Brennan acquires Cork's Republic of Work from investors and co-founder

CEO Frank Brennan acquires shares of investors David Ronayne and Dan and Linda Kiely

Republic of Work CEO Frank Brennan pictured with investor and advisor Dan Kiely. Picture: Michael O'Sullivan

The Chief Executive of Cork innovation hub and co-working space, the Republic of Work, has acquired the business from its shareholders, Dan and Linda Kiely and co-founder Dave Ronayne.

Frank Brennan has been involved in the South Mall-based enterprise since its inception nine years ago. Dave Ronayne, who invested in the company in 2016, and Dan and Linda Kiely, who came on board in February 2020, have now sold their shares to Mr Brennan as part of the acquisition. Financial details of the acquisition have not been disclosed, but it is understood to represent a 'win-win' for both sides.

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