Growing Further

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The Growing Further Podcast, hosted by David O'Meara, features engaging discussions with successful entrepreneurs from diverse industries who have made innovation a cornerstone of their business strategies. Each episode delves into how these leaders leverage cutting-edge ideas to drive growth and success, offering listeners a behind-the-scenes look at the pivotal role innovation plays in staying competitive and impactful.

NOV 19

S2 E4 | Radhika Jakku - Inside India’s Rising Tech Powerhouse

Radhika Jakku is the Director of Tech Mash Solutions, based in Hyderabad, one of India’s fastest-growing tech hubs. In this episode she joins David to talk about India’s talent boom, why the country is becoming a global tech hotspot, and how her team powers software for multiple companies across the Greenman Group. She also shares her path from a small town to leading a 38-person engineering team, the role her mother played in her education, early career setbacks after Y2K, and what it took to step up, lead, and grow. It is a story about grit, opportunity, and the rise of modern India.

56 min
NOV 7

S2 E3 | Adie McGennis - Inside the Hiring Game with Dublin’s Recruitment King

Adie McGuinness is Chair of Sigma Recruitment and one of the most experienced voices in Irish recruitment. In this episode, he sits down with David to talk about how work has changed over the past 30 years — and what hasn’t. They dig into the early days of Ireland’s startup scene, the cultural shifts in hiring, and the lessons Adie’s learned building and rebuilding businesses through booms, busts, and buyouts. From office culture and remote work to mental health, politics, and the reality of doing business in Ireland, this is a candid look at the world of work from someone who's seen it all.

1h 3m
OCT 24

S2 E2 | Carmen Sitz - Building edyfi and the Case for Smarter Real Estate

Carmen Sitz is the CEO and co-founder of edyfi, a Berlin-based startup using data to help retail real estate stakeholders make faster, smarter decisions about their buildings. In this episode, Carmen joins David to talk about becoming a young founder, building inside a legacy industry, and what it takes to turn complex data into a usable product. They also dig into what it means to launch something new from within a larger company, how to win trust with non-technical users, and why the slowest-moving markets can be the most rewarding to build in.

1h 21m
OCT 3

S2 E1 | Gary Fox – The realities of entrepreneurship, the power of experimentation.

David O’Meara kicks off Season 2 of The Growing Further Podcast with a conversation with Gary Fox, entrepreneur and host of The Entrepreneur Experiment Podcast. Gary shares his journey from idea to execution, the lessons learned along the way, and the mindset shifts that shaped his path. This episode dives into the realities of entrepreneurship, the power of experimentation, and what it really takes to grow further.

1h 56m
MAY 23

S1 E8 | Vinny Breslin – Scaling, Selling and Starting Again

This week, David chats with Vinny Breslin, who went from teenage entrepreneur in Donegal to co-founder of Uplisting, a fast-growing SaaS business for short-term rentals. They talk building without a blueprint, growing a remote team, and what it takes to hand over a company you’ve spent years building. Now stepping back, Vinny reflects on the transition and how he’s approaching whatever comes next.

34 min
APR 26

S1 E7 | Alex Kelly – Reinventing Legal Services with AI and Data

David O'Meara talks to Alex Kelly, co-founder and COO of Brightflag, about transforming the legal industry through technology and AI. Alex shares how Brightflag helps global companies manage legal spend, improve efficiency, and build data-driven legal teams — and reflects on his own journey from lawyer to tech entrepreneur.

41 min
MAR 7

S1 E6 | Stephen Smith on Innovation – AI & The Future of Sports Performance

In this episode of the Growing Further podcast, David O'Meara speaks with Stephen Smith, founder of Kitman Labs, about how data is transforming the world of sports performance. From injury prevention to talent development, they explore how elite teams use technology, analytics, and AI to make smarter decisions and drive success. Stephen also shares his journey from Leinster Rugby to Silicon Valley, offering insights into leadership, innovation, and building a global sports tech business.

35 min
JAN 16

S1 E5 | Humberto Martinez Barron - Future of agriculture and tech-driven solutions

This week David O'meara talks to Humberto Martinez Barones, co-founder of Nerit'e and finalist at the Growing Further Awards 2024. Humberto shares his journey from Mexico to Germany, building innovative in-season soil fertility solutions to make farming more efficient and sustainable. Discover how Nerit'e is helping farmers optimize yields, reduce costs, and protect the planet. Tune in for a fascinating conversation about the future of agriculture and tech-driven solutions for global farming challenges. 👉https://nerite.tech/ 👉https://www.growingfurther.io/

1h 16m
12/17/2024

S1 S4 | Julian Hughes – Farming as a Business

In this episode, David O'Meara sits down with Julian Hughes, Managing Director of Hughes Farming, to explore his journey from a small 3.5-acre farm to managing over 1,000 acres. Julian shares insights into treating farming as a business, embracing sustainability, and leveraging innovative technology like robotic weeding. Tune in to hear about the challenges of food inflation, the state of Irish agriculture, and the importance of consumer choices in supporting local produce.

53 min
10/25/2024

S1 E3 | The Future of Food Retail - Heather Morris & more

In this special episode, David O'Meara sat down with three past Growing Further finalists—MyGug, BiaSol, and martee ai—to explore their exciting progress in food innovation since January’s awards ceremony. Plus, this year’s judge, Heather Morris, Head of Investments at Founders Talent Accelerator, shared invaluable insights into the key factors for launching a product and the broader startup ecosystem in Ireland and beyond.

51 min
10/04/2024

S1 E2 | A Conversation with Aisling Murray

In this episode, Aisling Murray, Founder and Director of Beta Festival—an event celebrating the fusion of art and technology from November 1st to 17th in Dublin—joins host David O'Meara to discuss her entrepreneurial journey and the role of innovation in shaping Beta Festival.

27 min
09/06/2024

S1 E1 | A Conversation with Bobby Healy

In this episode, host David O'Meara sits down with Bobby Healy, the mastermind behind several successful ventures and founder of Manna Drone Delivery. Growing Further seeks to identify, recognise and reward companies whose goal is to positively impact the retail supply chain. Growing Further focuses on the entire supply chain, from production to waste management, promoting companies that are striving for a more sustainable future for the retail industry.

44 min

12 Episodes

The Growing Further Podcast, hosted by David O'Meara, features engaging discussions with successful entrepreneurs from diverse industries who have made innovation a cornerstone of their business strategies. Each episode delves into how these leaders leverage cutting-edge ideas to drive growth and success, offering listeners a behind-the-scenes look at the pivotal role innovation plays in staying competitive and impactful.

Creator

Growing Further
Years Active

2024 - 2025
Episodes

12
Rating

Clean
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