"Let's Talk Business " is a platform for local businesses to come together, connect and collaborate. Join our fireside chat to hear first-hand stories of resilience, innovation and inspire each other to reach new heights. 

During the informal networking portion of the event, you'll have the chance to mingle with fellow attendees, exchange ideas, and expand your professional network. Whether you're looking to forge new business connections, seek advice, or simply enjoy engaging conversations with like-minded individuals, our event provides the perfect platform to do so.

This fireside chat, lead by Dymphna Nugent, will explore continuous improvements in business with three Waterford businesses;

Mark Bergin - Coffeehouse Lane

Over 330 years ago in 1690, Coffee House Lane, adjacent to the then busy trading port of Waterford, boasted what is long believed to be Ireland's first ever coffee house. Mark is the founder and MD at Coffee Warehouse, an award winning BRC Certified Artisan Coffee roaster based in Waterford city. Coffee House Lane won Waterford's 

Lisa Cantwell - Plush Hair Salon

Plush Hair, founded by Lisa Cantwell in April 2010, is an award-winning salon based in The Woodlands Hotel, Waterford. Plush Hair received a Green for Business voucher from the Local Enterprise Office Waterford to explore their waste disposal options so they could become a more sustainable "planet friendly" salon. Last year, Lisa and her team took home the title of Great Lengths ‘Salon of the year’ 2023/2024.

Regina Mangan - Liberty Blue

Regina has 27 years’ experience in the property market in Waterford. As the Managing Director of Liberty Blue Estate Agents, Regina has led her team to numerous awards by continuously innovating for the benefit of their customers. Regina contributes locally and nationally on air and television on property, business, and important community initiatives. Regina is a published author and her recent best seller book on Amazon, How to Build a Smarter, Faster, Better Estate Agency Business offers real-life insights for anyone in business.

About our MC: Dymphna Nugent 

Dymphna is a broadcast journalist with WLR. Newsroom and Co-presenter of The Big Breakfast Blaa on WLR. 2023 Silver IMRO award winner for News Story/News Event of the year. Former Print and Digital journalist with Waterford News & Star.

Everybody is welcome to join the conversation, but this may be of particular interest to those looking to find out more information on increasing productivity and focusing on continuous improvement and sustainability within your business. See you there!