Jim Barry pauses for a slight moment, draws some breath, and mediates upon the question. For the previous hour, Barry had spoken eloquently and thoughtfully about the impact of the pandemic on his €250 million Barry Group, and on the 1,500 customers his wholesale and retail business supplies. The conversation had flowed from Brexit to leadership, and from corporate strategy to the nuances of running a family-owned business. Now, however, Barry is taking his time and composing his thoughts. I have asked him to name three decisions or events that have shaped both his own career and the fortunes of…

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