Paul Keenan

Co-Founder & Executive Chairman

Bio

Paul has over 40 years’ experience in Dublin and London, providing bespoke advice to private businesses and entrepreneurs on planning and executing optimal solutions for their needs.  His specialist sectors include Infrastructure & Engineering Services, Retail & Distribution and Technology & Tech Enabled Services.  Paul is a Chartered Accountant and former Managing Partner of BDO Ireland.

Personal Connection

Paul is a Leinster Rugby season ticket holder and an active member and former President of UCD Rugby Club. He has a long-standing record of promoting young talent to maximise sporting and professional career capabilities.

Notable Deals

  • Paul has advised the entrepreneurs behind WorkHuman, Cairn Homes, Openet, and Home Store + More.
  • He has led MBOs for Mercury Engineering, Elvery Sports, Fonua and Ardmac.
  • Sale transactions include Heat Merchants, Digitary and Nualtra. 
  • He has advised family offices including Sisk, McMahons Builder Providers and Gowan Group. 
  • Paul co-founded Activate Capital and FlyeFit Gyms.

Areas of Expertise

  • Business Strategy 
  • Sell-side M&A
  • Buy-side M&A
  • Equity Financing
  • Debt restructuring

Paul Keenan

Co-Founder & Executive Chairman

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