Business & Finance

12/10/2025

The CFO 100 Breakfast Event 2025, held in association with Sia, featured an inspiring address from Senator Dee Ryan, highlighting the importance of financial leadership, innovation, and education in shaping Ireland’s economic future.

Speaking to an audience of Ireland and the UK’s top CFOs and finance leaders, Senator Ryan reflected on the pivotal role of collaboration between business, government, and education in building a resilient and forward-thinking economy.

“The EU AI Act gives us a framework, but our ambition as a country must give us momentum. We have to invest in skills, we have to support our indigenous businesses, and we have to strike a balance. If we do, Ireland can not only be a hub for AI but a beacon showing how a small nation can shape big technologies for common good.”

Her remarks helped set the tone for a morning of discussion on the evolving role of the CFO, the rise of AI-driven finance, and the transformative potential of technology and strategy in business leadership.

Explore the CFOs recognised in CFO 100 Index 2025 → https://businessandfinance.com/cfo-100-index-2025-in-association-with-sia-partners-part-1/

10/10/2025

The Business & Finance CFO 100 Index 2025, in association with Sia, has been launched. This Index showcases the top CFOs operating across the business landscape in Ireland and the UK today.

Congratulations to those included:
Grafton Group plc, EirGrid Group, CRH, Primark, AbbVie Ltd, Smurfit Westrock, Central Bank of Ireland, Ornua, Glen Dimplex, BT, ICON plc, Flutter Entertainment, Irish Life Investment Managers, AMCS, PTSB, Vodafone Ireland, Dole plc, IPB Insurance, Applegreen plc, DAA, I-RES, House of the Oireachtas, Valeo Foods, AIB, Glanbia.

Read the full article here: https://businessandfinance.com/cfo-100-index-2025-in-association-with-sia-partners-part-1/

The CFO 100 Index 2025 recognises the top 100 Chief Financial Officers working across some of the most innovative companies in Ireland.

10/10/2025

The panel at the CFO 100 Breakfast Event 2025, held in association with Sia, brought powerful insights on how AI is reshaping the role of the CFO.

Moderated by Ciara Close, Sia, the discussion featured Phil Watson, OpenAI, Patricia O’Neill, Chartered Accountants Ireland, Áine Nolan, Microsoft, and Brian Hanly, Brightbeam, who explored how technology and data are driving smarter, more strategic decision-making across finance.

Check out which CFOs made this year’s list in the CFO 100 Index 2025 → https://businessandfinance.com/cfo-100-index-2025-in-association-with-sia-partners-part-1/

10/10/2025

Lawrence Vesey kicked off the CFO 100 Breakfast 2025, in association with Sia, highlighting the importance of AI, strategy, and innovation in shaping the future of finance.

His address set the stage for a morning of discussion and insight from some of the most influential voices in finance, exploring how innovation and adaptability will define the next era of financial leadership.

09/10/2025

CFO 100 Index 2025, in association with Sia, launched at breakfast briefing in Museum of Literature, Dublin

Read more: https://businessandfinance.com/news/cfo-100-index-2025-in-association-with-sia-launched-at-breakfast-briefing-in-museum-of-literature-dublin/

The CFO 100 Index 2025, in association with Sia, was launched at a breakfast briefing in the Museum of Literature, Dublin.

09/10/2025

In this week’s CEO Q&A, Maeve Monaghan of NOW Group shares how she’s spent over two decades building a social enterprise that transforms lives through inclusion and employment.

Read the full interview here: https://businessandfinance.com/news/know-your-customer-and-invest-in-your-people-ceo-qa-with-maeve-monaghan-of-now-group/

Maeve was appointed to NOW Group in 2001 and has been responsible for the growth and development of the organisation over the past 21 years.

08/10/2025

This week’s 60 Seconds with features Ciara Troy, Founder of Oishii Sushi. From her early days in retail to leading one of Ireland’s most recognised food brands, Ciara shares how resilience, creativity and passion shaped her journey and reminds us to “be kind to yourself but never give up.”

Read the full interview here: https://hubs.ly/Q03MJkgB0

Ciara Troy is the Founder and Managing Director of Oishii Sushi. Created in 2006, the company handcrafts sushi, salads, and noodle dishes from its Dublin kitchen. Oishii provides convenient on-the-go chilled food available nationwide. By Youssef Fathalli Read more 60 Seconds with: Alan Browne, CEO &...

08/10/2025

2025 Partner Spotlight

Business & Finance is proud to recognise Enterprise Ireland as the partner of the Elevation Company of the Year Award at the 2025 Business & Finance Awards.

Enterprise Ireland is dedicated to supporting Irish enterprises to start, scale, and succeed globally. Their sponsorship celebrates companies that demonstrate exceptional growth, innovation, and international ambition — driving Ireland’s reputation for business excellence.

The Business & Finance Awards 2025 will take place on 11th December at The Convention Centre Dublin.

Learn more at: https://hubs.ly/Q03MJjhq0

08/10/2025

Business Person of the Month, September 2025: Oisín Hanrahan, Co-Founder and CEO of Keychain.

Since launching in 2023, Keychain has transformed how CPG brands connect with manufacturers, using AI to streamline global supply chains. With $68 million in funding and a rapidly growing client base, Hanrahan continues to drive innovation on an international scale.

Read more here: https://hubs.ly/Q03MJh2_0

Oisín Hanrahan is founder of Keychain, an AI-powered manufacturing/supply chain platform for the Consumer Packaged Goods industry.

08/10/2025

New and notable appointments at Heneghan, Embrace Community Services, and Chanelle Pharma.

Business & Finance highlights key leadership changes across Irish organisations:

Michael Hall promoted to Senior Account Manager at Heneghan

Johnny Meehan appointed CEO of Embrace Community Services

Steven Mahoney, Rafik Amrane, and Jean Hoffman join the Board of Chanelle Pharma

Read the full article here: https://hubs.ly/Q03Mgc6z0

This week sees new and notable appointments at the following: Heneghan, Embrace Community Services, and Chanelle Pharma

07/10/2025

Breakfast Event: NextGen Finance – The AI-Driven Future!

Join Business & Finance Media Group, in partnership with Sia, for the NextGen Finance Breakfast on 9 October 2025, 8:00am GMT, at Moli, St Stephen’s Green.

This exclusive morning event will bring together senior leaders and innovators to explore how artificial intelligence is reshaping financial services — from strategic decision-making and operational efficiency to customer engagement and innovation.

The opening address will be delivered by Senator Dee Ryan, Senator for Limerick City and Seanad Spokesperson on Further & Higher Education, Innovation, Research and Science.

Limited places remain — register your interest here:https://hubs.ly/Q03Mxm8k0

07/10/2025

2025 Partner Spotlight

Business & Finance is proud to recognise Coillte as the partner of the Environmental, Social & Governance (ESG) Award at the 2025 Business & Finance Awards.

Coillte is Ireland’s state forestry company and a leader in sustainability, supporting companies that demonstrate exceptional contributions across environmental, social, and governance indicators. Their partnership highlights the importance of responsible business practices and long-term positive impact on society and the environment.

The Business & Finance Awards 2025 will take place on 11th December at The Convention Centre Dublin.

Learn more at: https://hubs.ly/Q03MvhWm0