Meat Business Women Announces Events in County Meath and Antrim with Speakers from Lidl Ireland, Musgrave & Marks & Spencer

Meat Business Women is pleased to announce two 'Community Connect' events, scheduled for Thursday, 5th September at the Alltech Ireland Offices in County Meath, and Friday, 6th September at CAFRE Greenmount College in Antrim. These events are open to everyone working across the meat and agri-supply chain and are designed to connect professionals, while delivering invaluable personal development and insights from a panel of industry speakers.

The 'Community Connect' events are part of a broader initiative to bring together professionals in the meat industry, offering opportunities for growth, networking, and inspiration in a supportive environment.

Attendees will gain a 360-degree view of success from industry professionals who will share their diverse career journeys during a panel session. These panellists, representing various backgrounds and experience levels, will provide practical takeaways that attendees can apply in their daily roles.

County Meath Speakers:

• Julie Dorel, Head of Communications, Musgrave
• Elaine O'Connor, Head of Corporate Social Responsibility, Lidl
• Niamh Keating, Head of HR, Kepak
• Tara McCarthy, Global Vice President of ESG, Alltech
• Rebecca Gilligan, Assistant Boning Hall Manager, ABP Ireland (Panel chair)
• Orla McAleer, Chief People Officer, Alltech

Antrim Speakers:

• Elaine Willis, Retail Director, ABP Linden
• Kirsty Wilkins, Chief People Officer, Pilgrim's Europe
• Laura Harper, Trading Director, Marks & Spencer
• Bev Mitchell, Chief Commercial Officer, Finnebrogue
• Harriet Wilson, Partnerships Director, Meat Business Women (Panel Chair)

Led by Executive Coach Sinead Fitzgerald, attendees will also have access to workshops will focus on the "5 States of Success" — Clarity, Certainty, Belief, Wellbeing & Purpose. Attendees will also explore the secrets of "Personal Coaching," equipping them with practical tools to enhance both their personal and professional lives.

Rebecca Fearon, Marketing Manager says “We’re delighted to be able to bring these events to our members and partners in Ireland and Northern Ireland. Our members expressed a desire for affordable, regional events, so we are proud to be able to offer these to our community. Whether you’ve never attended a Meat Business Women event before, or have with us since day one, everyone is welcome. We look forward to connecting with our partners and members in September and welcoming some new faces.”

Delegates will also have the opportunity to strengthen their network and connect with the wider Meat Business Women community and other industry professionals in a safe and supportive space.

Event Details:

• County Meath Event (kindly supported by Alltech):
  • Date: Thursday, 5th September
  • Venue: Alltech Ireland Offices, Summerhill Rd, Sarney, Dunboyne, Co. Meath
  • Ticket: Click here
• Antrim Event:
  • Date: Friday, 6th September
  • Venue: CAFRE Greenmount College, 45 Tirgracy Rd, Antrim
  • Tickets: Click here