Inspiration for women in business
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More than 60 women from various enterprises in Cavan gathered to share their experience.Image 2 of 8
Carmel Smith, Hybrid Energy; Suzetta McEvoy, Kasia O’Reilly, Sana Naturals and Sorcha Coyle, Beyond Class, Cavan Women in Business Network (CWBN) event last week (see article opposite).Image 3 of 8
Kim Gaffney, Brenda Cassidy and Alice Gormley.Image 4 of 8
Breda McHugh and Aisling McGrath, Compliplus and Kate Ryan from K8 Trains K9. SHEILA MARIE ROONEYImage 5 of 8
Rosie Galligan, McDwyers Chartered Accountants Ltd; Tara McGovern, Business Advisor, Local Enterprise Office Cavan and Anne Rudden, Áine’s Chocolates.Image 6 of 8
Rachael Sheridan and Sandra Coote, Crafts of Ireland with Tara McGovern, Business Advisor, Local Enterprise Office Cavan.Image 7 of 8
Louise McManus and Anke Morgenroth, Bear Essentials.Image 8 of 8
The Cavan business women share inspiring success stories.More than 60 members of the Cavan Women in Business Network (CWBN) came together last Wednesday, June 11, in the Cavan Crystal Hotel for a dynamic evening of networking, learning and inspiration.
An initiative of Local Enterprise Office Cavan, the event featured a CWBN Member Spotlight and a mini-workshop titled ‘The Power of Connection: Communicating with Confidence and Clarity’.
Tara McGovern, Business Advisor at Local Enterprise Office (LEO) Cavan, encouraged anyone starting or growing a business to reach out and engage with the Cavan LEO team.
The keynote speaker, Margaret McKeon-Boyle of Extensive PR & Training, delivered an engaging and empowering presentation on the importance of effective communication in business. Her session was packed with practical tips and real-world strategies designed to boost clarity and confidence.
Showcasing local talent in the CWBN Member Spotlight was one of the highlights of the evening where 11 members took to the stage to share their business journeys and offerings.
Sridevi Balan, Virtual Assistance Services, introduced her administrative support services for SMEs. Brenda Cassidy, Occupational Therapist and founder of The Braincalm Institute, shared informative insights on behaviour regulation without medication.
Kim Gaffney, of Kim Gaffney Art, presented her artwork and spoke about her debut book ‘Orwin and Sebana’. Kim thanked LEO Cavan, Cavan Arts Office and Cavan County Council for all the help and support.
Martina McGrenaghan, Away Together, discussed the growing trend of solo travelers joining group tours and invited the audience to spread the word about her Away Together tours that can be booked on her website. Erenesta Novikova, Bailie Bookkeeper, introduced her personal, hands-on accounts, payroll and bookkeeping services for the self-employed.
Next up Kasia O’Reilly, Sana Naturals, explained her minimal-effort approach to achieving healthy skin and invited attendees to watch her videos to learn how. Dr. Aoife Raja, Always Health Care Ltd, described how her practice blends medicine, aesthetics, and science to make a meaningful impact.
Gabriela Romero, Alma Custom Made Jewlery, presented a creative video showcasing her new collaboration with Ruth Leddy of Sally West Cavan, where her handmade jewellery will be stocked this summer.
Then it was the turn of Anna Smith, Farnham Financial Services Ltd, who discussed pension and retirement planning and reminded attendees it’s never too early to start.
Lisa Scollan, Savvi Recruitment, introduced their female-founded recruitment agency that helps SMEs across Ireland hire smarter. Sylvia Stafford, Apridata, closed the spotlight with an animated presentation featuring their digital automation solutions and virtual team members, a service that is offered to businesses of all sizes.
Looking ahead to National Women’s Enterprise Day 2025, in her role as CWBN Coordinator, Margaret McKeon-Boyle announced exciting details for the day, which will take place on Thursday, October 16, at Farnham Estate Golf & Spa Resort. Guest speakers will include the inspirational Sammy Leslie of Castle Leslie, Monaghan and Belinda O’Neill of Be Inspired to Be.
A highlight of the announcement was the news that Sandra Coote of Crafts of Ireland, a long-standing member of the Cavan Women in Business Network, has been selected as the official Local Enterprise Office Cavan Ambassador for National Women’s Enterprise Day 2025 — a proud recognition of her contribution to enterprise in the region.
The Cavan Women in Business Network will break from events for the summer months but will remain active on all social media channels supporting its members.