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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

Trayc Keevans from Morgan McKinley discusses the latest salary and recruitment trends in Ireland

Trayc Keevans, Global Foreign Direct Investment Director with Morgan McKinley Ireland joins Karl Fitzpatrick to discuss the changes within FDI over her 15 years working in the area, why salary increases are expected to plateau next year and how 2024 will mark the move from ‘The Great Resignation’ to ‘The Big Stay’. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Nov 18, 202311 min

Garvan Callan from OneZero1 reveals how to develop and implement a digital strategy

Garvan Callan, author of ‘Digital Business Strategy: How to Design, Build, and Future-Proof a Business in the Digital Age’ joins Karl Fitzpatrick to discuss the importance of a digital strategy for businesses, how a digital culture can be fostered within an organisation and the importance of utilising Artificial Intelligence. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Nov 18, 202315 min

Stan Gibson from Oxygen Plus Leadership about if leaders coach, employees learn to lead

Stan Gibson from Oxygen Plus Leadership joins Karl Fitzpatrick to discuss his book on how to live a life of intention, why leaders need to learn to coach as this inspires employees to lead and how to create an organisational environment where healthy conflict can exist. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Nov 11, 202316 min

Melissa Fenlon from PwC outlines what Budget 2024 means for your business

Melissa Fenlon, Tax Director with PwC, joins Karl Fitzpatrick to discuss the key areas of Budget 2024 for businesses including the increase in the minimum wage and the additional supports which will made available. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Oct 24, 202313 min

Eric Lawless from Velacor shares how it aims to become the Booking.com platform for medical tourism

Eric Lawless from Velacor joins Karl Fitzpatrick to explain how his own personal experience of receiving a hair transplant abroad acted as the catalyst for the creation of this medical tourism platform, how the business connects Irish consumers with reputable clinics in Turkey and plans to become the Booking.com for medical tourism. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Sep 30, 202311 min
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