Irish drone developer Bobby Healy, founder of Manna, shared a revealing anecdote about how quickly business gets done in the US compared to Europe. He described a recent experience where a deal that would have taken months in Europe was completed in days in Oklahoma. Healy emphasized that the US is open for business while Europe is not, citing regulatory speed and responsiveness as key factors.

His comments come as Manna expands its drone delivery operations in the United States, particularly in Oklahoma, where he has relocated. Healy contrasted the bureaucratic delays in Europe with the agility he’s found in the American business environment, noting that decisions are made faster and execution is more immediate. The move reflects a broader trend of European tech founders seeking more favorable conditions in the US for scaling innovative ventures.