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A home for history and innovation, old souls and new neighbours, Kerry is a place to gain and share ideas and experiences. This blog offers a collection of such insights, along with an invitation to check back regularly to see what’s new in Kerry.

Graphite Note Announces Raise of €1.2 Million

Europe’s Leading AI Data Insights Platform, Graphite Note, Announces Raise of €1.2 Million The Kerry founded company will be using the funds to target further international expansion, in addition to creating 25 jobs in the Kerry region over the next two years. The investment comes from angel…

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From Lab to Market: The Inspiring Journey of Dr. Helena McMahon

Bridging the World of Academia and Business Meet Dr. Helena McMahon, a proud Tralee native whose journey intertwines her passion for human health with a knack for entrepreneurship, enriching Kerry's entrepreneurial landscape. Armed with a background in biomedical science and drug development…

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From Physics to RegTech: Ogie Sheehy's Entrepreneurial Journey

From Corporate World to Entrepreneur With a background in Applied Physics and Electronics, Ogie first embarked on a multinational career that took him through prestigious companies like HP, IBM, and Dell. However, in 2008, Ogie decided to take a leap of faith, resigning from his position as…

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Jim Breen's Journey of Making Big Things Happen in the Workplace

Jim Breen, the founder of Pulse Learning and I Am Here, is an entrepreneur whose journey is nothing short of inspiring. Here, we delve into his entrepreneurial story, including how PulseLearning came to be and the emergence of the I Am Here movement which focuses on mental health and wellbeing…

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Alan Scroope and the Remarkable Success of FreeFlow

Alan Scroope's passion for innovation and a relentless drive for success is evident with the remarkable success he has achieved with FreeFlow, a multi-million-euro technology company with relationships with some of the world's largest technology firms. Alan's journey began in Tralee, Co Kerry, where…

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Picture Perfect : Jerry Kennelly & the Stockbyte Story

In the realm of Irish entrepreneurship, few names shine as brightly as Jerry Kennelly's. His journey from a photojournalist to a global business leader is a testament to his vision and dedication. Jerry Kennelly embarked on his career in 1981 as a photojournalist. For 15 years, he worked for a…

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Meet Seán Ryan, the Visionary Behind Aspen Grove

Shaped by the landscape County Kerry has always been a place where dreams are nurtured and ambitions take root. It's a place that not only holds memories but also shapes the destiny of its people. Today, we bring you the inspiring success story of Seán Ryan, a visionary leader who has not only…

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