Valuing a business requires art, science and good judgement
If there is concern over financial projections, earn-outs or deferred contingent consideration can be effective
Minority shareholders need strong protections
Disputes often arise due to assumptions that relationships in closely held companies will remain strong and that everyone will act fairly
Management buyouts can offer speed and continuity – once financing hurdles are overcome
MBO can protect the seller’s legacy and provide management with the incentive to drive growth
Upskill to upscale: Meeting the need to create an AI-ready workforce
Technical and human skills combined will shape AI adoption across Irish business
‘In times of political tension, aircraft can quickly become bargaining chips’
What the Russia seizures revealed about repossession risk - legal protections don’t always translate into physical recovery of aircraft
An essential ingredient for success
The biggest barrier facing SMEs starting out is the high cost of R&D in Ireland
Hybrid working at a crossroads: Has the remote-in-office mix really had its day?
In Ireland, hybrid is holding steady, with most employers planning no in-person attendance rise despite return-to-office mandates making headlines
Ireland’s record employment masks a growing divide
While overall numbers are strong, recent layoffs have left some struggling to be rehired
The proximity principle: how organisations and individuals can overcome unconscious bias
'Proximity bias isn’t a reason to avoid hybrid working, it’s a reason to modernise performance management'
Unblocking the path to faster, more effective infrastructure delivery
The State has infrastructure gaps, but funding is not the issue. Can new planning laws truly accelerate delivery, or are deeper reforms needed?
New attendance expectations are redefining Dublin’s office landscape
Stronger return-to-office policies are reshaping demand and driving new workspace designs as employers seek collaboration, comfort and employee appeal
How to strengthen our skills and talent strategy in an extremely competitive market
With employment at record levels and digital disruption accelerating, employers must rethink how they attract, develop and retain the talent needed for a resilient economy
The changing nature of charity fundraising
Experiential events, corporate partnerships and digital platforms are reshaping how people donate and engage
The new face of volunteering: What charities need in changing times
As traditional forms of volunteering decline, charities are reshaping roles to match busy lives while still ensuring reliable support
