From Local Producer
to Thriving Brand -
Real Growth for Irish Businesses.

Helping Food & Agri producers launch, grow, and succeed with a partner who delivers tangible results.

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From Local Producer
to Thriving Brand

Real Growth for Irish Businesses

Helping Food & Agri producers launch, grow, and succeed with a partner who delivers tangible
results.

Request a consultation >
Our Services

step by
step

01

Founding Your Business

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Expanding Your Business

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Optimizing Your Business

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What We Are

Modern Consultancy is a business consultancy founded by Michael O’Donnell, specialising in helping small food producers and agri-food entrepreneurs enter new  markets, win retail listings, and scale sustainably.

Backed by over 25 years of hands-on industry experience – from brand launch to national distribution – we work alongside clients to solve real commercial challenges with clear strategy and practical execution that helps scale  operations.

From market entry and business development to strategic mentoring, Modern Consultancy exists to turn ambition into action and ideas into profitability.

Meet Michael

Our Services

START SMART

Lay the right foundations. Get your new business off to a strong start with market entry strategy, brand foundations, and clear direction.
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GROW STRONG

Take your successful business to the next level - expand into retail, boost sales, and develop new products with expert guidance.
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FIX & FOCUS

Refocus your established business by streamlining operations, improving processes (Lean), and sharpening your positioning.
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Why Work With Me?

25+ Years of Food Industry Success

I'm not a generalist - I come from the trenches of FMCG and agri-food. Having led a Donegal seafood brand from a small operation to international markets, I bring insider experience that gets results.

Results-Driven & Hands-On

My focus is on tangible outcomes - increased sales, successful product launches, new contracts won. I work side-by-side with you to implement plans, not just hand them over.

Personalized, Empathetic Approach

No two businesses are the same. I take time to listen and truly understand your story, values, and pain points. Clients often say I'm like an unofficial team member.

Practical Tools & Templates

I provide more than advice - I equip you with ready-to-use financial models, buyer presentation templates, and checklists that speed up execution.

Success Snapshot

"Michael helped us see the forest when we were lost in the trees. Within a year, our volume had doubled and we finally had time to focus on creating new products rather than scrambling to fill orders."
Local Brewery Client
Local Brewery Client
  • Helped multiple Donegal producers secure first-time supermarket listings
  • Supported clients in pitching to Dunnes Stores, Aldi, and national retailers
  • Delivered LEO and BIM mentoring programmes with continued re-engagement

Did you know? Government-funded programmes can cover up to 90% of consultancy costs for eligible businesses. We deliver Lean for Micro, Digital for Business, and Green for Micro programmes through Local Enterprise Offices across the Northwest.

Find Out If You Qualify

Ready to turn your food business into the next big success story?

Let’s get started with a no-obligation chat about where you are and where you want to be.

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