In episode, 7 the first episode of the Leaders Session, host Conall O Moráin speaks to John O'Connor, Managing Director, Tayto Snacks and Kevin Donnelly, Managing Director, Britvic Ireland. We learn how past experience and learnings in business shapes the approach of these leaders in their strategy formulation.

Both domestically and globally, the food and drinks industry has experienced a number of significant shocks in recent years. From recession, to pandemic, and fallout from our largest export partner, the UK, leaving the EU block. Yet, despite all the adversity, the Irish food and drinks industry has shown growth with inspiring stories from many local Irish brands. A combination of inward focus on the domestic market and growing the support local customer base and looking beyond our neighbours, to find new markets and customers internationally. The path to success is of course cobbled with challenges, we find out in this episode the style of these leaders in dealing with the challenges that the Irish food and drink industry face.

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