Chevron College is Ireland's largest privately owned provider of further and higher education programmes.The College employs over 150 staff and delivers accredited programmes to over 15,000 students per annum.A provider of online learning since 2007, Chevron was one of Ireland’s first colleges to adopt this flexible delivery methodology. Although online learning has grown exponentially over recent years, e-learning has become mainstream as a result of Covid19. Chevron continues… Show more Chevron College is Ireland's largest privately owned provider of further and higher education programmes.The College employs over 150 staff and delivers accredited programmes to over 15,000 students per annum.A provider of online learning since 2007, Chevron was one of Ireland’s first colleges to adopt this flexible delivery methodology. Although online learning has grown exponentially over recent years, e-learning has become mainstream as a result of Covid19. Chevron continues to remain at the forefront of this market by employing the latest technological advancements in Artificial Intelligence, Instructional Design, Gamification and Mobile Learning. Show less

For over two decades, Oiliuna Training has been a specialist Contracted Training Provider for Education and Training Boards (ETBs) across Ireland. As an ISO9001 accredited organisation, we deliver certified further education programmes in IT, Business, Hospitality, Hair and Beauty, Health and Social Care. These programmes are delivered to over 7,500 students per year in our state of the art training centre in Blanchardstown and through online learning.

Established in 2000, English Language Ireland (ELI) is a world class English Language School. ELI delivers ACELS accredited English Language programmes to students from across the globe. English Language Ireland was acquired by Chevron College in December 2020.ELI is as friendly and welcoming as is our town of Wexford. We pride ourselves on small classes, individual attention, and ensuring all students’ time spent with us as memorable and enjoyable as possible.We guarantee extra… Show more Established in 2000, English Language Ireland (ELI) is a world class English Language School. ELI delivers ACELS accredited English Language programmes to students from across the globe. English Language Ireland was acquired by Chevron College in December 2020.ELI is as friendly and welcoming as is our town of Wexford. We pride ourselves on small classes, individual attention, and ensuring all students’ time spent with us as memorable and enjoyable as possible.We guarantee extra care and attention for all our junior students, including placing them with carefully chosen host families but arranging many trips and other activities for outside the classroom.Our teachers are all university educated and hold additional qualifications in teaching English as a foreign language ensuring superb quality tuition. We create a learning environment where students are encouraged to think for themselves, express themselves creatively, and where they develop in terms of both self-esteem and self-confidence. We regularly welcome students from Spain, Italy, France, Germany, and other European countries, as well as from much further afield, such as Saudi Arabia, Oman, Brazil, and China. We also cater for students who already live in Ireland, and who want to improve their English. All enjoy a wonderful learning experience with us, and all leave here as our friends as well as our students. Show less

Whether you are creating a culture of innovation or interested in building better relationships between departments, the solution is in the brick. The goal of LEGO Serious Play is to foster creative thinking through team building metaphors of their organisational identities and experiences using LEGO bricks. Participants work through imaginary scenarios using visual 3D LEGO constructions.The approach is based on hands-on, "minds-on" learning which produces a deeper, more… Show more Whether you are creating a culture of innovation or interested in building better relationships between departments, the solution is in the brick. The goal of LEGO Serious Play is to foster creative thinking through team building metaphors of their organisational identities and experiences using LEGO bricks. Participants work through imaginary scenarios using visual 3D LEGO constructions.The approach is based on hands-on, "minds-on" learning which produces a deeper, more meaningful understanding of the world and its possibilities. Participants come away with skills to communicate more effectively, to engage their imaginations more readily, and to approach their work with increased confidence, commitment and insight.Karl is one of Ireland's few Certified LEGO Serious Play facilitators and delivers workshops for organisations across all sectors nationwide. Show less

The Irish Franchise Association is the national self-regulatory body for the Irish franchise sector, with a standards based approach to its membership. Karl is a current director of the association. With the board, Karl has a keen interest in developing the profile of the franchise sector in Ireland through delivering franchising seminars and roadshows throughout the country.

Karl has the Master Franchise rights for Bricks 4 Kidz in Ireland, which has won the Education Franchise of the Year for the past 6 years at the Irish Franchise Awards.Bricks 4 Kidz is an internationally renowned children’s enrichment franchise which currently operates in over forty countries. The company provides a fresh and fun way for kids to learn the fundamentals of Science, Technology, Engineering and Maths (STEM) by using LEGO® bricks in an imaginative and stimulating way. Their… Show more Karl has the Master Franchise rights for Bricks 4 Kidz in Ireland, which has won the Education Franchise of the Year for the past 6 years at the Irish Franchise Awards.Bricks 4 Kidz is an internationally renowned children’s enrichment franchise which currently operates in over forty countries. The company provides a fresh and fun way for kids to learn the fundamentals of Science, Technology, Engineering and Maths (STEM) by using LEGO® bricks in an imaginative and stimulating way. Their programmes are built around their proprietary model plans, with exciting themes that are relevant to children’s interests, all of which have been created by engineers and architects. Bricks 4 Kidz believe that children learn best through activities that engage their curiosity and creativity.The Bricks 4 Kidz business model consists of various profit centres which emerge from in-school, mobile and creativity centre activities, services include holiday camps, classes, workshops and parties to boys and girls aged 3-16 years.Speaking about his decision to invest in this brand Karl said “I closely monitor international trends in the education sector and two areas that have emerged recently are the increased focus on teaching STEM, along with the need for creative and play based education. Bricks 4 Kidz stood out as a business that combined both of these elements and has already achieved phenomenal success across the globe”.The Irish HQ for Bricks 4 Kidz is located in Wexford. Since 2016, Karl has awarded franchises for North County Dublin, South County Dublin, South City Dublin, West Cork, East Cork, Cork City, Galway, Waterford, Kilkenny, Carlow, Louth, Meath, Westmeath, Roscommon and Donegal, with many more in the pipeline. Show less

Karl Fitzpatrick presents South East Radio’s Business Matters.Business Matters is an informative weekly business programme on South East Radio, which tells the stories of real people who start-up, manage and grow businesses across the country.Karl introduces South East Radio’s listeners to the most prominent local, regional and national business leaders. The show also highlights the latest initiatives, investments and resources which can assist business development and job… Show more Karl Fitzpatrick presents South East Radio’s Business Matters.Business Matters is an informative weekly business programme on South East Radio, which tells the stories of real people who start-up, manage and grow businesses across the country.Karl introduces South East Radio’s listeners to the most prominent local, regional and national business leaders. The show also highlights the latest initiatives, investments and resources which can assist business development and job creation across the region. Guests range from local entrepreneurs to iconic figures within the Irish business community.Karl asks the questions listeners want answered, he charts the journey that experienced entrepreneurs have travelled to reach their goals. Business Matters has received great support from the business community and has been acknowledged for increasing the awareness regarding the range of supports available to local business owners through the network of Local Enterprise Offices, Enterprise Centres, Chambers of Commerce, Local Development Companies, Enterprise Ireland and Institutes of Technology.Guests have included iconic figures in business such as Sir Richard Branson, Sir Michael Smurfit, Feargal Quinn, Ivan Yates, Liam Griffin, political leaders such as Taoisigh Leo Varadkar and Enda Kenny, various Government Ministers and household names such as Gavin Duffy, Kathryn Thomas, Chanelle McCoy, Kevin Dundon, Neven Maguire, Norah Casey, Stephen Hunt, Brendan Grace, Stuart Diamond and Michael Gelb.The conversational style of this business programme has been instrumental in ensuring that Business Matters is enjoyed by a wide range of listeners. So, tune in to Business Matters on South East Radio, every Saturday morning from 10.30am – 11.30am, for your weekly source of inspiration! Show less