Alex Chernenko’s experience in building and growing businesses: strategic decisions, key milestones and measurable results.
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With over 1,500 companies registered and a 95% client retention rate, Chern & Co combines Irish expertise with long-term client relationships. Its team supports founders and international businesses through company formation, governance and ongoing compliance.
1,500+ companies registered · 95% client retention
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Founded by Alex in 2009, Translit grew from a home office into a language services business with 50 staff, two offices and three proprietary software solutions by 2025. Serving major Irish public-sector organisations, the company was acquired by Valorem Group in 2024 — a significant milestone in Alex’s entrepreneurial journey.
Acquired by Valorem Group in 2024 · 50 staff by 2025 · 3 software solutions
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Kauza creates children’s furniture and Montessori climbing products that encourage movement, exploration and independent play. Supported by Local Enterprise Office Cork City, the business exhibited at Showcase 2019, presenting its brand to an international trade audience.
Montessori-inspired products · Showcase 2019 exhibitor
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With over 200 projects delivered, Pinnacle Group brings practical construction experience to homes and commercial properties across Ireland’s Mid-West. The Limerick-based contractor handles new builds, renovations and energy upgrades, coordinating multiple trades and providing a 12-month workmanship guarantee.
200+ projects delivered · SEAI-registered contractor · 12-month guarantee
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Founded by entrepreneur Alex Chernenko, Artha Capital backs early-stage companies with capital and first-hand experience of building, scaling and exiting a business. Its portfolio spans corporate services, children’s products and digital technology, with practical support for founders alongside investment.
Founder-led investment · Operational experience · Cross-sector portfolio
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Farnora Decor combines Romanian manufacturing with a focus on children’s development. Its wooden furniture and Montessori play equipment serve families and retail partners, while wholesale supply and own-brand production give businesses flexibility to build their own product ranges.
Made in Romania · Wholesale supply · Own-brand manufacturing
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Launched in 2025 as Ireland’s first official Lift Foils partner, efoil.ie brings specialist electric hydrofoil equipment to the Irish market. The business combines access to Lift’s latest boards with personal guidance, helping customers choose their setup and get started on the water.
Official Lift Foils partner · Specialist advice · Customer support
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Developed by Ireland-based Farnora Limited, YourSecret uses AI to connect people through shared thoughts, moods and interests. Its Brain matching system and private, time-limited chats offer a way to meet others without public profiles, personal photos or follower counts.
AI-powered matching · Private conversations · 24-hour chat expiry
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Vedi brings Irish company records, director details and filing history into one connected platform. With access to licensed CRO data, it helps professionals research businesses, monitor changes and carry out due diligence with less manual searching.
Licensed CRO data · Company monitoring · Due diligence