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Business Matters with Karl Fitzpatrick

Karl Fitzpatrickkarlfitzpatrick.ie

Business Matters with Karl Fitzpatrick is a weekly business podcast that has featured over 2,000 interviews with entrepreneurs from Ireland, UK, Australia and the United States.


Karl Fitzpatrick is an EY Entrepreneur of the Year Finalist and CEO of Chevron College. Chevron employs 135 staff and delivers further and higher education programmes to over 15,000 students annually, through e-learning.


Business Matters is a compelling podcast that delves into all aspects of entrepreneurship and business development. Hosted by successful Irish entrepreneur and investor, Karl Fitzpatrick, the show features insightful interviews with industry leaders, entrepreneurs, and experts, who share their experiences and strategies for success. Each episode delves into a wide range of topics, including marketing, finance, leadership and innovation, making it a valuable resource for anyone looking to enhance their business acumen.


Fitzpatrick's engaging interviewing style allows guests to share their personal stories and lessons learned, providing listeners with practical advice and inspiration. The podcast emphasises the importance of resilience and adaptability in the ever-changing business landscape. Listeners gain insights into the challenges and triumphs that come with starting and running a business, as well as the critical skills necessary to adapt and pivot for sustainable growth.


In addition to interviews, Business Matters often features discussions on current trends and issues affecting the business world. Fitzpatrick explores how technological advancements and market shifts impact entrepreneurship, encouraging listeners to stay informed and agile.


Overall, the podcast is not just about theoretical concepts; it’s about real-world application. Fitzpatrick’s ability to extract actionable insights from his guests makes it an essential listen for aspiring entrepreneurs and seasoned professionals alike. Whether you're looking to start a new venture or enhance an established business, Business Matters with Karl Fitzpatrick offers valuable knowledge and inspiration to help you navigate the complexities of the business world.


Regular topics include; Sales, Digital Marketing, Artificial Intelligence, Funding Supports, Machine Learning, Recruitment, Training, Procurement, Cyber Security, Quality Assurance, Investment, Strategy, Remote Working, Digital Transformation, Research & Innovation, Brand Building, Virtual and Augmented Reality, Sustainability, Diversification and Inclusivity, Finance, Export Development, ESG, Productivity, Cryptocurrency, Emerging Technologies, Blockchain, Leadership and Management. New episodes drop every Saturday.


About Karl Fitzpatrick

Karl holds a Law Degree from University College Cork (UCC), which is ranked among the Top Law Schools in the world. Karl is the CEO and President of Chevron College, Ireland's largest privately owned accredited Further & Higher Education Institution. A specialist in e-learning, Chevron employs over 130 staff, has 15,000 students per annum and has annual revenues in the region of €18,000,000.


Contact Karl by emailing karl at karlfitzpatrick.ie

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Episodes

Tony Doyle discusses a new chapter for the Creane & Creane insurance brokerage

Tony Doyle discusses building the Creane & Creane insurance brokerage and his decision to sell to the PIB Group, its recent rebrand under the Campion Insurances name and why he expects consolidation to continue in the insurance industry. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Dec 03, 202216 min

Tara Beattie from Mange Tout discusses her journey from fine dining to software as a service

Tara Beattie from Mange Tout joins Karl Fitzpatrick to highlight how her entrepreneurial journey has spanned many aspects of the hospitality sector, the severity of the challenges facing businesses in the sector and how Prepsheets provides a software solution which will save chefs time and money. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Nov 26, 202213 min

Marc Coleman from Octavian Research shares his insightful knowledge about economic matters

Marc Coleman from Octavian Research & Public Affairs joins Karl Fitzpatrick to discuss an illustrious career, which included a role as an economist for the European Central Bank, his take on some of the current issues facing the economy and his economic outlook for the months ahead. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Nov 26, 202218 min

Richard O’Loughlin from GridBeyond outlines how businesses can achieve energy flexibility

Richard O’Loughlin from GridBeyond joins Karl Fitzpatrick to discuss how businesses can use existing generation and storage assets to achieve energy flexibility, the success which the company continues to enjoy in international markets and how a €6 million debt facility will aid GridBeyond’s future growth plans. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Nov 12, 202211 min

Joanne Sweeney reveals why her digital marketing book was endorsed by a former White House advisor

Joanne Sweeney, author of Public Sector Marketing Pro joins Karl Fitzpatrick to explain why she pursued the public sector niche for her digital marketing services, how her book was endorsed by a former advisor under the Obama administration and how the Irish public sector compares to its international peers from a communications perspective. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Nov 05, 202219 min

Rosemary Ward from South East BIC outlines the importance of a founder team when seeking investment

Rosemary Ward from South East BIC joins Karl Fitzpatrick to discuss the factors which investors will consider when investing in startups, why graduates with entrepreneurial ambitions would benefit from the experience of working in a startup after college and why local startup entrepreneurs should enter The Big Pitch 2022 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Nov 05, 202212 min

Minister for Finance, Paschal Donohoe, discusses the detail of Budget 2023

Minister for Finance, Paschal Donohoe, joins Karl Fitzpatrick to discuss Budget 2023, the nature and duration of measures which will be implemented to assist businesses to navigate rising energy costs and the reduction of VAT for the hospitality sector. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Oct 01, 20229 min
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