He worked as an architect for 25 years, including 18 years at IDA Ireland.
The sponsoring minister was Daniel Morrissey of Fine Gael who was influenced by a friend of his, a Czech businessman who experienced his country's economic success in the pre war period.
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Shannon Development is responsible for a number of areas of development of the region including tourism and industry similar to IDA Ireland - Bunratty Castle is run by the agency.