Dublin Tech Talks with ICON Accountings Sean Piggott and talk everything Contracting!After what can only be called a turbulent year it was great to speak with Sean and get a pulse of contracting at the moment!🎙️ Dublin Tech Talks Overview: Navigating the Contracting Landscape with Sean Pigott from Icon Accounting🎙️Join Gavin Fox in the latest episode of Dublin Tech Talks as he sits down with Sean Pigott, Head of Business Development at Icon Accounting. Icon Accounting, an Irish-owned business, specialises in contracting and accounting services, helping organizations and contractors navigate compliance, payments, and other solutions. In this insightful discussion, Sean and Gavin explore the contracting market's dynamics, trends, and challenges, shedding light on the ups and downs of 2022 and 2023. They discuss the impact of the pandemic, the resilience of the contracting space, and the evolving demand for specific skills in various industries. Sean provides valuable insights into the cyclical nature of the recruitment space, the challenges faced during uncertain times, and the positive turnaround observed in the contracting market. The conversation also delves into the importance of compliance and the key documents contractors and organisations need to ensure a smooth and secure process. Whether you're a seasoned contractor or a business navigating the world of contracting, this episode offers valuable insights into the contracting landscape. Don't miss out on the wisdom shared by Sean Pigott as he unravels the intricacies of contracting in Ireland. 🔗 Watch the full episode: Dublin Tech Talks with ICON Accountings Sean Piggott #DublinTechTalks #Contracting #TechIndustry #IconAccounting #BusinessDevelopment #Compliance #CareerInsights #techtrends #DublinTechTalks #techtalks #contracts #contractors #websummit #newstalk #techtalks #Martinsenmayer #ICONaccounting
Nov 14, 2023
22 min
Dublin Tech Talks sat down with Feargal Brady CEO & Co-founder @ NoFrixionFeargal Brady is a serial entrepreneur and investor. He co-founded Blueface Ltd (sold to Comcast) and NoFrixion (current) with Aaron Clauson. He has also co-founded a robotics company Akara, and an Impact Investing firm, Venturewave Capital.NoFrixion is a Money Movement platform combining the technology and regulatory authority to enable businesses to send, store, receive and reconcile funds programmatically. It is an Embedded Finance solution, focussed on embedded money movement.Founded in 2020 by Feargal Brady, Chief Executive Officer and Aaron Clauson, Chief technology Officer, NoFrixion raised €3.6m in seed funding in 2022. They were registered as Virtual Asset Service Provider (VASP) on the 31st of May 2023 by the Central Bank of Ireland (CBI), followed by authorisation as an Electronic Money Institution (EMI) on the 25th July 2023#dublintechtalks #feargal #dublin #leadership #brand #ireland #podcast #businesses #hiring #barbara #monahans #sharon #dehmel #fyp #youtube #TechTalks #Newstalk
Nov 6, 2023
22 min
We sat down with Lee Bristow, Co-founder of Phinity Risk Solutions, on the latest Dublin Tech Talks podcast. Lee shared some invaluable insights into the world of risk and compliance management, especially in the context of the ever-evolving tech landscape. We also discussed rugby prior to Ireland beating South Africa. Here are the top takeaways: 🔰 Early Policy Implementation: Lee emphasised the importance of implementing clear policies early in your business journey. Even for startups, having solid policies, particularly related to data security, can save you headaches down the road. 🤖 AI's Impact: How Artificial Intelligence is becoming a game-changer in risk and compliance management. AI's ability to analyse unstructured data and predict risks can provide a substantial advantage for organisations. ⬆Integrated Approach: Lee stressed the need for an integrated approach to risk management. Instead of handling risk assessments in silos, consider a holistic view that covers areas like privacy, information security, and health and safety. ↗ Aggregated Platforms: Lee highlighted the power of aggregated platforms that bring together different risk and compliance elements. This approach streamlines processes and makes it easier to manage compliance across the entire organisation. 👩💼 👨💼 Board-Level Concerns: Risk and compliance are not just internal matters; they're board-level concerns. Transparent reporting and visibility into risk-related data can empower boards to make informed investment decisions and avoid firefighting scenarios. 💱 The Evolving Regulatory Landscape: We touched upon the ever-evolving regulatory landscape. New regulations emerge all the time, and organizations need to adapt quickly, making a robust risk and compliance management system essential. These insights shed light on the complex world of risk and compliance and how technology is transforming the way we approach these challenges. What's your take on these points? Let's continue the conversation. About Phinity Risk Solutions The business develops cloud applications for the information risk and governance market. The Phinity Risk Solutions platform integrates into your risk and compliance processes to help you decrease your risk exposure. Boost your risk management capability and manage your organisational risks, from identification through to remediation, with the help of our powerful solutions. #DublinTechTalks #RiskManagement #Compliance #ThirdPartyRisk #AIinBusiness #TechnologyTrends #BusinessInnovation #RegTech #DataPrivacy #GRC #GDPR #BusinessSolutions #TechPodcast #InnovationDiscussion #BusinessIntelligence #Insights #StartupJourney #Entrepreneurship #DigitalTransformation #EmergingTech #techtalks #AI #TechTalks
Oct 25, 2023
22 min
Dublin Tech Talks Gavin Fox sits down with Mark Swaine Head of product at Elkstone and founder of UX Institute talk Product Design & UX.Mark shares his wealth of experience in the world of User Experience (UX). Together, we delve into the crucial realm of UX research, emphasising its pivotal role in modern businesses, startups, and legacy organisations.🎙️ Meet the Guest:Mark Swain, with his extensive background in website design and international UX consulting, offers valuable perspectives on the power of UX research and its impact on user satisfaction and business success.🚀 Why Watch This Episode?Whether you're a UX professional, startup enthusiast, or tech-savvy individual, this episode provides deep insights into UX strategies, industry challenges, and emerging trends. Join us for an engaging conversation that unravels the mysteries of the UX world and its transformative potential for businesses of all sizes.🔍 Key Topics Covered:💡 Startups and UX: Explore why startups should prioritise UX right from the beginning and understand the challenges faced by legacy businesses in adapting to innovative UX practices.💡 Personalised Experiences: Learn about the significance of creating personalised and streamlined user experiences and why it's a key differentiator in today's saturated market.💡 Innovation Culture: Discover how larger organisations can foster an innovation culture and compete effectively with nimble startups in the ever-evolving tech landscape.💡 Trends in UX: Get insights into the latest trends in UX, including the integration of AI and automation in the design process.🔔 Subscribe for More: Stay tuned for more insightful discussions on tech, innovation, and business. Don't forget to hit the subscribe button and ring the bell to never miss an episode.🎙️Hear the full podcast here!Youtube - https://youtu.be/j1QGnZyXEwMSpotify - https://spoti.fi/3HG6zCTApple Podcast - https://apple.co/3jAqWt9#DublinTechTalks #UXDesign #Innovation #TechTalks #BusinessInnovation #UserExperience #StartupStrategies #UXDesign #UserExperience #Startups #Innovation #TechTalks #newstalk #BusinessInnovation #ProductDesign #LegacyBusiness #TechPodcast #DigitalTransformation #AIinDesign #UXResearch #DesignThinking #Entrepreneurship #TechTrends #StartupJourney #BusinessStrategy #TechIndustry #ProductDevelopment #CustomerExperience #UXStrategy #ProductInnovation #InnovationCulture #AIIntegration #TechInsights #IndustryLeaders #TechEducation #UXProfessionals #DigitalExperience #PodcastDiscussion #productdesign
Oct 18, 2023
24 min
Unleashing Leadership and Brand Synergy for Scaling Success with Barbara Monahan and Sharon Dehmel Barbara Monahan and Sharon Dehmel provide a unique insight into the potential of exceptional leadership and brand synergy. Barbara Monahan and Sharon Dehmel bring together their expertise in BRAND Architecture & LEADERSHIP Development to create a one-of-a-kind learning experience. Their collaborative exploration of leadership and brand's role within scaling companies, and its impact on employee retention and engagement, will unveil innovative strategies to take your business to new heights.
Oct 12, 2023
35 min
Dublin Tech Talks caught up with Jane Gormley is Code Institute Director of Employer EngagementJane and the team focuses on helping our students get hired. Jane has a huge amount of experience in helping people make the transition from student to developerJoin us in unraveling the evolving landscape of tech education and how it paves the way for career transitions and a more inclusive tech industry.We discuss how employers perceive candidates from non-traditional backgrounds and the potential they bring to the tech sector. This conversation emphasises the importance of diversity and inclusion, as flexible online education models make tech accessible to a wider audience.Code Institute, an Irish tech education platform, offering a 16-week remote course in web development, breaking barriers for aspiring tech professionals. Dive into the stories of career changers finding their path in technology, and discover how Code Institute bridges the gap between education and industry demand.#DublinTechTalks #CodeInstitute #TechEducation #WebDevelopment #CareerChangers #NonTraditionalEducation #InclusiveTech #RemoteLearning #OnlineEducation #TechCareers #DiversityInTech #Interview #CodingBootcamp #CareerTransitions #techtrends
Oct 6, 2023
24 min
We had a in person event with Luke CEO and C0-Founder of Yonder, The all-in-one platform to automate health insurance and retirement benefits, globally, today announced it has raised a €2.6 million funding round led by Northzone and Frontline Ventures, to build accessible and affordable global financial benefits for an underserved generation of workers.Luke will be talking about being a founder and the fun and heartache this brings.Sound Quality not the best will work on it for the next in person podcast I record
Apr 26, 2023
42 min
On our final episode of Season 5 we talk with Inclusio CEO & Founder Sandra Healy https://inclusio.io/ We catch up with Sandra 2 years on from being on our Show. Inclusio is a platform developed by experts in behavioural data science, psychology, artificial intelligence, equality, diversity and inclusion. Inclusio works with organisations — both in the private and public sector — providing them with scientific, evidence-based data and inclusion insights linked to their business KPIs and ROI. Inclusio works with a brilliant existing customer base which already includes Sodexo, RSA Insurance Ireland, 123.ie, FBD insurance, Linesight, Kilsaran, Public Appointments Service, IPB insurance and Teagasc. Inclusio, has announced plans to create 80 jobs on the back of a €6.2m funding investment in the unique diversity and inclusion platform. #podcast #tech #talks #dublin #martinsenmayer #foryoupage #fyp #SandraHealy #ersl #mdersl #businesses #gavinfox #gavin #partnership #foryou #viralvideo #irlanda #explore #executive #digitalmarketing #institute #vcs #techtalks #techtalk #JessKelly #Inclusio #behavioural #Hiring #employment #artificialintelligence #equality #diversity #inclusion #funding #hiring
Apr 25, 2023
28 min
We got to sit down with CEO at MyComplianceOffice Brian Fahey to discuss everything MCO In this video, we're chatting with Brian Fahey, CEO of MyComplianceOffice. Now EY Entrepreneur Of The Year™ 2023 finalists for the International category Brian shares with us his insights on the current state of compliance, and how his company is helping businesses comply with the evolving GDPR regulations. If you're looking for insights on compliance from the CEO of a company that's experienced with GDPR, then check out this Dublin Tech Talk with Brian Fahey. He'll share his insights on the current state of compliance, and how MyComplianceOffice is helping businesses comply with the evolving GDPR regulations. ( Dublin Tech Talks with Brian Fahey CEO at MyComplianceOffice ) Tags: #podcast #tech #talks #dublin #martinsenmayer #foryoupage #fyp #BrianFahey #businesses #gavinfox #gavin #partnership #foryou #viralvideo #irlanda #explore #executive #digitalmarketing #institute #vcs #Ireland #MyComplianceOffice #businesses #dublintechtalks #partnership #fintech #fintecs #funding #growth #leadership #ey #EntrepreneurofTheYear #WEOY #EYEOY #EOY #EY
Apr 20, 2023
27 min
Delighted to sit down with John McElligott COO Kara Connect talking about Kara Connect moving to Ireland and expanding their team. Connect your employees with accredited, vetted and experienced mental health and wellbeing professionals. Provide your employees with the support they need. Kara Connect is a Series A funded health and well-being platform which connects employees with coaches, counsellors, and therapists. It provides organisations with a suite of solutions enabling employees to access services which are tailored to their individual well-being requirements ( Dublin Tech Talks with John McElligott COO Kara Connect ) #podcast #tech #talks #dublin #martinsenmayer #foryoupage #fyp #susanbowman #ersl #mdersl #JohnMcElligott #businesses #gavinfox #gavin #partnership #foryou #viralvideo #irlanda #explore #executive #digitalmarketing #institute #vcs #techtalks #techtalk #JessKelly
Apr 10, 2023
24 min
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