Discover New Ideas and Opportunities in Kerry

Kerry is a place of discovery—not just of landscapes and heritage, but of ideas, connections, and opportunities. Whether you’re an entrepreneur, an artist, an engineer, or a student, you are on a journey. And like every great journey, what you pack matters.

At the heart of this journey is Ancora Imparo—"I am still learning."

These words, famously attributed to Michelangelo in his later years, remind us that learning never stops. No matter our profession, background, or stage in life, we all have the opportunity to think entrepreneurially, to embrace change, and to evolve.

One of the most powerful insights on this mindset came from Dr. Breda O’Dwyer’s TEDx Talk, The Entrepreneurial Suitcase. Breda is Head of Department of Organisation and Professional Development at MTU and Head of The Cantillon Academy. If you haven’t seen it yet, take a moment to watch—it might just change the way you see your own journey.

 

Watch Dr. Breda O’Dwyer’s TEDx Talk:

Breda O'Dwyer - The Entrepreneurial Suitcase | TEDxTralee

 

Cantillon’s Roots: A Legacy of Thinking Differently

This way of thinking isn’t new to Kerry. Cantillon 2025 carries the name of Richard Cantillon, an 18th-century economic thinker born in Ballyheigue, who is considered by many to be the world's first economist. Cantillon understood that risk, innovation, and adaptability are at the core of success—an insight just as relevant today as it was in his time. His birthplace, a village on the Wild Atlantic Way, proves that big ideas don’t need big cities to thrive. Kerry, with its networks, innovation hubs, and thought leaders, continues to be a place where entrepreneurial thinking is nurtured.

 

What’s in Your Suitcase?

Dr. Breda O’Dwyer challenges us to look at what we are packing for life’s journey. Are we carrying confidence, resilience, and curiosity? Or are we weighed down by fear, doubt, and limiting beliefs?

And then there’s the mirror in the suitcase—the most powerful tool of all.

When you open your suitcase, what do you see? The mirror reflects YOU—your potential, your ambition, and your ability to learn, adapt, and grow. This is the essence of an entrepreneurial mindset, and it’s one that applies to all of us.

 

Key Takeaways from Breda’s Talk That You Can Build on at Cantillon 2025

  • Self-Reflection: The mirror in the suitcase asks you to assess your mindset—are you embracing learning, or resisting change?
  • Adaptability: Change is constant. Those who thrive are the ones who repack when necessary.
  • Resilience: Failure is not an end—it’s an essential part of learning. Entrepreneurial thinkers see setbacks as stepping stones.
  • Continuous Learning: Whether you’re a leader, a creative, or a student, embracing Ancora Imparo keeps you ahead.

These are the very themes that will be explored at Cantillon 2025: Leadership Rewired, next week at Ballygarry Estate Hotel & Spa.

 

Cantillon 2025 – The Destination for Big Thinkers

This year’s theme, Leadership Rewired, will dive deep into how businesses, organizations, and individuals can rewire their thinking to navigate the future with confidence.

What to Expect:

  • Global Economic Outlook – Stay ahead of the latest trends and opportunities.
  • The Power of Diversity in Leadership – Learn how diverse perspectives can drive innovation.
  • Transformational Leadership – Insights from leaders in high-stakes environments.
  • Brain Health & Innovation – Understand the science behind mindset and resilience.

 

Cantillon 2025 is a space to challenge old ways of thinking, embrace new ideas, and step forward with clarity and purpose.

📅 Date: February 13th, 2025
📍 Location: Ballygarry Estate Hotel & Spa, Kerry
🎟️ Book your spot now: Cantillon Conference 2025

Your suitcase is already packed with potential. This is your opportunity to open it, look in the mirror, and move forward  with purpose.

We'll see you there.

 

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