What business-person do you most admire?
It’s hard to choose just one, as I’ve had the privilege of working with and learning from many remarkable leaders. I deeply admire those who show true courage, both in times of success and adversity. The leaders who stand out are the ones who not only push their teams forward but also bring them along on the journey. In my view, the most important quality in a business leader is courage – both physical and moral – and the ability to lead from the front, especially in challenging, high-stakes situations, much like combat in business.
What is your guilty pleasure?
Ice creams: in Ireland, Murphy’s.
How do you unwind?
Long drives have always been therapeutic for me, almost like a form of meditation. It’s something I really missed during the Covid restrictions but, thankfully, that’s behind us now.
How much money is in your wallet?
Very little, I mostly use digital payments.
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The last book you read?
The Hero Code by Admiral William H McRaven. I am fan of people in uniform and the ones who have served in combat. The life lessons learned in battle and the rules written in blood apply to business and life in general.
What is the best business advice you’ve ever been given?
Keep at it – perseverance pays.
Who is the most famous person in your contacts list?
AR Rahman, a two-time Grammy Award and Bafta winner, renowned for his groundbreaking music in both Indian cinema and international projects. Besides his achievements, he is one of the most genuine human beings alive.
How do you manage your work-life balance?
I try to compartmentalise my mind, which helps, but I believe there’s no true “balance” when you’re aiming for extremes.
The last film you watched?
I’m not much of a movie person.
What is your favourite possession?
Practically speaking, my iPad Pro is the perfect blend of a mini-office and entertainment all in one.
What social media do you use?
Mostly Instagram.
If money were not object, what would your fantasy purchase be?
A drop zone near the ocean, where you can jump from a plane with a parachute and dive straight into the water – now that’s an adrenaline rush.
What is the first website you look at every morning?
The Irish Times, Financial Times, and then LinkedIn.
Are you an early bird or a night owl?
Night owl.
If you were taoiseach for a day, what would you do?
I would bring together the brightest minds in design thinking to tackle Dublin’s housing crisis head-on.
What person do you most admire?
My father.
What’s your favourite place in Dublin and why?
Howth Harbour, because of the vibe and the several pleasant memories.
Anything you would like to plug?
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