Fiacra Nagle was appointed CEO of O’Briens Sandwich Bars in January 2006. He took over the post from O’Briens founder Brody Sweeney.

Fiacra has been the driving force behind the Irish business since he joined the company as a Director in 2000, opening 100 stores in 5 years. Prior to joining O’Briens, Fiacra worked in International Banking for almost 15 years. Fiacra is a native of County Wicklow. He has 3 children and is married to Catherine

Getting to know Fiacra Nagle, CEO of O’Briens Sandwich Bars

1. You are in a lift and have 15 seconds to explain to someone what O’Briens is and why they should buy lunch there today. What do you say?

Healthy High Quality Food, Great Choice, Great Value and Great Service

2. How many times a week do you buy an O’Briens sandwich for lunch?

2-3 times

3. The TV programme I just can’t miss is ……

Channel 4 Racing / The News

4. What percentage of business success is down to luck?

10%

5. What’s the best piece of advice you ever received?

Preparation and planning is key to success

6. What Irish business person do you most admire and why?

Sean Fitzpatrick- amongst many others.

7. Once upon a time, I wanted to be….

A Vet