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EPISODE · Mar 23, 2026 · 43 MIN

E183: Living with Parkinson’s: Des Keenan on Business, Mindset, and Community

from Digg Podcast · host CAROLINE O'NEILL

Des Keenan is the founder of Kildress Plumbing Supplies (Which he has since retired from) and a lifelong community leader who has spent decades building not just a successful business, but a legacy of service, generosity, and connection.Des shares the story behind one of Ireland’s best known showrooms, revealing the simple but powerful principles that drove his success, from putting customers first to building relationships that last generations. But his impact goes far beyond business.Now in his 80s and living with Parkinson’s, Des reflects on a life shaped by hard work, humility, and an unwavering commitment to helping others. From raising hundreds of thousands for charity to bringing communities together during difficult times, his story is rooted in resilience, purpose, and leadership.This episode is packed with timeless lessons on business, community, mindset, and what it really means to live a meaningful life.If you’re interested in entrepreneurship, leadership, customer service, or inspiring real life stories, this conversation with Des Keenan is one you won’t want to miss.Links from EpisodeHealing Your Life with Aisling (Des' Daughter):https://www.instagram.com/healingyourlifewithaisling/ Join the Digg Community for early access to online programmes, offers, business events, fun events. All the things that are going on in Digg community - you will hear first:www.diggcommunity.com/subscribe

Des Keenan is the founder of Kildress Plumbing Supplies (Which he has since retired from) and a lifelong community leader who has spent decades building not just a successful business, but a legacy of service, generosity, and connection.Des shares the story behind one of Ireland’s best known showrooms, revealing the simple but powerful principles that drove his success, from putting customers first to building relationships that last generations. But his impact goes far beyond business.Now in his 80s and living with Parkinson’s, Des reflects on a life shaped by hard work, humility, and an unwavering commitment to helping others. From raising hundreds of thousands for charity to bringing communities together during difficult times, his story is rooted in resilience, purpose, and leadership.This episode is packed with timeless lessons on business, community, mindset, and what it really means to live a meaningful life.If you’re interested in entrepreneurship, leadership, customer service, or inspiring real life stories, this conversation with Des Keenan is one you won’t want to miss.Links from EpisodeHealing Your Life with Aisling (Des' Daughter):https://www.instagram.com/healingyourlifewithaisling/ Join the Digg Community for early access to online programmes, offers, business events, fun events. All the things that are going on in Digg community - you will hear first:www.diggcommunity.com/subscribe

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