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.
Celebrating Excellence Over 200 guests attended the Business Leaders’ Gala Dinner on Thursday 7th March at the Rose Hotel in Tralee to recognise the achievements of Kerry business leaders. Presented by Kerry Innovation Centre in partnership with Kerry County Council and EY Ireland, this annual…
International Women's Day 2024: Inspire Inclusion As we stand on the brink of International Women's Day 2024, themed 'Inspire Inclusion' it's crucial to reflect on the strides we've made towards forging a more inclusive world and the journeys yet to be undertaken. Inclusion is more than just an…
ViClarity continue on their winning streak! ViClarity has been named ‘ERM End-to-end Solution of the Year’ by InsuranceERM. InsuranceERM's esteemed annual awards recognise the top companies across Europe in insurance risk management, actuarial and risk modeling practices, and leading service…
Pioneering Innovation: The BioAtlantis Story At the heart of BioAtlantis lies a profound passion for innovation and unwavering determination. Established in 2004 by John T O'Sullivan, the company embarked on a transformative journey to propel biotechnology forward and confront global challenges…
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…
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…
For over three decades, the Fitzgibbon family has transformed Ard Rí from a local stonemasonry craft producer into a thriving international powerhouse in the homeware industry. Founded by Noel Fitzgibbon in 1989, Ard Rí Marble initially focused on handcrafted fireplaces in Tralee, Ireland. Fast…
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…
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…
Brian McCarthy is the founder behind the incredible success story of Fexco. He established the company in 1981, and he's been one of the main driving force behind its remarkable journey ever since. Fexco proudly calls Killorglin, County Kerry home. Before the Fexco adventure, Brian McCarthy had…