In this episode of Real Business Conversations with Kinore, Diane Kelly, Co-Founder of LL Solutions, shares how she built one of Ireland’s most distinctive service businesses by leading with trust, fairness, and zero micromanagement.

In this special video episode, CEO Larissa Feeney takes the guest seat to share the real story behind growing Kinore. Interviewed by business journalist Richard Curran, Larissa talks candidly about early challenges, key turning points, and what it truly takes to scale a modern, remote-first accountancy firm.

Former engineer turned entrepreneur Dan MacCarthy shares how he built a thriving regional occupational health practice from the ground up.

“Unless somebody is paying you, you don’t have to solve their problems.” – Erica Hargaden

“Cash is like ice on a window sill. If you leave them there long enough, they’re going to melt.” Niall Leyden

“I’ve probably done every job that you can think of in the company” – Annette Houston

“Fundraising gives me so many headaches. It’s such a stress, it’s a hassle, it’s so time-consuming” – Nicholas Deeney

Why are you letting go of that unique experience that you’ve had? That’s a niche. – Katie da Gama

“If you can find a mentor who’s good, it’s like gold dust for me.” – Eóin Tuohy

“You don’t have to be perfect. You don’t learn overnight.” – Mollie Guidera