Joe Lennon

Any time Ireland’s startup ecosystem is discussed, the same explanations tend to surface: we need better tax incentives, more institutional capital, more angel investors, stronger government supports, and a more joined-up ecosystem.

Yesterday we announced that Workvivo has raised an additional $22m (€20m) investment from Tiger Global.

Just do it.

It’s the morning of the 2020 EY Entrepreneur of the Year awards, and I found myself reflecting on awards in general and their purpose and value to a company.

You’d think that 13 years into my career I’d have the self belief to know that I’m a capable person and good at what I do.