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My Money: ‘It was a big ask of my family to row in behind me for a no-spend year

Investment coach Kel Galavan Kel GalavanIn conversation with Gabrielle MonaghanToday at 06:30Kel Galavan left her 16-year corporate career to spend a year with her children, leading to a no-spend year, her first social media account, and an unexpected…

My Money: ‘It was a big ask of my family to row in behind me for a no-spend year

Investment coach Kel Galavan

Kel Galavan

In conversation with Gabrielle Monaghan

Kel Galavan left her 16-year corporate career to spend a year with her children, leading to a no-spend year, her first social media account, and an unexpected new direction.

She’s now an investing and money coach, author, and a qualified financial adviser (QFA). She is also a frequent speaker and media contributor on financial topics in Ireland.

date:2026-02-08 05:30:00

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