Paul Prendergast started his tech company, Cork-based Blink Innovation, at the end of October 2016. Blink has designed a software platform that allows it to sell different types of ‘smart’ insurance products. The first one that the company is working on is a travel insurance product that would automatically process claims in the event of a flight cancellation, with no paperwork required. Pau discusses his decision to sell Blink Innovation in late March to UK-based CPP group for €1 million and his advice for people starting out in a similar field of business.

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Jonathan Healy, Broadcaster/MD Healy CommunicationsWith over 20 years experience as a broadcaster, Jonathan has a wealth of experience in communications, now operating in corporate communications/storytelling, media training and event facilitation - Jonathan discusses the ever changing face of media.

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Raluca Saceanu, Marketing Manager Smartech: As Marketing Manager for a cyber security company, Raluca discusses why she got into marketing and the challenges faced by a world-class cybersecurity company on a day-today basis

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Ronan Murphy CEO, Smarttech. Ronan operates the world's most sophisticated cybersecurity operation center. A 24/7 system that keeps customers safe and deliver world-class cybersecurity support and incident response services. Ronan works daily with an elite team of engineers, support teams and sales executives who are building Smarttech into a global leader in managed security services. Ronan gives us a small insight into the world of cyber security and his business advice for those starting out in business: “Surround yourself with people who are smarter than you.”

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Jason Woodard set about building a business from Social Media and establishing his own personal brand in late 2016, he opened Cork’s first doughnut shop in November and has marketed the business solely through social media. Jason talks about building his brand, starting a new company and the importance of digital marketing for businesses.

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Rebel Chilli produce a range of fresh chilli sauces, selling to the retail and food service sectors in Ireland. Rebel Chilli also exporting to Dubai and the U.K. Rebel Chilli has been in full time operations since 2014.Paul gives his advice to those starting out in business and how Rebel Chilli became a rapidly expanding business utilising social media and their customer base from the Farmers Markets.

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Dukes is a family-owned and run business which has been serving exceptional coffee and food to the people of Cork since 2005. Aidan talks about his passion and drive for business, how he didn’t choose the catering industry it chose him and how important the community is to his business.

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