Malachy O'Connor
Visionary · DISC type DsMalachy OConnor is a highly experienced FMCG and Private Label business consultant with over 25 years in the Irish and UK supermarket sectors. He founded Food First Consulting to bridge the gap between suppliers and buyers. A Queens University Belfast graduate, his career includes senior roles at Aldi Ireland and Tesco Ireland, specializing in negotiation and strategy. People who have taken his courses describe his delivery as fantastic and well-informed.
With a deep-rooted passion for fresh food, Malachys interest began at age nine selling homemade toffee and working in a local horticulture business. This lifelong involvement in the food industry, from farm to retail, fuels his consultancy and mentorship, where he enjoys helping passionate food entrepreneurs succeed. He is also deeply involved with the Blas na hÉireann Irish Food Awards.
As Buying and Marketing Director at Aldi Ireland, he was instrumental in growing the companys market share from less than 2% to over 10%.
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