In line with the mission of Cork University Business School at UCC to shape the leaders required to advance a more sustainable future for all and our ambition to build greater connections with industry, our community, students and staff, we are launching The Leadership Conversation Series.
As a school, we believe that organisations and individuals need to lead in ethical and socially responsible ways. We also recognise that doing so brings many challenges. This series, consisting of 3 to 5 events per annum, will involve candid and insightful discussions and insights being offered from some of the most sought after leaders in business and our broader community. Attendees will get the opportunity to offer their own views and ask questions, and avail of the opportunity to build connections and expand and deepen networks.
Join us on 12 March at 5pm for the first speaker of our series, Aidan Corbett.
Aidan Corbett is the CEO and Co-Founder of Wayflyer, a leading global provider of working capital for fast-growing consumer brands. Founded in 2019, it has funded thousands of businesses with billions of dollars in short-term financing. The Irish-headquartered, Wayflyer has since scaled across North America, Europe, Asia-Pacific and employs over 300 people globally.
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A serial entrepreneur, Aidan also founded a data analytics company, Conjura, where he first encountered the challenges direct-to-consumer brands faced managing cashflow as they scaled. He also bootstrapped a software training platform, Kubicle. Prior to starting his entrepreneurial journey, he held positions at Management Consultancy, McKinsey, Green infrastructure investors, NTR, and the Irish Civil Service.
Aidan lives in Dublin, Ireland with his family. He holds a Master’s in Business from the London Business School and a BE in Electrical Engineering from University College Cork.