The Villa Maria Women of Vision Awards 2025 lit up the Radisson Blu Hotel & Spa, Cork on 24th May, for a wonderful night where we recognised the amazing women leading the way in their respective fields, promoting positive change, and inspiring others.
Hosted by the dynamic duo Lisa Cannon and Deric Ó hArtagáin, it was an unforgettable night of fun, laughs, and celebration with over 40 wonderful women awarded for their innovation, talent, and dedication to their craft.
From red carpet moments to fun on the dance-floor, it was an amazing night of female empowerment – made possible by all of our amazing attendees. It was such an honour to not only meet each of you, but to see the genuine support you all offered to each other.
A huge thank you to our incredible sponsors who helped make the night so special: Mercedes-Benz Cork, Big White Rabbit, and Wines of the World.
🎁 Special thanks as well to:
– Kara Lincoln for allowing us to share a limited edition series of her wonderful jewellery with each of our guests.
🍸 And of course, to Barry & Fitzwilliam and Villa Maria Wines for adding flavour and sparkle to the celebration.
We are so grateful for your support in making the Villa Maria Women of Vision Awards 2025 an unforgettable night.
📸 See below for the full Winners Gallery – all photos are repro free.
🏆 Download the official Winners Badge here to share your achievement with pride.
- THE BUSINESS LEADER OF THE YEAR AWARD 2025 – Emma Maye (Ardale and Core Building Providers)
- THE BEAUTY INNOVATOR AWARD 2025 – Karen Kearney (Soak)
- THE LEADERSHIP TRAILBLAZER AWARD 2025 – Johanna Murphy
- THE RISING ENTREPRENEUR AWARD 2025 – Sharlene Daly (Hot Yoga)
- THE ARTS AND CULTURE ADVOCATE AWARD 2025 – Gillian Blaney Shorte (Artzone)
- THE COMMUNITY CHAMPION AWARD 2025 – Tracy Connolly (O.N.E.)
- THE INSPIRATIONAL AUTHOR AWARD 2025 – Ciara Daly
- THE COACHING LEADER AWARD 2025 – Donna Reilly (Donna Reilly People & Wellness)
- THE HUMANITARIAN HERO AWARD 2025 – Caitríona Twomey (Cork Penny Dinners)
- THE AESTHETICS VISIONARY AWARD 2025 – Anne Hegarty – Anne Hegarty Aesthetics Limited
- THE BEAUTY BRAND AWARD 2025 – Claire Brett – (Grow in a Garden / Dublin Herbalists)
- THE SPORTS TRAILABLAZER AWARD 2025 – Sandra Lopez (Queen of Padel)
- THE DIVERSITY AND INCLUSION ADVOCATE 2025 – Claire Twomey (ADHD Connections)
- THE EDUCATIONAL EXCELLENCE AWARD 2025 – Professor Maria McNamara (University College Cork)
- THE EMERGING BUSINESS WOMAN 2025 – Louise Moran (Flourish Emporium)
- THE FASHION ENTREPRENEUR AWARD 2025 – Gail Doyle (Gail’s Rails)
- THE ENTREPRENEURIAL SPIRIT AWARD 2025 – Denise Phillips (Voduz & Pelo)
- THE ENVIRONMENTAL STEWARD 2025 – Elizabeth Mc Cooey (AquaTerra Boat Tours)
- THE EXCELLENCE IN CUSTOMER SERVICE 2025 – Amy Grobler and the team at 3 Dental Galway
- THE EXCELLENCE IN FASHION 2025 – Grace O’Sullivan and Ellen Weber (Glitz N Pieces)
- THE FEMALE TEAM OF THE YEAR 2025 – LARGE COMPANY – PepsiCo Ireland
- THE FEMALE TEAM OF THE YEAR 2025 – SMALL COMPANY – Katherina White Solicitors
- THE HEALTH AND WELLNESS VISIONARY 2025 – Valerie Murphy (Soul Yoga Cork)
- THE FINANCIAL VISIONARY AWARD 2025 – Denise O’ Brien (IRS Ireland)
- THE HOLISTIC CLINIC AWARD 2025 – Sylvia Kurilina (Foot Care Clinic Kilkenny)
- THE HAIR HEROINE AWARD 2025 – Ciara McManus
- THE HOSPITALITY TRAILBLAZER AWARD 2025 – Eimear Smiddy – Rosie Maddison, O’Sho & Aye
- THE RETAIL EXCELLENCE AWARD 2025 – Edwina Donnellan (Donnellan’s Centra)
- THE INNOVATOR OF THE YEAR AWARD 2025 – Dr. Sinéad Mellett (Natural Vet Co.)
- THE EMPLOYEE SUPERSTAR AWARD 2025 – Ashleigh Buxton (Skin Formulas)
- THE BEAUTY EXPERT AWARD 2025 – Katarzyna Reszka-Kanas (Code of Beauty)
- THE MEDIA AND COMMUNICATIONS SPECIALIST AWARD 2025 – Clodagh Thompson (PepsiCo)
- THE PR POWERHOUSE AWARD 2025 – Roisin Tierney-Crowe (RTC – Real Time Communications)
- THE ONES TO WATCH AWARD 2025 – Sadhbh Wood and Aisling Wood (Bean Around)
- THE OUTSTANDING BEAUTY ENTREPRENEUR AWARD 2025 – Hannah Kelly (Radiant by Hannah Kelly)
- THE OUTSTANDING HAIR ENTREPRENEUR AWARD 2025 – Denise Ryan (Ní Ríain’s Hair Salon)
- THE EXCELLENCE IN BEAUTY 2025 – Katie Everitt (Katie Everitt Beauty)
- THE SMALL BUSINESS SUPERSTAR 2025 – Laurane Foley (With Love from Laurane)
- THE MENTAL HEALTH ADVOCATE AWARD 2025 – Danika Hoare (Mindwave Psychotherapy)
- THE LEGAL LUMINARY 2025 – Fiona Baxter (Baxter Mimnagh Solicitors)
- THE ENTREPRENEURIAL SPIRIT IN RETAIL AWARD 2025 – Sandra Power (The Lady’s Slip)
- THE WOMAN-LED BUSINESS 2025 – Marian Kennedy (Anewmum)
- THE WOMEN’S EMPOWERMENT ADVOCATE AWARD 2025 – Jennifer Drum