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Trading Up hosted by Jim Fitzpatrick and produced in association with EY, delves into the real businesses, personal stories, and remarkable journeys of entrepreneurs. Discover insights on risk, resilience, and business growth from diverse founders and leaders in businesses big and small across various industries. Tune in weekly for inspiring entrepreneurial learnings.

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Description: In this episode of the Trading Up podcast, host Jim Fitzpatrick sits down with Louise Doyle, co-founder of Needi, a corporate gifting concierge platform that went from a standing start to turning over millions. Discover the deep psycholo... more

A decade after the historic Brexit referendum, Trading Up Unpacked hosts Jim Fitzpatrick and Professor Richard Ramsey dissect the real-world economic and political fallout of leaving the EU. Rather than a sudden crash, the UK economy has suffered a "... more

In this episode of Trading Up, host Jim Fitzpatrick sits down with Gareth Kelly, the partner leading Data and AI for EY in Northern Ireland, to demystify artificial intelligence for modern enterprises. Rather than simply using AI for small productivi... more

In this episode of Trading Up Unpacked, hosts Jim Fitzpatrick and Richard Ramsey explore the startling new projections for Northern Ireland's demographics. After decades of continuous growth, the population is set to peak in 2031 before entering a st... more

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Recent Guests

Andrew Dolliver
EY partner, restructuring and M&A
EY
Episode: Unpacked: Beyond the Bank - Private Equity and the Resilience of Northern Ireland’s Economy
William Browder
Campaigner on human rights and former investor, founder of Hermitage Capital
Hermitage Capital Management
Episode: From Communist heritage to Capitalist Tsar to becoming Putin’s Enemy Number One: The Bill Browder Story
Laura Murphy
Founder of Oatco Superfuel
Oatco
Episode: Bootstrapping Oatco to £1M, Surviving Dragon's Den, & Making Forbes 30 Under 30 with Laura Murphy
Derarca Dennis
EY partner and leader of sustainability services for the island of Ireland
EY
Episode: Future-Proofing Your Business: Sustainability, Resilience, and EY's Four Futures
Anthony Scaramucci
Former White House communications director and entrepreneur
SkyBridge Capital
Episode: Make Way For The Mooch - Anthony Scaramucci on Trump, Wealth and Learning from Ireland (North and South)
Joan Burney Keatings
Chief Executive of Cinemagic
Cinemagic
Episode: From Belfast to Hollywood: Building a Global Film Charity with Cinemagic's Joan Burney Keatings
Gavin Annon
Chief Strategy Officer at Mount Charles
Mount Charles
Episode: Scaling Hospitality: Gavin Annon on Mount Charles, Agility, and the "being too short" Success Story
Belinda Brown
Executive with top roles at Sephora, L'Oréal, Diageo; advocate for diversity and resilience
Former CFO at Sephora; previously at L'Oréal and Diageo
Episode: Embracing Difference, Building Strength: Belinda Brown on Leadership, Diversity, and "Midlife Clarity"
Olivia McVeigh
Founder of Girls Group Chat Podcast; makeup artist and alopecia advocate
Girls Group Chat; self‑owned businesses
Episode: Authenticity, Adversity, and Algorithms: How Olivia McVeigh Built a Social Media Empire

Hosts

Jim Fitzpatrick
Host of Trading Up; frequent presenter and interviewer with deep ties to regional business media.
Richard Ramsey
Co-host known for probing questions and finance-focused insights.

Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars from 21 ratings
  • Poor sound

    Just started listening but am struggling to hear when outdoors

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    Woman listening
    United Kingdom5 months ago
  • Great Find

    Only came across this podcast this week. Can’t believe I’d missed it. Brilliant motivating stories about real and relatable businesses. Keep up good work Jim & team.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    mournebull
    United Kingdom10 months ago
  • Much needed

    Great insight into the business community here

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    RS_434
    United Kingdom2 years ago

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Candid, practical business stories with real-world lessons for growth
Thoughtful discussions that connect NI economy to global trends
Production quality can vary, but content often delivers strong insights
High-caliber guests spanning finance, leadership, and social impact

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Niall McKenna & Marion Lancial
Q: How did the Cookery School influence the broader business strategy?
It created a new revenue stream and customer experience layer, enabling the company to diversify beyond dining and build a more resilient, multi-arm business that supports staff development and tourism activity in Belfast.
The New Global Disorder: Trade Wars, US Tariffs, and the Threat to Northern Ireland Business
Q: What is driving the current shift in global trade dynamics and how does it affect Northern Ireland?
Geopolitics and the evolving rulebook, especially with China, the U.S., and the EU, are reshaping trade. The two-speed world means NI must navigate complex EU-UK relations and explore local innovations to stay competitive.
Summer Shorts: Maeve Monaghan of Now Group Explains Social Enterprise
Q: What is a social enterprise?
Maeve explains that a social enterprise trades like a business but reinvests profits back into social mission activities, balancing commercial success with social impact, and that it can be a charity and a business simultaneously.
Fat Loss and Trade
Q: What is the core argument for restarting the debate on a lower corporation tax rate for Northern Ireland?
The speakers argue that a lower NI rate could boost economic activity, attract FDI, and bring Northern Ireland in line with the Republic's success, provided there is compensation for the Treasury and a broader ecosystem (labour, infrastructure) to sustain growth.
Summer Shorts: William McColgan's Proud Culture of Success
Q: What was the key factor that swung it for you to come back to the family business in Strabane?
The decision was driven by personal considerations, a desire to contribute back with the discipline and processes learned in large companies, and a belief that there was an opportunity to build a culture and capability that would sustain the business and benefit the local community.

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What is Trading Up about and what kind of topics does it cover?

A business and entrepreneurship-focused show that surfaces real-world stories from founders, investors, and leaders across industries. Episodes regularly explore topics like private equity activity in Northern Ireland, resilience in the face of global shocks, growth strategies for startups, leadership and diversity, and the intersection of politics, policy, and markets. Notable patterns include candid founder journeys, high-profile guest perspectives on finance and governance, and practical lessons on scaling, brand building, and navigating uncertainty. The conversation style tends to blend personal narrative with actionable insights, making it useful for listeners seeking inspiration, tactical advice, and broader context on how regional ec... more

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1. Andrew Dolliver
2. William Browder
3. Laura Murphy
4. Derarca Dennis
5. Anthony Scaramucci
6. Joan Burney Keatings
7. Gavin Annon
8. Belinda Brown

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