We explore the evolution of Ireland’s life sciences and healthcare sector — from manufacturing roots to global innovation hub. Hear from Sean O’Keefe, our former Head of Life Sciences Audit, as he discusses how regulatory developments, investment trends, and shifts in supply chains are reshaping the industry.

Jean Rea from KPMG takes the lead alongside Dr Barry O’Dwyer, Director in KPMG Sustainable Futures, for an insightful and timely conversation focused on natural catastrophes and the modelling behind them. Together, they explore how the Central Bank of Ireland are shaping climate risk strategies and what that means for insurers on the ground. Barry joins to give a compelling look at how climate change is already impacting the insurance sector in Ireland—bringing real context to an increasingly urgent challenge. If you’re working in insurance, sustainability, finance—or just interested in how climate risk is changing the game—this video packs essential insight into where things are headed.

Jean Rea, KPMG was joined by Lorraine McCann, Sustainability Reporting Lead at KPMG Ireland, to unpack the evolving landscape of the Corporate Sustainability Reporting Directive (CSRD). The discussion outlines the current status of the CSRD, the Omnibus proposal, and how this will impact on organisations. Insights on the key learnings from the first round of CSRD reporters, as well as the “no regret” actions that can be taken now, should be of particular interest to our listeners.

In this episode of Inside Insurance, Jean Rea sits down with Rory Timlin, an industry leader with 20 years of experience in AI and data innovation. They dive into the impact of AI on insurance, digital transformation, and how the landscape is evolving. With a career leading AI-driven solutions for financial services, life sciences, and the public sector, Rory shares invaluable insights on AI adoption and what’s next for the industry.

Listen to Patrick Brooks, Julius Groten & Marco Muth discuss the current state of the private credit landscape in Germany.

Listen to Scott Woods, Michael Bolan and Simon Hart discuss the current state of the private credit landscape in the United Kingdom.

Listen to Patrick Brooks & Pauline Roemer Beernaerts discuss the current state of the private credit landscape in Luxembourg.

In this episode, Philip Murphy delves into the challenges and opportunities in the private credit environment including why Irish ICAVs have emerged as a vehicle of choice for strategies such as US direct lending and royalty strucures.

In the latest episode of our series, Jean Rea sits down with Laura Gray, KPMG’s Global Head of Actuarial, to unpack the pressing issues shaping the insurance sector in the coming months.  Laura dives into the global impact of capital regulations and explores how the evolving landscape of these regulations is driving the US insurance market. Don’t miss the full conversation for more insights into the trends and challenges reshaping the industry! 

In this episode of Capital Ideas David O'Kelly interviews Maurice Cox, founder of Centric Health. Maurice discusses the growth of Centric Health, its expansion into the Dutch and German markets, and the challenges faced with private equity funding. He emphasizes the importance of maintaining clinical excellence and patient safety while navigating financial and operational hurdles. Maurice also highlights the strategic partnerships and the future potential of Centric Health in Europe.

In this edition of Inside Insurance, we’re going to have a special focus on the role of CFO. Brian Morrissey, KPMG chats to Mark Burke Chief Financial Officer and Executive Director (Aviva), and Brian Holland, Head of Group Finance (Hannover)

Doireann Barry, EirGrid Project Director, SONI Demerger Project speaks with KPMG's Colm O’Neill about EirGrid's strategy to transform Ireland's power system for future generations, aiming for a renewable energy future. We explore the challenges of shifting to different energy sources, the benefits of reconnecting to the European market, and the key players driving this change. Join us to understand the complexities and opportunities in Ireland's energy transformation.

In this episode of Inside Insurance KPMG’s Jean Rea interviews Derek Hegarty and John O’Donnell to explore SEAR and the regulations impacts on the insurance sector at the moment

In this edition of Inside Insurance, we’re going to have a special focus on captives. Jean Rea, KPMG chats to Brian Quinn founding director and owner of Granite Management Limited. Granite focuses on international employee benefits and other specialist risks.

In this episode of Inside Insurance, KPMG’s Jean Rea chats with Ciara Wrafter. In this session we focus on tax matters. The discussion delves into various effects of tax legislation rules on the insurance sector in Ireland.

In this episode of Inside Insurance, KPMG’s Jean Rea chats with Tom Donlon Managing Director, Actuary Augmented Limited. In this session they focus on non-life technical topics within the industry.

KPMG's Head of Aviation Finance, Joe O'Mara, in conversation with Rob Morris, Global Head of Consultancy at Ascend by Cirium

Joe O'Mara, Head of Aviation Finance KPMG interviews Andy Cronin, Chief Executive, Avolon | Aviation Industry Leaders Report 2025

KPMG's Head of Aviation Finance, Joe O'Mara, in conversation with Aengus Kelly, CEO, AerCap | Aviation Industry Leaders Report 2025

Joe O'Mara, Head of Aviation, KPMG Ireland interviewing James Meyler | Aviation Industry leaders Report 2025