Definitely have a few too many dusty gadgets sitting around my home'

Irish finance-services leader Colin Ryan, part of EY’s EMEIA regional leadership team, reflects on spending, saving, and investing in an interview-style profile. Ryan describes shifting from being a “spender” earlier in life to following a long-term plan after starting a family and receiving financial advice. He and his wife, Sarah, prioritise travel with their two teenage boys, wanting to make the most of time while their children still want to be around them. He cites a weekend trip to Venice arranged for about €200 that delivered lasting memories. He also admits having “too many dusty gadgets” but does not regret major purchases. He generally doesn’t haggle in Ireland and invests in funds rather than individual stocks, warning about cryptocurrency speculation.