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Business Plus Talks

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Ireland
Artificial Intelligence
Leadership
Entrepreneurship
Cybersecurity
Rugby
Foodcloud
Vodafone
Coole Swan
Microsoft Ireland
Artificial Intelligence (AI)
Data Centers
Java Republic
Mana Drone Delivery
Emerald Airlines
Electric Vehicles
Volkswagen Group Ireland
Salesforce
Food Waste
Prime Arena Holdings

Business Plus Talks is a podcast series from BusinessPlus.ie - a platform where Ireland’s leading voices share the inspiring conversations that changed everything in their career, business, or outlook.

Each episode brings together leading figures from across Ireland’s business community - CEOs, policymakers, innovators, and change agents - for an open, energetic, and deeply human exchange on the i... more

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Latest Episodes

In front of a live audience, Frank Brennan, owner of Republic of Work, chats to Dave Burke about the highs and lows of his career, managing a young family while taking big risks and crafting his motivation and people skills through a diverse CV.

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Lesley O'Connor talks about following in her father's footsteps, plans for renewable energy and how a trip to Africa changed her career path.

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Joe Csibi reflects on a career that has taken him around the world, sharing stories from collaborations with global music stars and encounters with some of the industry's most celebrated figures.

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After leaving school, John Kelly began his career as an apprentice, spending seven years balancing study and work before earning the degree that ultimately led him to Suir Engineering, where he now serves as CEO.

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Recent Guests

Joe Csibi
Head of orchestra, choirs, and National Concert Hall
National Concert Hall (Ireland)
Episode: Joe Csibi - National Concert Hall
John Kelly
CEO, Suir Engineering
Suir Engineering
Episode: John Kelly - Suir Engineering
Danny McCoy
CEO of Ibec, Ireland's largest business representative organization
IBEC
Episode: Danny McCoy - Ibec
James O'Connor
Leader of Microsoft Ireland, described as Microsoft's most strategic hub internationally outside the US
Microsoft Ireland
Episode: James O'Connor - Microsoft Ireland
Marian Finnegan
CEO of Sherry FitzGerald (economist, advisor, strategist, leader)
Sherry FitzGerald
Episode: Marian Finnegan - Sherry FitzGerald
Mary Sadlier
CEO of Coole Swan
Coole Swan
Episode: Mary Sadlier - Coole Swan
Conor McCarthy
Aviation executive with leadership roles at Aer Lingus, Ryanair, Plane Consult, Dublin Aerospace, and Emerald Airlines
Emerald Airlines; Dublin Aerospace; Plane Consult
Episode: Conor McCarthy - Emerald Airlines & Dublin Aerospace
Fidelma McGuirk
Founder and CEO of Payslip
Payslip
Episode: Fidelma McGuirk - Payslip
Joanna Gilfoy
Director of Business
Vodafone
Episode: Joanna Gilfoy - Vodafone Ireland

Host

Dave Burke
Host of the show, guiding the conversation with guests and shaping episode flow

Chart Rankings

How this podcast ranks in the Apple Podcasts, Spotify and YouTube charts.

Apple Podcasts
#6
Ireland/Business/Careers
Apple Podcasts
#77
Ireland/Business
Apple Podcasts
#176
Sweden/Business/Careers

Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Joe Csibi - National Concert Hall
Q: What would you tell the 50-year-old version of yourself, or what would you ask them?
I'd tell them not to waste time, to stay calm, and to consider how balance could have enabled doing more with less stress; focus on health, balance, and thoughtful pacing rather than simply piling on more work.
Alice Mansergh - Tourism Ireland
Q: What moment convinced you tourism was the right path for you?
A pivotal moment came in 2018 when she saw a board vacancy at Faultier Ireland and realized that shifting her marketing expertise to promote Ireland as a holiday destination could combine her love of travel with digital marketing, ultimately leading to the Tourism Ireland role.
James O'Connor - Microsoft Ireland
Q: What keeps you motivated in such a fast-changing environment?
The impact of technology on customers and society, the energy and culture at Microsoft, and the opportunity to mentor and grow people, which creates a meaningful, human-centered leadership experience.
James O'Connor - Microsoft Ireland
Q: How has AI transformed Microsoft Ireland's operations and opportunities for employees?
AI is embedded into daily workflows (Copilot in Outlook and Office). It reduces mundane tasks, helps with drafting and tone analysis, and shifts focus to higher-value decision-making and innovation.
James O'Connor - Microsoft Ireland
Q: What would surprise people about Microsoft as a place to work?
The emphasis on culture, growth mindset, collaboration, and the absence of pretence; people are down-to-earth, hardworking, and focused on learning and helping one another grow.

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What is Business Plus Talks about and what kind of topics does it cover?

A leadership-focused, story-driven series that showcases Ireland's business leaders, policymakers, and industry pioneers. Episodes center on high-growth sectors, national economic dynamics, and the human side of steering large organisations through change—covering topics from engineering and infrastructure to AI adoption, regulation, and international expansion. Notable throughlines include leadership development, resilience in volatile markets, digital transformation, and the practical realities of scaling a business, with guests ranging from CEO founders to heads of national organisations. The format tends to mix personal journeys with strategic insights, often weaving in resilience, mentorship, and culture as core drivers of success. Thi... more

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Recent guests on Business Plus Talks include:

1. Joe Csibi
2. John Kelly
3. Danny McCoy
4. James O'Connor
5. Marian Finnegan
6. Mary Sadlier
7. Conor McCarthy
8. Fidelma McGuirk

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