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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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!
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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.
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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.
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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.
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Your mentor today is Eoin Hinchy, the co-founder of Tines.
Tines has raised over $100 million since being founded in 2018. It has been valued at over $1 billion.
The lesson is not about finance or fundraising. Our lesson today is about the power of simplicity. Founders and aspiring founders overcomplicate the process which leads to delays and self-doubt.
Eoin gives us a simple plan to get started and build momentum.
To listen to the full interview with Eoin go back to episode 232.
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John is a professional poker player turned e-commerce genius.
After 10 years of pro poker, he flipped into the e-commerce world.
During a Covid lockdown, he spent €30,000 trying to make the perfect bar of soap for men! The Black Stuff Soap company was born.
In the 3 years since, he's turned that €30,000 into a business that will hit sales of €5 million this year.
We talk how he uses poker strategy to win at business and how he's dominating in the world of e-commerce.
Visit John's company, The Black Stuff: https://bit.ly/3TJlhjE
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This is a powerful episode with Dan Nugent, an ecommerce entrepreneur with a huge story to tell.
Alongside his wife Sacha, they built their eyewear company from the kitchen table to a €100k a month business.
Post-Covid this came crashing down as online shopping collapsed and shoppers returned to retail stores.
He paused to rebuild the business and has been relentlessly learning from the biggest e-commerce and DTC brands worldwide. Today he shares everything in this episode.
Their unique pivot has seen them rebound and move into performance and recovery eyewear with customers such as Leeds United star, Patrick Bamford.
Dan's tale is one of dogged determination and a willingness to take two steps back to then take 10 steps forward.
Visit their new brand, EverAmbr: https://bit.ly/4annbMr
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Today's guest is Sinead Crowther, the founder of Soothing Solutions.
This is a story of superhuman resilience and the power of logic.
Sinead is without question one of the most inspirational and resourceful entrepreneurs that I've ever had the pleasure of sharing a conversation with.
Her journey is a masterclass in innovation, revealing the meticulous steps from conception to execution of a product that fills a significant gap in the market.
Sinead's narrative is a testament to the unwavering spirit of female entrepreneurs who challenge industry norms and overcome scepticism. From securing substantial funding to retrofitting a historical brewery into a state-of-the-art manufacturing facility, Sinead's tale is both a blueprint and an inspiration.
Her first product, Tonstix Honey Jelly Pops is gaining traction across Ireland & the UK and is now a top selling product on Amazon.
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I first met Luke Mackey back in September 2019 when he appeared on episode 29 of this podcast.
Fast forward 4.5 years and 300 episodes later, he's back to tell me about his latest venture Kota.
Prediction time - Luke & Kota will be one of the hottest startups in Europe in the next 12 months.
We break down the process of building a venture backed startup & the lessons he's bringing into his journey as a second-time founder.
In 2023, Wired magazine picked Kota as one of their hottest startups in Europe.
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Feargal Brady is the co-founder of NoFrixion and joined us back on episode 230.
Today, he teaches us about the triple bottom line.
A serial entrepreneur, he sold his most recent venture, Blueface, to US giant Comcast for an undisclosed sum believed to be €20 million+ in 2020.
He is the definition of a modern, mobile entrepreneur. He divides his time between Ireland, Portugal, and Spain while working across multiple different projects including NoFrixion, and his private equity group, VentureWave Capital.
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Today's guest is Eoin Bara, the founder of Tipple, the e-commerce infrastructure company for alcohol brands.
Eoin's entrepreneurial journey began by flying to South Africa to learn how to make gin to now building a company that could completely change how people buy and sell alcohol across the world.
He raised €400k in just 30 days back in 2022 to get his venture off the ground.
From the personal anecdotes of distilling in South Africa to the formidable obstacles of navigating international taxes and logistics, our discussion takes you behind the scenes of what it truly means to run a disruptive venture in a traditional industry.
This episode is a masterclass in turning challenges into opportunities.
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In this special solo episode, I share the 5 key learnings I've picked up over the 5 years of doing The Entrepreneur Experiment podcast.
From business failures to expensive experiments, I share never told before stories on how the podcast began and where it will be in 5 years time!
This episode is an intimate diary entry, chronicling the profound impact of pivoting when the world stands still, and the unexpected success that can follow.
The episode encapsulates the ethos of 'survive to thrive,' as we acknowledge the mental fitness required for the entrepreneur life
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Welcome Chris Kelly, the co-founder of Tracworx to the pod!
Join us to learn how Tracworx revolutionized asset tracking across industries, from healthcare patient management systems to the brewing sector's battle against asset loss.
We'll reveal how embracing customer feedback and transparent communication can forge unbreakable client relationships, and how strategic funding and angel investors like Liam Casey, and Barry Lunn are instrumental in steering companies toward success.
Through tales of setbacks and serendipity, Chris and I illustrate the resilience and creativity that are the lifeblood of entrepreneurship.
(00:00) Introduction
(07:38) Asset Management in Supply Chains
(14:42) From Dating App to Patient Management
(23:48) Innovating Healthcare Technology and Contact Tracing
(33:48) Business Pivot and Sustainable Solutions
(41:24) Building Relationships Through Customer Communication
(46:06) Entrepreneurial Success Through Strategic Funding
(50:40) Supply Chain Automation and Efficiency
(58:59) Entrepreneurial Networking and Growth
(01:02:37) Automating Retail---
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Ali Ryan, the founder of Goss Media, joins Gary Fox on today's episode.
After being told "This is just a hobby" by an investor, she began a mission to build a media empire.
Over the last 10 years, Ali has bootstrapped her way to the top of the online media world in Ireland. Each month Goss.ie gets over 1 million readers.
Navigating the relentless tides of the media industry requires more than just a good idea—it demands grit, strategy, and a hint of rebellion.
Ali shares her experiences of bootstrapping Goss Media without outside investment, braving the legal threats that come with disrupting the status quo, and weathering the financial storm brought on by a global pandemic.
Her journey underscores the importance of innovation, from pioneering virtual events to leveraging the virality of TikTok, revealing how adaptability can lead to remarkable business growth even in tumultuous times.
Ali's narrative is a powerful reminder that the path to success is often a personal odyssey, marked by a balance of relentless drive and mindful self-care strategies that keep one's vision clear and passions burning bright.
Join us for a deep dive into the heart of a media empire built on unwavering belief and the refusal to accept failure as an option.
Chapters
(00:00) Building a Media Empire
(08:48) Navigating Challenges in Showbiz Industry
(18:35) Building a Media Business From Scratch
(26:11) Challenges of Starting a Business
(34:20) Building Brand Success Through Innovation
(43:56) Navigating Entrepreneurial Growth and Challenges
(48:15) Entrepreneurs and Determination in Disruption
(54:09) Lobbying for Anti-Trolling Legislation
(01:00:10) Women's Empowerment and Self-Care Journeys
(01:11:23) Belief in Possibility and Self-Driven Success
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