Hosted by BVP · 🇺🇸 US · EN-GB · 38 episodes
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This podcast will bring you the latest interviews from some of the leading figures within the venture capital landscape in Ireland and abroad. Our interviews focus on a diverse range of people from founders to investors. The goal is to find out about the highs and lows of each individual's journey to date and to give our audience a unique insight into the different elements of our ecosystem.
BVP hosts The Irish VC, a business show with 38 episodes published.
Discover insights from Pat Smith, Managing Director of Local Power Limited, on Ireland’s renewable energy prospects, particularly in biomethane, solar PVs, and battery storage. This episode explores how farmers and rural
In this episode, Stephen Burdock, Director of BVP Investments, shares his extensive experience in banking, private equity, and investment strategies. He discusses what makes a compelling pitch, the importance of team ver
In this episode of the Irish VC podcast, host Sarah Jane Larkin discusses the current state of venture capital in 2026 with industry experts Elliott Griffin, Gillian Buckley, and Amy Neale. They explore the challenges an
In this conversation, Marie Nolan interviews Stephen Tully, CFO of BVP Investments, to demystify and talk through some frequently asked questions around the Employment Investment Incentive Scheme (EIIS). They discuss the
In this episode of The Irish VC, Caroline Gaynor (Guest), Partner of Lightstone VC emphasises the importance of building a strong support network for founders, particularly those who are first-time entrepreneurs. Sarah J
In this episode, Denise Sidhu, Director and Partner at Kernel Capital, shares her journey into venture capital, discussing the lessons learned over her 20-year career. She highlights the current state of the venture capi
This episode was recorded in front of a live audience at Munster Technology University (MTU) in Cork. In this episode of the Irish VC podcast, the panel comprising of Hilary O'Shea from Otonomee, Alison MacSweeney from B
In this short episode of the Irish VC, Mark Farrelly of HBAN (Halo Business Angel Network) has a fireside chat with Brian Thornes. From orthopaedic surgeon to Inventor & CEO, Brian tells us about the ground-breaking deve
Welcome to this special edition of The Irish VC recorded in front of a live audience at NovaUCD, the hub of innovation at University College Dublin. Hosted by Mark Farrelly of HBAN & joined by 3 fantastic founders on the
In this podcast, Ryan O'Neill, Co-founder and CEO of LegitFit, shares his journey from a background in Big Pharma to the fitness tech industry. He discusses the inception of LegitFit, emphasising the importance of custom
John Flynn reflects on his journey into venture capital, beginning with a background in physics and tech before joining ACT in the late 1990s. He discusses the evolution of Ireland's VC landscape over the past 40 years—f
Recorded live at Google HQ Dublin, this special episode brings together an expert panel of funders and founders to discuss the realities of raising and investing capital in Ireland. From securing early-stage funding to n
In this episode of The Irish VC, Sarah Jane Larkin of t sit down with Gillian Buckley to celebrate 40 years of the IVCA and explore her journey in venture capital. We discuss the impact of the Western Investment Fund, th
In this episode of The Irish VC, we sit down with Tom Cotter, CEO of OceanR, to dive into the world of sustainable business and impact-driven investment. OceanR is making waves in the eco-friendly apparel space, and Tom
In this episode of The Irish VC, we sit down with Gerry Maguire, Chair of the Irish Venture Capital Association (IVCA) and a key figure at Atlantic Bridge, one of Europe’s leading venture capital firms. Gerry shares his
In this episode, we sit down with Conor Layden, Commercial Director of the Arigna Group, an expanded family business based in Roscommon, Ireland. Conor shares his journey into the family business, reflecting on whether i
In this episode, our host Andrew McGreal of BVP interviews the Founder and CEO of SaaStock, Alexander Theuma. Alex gives us an insight to the background and origins of SaaStock, SaaStock's role in scaling companies. They
In this episode, we dive into Pre Budget chat with our host Sarah-Jane Larkin and our guest Martina Fitzgerald, current CEO of Scale Ireland & former RTE political correspondent. They share valuable insights on Martina's
In this episode, our host Marie Nolan chats with Marie Donnellan, former EY Director and current CEO of Platform 94. (Yes, 2 Marie's on the podcast!) Marie shares insights into what Galway based Platform 94 does, the ind
In this episode, Sarah Jane Larkin - Director General of the Irish Venture Capital & Private Equity Association chats with IVCA & Level 20 Members, Jennifer McMahon partner at Seroba and Laura Dillon Partner at Waterland
Pat Smith
founder and CEO of Serve Denton · Local Power Ltd
1 appearance on this show
Ryan O'Neill
Co-founder and CEO · Minnesota Real Estate Team
2 appearances on this show
Ryan O'Neill
Co-founder and CEO · LegitFit
2 appearances on this show
John Flynn
Procurement Professional · Oregon State University
1 appearance on this show
John O'Sullivan
Regional Vice President & General Manager at Four Seasons Resort Punta Mita · Changing the Game Project
1 appearance on this show
John O’Sullivan
International manager · UKFIU
1 appearance on this show
Tom Cotter
founder and CEO · Healthcare Ready
1 appearance on this show
Jennifer McMahon
Director of Human Resources · City of St. Charles
1 appearance on this show
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