Tricia Balfe
I co-founded a software company in 2007 with a ‘pure technology’ idea. I had no background in product management or sales. Now we sell our product in three continents.
Place
Ireland & Finland
Year started as entrepreneur
2007
Number of employees
20
Highest level of education
Masters
My Targets Are
I want the business to grow and I want the business to be good for its employees, customers and investors/owners.
My Challenges Are
Figuring out how to navigate a world that is dominated by very large companies.
What Charactarises Me
1. Independent
2. Tenacious
Brands That Inspire Me
Wikipedia
Role Models That Inspire Me
Angela Merkel and people I know personally who have run businesses through good and bad times.
Networks You're Involved In
Bank payments related networks internationally
Advice To Girls and Women Who Want To Realise Their Dreams
1. If you want to do something, go for it.
2. Listen to others but do what you think is right yourself and be patient.
3. Many, many successful people worry that they are not good enough. You won’t know whether you are good enough until you try.
When I'm not Working
Family and food. I enjoy outdoor stuff: walking, cycling, swimming, gardening. Reading of all sorts, and music.
My Motto Is:
Keep on going!
