Fiona Young of Milis based in Dunmore East County Waterford
In Episode 2 of my new series Bold Moves, all about people who set up businesses in the Pandemic, I speak to Fiona Young of Milis. Fiona, a full time oncology nurse, wanted to make scented candles using materials that were safe to inhale, and that carried with them a message of sustainability.
A year on, she chats to me about the sometimes hectic but always rewarding journey she's embarked on so far. Have a listen to our chat..
HBFI is a government funded company that was established in 2018. It provides funding at market rates for commercially viable residential developments in the State.
I spoke in more detail to Senior Business Development Manager David Faughnan, who explained the services offered, as well as outlining why the company is interested in hearing from Waterford developers.
Waterford's Luke Hennessy Funeral Directors has launched an online planning service. It's been set up by the fourth generation funeral director Luke Hennessy assisted by his Sister Beryl, and offers users the ability to make essential arrangements from the comfort of home.
Beryl discussed the new service with me, as well as telling her own story about the business, and the about the qualities and skills that she feels are important for undertakers to possess..
