The best right-hand man in Irish business

In his twilight years, leading Irish businessman Michael Smurfit has found a new vocation as a commentator and author.

The best right-hand man in Irish business
Mon, 27 May, 2019 - 01:00
Kyran Fitzgerald

In his twilight years, leading Irish businessman Michael Smurfit has found a new vocation as a commentator and author.

Mr Smurfit earned his place in the spotlight. He survived TB as a young man before transforming the family paper and packaging business into an international organisation.

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