KPMG in Ireland

Capital Ideas Season 2 Episode 3: John O'Sullivan, ACT Venture Capital

How does a venture capitalist evaluate potential investments, scale up businesses and plan exit strategies?In this episode of Capital Ideas, KPMG's David O'Kelly talks to John O'Sullivan, General Partner at ACT Venture Capital, one of the leading technology investors in Europe. John shares his insights on what makes a successful venture capital deal, how he supports entrepreneurs in growing their companies and what factors influence the timing and mode of exit.

How will AI and blockchain shape the future of audit? - Episode 3, Season 2, Conversations with Auditors

Artificial intelligence (AI) will transform auditing by automating procedures and enhancing audit quality. At the same time, blockchain technology will radically change the future of audit.
 
Maria Flannery, Head of Digital Assets and Lucy Mac Auley, Director, Management Consulting at KPMG, talk to Niall Savage, Head of Audit Markets, about how AI and blockchain technology are changing the auditing landscape, how their capabilities interlink with one another and their impact on the future of audit.

Cheltenham exclusive with Rachael Blackmore

Rachael Blackmore joins Jane Mangan, former Irish Jockey and RTE broadcaster for an exclusive interview ahead of Cheltenham Racing Festival.

Auditing domestic companies - Episode 2, Season 2, Conversations with Auditors

Ireland's domestic private and family-owned businesses face many challenges, and the auditor can play a significant role in addressing these challenges, exploring opportunities and helping with their strategic direction. From AI and audit quality to private equity and succession planning, Colin O'Brien, Non-Executive Director and Alan Bromell, Head of Private Enterprise at KPMG, talk to Clare Taylor, Audit Director, about how the auditor's role is evolving and what the future looks like for Irish private businesses.

Navigating sustainability reporting - Episode 1, Season 2, Conversations with Auditors

With the first set of European Sustainability Reporting Standards (ESRS) finalised, companies in scope need to prepare now for ESRS reporting. For some companies, this will be as early as 2024, with reporting due in 2025. Eva Sheehy, Director, ESG Reporting & Assurance and Shane O’Reilly, Managing Director, Sustainable Futures at KPMG, talk to Niall Savage, Head of Audit Markets, about how companies are preparing and the operational issues they will have to navigate for enhanced sustainability reporting.

Banking and Capital Markets Episode 1: Tony Smith and Gill Byrne on SEPA and PSD3

Are you ready for the new SEPA Instant Payments mandate and the incoming PSD3 / PSR regulations? Do you understand the implications for financial institutions in Ireland? In the first episode of our “Banking and Capital Markets” podcast series, KPMGs Owen Lewis and Tony Smith discuss the issues with Gill Byrne (Head of Payments with BPFI) whilst assessing the fast evolving European payments environment.

Alice Doyle – Leaders in their field, episode 3

Obstacles, lack of recognition budgets and finding balance. Alice Doyle from the IFA sharing her thoughts on the challenges and opportunities for women in farming and agribusiness. 

Mary Coughlan - Leaders in their field, episode 1

Trailblazer, Mary Coughlan, Ireland’s first female Minister for Agriculture, shares perspectives on her career journey and the importance of leadership and visibility to overcome gender imbalances in Irish agri-business.  

Prof. Thia Hennessy – Leaders in their field, episode 2

Education, stereotypes, retaining talent and the role for women. Professor Thia Hennessy discussing career journeys and the celebration of women in farming and agribusiness.  

Alternative Investment Episode 3: Andrew Farmer, Director in KPMG Ireland’s Sustainable Futures

Alternative Investment Episode 3: Andrew Farmer, Director in KPMG Ireland's Sustainable Futures practice discusses practical ESG considerations and the impact across alternative investments with Philip Murphy, Tax Partner in Alternative Investments.