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Episode 201: Office Supplies, Big Ideas: The Rise of Purple Panda
“You can’t do it half and half. If you believe in it, go all in.” - Gavin Kelly
In this episode, Elaine Carroll chats with Gavin Kelly, founder of Purple Panda - the 100% Irish-owned company delivering 20,000+ workplace products with next-day service and standout customer care.
Gavin shares how he went from Viking to launching Purple Hippo, why a bold name helped break into a crowded market, and how Purple Panda grew into a trusted partner for businesses across Ireland. He talks about financing challenges, building a strong culture, and expanding into the UK while keeping customer service at the heart of everything.
Highlights:
The bold branding move that made people remember Purple Panda.
Breaking into one of Ireland’s most crowded markets.
How a culture of accountability drives team performance.
Why customer service is the ultimate competitive edge.
From financing hurdles to UK expansion - lessons in growth.
👉 Tune in now to hear Gavin’s story and discover how Purple Panda is reshaping office solutions in Ireland. >>
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By All-Ireland Business Foundation “You can’t do it half and half. If you believe in it, go all in.” - Gavin Kelly
In this episode, Elaine Carroll chats with Gavin Kelly, founder of Purple Panda - the 100% Irish-owned company delivering 20,000+ workplace products with next-day service and standout customer care.
Gavin shares how he went from Viking to launching Purple Hippo, why a bold name helped break into a crowded market, and how Purple Panda grew into a trusted partner for businesses across Ireland. He talks about financing challenges, building a strong culture, and expanding into the UK while keeping customer service at the heart of everything.
Highlights:
The bold branding move that made people remember Purple Panda.
Breaking into one of Ireland’s most crowded markets.
How a culture of accountability drives team performance.
Why customer service is the ultimate competitive edge.
From financing hurdles to UK expansion - lessons in growth.
👉 Tune in now to hear Gavin’s story and discover how Purple Panda is reshaping office solutions in Ireland. >>