ireland Business Foundation.
The business offers fine food coupled with traditional service and customers travel from across Munster to the popular venue to celebrate birthdays, christenings, communions, weddings and everything in between.
We’re proud to support and endorse the fine work being done by Harty’s team and highly recommend a visit to their award-winning venue.