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Success Stories

From dynamic start-ups to influential industry leaders such as Kerry Group, Fexco and Dairymaster, Kerry is home to visionary minds and leaders who embody innovation, resilience and business brilliance. Our success stories include exceptional trailblazers recognised with wins or nominations for the EY Entrepreneur of the Year Awards and honours such as the RDS Gold Medal for Enterprise, as well as formidable leaders who are driving international powerhouses from our region. This vibrant community celebrates and encourages success so we can all rise together.

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All roads lead to Kerry: the 2024 Leaders Awards

All roads lead to Kerry: the 2024 Leaders Awards

A Night of Celebration for Cork and Kerry's Tech Sector Killarney, Ireland, 29 November 2024 – All roads led to Killarney, County Kerry, as the Tech Industry Alliance Leaders Awards celebrated the thriving tech ecosystem of the Southwest…

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From Lab to Market: Dr. Helena McMahon’s Impact on Kerry and Beyond

From Lab to Market: Dr. Helena McMahon’s Impact on Kerry and Beyond

A Proud Tralee Native Making Waves Kerry has long been a place of innovation and enterprise, and Dr. Helena McMahon is a shining example of the entrepreneurial edge in action. Born and raised in Tralee, she has built a career at the crossroads of…

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FinTech's Finest: Brian McCarthy's incredible entrepreneurial journey with Fexco

FinTech's Finest: Brian McCarthy's incredible entrepreneurial journey with Fexco

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…

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Foreign Direct Investment (FDI) Thriving in County Kerry: A Hub for Multinational Success

Foreign Direct Investment (FDI) Thriving in County Kerry: A Hub for Multinational Success

The IDA alongside key stakeholders such as Kerry County Council, MTU, Enterprise Ireland and our local business support groups play a pivotal role in attracting and supporting foreign direct investment (FDI). One of the key strengths of County Kerry…

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Patricia Quane

A formula for success: Celebrating Patricia Quane's Remarkable Career in BioPharma

A formula for success: Celebrating Patricia Quane's Remarkable Career in BioPharma

From Summer Placement to CEO In March 2023, Patricia Quane was recognised with the prestigious Lifetime Achievement Award at the Kerry Business Leaders Gala Dinner. This award celebrates individuals who have made a lasting impact on the business…

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Pat O'Leary Lifetime Achievement

Pat O'Leary: A Lifetime of Excellence in the Ports and Terminals Sector and beyond

Pat O'Leary: A Lifetime of Excellence in the Ports and Terminals Sector and beyond

With over four decades of dedicated service in the global ports and terminals, Pat O'Leary's journey through the industry has been exceptional. We take a look at his career at Liebherr and beyond, including a Lifetime Achievement Award at…

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Aoife Ni Mhuiri

Aoife Ní Mhuirí, a Journey of Innovation and Empowerment in Healthcare

Aoife Ní Mhuirí, a Journey of Innovation and Empowerment in Healthcare

A Vision for Better Healthcare In today’s changing healthcare landscape, innovation plays a key role in improving patient care and supporting healthcare professionals. Salaso, a digital health platform founded by Aoife Ní Mhuirí, is…

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It All Adds Up for Athena Analytics Founder Emily Brick

It All Adds Up for Athena Analytics Founder Emily Brick

A Passion for Numbers Many people leave school relieved that they will never have to open a maths book again. Not Athena Analytics founder Emily Brick. Maths has always been a passion for her. She had a wonderful experience with the subject both in…

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Kerry Group 50th Anniversary Listowel

Celebrating 50 Years of Excellence: Kerry's Enduring Legacy

Celebrating 50 Years of Excellence: Kerry's Enduring Legacy

Kerry's remarkable story of innovation, growth, and community has unfolded over the past five decades. 2022 marked a significant milestone for Kerry as they celebrated their 50th anniversary, a testament to their enduring commitment to…

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Ned Harty Honored as 'Kerry Business Leader of the Year 2022' at Gala Awards

Ned Harty Honored as 'Kerry Business Leader of the Year 2022' at Gala Awards

Ned Harty, the director of Dairymaster, was honored with the 'Business Leader of the Year 2022' award at the Business Leaders' Gala Dinner and Awards held at the Rose Hotel in Tralee, Co. Kerry, on May 12 2022. This event is a tribute…

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Restaurants Association of Ireland Munster Regional Awards 2025

Kerry Winners at RAI Regional Munster Awards

Congratulations to the many Kerry restaurants and cafes who have been celebrated at the Restaurants…

BTYSE Winners 2025

Kerry Students Win Top Prize at BT Young Scientist & Technology Exhibition 2025

The winners of the 61st BT Young Scientist & Technology Exhibition (BTYSTE) have been announced…

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