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Business Matters with Karl Fitzpatrick

Business Matters with Karl Fitzpatrick is a weekly business podcast that has featured over 2,000 interviews with entrepreneurs from Ireland, UK, Australia and the United States.


Karl Fitzpatrick is an EY Entrepreneur of the Year Finalist and CEO of Chevron College. Chevron employs 135 staff and delivers further and higher education programmes to over 15,000 students annually, through e-learning.


Business Matters is a compelling podcast that delves into all aspects of entrepreneurship and business development. Hosted by successful Irish entrepreneur and investor, Karl Fitzpatrick, the show features insightful interviews with industry leaders, entrepreneurs, and experts, who share their experiences and strategies for success. Each episode delves into a wide range of topics, including marketing, finance, leadership and innovation, making it a valuable resource for anyone looking to enhance their business acumen.


Fitzpatrick's engaging interviewing style allows guests to share their personal stories and lessons learned, providing listeners with practical advice and inspiration. The podcast emphasises the importance of resilience and adaptability in the ever-changing business landscape. Listeners gain insights into the challenges and triumphs that come with starting and running a business, as well as the critical skills necessary to adapt and pivot for sustainable growth.


In addition to interviews, Business Matters often features discussions on current trends and issues affecting the business world. Fitzpatrick explores how technological advancements and market shifts impact entrepreneurship, encouraging listeners to stay informed and agile.


Overall, the podcast is not just about theoretical concepts; it’s about real-world application. Fitzpatrick’s ability to extract actionable insights from his guests makes it an essential listen for aspiring entrepreneurs and seasoned professionals alike. Whether you're looking to start a new venture or enhance an established business, Business Matters with Karl Fitzpatrick offers valuable knowledge and inspiration to help you navigate the complexities of the business world.


Regular topics include; Sales, Digital Marketing, Artificial Intelligence, Funding Supports, Machine Learning, Recruitment, Training, Procurement, Cyber Security, Quality Assurance, Investment, Strategy, Remote Working, Digital Transformation, Research & Innovation, Brand Building, Virtual and Augmented Reality, Sustainability, Diversification and Inclusivity, Finance, Export Development, ESG, Productivity, Cryptocurrency, Emerging Technologies, Blockchain, Leadership and Management. New episodes drop every Saturday.


About Karl Fitzpatrick

Karl holds a Law Degree from University College Cork (UCC), which is ranked among the Top Law Schools in the world. Karl is the CEO and President of Chevron College, Ireland's largest privately owned accredited Further & Higher Education Institution. A specialist in e-learning, Chevron employs over 130 staff, has 15,000 students per annum and has annual revenues in the region of €18,000,000.


Contact Karl by emailing karl at karlfitzpatrick.ie


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Update frequency
every 2 days
Average duration
13 minutes
Episodes
763
Years Active
2017 - 2025
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Rob O’Byrne from What’s Your Excuse Fitness reveals how a spinal injury inspired his business

Rob O’Byrne from What’s Your Excuse Fitness reveals how a spinal injury inspired his business

Rob O’Byrne from What’s Your Excuse Fitness joins Karl Fitzpatrick to share his incredible personal story, explaining how his rehab experience inspired his idea for a wheelchair accessible gym and ho…
00:14:27  |   Sat 22 Apr 2023
Dennis Kelly from Postayltics reveals why direct mail is still important in modern marketing

Dennis Kelly from Postayltics reveals why direct mail is still important in modern marketing

Dennis Kelly from Postayltics joins Karl Fitzpatrick to discuss his entrepreneurial successes, why he believes direct mail is an important part of the marketing mix and how his software solution can …
00:14:35  |   Sat 15 Apr 2023
Tom Bermingham from Wexford Local Development discusses the new LEADER funding programme

Tom Bermingham from Wexford Local Development discusses the new LEADER funding programme

Tom Bermingham from Wexford Local Development joins Karl Fitzpatrick to discuss the new LEADER funding programme, how the county has benefited from LEADER and why you need to inform the strategy for …
00:10:59  |   Sat 15 Apr 2023
John Curry from Smart X Assistant explains how his AI solution takes away the jobs people hate

John Curry from Smart X Assistant explains how his AI solution takes away the jobs people hate

John Curry from Smart X Assistant joins Karl Fitzpatrick to discuss the concept behind the company, why he is targeting mortgage brokers as clients and his international expansion plans.

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00:13:09  |   Sat 15 Apr 2023
Sir Richard Branson discusses doing business the Virgin way with Karl Fitzpatrick

Sir Richard Branson discusses doing business the Virgin way with Karl Fitzpatrick

The iconic Sir Richard Branson joins Karl Fitzpatrick to outline his approach to innovation and developing new business ideas, why he views dyslexia as his superpower and why he decided to enter the …
00:18:42  |   Sat 08 Apr 2023
Dara O’Leary from Sunshyne Coaching explains why businesses need to focus on employee engagement

Dara O’Leary from Sunshyne Coaching explains why businesses need to focus on employee engagement

Dara O’Leary from Sunshyne Coaching joins Karl Fitzpatrick to highlight the growing importance of employee engagement, the proactive steps which employers can take to achieve engagement from workers …
00:10:34  |   Sat 08 Apr 2023
Derek Liddy from Carroll’s Irish Gifts discusses a fantastic opportunity for a new giftware supplier

Derek Liddy from Carroll’s Irish Gifts discusses a fantastic opportunity for a new giftware supplier

Derek Liddy from Carroll’s Irish Gifts joins Karl Fitzpatrick to discuss its growth in popularity amongst both domestic and international customers, it’s search for a new giftware supplier through th…
00:11:25  |   Sat 08 Apr 2023
Economist, Marc Coleman shares his thoughts on the rejection of Government’s planning reforms

Economist, Marc Coleman shares his thoughts on the rejection of Government’s planning reforms

Resident economist Marc Coleman joins Karl Fitzpatrick to discuss the Government’s suggested planning reforms for accelerating homebuilding and the rationale for the Irish Planning Institute’s reject…
00:05:10  |   Sat 01 Apr 2023
John Ryan from Healthy Place to Work discusses the importance of employee health in businesses

John Ryan from Healthy Place to Work discusses the importance of employee health in businesses

John Ryan from Healthy Place to Work joins Karl Fitzpatrick to discuss the growing importance of employee health on the corporate agenda, the different factors which aid employee health in the workpl…
00:14:57  |   Sat 01 Apr 2023
Dermot Usher from Cork City FC explains why the principles of business also apply to a football club

Dermot Usher from Cork City FC explains why the principles of business also apply to a football club

Dermot Usher, the new owner of Cork City FC, joins Karl Fitzpatrick to examine the success of his business SONAS Bathrooms, what appealed to him about owning a football club and his plans for Cork Ci…
00:12:19  |   Sat 01 Apr 2023
Joanna Bannon from Fieldfisher analyses the implications of the Short-Term Tourist Letting Bill

Joanna Bannon from Fieldfisher analyses the implications of the Short-Term Tourist Letting Bill

Joanna Bannon from international law firm, Fieldfisher, joins Karl Fitzpatrick to discuss the origins of the Short-Term Tourist Letting Bill, its potential impact on the availability of tourist accom…
00:08:22  |   Sat 01 Apr 2023
Economist, Marc Coleman addresses the spectacular collapse of the Silicon Valley Bank

Economist, Marc Coleman addresses the spectacular collapse of the Silicon Valley Bank

Resident economist, Marc Coleman joins Karl Fitzpatrick to analyse the factors behind the collapse of the Silicon Valley Bank and to assess its potentials implications for the global financial servic…
00:04:43  |   Sat 25 Mar 2023
Dave Byrne from ReaDI-Watch explains how the platform can help businesses with their R&D activities

Dave Byrne from ReaDI-Watch explains how the platform can help businesses with their R&D activities

Dave Byrne from ReaDI-Watch joins Karl Fitzpatrick to highlight how its platform can assist businesses to maximise their R&D output, the need for greater emphasis on R&D in Ireland and why the compan…
00:14:23  |   Sat 25 Mar 2023
Shena Brien from IP Telecom reveals how the mass move to remote working has boosted company growth

Shena Brien from IP Telecom reveals how the mass move to remote working has boosted company growth

Shena Brien from IP Telecom joins Karl Fitzpatrick to explain the rationale for starting IP Telecom, how the company has benefited from the remote working revolution and the new product which it has …
00:10:36  |   Sat 25 Mar 2023
David Campion from ARGO discusses sustainable building design in the Caribbean

David Campion from ARGO discusses sustainable building design in the Caribbean

David Campion from ARGO joins Karl Fitzpatrick to discuss the success which the architectural firm enjoys in the Caribbean, the growing importance of sustainable building design and plans to introduc…
00:12:46  |   Sat 25 Mar 2023
Deborah Somorin from Empower the Family shares her inspirational story of triumph over adversity

Deborah Somorin from Empower the Family shares her inspirational story of triumph over adversity

Deborah Somorin from Empower the Family joins Karl Fitzpatrick to discuss being homeless at 13, in care at 14, pregnant at 15 and how education was her route to a better life, why she created Empower…
00:16:05  |   Sat 18 Mar 2023
Brian McDermott from Fuel HQ discusses event management for the corporate market

Brian McDermott from Fuel HQ discusses event management for the corporate market

Brian McDermott from Fuel HQ joins Karl Fitzpatrick to outline why the business created a niche in the events management space, how company events can improve employee engagement and boost retention …
00:11:57  |   Sat 18 Mar 2023
Ray Murphy from O’Suan Sleep reveals how a back injury inspired him to create a new sleep system

Ray Murphy from O’Suan Sleep reveals how a back injury inspired him to create a new sleep system

Ray Murphy from O’Suan Sleep joins Karl Fitzpatrick to explain how a back injury and its negative impact on his sleep inspired him to create a new sleep system, how the pressure mapping technology cr…

00:11:16  |   Sat 18 Mar 2023
Vicki O’Toole from Tola Consultancy outlines the success she achieved in the packaging industry

Vicki O’Toole from Tola Consultancy outlines the success she achieved in the packaging industry

Vicki O’Toole from Tola Consultancy joins Karl Fitzpatrick to discuss being plunged into the world of packaging and how she adapted to her unexpected role, the innovation which was required to ensure…
00:18:02  |   Mon 13 Mar 2023
Breda McCague, Transformational Specialist, explains her approach to coaching clients

Breda McCague, Transformational Specialist, explains her approach to coaching clients

Breda McCague, Transformational Specialist and Motivational Speaker, joins Karl Fitzpatrick, to discuss her early career in the Reserve Defence Forces, her approach to coaching clients and her missio…
00:11:01  |   Mon 13 Mar 2023
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