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Business Builders

Conor Kearney
Mental Health
Entrepreneurship
Purpose
Business Fundamentals
Pet Care
Veterinary Practices
E-Commerce
Vulnerability
Kindness
The Elephant In the Room Movement
Mergers and Acquisitions
Business Growth
Risk Management
Emotional Intelligence
Resilience
Golf Course Machinery
Running
Financial Independence
Covid-19
Marketing

I created Business Builders as a weekly interview series to have honest conversations with business owners, entrepreneurs, and investors about their journeys; their successes, setbacks, and the lessons they’ve learned along the way. As a growing business builder myself, I want to learn directly from my guests and share those insights with you. My goal is to provide listeners with practical takeawa... more

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Latest Episodes

John Teeling joins Business Builders for a candid, wide-ranging conversation about risk, resilience, and the 20-year bet that helped revive Irish whiskey. 

When John entered the industry in the 1980s, Irish whiskey had fallen to under 2% of the glob... more

Evelyn Kelly joins Business Builders for a powerful conversation about rare disease medicine, scaling a global consultancy, and what it really means to build a business with purpose.

From starting at her kitchen table in 2017 with no formal plan, to... more

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Michelle Walsh joins Business Builders for a grounded, honest conversation about scaling a family business, navigating relentless growth, and learning the hard lessons that only come from being in the arena.

From unexpectedly stepping into a food ma... more

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Philip McKernan joins Business Builders for a powerful conversation about success, identity, money, and the quiet cost of living a life that isn’t fully aligned with who you are.

Rather than framing success as growth, scale, or financial achievement... more

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Recent Guests

Evelyn Kelly
Founder and CEO of Orphan Drug Consulting.
Orphan Drug Consulting
Episode: The business of saving lives – Evelyn Kelly on how Orphan Drugs actually reach patients
Michelle Walsh
Go-to management consultant and non-executive director for SMEs in Ireland, with extensive experience in the food industry.
M&M Walsh Group
Episode: Michelle Walshe: The Summer That Nearly Broke Our €50M Business
Ian Robertson
Neuroscientist and emeritus professor of psychology at Trinity College Dublin, author of How Confidence Works
Episode: The Winner Effect: Neuroscientist Ian Robertson on How Confidence Works
Sam Moffett
Founder and CEO of Moffett Automation, a warehouse automation company.
Moffett Automation
Episode: How Sam Moffett Built a Global Business from Rural Ireland (Moffett Automation)
Tom Rowan
Founder and managing director of Rowan Engineering
Rowan Engineering
Episode: What Nobody Tells You About Growing a Company with Tom Rowan (Rowan Engineering)
Laura Dillon
Head of Waterland Private Equity, with a diverse career including roles in strategy consulting and entrepreneurship.
Waterland Private Equity
Episode: Investment Strategies, Growth Potential & Managing Risk. Laura Dillon (Waterland Private Equity)
Ross Keating
Founder of The Lennox Academy, a sales training organization
The Lennox Academy
Episode: Building Sales Teams, LinkedIn Content & The Price Of Entry. Ross Keating (The Lennox Academy)
Laura McDermott
Founder and CEO of Colectivo, a sustainability consultancy
Colectivo
Episode: Design Innovation & Sustainability. Laura McDermott (Colectivo)
Ciaran Marron
Founder and CEO of Activ8 Solar Energies
Activ8 Solar Energies
Episode: From Bedroom Start-Up To €70 Million Turnover. Ciaran Marron (Activ8 Solar Energies)

Host

Connor Carney
Host of Business Builders, focused on honest conversations with business owners and entrepreneurs about their journeys and the lessons they've learned.

Reviews

5.0 out of 5 stars from 99 ratings
  • Great first , Irish second

    This might be a slightly controversial take, but some podcasts here in Ireland seem to me to more interested in being local that being great. Conor is an excellent interviewer who asks really humble questions, and draws out the most amazing stories from his interviewees. Thanks Conor, it’s unmissable.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    dkenny
    Ireland3 months ago
  • My new favourite

    Conor is a great host. He makes people feel at ease.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    St John Mc
    Ireland7 months ago
  • Irish Business Builders

    Top podcast for insights, strategies and learning about what it’s really like to build a business in Ireland

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    SamAtkinson
    United Kingdom2 years ago
  • Great find

    This is a really interesting insight into what drives people in a professional capacity, while also tapping into the person behind the profession. Conor draws out the thought processes that drives these businesses from the starting blocks, to where they are now, to their aspirations for the future, with a fresh and honest approach. This podcast is a haven for inspiration.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Cate1804
    Ireland4 years ago
  • Five star podcast

    Such an interesting and insightful podcast with a magnanimous host.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    TF
    Canada5 years ago

Listeners Say

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Listeners appreciate the host's ability to draw out insightful stories and lessons from guests, making the content relatable and applicable.
The podcast is highly regarded for its inspiring and informative discussions tailored to aspiring entrepreneurs and business enthusiasts.
There is a common acknowledgment of the unique perspectives offered through honest conversations on both successes and challenges faced in entrepreneurship.

Chart Rankings

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

Apple Podcasts
#3
Ireland/Business/Careers
Apple Podcasts
#51
Ireland/Business
Apple Podcasts
#63
Switzerland/Business/Careers
Apple Podcasts
#81
Spain/Business/Careers
Apple Podcasts
#168
Indonesia/Business/Careers

Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Michelle Walshe: The Summer That Nearly Broke Our €50M Business
Q: What was your biggest personal learning during your time as a managing director?
Michelle emphasizes learning the importance of control and understanding the business's operations, especially after a difficult summer that highlighted her overconfidence.
Michelle Walshe: The Summer That Nearly Broke Our €50M Business
Q: Tell me about the family business, so Eminem Walsh, what did it do?
Michelle shares that the M&M Walsh Group was established by her grandparents and grew significantly under her family's leadership.
Michelle Walshe: The Summer That Nearly Broke Our €50M Business
Q: Could we start with what you're doing now?
Michelle describes her management consulting business, focusing on assisting family and founder-led businesses with succession, scaling, and operational challenges.
The business of saving lives – Evelyn Kelly on how Orphan Drugs actually reach patients
Q: Did your sense of purpose in healthcare come before or after starting your business?
It was well before starting the business; I always wanted to be in healthcare and do good in the world.
The business of saving lives – Evelyn Kelly on how Orphan Drugs actually reach patients
Q: What do you look for when hiring consultants for your team?
I'm looking for a can-do attitude, someone who's motivated and interested. Background is important, but not essential.

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The content centers around interviews with various business owners, entrepreneurs, and investors who share their personal journeys, encompassing both achievements and setbacks. Through engaging conversations, listeners are exposed to a range of insights that emphasize real-world experiences in entrepreneurship. Noteworthily, the podcast aims to provide not just inspiration but practical takeaways that can beneficially affect listeners' own business ventures, making it particularly valuable for aspiring entrepreneurs and established business professionals seeking fresh perspectives.

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1. The David McWilliams Podcast
2. The Indo Daily
3. The GAA Social
4. Free State with Joe Brolly and Dion Fanning
5. Indo Sport

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Business Builders launched 6 years ago and published 127 episodes to date. You can find more information about this podcast including rankings, audience demographics and engagement in our podcast database.

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What guests have appeared on Business Builders?

Recent guests on Business Builders include:

1. Evelyn Kelly
2. Michelle Walsh
3. Ian Robertson
4. Sam Moffett
5. Tom Rowan
6. Laura Dillon
7. Ross Keating
8. Laura McDermott

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