Network Ireland Kildare Branch holds event at Barberstown Castle
There was style, glamour, and celebration as almost 130 people attended Barberstown Castle, Straffan for Network Ireland Kildare Branch International Women’s Day 2024 celebration recently.
The theme was Inspire Inclusion and All proceeds from the day went to Event Charity Partners Tiglin Jigginstown Manor, Naas, Co Kildare.
Members, family and friends turned out in force to support President Anita Meenehan and her hard-working committee delivered a momentous occasion for the Kildare Branch of Network Ireland.
President of the Kildare Branch of Newtwork Ireland Anita Meenehan said “My theme Inspire Inclusion was not only encouraging to all in attendance but also provided a fantastic environment for mutual growth, respect, and the formation of solid trust, elements crucial for advancing and benefiting not just for our members but for all in attendance. Selecting such an impactful theme was crucial to what the event signified. I honestly Believe when women themselves are inspired to be included, there is a sense of belonging, relevance and empowerment.”
MC was Aubrey McCarthy and the panel of speakers included Emma Early Murphy, Mary Fehily Hobbs, Sharon Farrell and Louisa Meehan.
Keynote speaker was Marilyn Nyquist a women's educator and development worker at Tiglin.
Congratulations to Margaret O Gorman Ambit Financial Services, Nass on winning The President Award 2024. Margaret’s dedication to her fellow Network members and to the wider community through providing essential support and fundraising initiatives over many years contributed significantly to her winning this year’s award.
Network Ireland Kildare Branch thanked official partner AIB and in attendance was Sinead Byrne from Newbridge AIB Branch,
Event Partners Flair Hair and Beauty Supplies, Naas, Sharon Farrell Face Credit Consultancy, Naas and Barberstown Castle, Straffan. Behind every successful endeavor there is a strong sponsor.
President Anita Meenehan said: "A huge thank you to the wonderful team in Barberstown Castle. Ted and Annie and their team pulled together an incredible display of teamwork and dedication to ensure our guests had the most incredible experience. Your hospitality and dedication will most certainly be remembered by all who attended. Thank you to our gifting partner Magda Seymour Pure Oskar for our beautiful gift for each guest. Sponsorship unlocks the doors of opportunity and as a valued member we wish you continued success in the future.
"Thank you to our entertainment Ceola Academy of Music, Sallins, Naas and saxophonist John Murphy plus the wonderful ladies of Ceola ladies Choir.
"A special mention to Newbridge Silverware for their continuing support of our organisation and to Noel Murphy BalloonHQ for his tireless efforts towards making our events glamorous with his balloon displays.
"It was a sparkling event from start to finish with every moment caught on camera by the amazing photographer Jill O Meara Photography, Enfield. Jill has been a member of Network Ireland Kildare for many years and has captured hundreds of events with professionalism and passion for photography."