*This episode was originally aired in June 2020*

Produced by Jetbooks, Chartered Accountants Ireland.

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Junior’s Deli & Cafe. Paulie’s Pizza. Lotts & Co. Can you see a pattern?

Barry McNerney and his brother Paul have built all of these iconic Irish businesses, and I loved hearing Barry’s tales of determination and passion in this interview. 

Starting out as an equity trader, lured to the profession by the slick Wall Street types you'd see in films, Barry soon realised this world wasn't what he'd imagined. His brother Paul being a chef, they decided to try their luck in the restaurant business and opened Junior's. It wasn’t easy, but  Junior’s became a hit with the community, with its authentic, honest, affordable food. 

What's amazing is what Barry and Paul did next. They went on to open Paulie's Pizza and boutique grocer Lotts & Co (all with big challenges along the way which you'll hear about). 

Still, Barry and Paul kept innovating, and seeing the headaches that ordering produce for restaurants presented, created UnifyOrdering. Starting out as a simple app to connect restaurateurs with suppliers, Unify is now available for everyone as a free app to get fresh, local Irish produce delivered to their homes. 

Find out more about UnifyOrdering here: https://www.unifyordering.com/

Connect with Barry on Instagram @barrymcn81

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