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
Michael Cunningham from GSB Capital Ireland discusses its expansion into the Irish market
Michael Cunningham from GSB Capital Ireland joins Karl Fitzpatrick to reveal the reasons why the UAE headquartered wealth management company selected Ireland as its newest location, the services whic…
Andrew Casey from Headcase outlines the benefits of experiential marketing
Andrew Casey from Headcase joins Karl Fitzpatrick to chart his journey from musician to entrepreneur, the benefits of experiential marketing and to share some of the memorable campaigns that it has w…
Cameron Herold from the COO Alliance reveals how he grew two companies to 100 million
Cameron Herold from the COO Alliance joins Karl Fitzpatrick to explain how he grew two companies to 100 million, his reputation as the ‘CEO Whisperer’ and why the greatest benefit of being an entrepr…
Simon Severino from Strategy Sprints reveals how businesses can supercharge their sales
Simon Severino from Strategy Sprints joins Karl Fitzpatrick to discuss how he added two billion to his clients’ sales, his tactics for maximising digital sales and the need for businesses to obtain r…
Sarah Fagan from Adare explains how effective employee engagement reduces high staff turnover costs
Sarah Fagan from Adare joins Karl Fitzpatrick to discuss the growing need for proactive employee engagement practices within the workplace, how employers can reduce the costs associated with high sta…
Linda O’Sullivan from BITCI assesses the inclusivity and diversity practices of Irish companies
Economist, Marc Coleman reveals why the projected surplus of €8.6 billion should be spent
Resident economist, Marc Coleman joins Karl Fitzpatrick to provide his rationale for spending the projected surplus of €8.6 billion.
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Chart-topping singer, LYRA, shares her journey of having a number one album
Singer-songwriter, LYRA, joins Karl Fitzpatrick to explain how she found her own identity within the music industry, the process of writing and producing a number one album and her plans to crack the…
Ken Mulkerrins from Kilsaran outlines the company’s approach to innovation and sustainability
Ken Mulkerrins from Kilsaran joins Karl Fitzpatrick to discuss its approach to innovation and sustainability, why green initiatives are becoming more and more important within the construction indust…
Former CEO of AmCham Ireland, Mark Redmond, discusses his new coaching business
Mark Redmond from Redmond Coaching for Impact joins Karl Fitzpatrick to discuss his decision to leave the role of CEO with the American Chamber of Commerce Ireland, the culture of innovation within t…
Seven-time All-Ireland football winner, Paddy Andrews, discusses his growth goals for Metis Ireland
Paddy Andrews from Metis Ireland joins Karl Fitzpatrick to discuss the company’s ambitious growth plans to double the funds which it manages within two years, his approach to strategy and leadership …
Ecopreneur, Pat Kane explains how she helps businesses to achieve their sustainability goals
Pat Kane from Reuzi and Pragmatica joins Karl Fitzpatrick to outline her career path, which included working for Digicel and Paddy Power, why Ireland’s attitude to sustainability is encouraging and h…
Ben Butters from Eurochambres reveals what voters should be looking for in prospective MEPs
Ben Butters from Eurochambres joins Karl Fitzpatrick to highlight the work of the organisation, how it works with MEPs to address the issues facing businesses across Europe and what businesspeople sh…
Economist, Marc Coleman analyses the economic data within the Stability Programme update
Resident economist, Marc Coleman joins Karl Fitzpatrick to assess the economic and fiscal projections which were contained within the Stability Programme update and what the economic growth forecast …
Brian Hanley from The Alliance for Insurance Reform on the need for more competition in the industry
Brian Hanley from The Alliance for Insurance Reform joins Karl Fitzpatrick to discuss a recent Central Bank report about insurance premiums, the reforms which have been implemented to date and how in…
Ken Tyrrell from PwC explains why 1000 business insolvencies could be recorded in Ireland this year
Ken Tyrrell from PwC joins Karl Fitzpatrick to discuss the findings of the company’s latest insolvency barometer, why there may be 1000 business insolvencies in Ireland this year, the sectors which a…
Richie Collins from Walfrid Private about Gary Neville’s address at the upcoming Wealth Summit
Richie Collins from Walfrid Private joins Karl Fitzpatrick to discuss the upcoming Wealth Summit in the RDS, what former footballer, turned businessman, Gary Neville, will be speaking about at the ev…
Ronan Horgan from Capitalflow highlights opportunities within the Irish lending market
Ronan Horgan from Capitalflow joins Karl Fitzpatrick to discuss its recent purchase of a €122 million loan book, opportunities within the Irish lending market and future growth plans
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Productivity coach, James Parnell, outlines how he helps workplace teams to improve productivity
James Parnell joins Karl Fitzpatrick to discuss how he uses neuroscience and Agile principles to enhance workplace productivity, why he says no to morning meetings and how to set attainable productiv…
Paula Roche discusses her plans as the new CEO of County Wexford Chamber
Paula Roche, the CEO of County Wexford Chamber, joins Karl Fitzpatrick to discuss her new role, her plans for growing membership and expanding the Chamber’s event management activities and the benefi…