County Wexford Chamber

Look to Wexford - Business Connections

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Business Connections is a podcast series brought to you by County Wexford Chamber as part of the wider Look to Wexford campaign - an initiative showcasing County Wexford as a place to live, work, invest and do business. The series shares the stories and experiences of people connected to Wexford - those building careers here, starting and scaling businesses, returning home to make their mark, and driving the next wave of innovation and sustainability. Through candid conversations, Business Connections shines a light on Wexford’s dynamic enterprise ecosystem, from multinational employers an...

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Episode 1: Working Globally, Living Locally (Remote & Hybrid) 13.05.2026 1:01:33

Pauline Oakes of Integer and Colin Browne of Microsoft share how they have built thriving global careers while living in County Wexford. In conversation with Paula Roche, CEO of County Wexford Chamber, they talk about why strong local talent, cutting edge connectivity and a rich quality of life make Wexford the perfect foundation for scaling a meaningful career internationally. About the guests:...

Episode 2: Home to Build the Future 13.05.2026 1:18:09

Eamonn Sinnott, former GM of Intel Ireland, and David Dempsey, co-founder of Salesforce Europe, join Paula Roche of County Wexford Chamber, to talk about coming home to help shape the future of their native County Wexford. Eamonn and David share the fascinating stories of building careers that spanned the highest levels of the technology industry, and reveal why they have decided to bring that...

Episode 3: Culture, Creativity & Confidence 13.05.2026 1:04:52

In Episode 3 of Business Connections, former Irish rugby international player Gordon D’Arcy and National Opera House Chairman Paul Hennessy join Paula Roche, CEO of County Wexford Chamber, to explore how excellence in sport and the arts has helped put County Wexford on the world stage. Gordon and Paul reflect on what elite performance, whether in sport or in the arts, teaches us about resilience...

Episode 4: Why Global Companies Choose Wexford 13.05.2026 44:17

Gerard Reynolds of BD and Deirdre Hannon of Danone share why some of the world’s largest companies continue to choose County Wexford as a place to invest, grow and lead from. In conversation with Paula Roche, CEO of County Wexford Chamber, they discuss the continuing appeal of County Wexford’s skilled and loyal workforce, strong ecosystem of suppliers, global connectivity, and unique quality of l...

Episode 5: From Start-Up to Scale-Up 13.05.2026 47:55

Rory O’Connor of Scurri shares how a business built in County Wexford grew into a global technology company powering some of the world’s biggest retailers. In conversation with Paula Roche, CEO of County Wexford Chamber, Rory shares the story about leaving corporate life to start Scurri, and how he has scaled it into a global player that works with some of the world’s largest companies. He also t...

Episode 6: Entrepreneurship and Innovation in Wexford 13.05.2026 58:11

Mary Walsh of Ire Wel Pallets and Laura Kelly of Kelly’s Resort Hotel share how entrepreneurship, innovation and long-term thinking have helped them build and grow two very different and but equally successful Wexford businesses with national and international reach. In conversation with Paula Roche, CEO of County Wexford Chamber, they talk about spotting opportunity, balancing tradition with in...

Episode 7: Careers, Opportunity and Choice in Wexford 13.05.2026 59:08

Claire Byrne of Johnsons Celtic Linen and Helen Meade of Reynaers Aluminium join Paula Roche, CEO of County Wexford Chamber to share how Wexford can offer not just a great place to live, but real opportunities to build a meaningful and successful career. Claire started with what she expected would be a short-term role and built it into a senior leadership career, while Helen created her own oppor...