Tony Carson: Entrepreneur & Investor

 
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Tony Carson is an entrepreneur and investor from Belfast, Northern Ireland. 

He's one of those guys who not only has a fascinating career, but also a remarkable personal story. 

Growing up in the New Lodge area of North Belfast, Tony watched his father — the late, great comedian Frank Carson — rise to fame and success. 

This meant that from a young age, Tony had the opportunity to get a behind-the-scenes glance of how the hospitality business works — and the chance to roll his sleeves up and work! 

Later in life, he has gone on to start, manage and own a whole range of his own businesses before turning to the world of investment. 

In today's episode we talk about:

  • Tony's early memories

  • The art of negotiation

  • How to balance creativity with business

  • And the greatest challenges/successes he's experienced along the way

This conversation was done in collaboration with Ormeau Baths as part of their Founder Fireside Mini-Series and is a fascinating listen. 

Check it out!

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— Matt

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