My Story So Far

‘Networking isn’t about who can help you; it’s about how you can help’ – Fiona Smiddy, Green Outlook

The award-winning chartered accountant set up her sustainable shopping platform after a world trip opened her eyes to the impact our lifestyles have on the environment

Fiona Smiddy, founder of Green Outlook: ‘Being open and finding common ground early on can help build a long-term relationship that can really stand to you personally and professionally’. Picture: Maura Hickey

Fiona Smiddy is the founder and chief executive of Green Outlook, an environmentally friendly shop. She trained as an accountant with KPMG.

I qualified as a chartered accountant, having trained with KPMG in its consulting department for what were four extremely formative years.

I received training in business and technical areas, worked with clients from various industries and countries, and developed my professional and leadership skills. After I qualified, I joined Gaelectric, a renewable energy ...