Unlock the Insider Secrets Kealan Lennon Reveals on Business Plus Talks That Could Transform Your Entrepreneurial Game Forever
Ever wondered what it takes to transform a simple idea into a global fintech powerhouse that’s not just surviving—but thriving—amid rapid digital change? Meet Kealan Lennon, the sharp mind behind CleverCards, a platform that’s flipping the script on employee rewards by turning traditional gift cards into sleek, digital Visa and Mastercard experiences. With a user base spanning 92 countries and a jaw-dropping growth rate that landed CleverCards among Europe’s fastest-growing startups, Lennon’s story is one of grit, smarts, and relentless hustle. From his corporate finance roots to steering a cutting-edge fintech raising €28 million and counting, he’s the kind of entrepreneur you want to hear from. And guess what? He’s stepping into the hot seat with Dave Burke on Business Plus Talks, ready to unpack everything from tax-advantaged perks to scaling a startup in today’s fiercely competitive market. Curious yet? You better be. LEARN MORE
Kealan Lennon, founder and CEO of CleverCards, will guest on the next episode of Business Plus Talks, in association with Nostra.
Every week, Business Plus Talks host Dave Burke welcomes a business leader or entrepreneur for an in-depth discussion of their career.
The ongoing third series has featured Liam Kearney, CEO of Revive Group; Tommy Kearns, CEO of Xtremepush; and John Larkin, founder of The Black Stuff.
CleverCards allows businesses to configure digital Visa and Mastercard gift cards for employee benefits, rewards, allowances, and business expenses. Under the Small Benefit Exemption, employers can gift employees €1,500 per year tax-free.
The fintech’s gift cards allow for digital and mobile payments, and the company now has 25,000 businesses and 600,000 registered users in 92 countries.
CleverCards recently featured on the Sifted list of Europe’s fastest-growing start-ups for the second successive year, placing 148th on the list with a compound annual growth rate of 168%.
The firm raised €8m in 2024, bringing its total funding to date to €28m.
Lennon started his career as a corporate finance manager at BDO Ireland before training as a chartered accountant.
He founded acquisition and corporate finance advisory firm K Partners in 2005, undertaking and exiting a number of private equity and venture capital-backed investments.
In addition to his role with CleverCards, he is also a member of Government Budget and Competitiveness Task Force organised under Dublin Chamber.
The next episode of Business Plus featuring Lennon will be published on Wednesday (28 October).
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