SFA B2B & Networking Event: Growth, Insights & Inspiration

 

Designed specifically for small business owners seeking to expand their networks and grow their businesses, this event offers a valuable opportunity to connect with fellow entrepreneurs, share insights, and explore new business opportunities.

Bobby Kerr is an Irish broadcaster, entrepreneur, and public speaker best known as an original investor on Ireland’s Dragons' Den and the former Chairman and CEO of Insomnia Coffee Company, which he scaled to over 140 shops before exiting in 2018. A veteran media personality, he hosts Newstalk’s long-running radio show Down to Business and presented the 8-part maritime documentary series Along Home Shores. Beyond broadcasting, Kerr is a dedicated champion of small enterprise, having served on the board of Microfinance Ireland and authored "The Kerr Report" outlining the future of the national postal service, An Post. Today, he maintains an active business portfolio across food, hospitality, and tourism—including roles with DropChef, Bread 41, and the Cliffs of Moher - and is an avid runner and sailor.

Celebrating the launch of the 23rd edition of the SFA Awards, previous SFA Awards winners will be sharing their experience and expertise during a panel discussion hosted by SFA Director, David Broderick.

Agenda includes:

  • Budget 2027 overview - what it means for small business owners.
  • Panel discussion with previous SFA Award Winners - hear from Lawrence Engineering, Oishii Foods and Donna Reilly People & Wellness on their business journeys.
  • Fireside chat with Broadcaster, Entrepreneur and Former Chairman of Insomnia Coffee Company, Bobby Kerr and SFA Director, David Broderick.

Register now to secure your spot and network with fellow business owners.

 

Start Date October 08, 2026
Time 10:30AM
Duration 2 hours
Delegate Price Free
Location SFA
Contact info@sfa.ie

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