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  • What Every Business Owner Needs to Know with Michelle Walshe
    In this episode of the Signature Podcast, we sit down with Michelle Walshe, Executive Director and Co-Founder of Walshe Management Consultants (WMC), to explore the real-world challenges and strategic turning points faced by Ireland’s small and medium-sized businesses.Michelle shares insights from over two decades of experience helping companies scale, streamline, and, when needed, survive turbulent times. From high-growth strategies to business rescue plans, her firm has helped SMEs evolve into international success stories—all while staying true to their roots as a family-run consultancy.We dive into:Proven strategies to drive sustainable growth in Irish businessesThe role of expert support during critical moments of changeWhat it takes to build high-performing teams and resilient systemsHow to prepare for succession or a strategic exit without losing your legacyWhy many SMEs fail to access the funding they deserve—and how to change thatAbout Our Guest:Michelle Walshe is a seasoned business mentor and co-founder of Walshe Management Consultants, a boutique Irish consultancy specialising in strategic, financial, and commercial support for SMEs. With a strong record of helping clients achieve high-performance, secure funding, and execute growth or recovery strategies, Michelle is a trusted partner for businesses ready to take the next step—or face their biggest challenges.🌐 walshemanagementconsultants.ieWhether you’re a founder, team leader, or advisor to growing businesses, this episode delivers strategic wisdom grounded in real-life results.About Signature Fire Protection:With decades of experience in designing, installing, commissioning and maintaining fire safety systems, we are committed to helping businesses across the country protect lives and property while adhering to Irish legislation. Signature Fire Protection has cultivated a community of satisfied clients. We take pride in delivering top-tier fire safety solutions that exceed expectations and ensure the utmost safety for all our clients.Connect with us on our website,⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠www.signaturefireprotection.ie⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ , and stay updated with the latest news on our social media channels. Let's ignite a safer future together!⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://ie.linkedin.com/company/signature-fire-protection⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@thesignaturepodcast_
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  • Leading Ireland’s Tourism Revival – Niamh McCarthy of Excursions Ireland
    In this episode of the Signature Podcast, we sit down with Niamh McCarthy, Owner and Managing Director of Excursions Ireland, a powerhouse in the Irish tourism industry with over 30 years of experience delivering unforgettable travel experiences across the country.Niamh shares her journey of building one of Ireland’s most trusted inbound travel companies—navigating through economic crashes, the COVID-19 pandemic, and the constantly shifting demands of the global tourism sector. From managing shore excursions and turnaround services for cruise liners to crafting bespoke incentive travel and specialist tours, Niamh has helped shape how international visitors experience Ireland.We explore:The entrepreneurial mindset behind scaling a travel business in a volatile industryHow Excursions Ireland continued to innovate through global disruptionThe importance of leadership, adaptability, and customer focus in tourismWhat makes Ireland such a sought-after destination—and how to deliver it at scaleAbout Our Guest:Niamh McCarthy is an experienced entrepreneur and managing director with a deep background in the leisure, travel, and tourism industry. With a BBA in Business Administration and over three decades of hands-on leadership, Niamh has positioned Excursions Ireland as a leading provider of high-quality, personalised travel experiences. The company is known for its dynamic team, innovative itineraries, and commitment to treating every client not just as a visitor—but as a traveller seeking the experience of a lifetime.🌍 excursionsireland.comWhether you’re passionate about travel, business growth, or the resilience it takes to succeed in tourism, this episode delivers powerful insights you won’t want to miss.About Signature Fire Protection:With decades of experience in designing, installing, commissioning and maintaining fire safety systems, we are committed to helping businesses across the country protect lives and property while adhering to Irish legislation. Signature Fire Protection has cultivated a community of satisfied clients. We take pride in delivering top-tier fire safety solutions that exceed expectations and ensure the utmost safety for all our clients.Connect with us on our website,⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠www.signaturefireprotection.ie⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ , and stay updated with the latest news on our social media channels. Let's ignite a safer future together!⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://ie.linkedin.com/company/signature-fire-protection⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@thesignaturepodcast_
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  • How Prefab Construction is Changing Ireland’s Skyline | Oltian Dervish
    In this episode of the Signature Podcast, we sit down with Oltian Dervishi, Managing Director of Forte Pespa, to explore how prefabricated balcony and balustrade systems are transforming the way modern developments are delivered in Ireland.Oltian shares the inspiring story of how Forte Pespa began as a father-and-son venture in 2016, driven by a vision to elevate living spaces through innovation, quality, and speed. Today, the company is a trusted partner for developers, architects, subcontractors, and steel fabricators, known for its end-to-end solutions, in-house technical expertise, and commitment to sustainability.We dive into:The real reasons traditional suppliers often fail to deliver on timeHow prefabricated systems can save both time and moneyWhy design flexibility, compliance, and rapid delivery matter more than everWhat sets Forte Pespa apart in a demanding and competitive marketAbout Our Guest: Oltian Dervishi leads Forte Pespa, a company at the forefront of offsite manufacturing in Ireland, specialising in aluminium-based balcony and balustrade systems. With a deep understanding of project timelines, compliance, and scalable solutions, Oltian and his team are on a mission to support high-volume residential construction with premium, sustainable systems—shaping not just buildings, but communities.📌 Follow Oltian & Forte Pespa:🔗 Website: fortepespa.ie🔗 LinkedIn: Oltian Dervishi | LinkedInWhether you’re a property developer, architect, or contractor looking for a smarter way to deliver projects, this episode is packed with insights that can elevate your next build.About Signature Fire Protection:With decades of experience in designing, installing, commissioning and maintaining fire safety systems, we are committed to helping businesses across the country protect lives and property while adhering to Irish legislation. Signature Fire Protection has cultivated a community of satisfied clients. We take pride in delivering top-tier fire safety solutions that exceed expectations and ensure the utmost safety for all our clients.Connect with us on our website,⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠www.signaturefireprotection.ie⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ , and stay updated with the latest news on our social media channels. Let's ignite a safer future together!⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://ie.linkedin.com/company/signature-fire-protection⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@signaturefireprotection⁠⁠⁠⁠
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  • How One Man Built Ireland’s Leading AV Company from the Ground Up | Fran Quigley
    ​In this episode, we sit down with Fran Quigley, founder and CEO of CAVS, one of Ireland’s leading audio-visual companies, to explore his remarkable journey through the Irish music scene and the evolution of event production.Fran shares captivating stories from his early days as a band roadie in 1968, including his first encounter with Phil Lynott, and reflects on how these experiences shaped his career. We delve into the history of Irish music, the challenges and triumphs of building a business in the entertainment industry, and the innovations that have transformed event production over the decades.Fran shares captivating stories from his early days as a band roadie in 1968, including his first encounter with Phil Lynott, and reflects on how these experiences shaped his career. We delve into the history of Irish music, the challenges and triumphs of building a business in the entertainment industry, and the innovations that have transformed event production over the decades.Discover how CAVS has grown to become a household name for delivering unforgettable event experiences, providing bespoke audio and video solutions for concerts, award ceremonies, corporate events, and more. Fran discusses the importance of passion, resilience, and adaptability in creating a business that stands the test of time.About Our Guest:Fran Quigley has been at the forefront of event management for over five decades, orchestrating memorable experiences for music enthusiasts across Ireland. As the founder and CEO of CAVS, Fran has built a team renowned for their expertise in audio, visual, lighting, and staging production, serving a diverse range of events nationwide.Whether you're an aspiring entrepreneur, a music aficionado, or interested in the behind-the-scenes of event production, this episode offers valuable insights and inspiring stories you won’t want to miss!📌 Follow Frank & CAVS:🔗 Website: https://cavs.ieAbout Signature Fire Protection:With decades of experience in designing, installing, commissioning and maintaining fire safety systems, we are committed to helping businesses across the country protect lives and property while adhering to Irish legislation. Signature Fire Protection has cultivated a community of satisfied clients. We take pride in delivering top-tier fire safety solutions that exceed expectations and ensure the utmost safety for all our clients.Connect with us on our website,⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠www.signaturefireprotection.ie⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ , and stay updated with the latest news on our social media channels. Let's ignite a safer future together!⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://ie.linkedin.com/company/signature-fire-protection⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@signaturefireprotection⁠⁠⁠
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  • Well-being and Innovation: How Mindfulness Fuels Success in the Modern World
    In this episode, we sit down with Seamus Reynolds, founder of Mindful Rambler, a mindfulness coach, entrepreneur, and global traveller, to explore the transformative power of mindfulness in both personal and professional life. With over a decade of experience in education, mental health advocacy, and leadership coaching, Seamus has developed mindfulness programs in over 30 countries, helping individuals unlock their limitless potential.We dive into their journey, from leading leadership and public speaking programs across Ireland and the UK to incorporating meditation, yoga, and breath-work into their daily practices. Seamus shares how these practices have become the backbone of their mission to build mindfulness-based experiences for both the classroom and the corporate setting.Discover how creating environments that support mental health and well-being can not only alleviate anxiety but also boost productivity, innovation, and creativity. Seamus Reynolds discusses the importance of integrating mindfulness into daily routines and offers actionable tips for creating healthier, more productive environments at work and in life.About Seamus Reynolds:Seamus Reynolds is the founder of Mindful Rambler, a platform dedicated to helping individuals and teams achieve greater well-being through mindfulness practices. Seamus is a certified yoga and meditation teacher with extensive training from renowned institutions such as Agama Yoga and Rishikesh Yoga Teacher Training Centre. They are also a certified European tour guide and have a background in conflict mediation, advocacy, and mental health training. With a passion for helping individuals and teams grow, Seamus offers a unique approach to unlocking human potential through mindfulness practices.Whether you're a student, professional, or someone looking to enhance your personal growth, this episode is packed with practical insights and actionable advice you won’t want to miss!📌 Follow Seamus & Mindful Rambler:🔗 Website: mindfulrambler.com🎥 YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@MindfulRamblerAbout Signature Fire Protection:With decades of experience in designing, installing, commissioning and maintaining fire safety systems, we are committed to helping businesses across the country protect lives and property while adhering to Irish legislation. Signature Fire Protection has cultivated a community of satisfied clients. We take pride in delivering top-tier fire safety solutions that exceed expectations and ensure the utmost safety for all our clients.Connect with us on our website,⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠www.signaturefireprotection.ie⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ , and stay updated with the latest news on our social media channels. Let's ignite a safer future together!⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://ie.linkedin.com/company/signature-fire-protection⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@signaturefireprotection⁠⁠
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Join us for a deep dive into the world of Irish business. Hosted by Dave Caffrey, the founder of Signature Fire Protection, Signature Podcast brings you expert insights and practical advice tailored to the unique needs of Irish entrepreneurs. From tax tips and leadership strategies to industry trends and success stories, we've got you covered. Tune in to learn, grow, and thrive as an Irish business owner. Produced by Edvinas from Leadr Media.
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