Ciaran Crean was reading an article last July about the corporate financier Conor Sheahan. It was four months into Covid-19 and, MicksGarage.com, the e-commerce business he co-founded with his twin brother Mick, was facing a challenge. It was doing well selling its original product lines – car parts and accessories – and tapping into a new business providing anything that goes in a garage such as BBQs, camping equipment and paddleboards. But now one of its earliest investors, Investec Ventures, had indicated it wanted to sell-out. It was not unhappy with the company, but after eight years as a shareholder,…

Join The Currency

INTRODUCTORY OFFER: Full annual membership for just €200.

Don’t miss out on what is going on with our daily unique stories from our team of skilled journalists and insightful commentators.

Members of The Currency get full access to over 4,000 exclusive interviews, investigations, and analysis, plus over 460 podcasts.

Annual membership is just €200 for the first year, a saving of €100.

Or try The Currency for the first month for a special introductory rate of €5, a saving of €20.

Cancel at any time.

To become a member today click here.