Michael Connolly dials in for our interview from Co Kilkenny, the headquarters of Connolly’s Red Mills, the animal feed manufacturer established by his family back in 1908. Behind him is a map of the world. The image is fitting. Connolly has never been the chief executive of the business; his official title is group strategic and business development director. And in that role, he has spent his life travelling the world scouring for new export markets and more international clients, helping build the company into a significant global player with more than 400 employees. His visit to his home county…

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