Winners Gallery – Villa Maria Women of Vision Awards 2024

CELEBRATIONS FOR AMAZING WOMEN OF VISION WHO WERE HONOURED WITH AN TAOISEACH SIMON HARRIS TD ATTENDING AS SPECIAL GUEST   The Villa Maria Women of Vision Awards 2024 were held on Saturday, May 11th in the Radisson Blu Hotel & Spa Little Island, with a capacity audience attending the annual event. Celebrating exceptional women from…

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Sile Walsh on Navigating Complexity with Inclusive Leadership

Nominated for the Humanitarian Heroine, Diversity and Inclusion Advocate, and Entrepreneurial Spirit Award categories at the Women of Vision Awards 2024, Sile Walsh is a prominent figure in leadership and organisational development, specialising in the intersection of inclusion, psychological safety, and performance.  With over a decade’s experience working with clients in Ireland and internationally, Sile’s…

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Empower Her – A Celebration of Extraordinary Women of Ireland: a limited edition book and exhibition by Linda Hanlon

Linda Hanlon, a retired psychotherapist turned photographer, is set to unveil her debut project “Empower Her” – a collection of photography portraits in a ground-breaking limited edition book and exhibition that captures the essence of female empowerment in modern Ireland. The launch event, in collaboration with the Five Lamps Arts Festival, will take place at the Central…

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The journey of Suzie O’Neill, founder of Ayu Cosmetics

From her humble beginnings to the brink of international acclaim, Suzie O’Neill is a visionary behind Ayu Cosmetics. Celebrating ten years of innovation and success, Suzie shares the remarkable story of her journey from makeup artist to CEO of a thriving company that empowers women. In 2014, leveraging her extensive background in makeup artistry and…

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Stylish As You Like: A Dress Code Manifesto

By Siobhan Green and Tori Mons   In an era where individuality reigns supreme, where fashion is a canvas for self-expression, the traditional confines of dress codes have evolved. Enter “Stylish As You Like” – a manifesto that celebrates personal style, creativity, and sartorial freedom.   Gone are the days of rigid rules dictating what…

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Nancy Costello: A Trailblazer in the Haircare Industry

  Nancy Costello, the winner of the Hair Entrepreneur category at the Passoã Hair and Beauty Awards 2024, is a leading figure in the Irish hair industry. As the owner of Belle Hair Salon in Galway and the innovator behind The Belle Brush and InvisiBelle Clip in Extensions, Nancy has carved a niche for herself…

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APPLICATIONS NOW OPEN FOR ASPIRING ENTREPRENEURS TO ATTEND ONE-DAY BOOTCAMP

Start-ups and early-stage entrepreneurs are invited to apply for an immersive one-day event designed to ignite the entrepreneurial spirit in all those with innovative ideas. The NDRC ‘Startup Sprint’ takes place in Republic of Work in Cork City on May 18th. NDRC is the national accelerator program for globally ambitious tech entrepreneurs in Ireland and…

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Geraldine Jones and her commitment to simplifying beauty, one formula at a time

Geraldine Jones, the founder of Skin Formulas, has a story as inspiring as her skincare line. Over the past two decades, Geraldine has developed a deep understanding of skincare, both locally and globally, showing her passion for making people feel and look their very best. “I’ve always dreamt of being in the beauty industry. Since…

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The journey of unstoppable Irish entrepreneur Linda Stinson towards global expansion

Linda Stinson is reshaping the beauty landscape with her groundbreaking beauty brands Bellamianta and Iconic Bronze. Transforming personal challenges into entrepreneurial triumphs, Linda’s journey is a testament to her resilience and vision for a beauty industry that embraces innovation, quality, and inclusivity. A Dream Ignited Born in Co Tyrone as the second oldest of seven…

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Leading Dermal Filler Brand Welcomes New Regional Expert in Ireland

One of Ireland’s leading female Aesthetic Doctors, long-term Teoxane advocate, and owner of the award-winning Dr Bonny Clinic and Dr Bonny Academy based in South Belfast, Dr Bonny joins Teoxane’s illustrious line-up of world-leading healthcare professionals. As well as supporting Teoxane with their global education initiatives, she will also support Teoxane’s Product Specialist Grainne Hutton…

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