Leitrim hosts Tri County Women in Business Networking Event

Women from across counties Leitrim, Longford and Westmeath came together on the 20th of May in The Landmark Hotel, Carrick-on-Shannon to attend a Tri County Women in Business event.  

The theme of the event was ‘Women's Well-Being in the Workplace’. Keynote speaker on the night was Louise Dennison, a Well-Being in the Workplace Expert and Founder and CEO of The Dennison Training Academy. She was accompanied by three guest business speakers from Leitrim, Longford & Westmeath.  

The event was organised jointly by the Local Enterprise Offices of Leitrim, Longford and Westmeath with the aim of further developing relationships within the Women in Business Network across the counties involved.

Louise Dennison is a Workplace Well-Being Thought Leader, Researcher, Consultant, Trainer, Speaker, Mental Health Workplace Policy Writer and World Wellbeing Author.

As a qualified Advanced Mental Health Instructor and Registered EMT, she is aware of the many aspects that impact working life in areas such as productivity, health and safety, relationships, work-life balance, attendance, and workplace satisfaction - and increasingly, the risk of anxiety and burnout. 

Alison Moffatt, Marketing Manager with Drumhierny Woodland Hideaway, was Leitrim’s guest business speaker on the night. Drumhierny Woodland Hideaway is an innovative hospitality project that has been captivating guests since opening in 2022. 

Alison shared the story about this unique destination where luxury meets sustainability, and she offered insights into the fascinating history and experiences that awaits visitors at Drumhierny Woodland Hideaway.

Westmeath’s guest business speaker was Olivia Curran from An Olivia Chocolate. To date Olivia has won 18 awards for her luxury handmade chocolates. Her chocolates are a labour of love, handmade using the finest Belgian Chocolate, Irish artisan products and ingredients, ranging from Irish Cream Liqueur, Honey, Salt, Potcheen, Cider, Guinness and Gin. Olivia makes everything from individual chocolates, Novelty Bars, Dinosaurs, Hot chocolate pots and everything in-between. 

Geraldine Stewart, Founder & Director of DGS Business Consulting was Longford’s guest business speaker. Geraldine has almost 30 years pan-European investment management experience, predominantly with Fidelity Investments. 

She has demonstrated capability in building, developing and leading investment teams supporting a broad spectrum of funds on behalf of retail and institutional clients worldwide. 

She recently set up DGS Business Consulting along with her business partner Doreen Gerety. Geraldine and her husband Robert have also been responsible for the renovation and development of the successful Cathedral View Apartments which offer short-term tourist and business accommodation.