Taking Care of Business with Ronan Berry August 5th 2025
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Episode 79
From a garage in Westmeath to the world stage—David Corcoran of Soltec shares how his company is pioneering green innovation in hazardous waste recovery and representing the Midlands as an EY Entrepreneur of the Year finalist. LOETB’s Gráinne McGrath introduces a new TY agri course showing teens they can earn (and learn) more in the milking parlour than the coffee shop. Plus, Professor John Wells of SETU returns to explain how Ireland is leading a major EU push to digitally upskill Europe’s strained healthcare systems.
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Episode 78
From trade talks to Cantabrian coastlines — Minister Peter Burke outlines Ireland’s response to global tariff threats and explains how international trade missions aim to open new doors for Midlands SMEs. We meet two Midlands women launching a unique relocation business in Northern Spain, and Professor John Wells of SETU reveals how Ireland is leading the digital upskilling of Europe’s healthcare workforce. Plus, IRHA President Ger Hyland demands fairness for Irish hauliers facing millions in cross-border levies.
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Episode 77
Breda Dooley of Matrix Recruitment breaks down the rise of contract work—and why women and over-50s are at the forefront of this shift. In Mullingar, vet David Fagan brings pet care to your doorstep with his new home service. And FRS Co-op CEO Colin Donnery reveals how their partnership with Bluebird Care is transforming how Ireland recruits for homecare, nationwide.
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Episode 76
Midland Steel’s Tony Woods reveals how a €16 million automated facility and a new US licensing deal are putting Laois innovation on the global map—and fast-tracking Irish housebuilding. In Offaly, Barry Kennedy of the County Arms shares the next chapter for Dooly’s Hotel in Birr and what it means for Midlands hospitality. Jackie Carroll of Laois Chamber Alliance invites locals to shape the future of business support with a new strategic plan. Plus, Midlands 103 MD Will Faulkner breaks down the big news behind their acquisition of South East Radio.
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