The Dublin Business Collective

In this episode, Máire Fay sits down with Denise Kenny Byrne, Co-Founder of The Head Plan. The Head Plan was founded in 2019 after Denise and her husband Ciaran experienced serious illness, prompting them to reassess their life priorities and dive into the world of wellness and community.  The Head Plan's first product, the Head Plan Journal, has touched the lives of over 100,000 Head Planners worldwide. In just four years, the award-winning business has achieved remarkable success, growth, and investment.  Máire and Denise chat about how The Head Plan started, what it was like to pitch to legendary Dragon Peter Jones and what the future holds.  In this fast-paced and digital world, we are all wired for connection. However, it's important to connect with ourselves before we can have meaningful connections with others. This is where The Head Plan comes in - an intuitive business built on bravery, belief, and balance.  If you are inspired to take a more active role in rewriting your own business future, remember that Dublin Chamber can guide and help you. Visit dublinchamber.ie for more or talk to us on our socials.  -- LinkedIn – Dublin Chamber  X - @dubcham  Instagram - @dublin.chamber  TikTok - @dublin.chamber  -- This podcast is kindly sponsored by SSE Airtricity.  SSE Airtricity empowers customers to switch to cleaner, greener energy and adopt green solutions to make your business more sustainable and help you on the road to net zero.  Small steps can lead to the greatest change - to learn more about how SSE Airtricity can support your business on its sustainability journey visit  sseairtricity.com

If you enjoy socialising in Dublin - in places with warm ambient lighting, surrounded by the hum of lively conversation and the smell of gorgeous food, there is a high chance you’ve been in one of this week’s guest’s well-regarded and thriving establishments.   This week, host Máire Fay is joined by Noel Anderson, Managing Director of The Bridge 1859, Lemon and Duke, The Blackrock and the recently opened Little Lemon.  The Irish gastro scene and hospitality industry is a tough but exciting space - It's competitive, it's demanding, but the rewards are incredible.  But these venues don’t build themselves – success hinges on leadership and a team who have a vision and the ability to drive it home. In this episode, Noel and Máire talk about Noel’s first venture, the importance of trusting your instincts, and just how hospitable is the Dublin hospitality scene in 2024?  If you are inspired to take a more active role in rewriting your own business future, remember that Dublin Chamber can guide and help you. Visit dublinchamber.ie for more or talk to us on our socials.  -- LinkedIn Dublin Chamber X @dubcham Instagram @dublinchamber TikTok @dublin.chamber This podcast is kindly sponsored by SSE Airtricity SSE Airtricity empowers customers to switch to cleaner, greener energy and adopt green solutions to make your business more sustainable and help you on the road to net zero. Small steps can lead to the greatest change - to learn more about how SSE Airtricity can support your business on its sustainability journey visit www.sseairtricity.com/ie/

We’re back! Our first guest of season 2 is Sonia Deasy, Founder and CEO of Pestle & Mortar, a trailblazing Irish skincare brand. Ever since the launch of their very first formulation, Pestle & Mortar have been known as changemakers – A dedication to creating an uncomplicated, yet high performing line of skincare products - has seen Sonia’s business catapulted onto the world stage with endorsements from Vanity Fair, Vogue and the New York Times. In this episode, Sonia will tell host Máire Fay about how her skincare philosophies are rooted in her Indian heritage and how it ultimately led to moving away from her family photography business and founding her thriving and award-winning range. If you are inspired to take a more active role in rewriting your own business future, remember that Dublin Chamber can guide and help you. Visit dublinchamber.ie for more or talk to us on our socials. LinkedIn Dublin Chamber X @dubcham Instagram @dublinchamber TikTok @dublin.chamber This podcast is kindly sponsored by SSE Airtricity SSE Airtricity empowers customers to switch to cleaner, greener energy and adopt green solutions to make your business more sustainable and help you on the road to net zero. Small steps can lead to the greatest change - to learn more about how SSE Airtricity can support your business on its sustainability journey visit www.sseairtricity.com/ie/

Stephen O’Leary is the 134th President of Dublin Chamber and has been a member of Council since 2015 and member of the Board of Directors since 2020. Stephen also sits on the Board of Directors of Chambers Ireland and Anu Productions.  Stephen is the founder of Olytico, Ireland’s leading social media analysis company.   As well as an Irish and international client list, research and analysis carried out by Olytico has been published by major national and international media outlets including RTE, The Irish Times, The BBC and The Washington Post. Stephen is a World Economic Forum Young Global Shaper. He is a highly regarded conference speaker having addressed audiences at events including the Sport and New Media Conference in Paris, Web Summit, DMX, and The Dublin Tech Summit.  Stephen is a Fellow of Griffith College Dublin, where he lectured in Online Journalism. This episode concludes the first series of 'The Dublin Business Collective' - Stay tuned in the near future by following Dublin Chamber on all socials or via https://www.dublinchamber.ie/ The Dublin Business Collective is Sponsored by SSE Airtricity

Join Maire Fay on 'Business Collective' once again as she sits down with John Tuohy, Founder & CEO of OOHPod - a seasoned entrepreneur with 30 years of business prowess. Discover his expertise in package delivery, freight, and logistics, with a focus on Self-Service Smart Parcel Lockers. Don't miss this episode filled with business wisdom and success stories. Be sure to subscribe to 'Business Collective' for weekly doses of entrepreneurial inspiration!

Jennifer Rock is an award-winning skin tutor, dermal facialist and bestselling author, and the CEO and founder of the multi-award winning Skingredients® skincare range, The Skin Nerd® educational skin platform and Skin Nerd Network® online skin consultations and store. Jennifer published her bestselling debut book, The Skin Nerd: Your Straight-Talking Guide to Feeding, Protecting & Respecting Your Skin (Hachette Ireland) in 2018. The Skin Nerd Philosophy: Your Expert Guide to Skin Health (Hachette Ireland) was published in September 2020. Jennifer is also a regular contributor across multiple Irish and UK media platforms including monthly skincare contributor for Today FM, resident skincare expert at Virgin Media as well as writing a weekly column for Irish Examiner.

Welcome back to another episode of The Dublin Business Collective, with your host Maire Fay. This episode features Louis Copeland from 'Louis Copeland & Sons', the renowned Irish tailoring business that prioritises exceptional customer service. Established in Dublin, the brand gained fame for bespoke suits and high-quality menswear, attracting a global clientele.  Recently celebrating their 90th anniversary, the brand continues to be synonymous with high class, customer experience along with exceptional craftsmanship.

Welcome back to The Dublin Business Collective. In this episode, Máire Fay speaks with Tom Walsh, the founder and CEO of Staycity Group. Established in 2004, Dublin-based Staycity Group is a top European aparthotel operator. Starting with one Dublin apartment, Tom and his brother expanded to cities like London and Paris. Staycity now operates 7,000+ apartments across 14 European cities. Tune into this episode to hear about Tom's history, major points in his career along with some invaluable advice for all entrepreneurs across the country.  The Dublin Business Collective is kindly sponsored by SSE Airtricity. Links Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/DublinChamberofCommerce LinkedIn - http://www.linkedin.com/company/396155 YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/user/DubCham Twitter (X) - https://twitter.com/dubcham Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/instadubcham/

In this episode, Máire Fay speaks with Gary Lavin, the founder and chairman of VITHIT, a leading low calorie, low sugar vitamin drink brand. Gary was inspired to create a viable, sugar-free, energy drink alternative and now VITHIT is available in over 15 international markets and has partnered with numerous retail partners across the globe! Don't miss this fascinating discussion along with some priceless advice Gary provides for other Food & Drink entrepreneurs. The Dublin Business Collective is kindly sponsored by SSE Airtricity. Links Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/DublinChamberofCommerce LinkedIn - http://www.linkedin.com/company/396155 YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/user/DubCham Twitter (X) - https://twitter.com/dubcham Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/instadubcham/

In this episode, we're honoured to introduce you to Rosie Connolly, the Co-Founder of 4th ARQ, a premium unisex streetwear brand that's redefining fashion. Join your host Máire Fay, as she dives deep into Rosie's inspiring entrepreneurship journey right from the brand's inception along with highlights, and challenges, that Rosie faced along the way. The Dublin Business Collective is kindly sponsored by SSE Airtricity. Links Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/DublinChamberofCommerce LinkedIn - http://www.linkedin.com/company/396155 YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/user/DubCham Twitter (X) - https://twitter.com/dubcham Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/instadubcham/

In this first episode of 'The Dublin Business Collective', we are thrilled to have Oonagh O'Hagan, the visionary owner and managing director of Meagher's Pharmacy, a name synonymous with excellence and community care. Join us as we explore Oonagh's journey from a single pharmacy to a dynamic network, her innovative approach to customer service, and the valuable lessons she's learned along the way. The Dublin Business Collective is kindly sponsored by SSE Airtricity. Links Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/DublinChamberofCommerce LinkedIn - http://www.linkedin.com/company/396155 YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/user/DubCham Twitter (X) - https://twitter.com/dubcham Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/instadubcham/

Dublin Chamber is proud and excited to introduce The Dublin Business Collective, kindly sponsored by SSE Airtricity.  Every fortnight, our host, Máire Fay will sit down with entrepreneurial visionaries, industry icons, and game-changers from diverse backgrounds and industries. These trailblazers have built empires, shattered glass ceilings, and transformed their passion into thriving businesses. The Dublin Business Collective is your go-to resource for actionable advice, practical tips, and motivation to fuel your own business journey.  Dublin Chamber is the largest and most influential B2B networking and lobbying organisation in Dublin. Founded in 1783, the Chamber now represents over 1,000 businesses throughout the Greater Dublin region. As the voice of Dublin business, we want Dublin to be globally renowned for its quality of life, sustainability, and economic vibrancy. Our mission is to help your business succeed in a successful Dublin.  To find out more visit dublinchamber.ie.