2 years ago
Taleigha (19) hooks an exciting start as Ireland’s youngest Hattersley weaver
A proud Donegal woman has just become the youngest qualified Hattersley weaver in Ireland.
Taleigha Boyle (19) started her new job last Monday with the world-famous Magee of Donegal.
The …
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2 years ago
‘Ambition’ programme for Donegal female entrepreneurs open for applications
An initiative to develop female entrepreneurship in Donegal is now open for applications.
Following the success of the programme over the last two years, Local Enterprise Office Donegal has launched Ambition for …
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2 years ago
Donegal Women in Business Network hosting six coffee morning meet-ups
All women in business in Donegal are invited to an exciting coffee morning series by the Donegal Women in Business Network.
On Friday 26th August at 10.30am-11.30am, they will host six …
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2 years ago
Donegal’s female entrepreneurs part of ACORNS success story
Early-stage female entrepreneurs in the government-backed ACORNS programme doubled their combined turnover to €3.1m in just six months.
The announcement comes today as applications open for ACORNS 8, the innovative …
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2 years ago
How Mary McKenna keeps the plates spinning
Donegal-based founder and investor Mary McKenna MBE loves to juggle a few projects at once, but it’s this variety of business life that she loves the most.
The Tyrone native …
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2 years ago
Donegal Women in Business back with first in-person event in two years
Donegal Women In Business Network, Ireland’s largest independent female business network, returns with a free event of learning and networking.
Join the network in Kee’s Hotel, Stranorlar on June 29th from …
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2 years ago
Race towards your next career move at SITA’s Tech Open Night in Letterkenny
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2 years ago
In good company with Cassie’s Cocktail Co.
A creative mixologist from Moville is putting her own twist on home-delivered cocktails.
Cassie Lafferty is the new owner of The Cocktail Co., a company that makes fresh artisan cocktails …
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2 years ago
Donegal entrepreneur gets pitch-perfect for business showcase
A creative Donegal businesswoman is perfecting her business pitch after securing a place in the SheGenerate showcase final.
Lisa Breslin from Lifford, founder of Imagine Lab, is one of six …
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2 years ago
Donegal scientist joins prestigious Royal Irish Academy
A hugely-accomplished crop scientist from Donegal has been elected as a new member of the Royal Irish Academy.
Fiona Doohan, from Falcarragh is a Professor of Plant Health at UCD.
2 years ago
Entrepreneurs in Donegal invited to join business support programme
Visa is today bringing the She’s Next Grant Programme back to Ireland to support female entrepreneurs to run, fund and grow their business.
Funding for the She’s Next Grant Programme …
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2 years ago
Moville’s Niamh McDermott scoops Journalist of the Year student award
Niamh McDermott from Moville has won a Second Year Student Journalist of The Year award at the University of Salford.
Niamh, who is in her second year of broadcast journalism …
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2 years ago
Women lead the way in Letterkenny Chamber
The Letterkenny Chamber is having an historic moment in its time with an all-female leadership team.
As the saying goes: “If you can’t see it you can’t be it”, and …
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2 years ago
Sian’s delight with Aldi deal for Wild Fuschia Bakehouse
Sian McCann of the Wild Fuschia Bakehouse has secured a place for her Irish bread mixes in Aldi stores nationwide.
Sian is delighted to be participating in the ‘Grow with …
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2 years ago
Donegal businesswoman stirring up mealtimes!
A local food producer has proudly secured a space for her tasty products on Supervalu shelves around Donegal.
It’s an exciting step for Sia Brown – the creator of Tasty …
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2 years ago
Donegal Women In Business Network welcomes new committee
Donegal Women In Business Network bid farewell to outgoing Public Relations Officer Evelyn McGlynn of Evelyn McMarketing and Network Secretary Trish McGinley of McGinley Marketing after 6 years of dedication …
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2 years ago
Donegal woman’s psychosexual start-up is just the right pitch
A Donegal-based Clinical Psychologist, Psychosexual Therapist and Mindfulness teacher has scooped the top prize of a local business pitch competition.
Twenty women from across the west and north-west took part in the …
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2 years ago
Muff Liquor’s Laura Bonner shortlisted as IMAGE Entrepreneur of the Year
Trailblazing Inishowen businesswoman Laura Bonner is “beyond honoured” to be shortlisted as Entrepreneur of the Year in this year’s IMAGE PwC Businesswoman of the Year Awards.
The high profile awards …
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2 years ago
‘The possibility for extraordinary lives in every one of us’
The Local Enterprise Office in Donegal celebrated International Women’s Day in style today with an inspiring event at Castle Grove Country House as part of Local Enterprise Week 2022.
Seventy …
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2 years ago
Donegal Women in Business celebrating International Women’s Day with networking showcase
As part of Donegal Enterprise Week, and in celebration of International Women’s Day on 8th March, the Donegal Women in Business Network have organised an online event focused on helping …
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2 years ago
Four Donegal businesswomen are ones to watch in 2022
Four trailblazing Donegal entrepreneurs have been named among the ’75 brilliant Irish women entrepreneurs going for growth in 2022′.
The list, published by ThinkBusiness.ie, says Irish women entrepreneurs are set …
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2 years ago
Kristine Reynolds makes her mark in Letterkenny Chamber history
Kristine Reynolds of Reynolds & Associates has been elected as the new President of the Letterkenny Chamber of Commerce.
Kristine takes a special place in the history of the …
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2 years ago
An evening of virtual Christmas cheer for Donegal Women in Business!
The Donegal Women in Business Network were in the festive spirit yesterday evening for a fun end-of-year Christmas party.
The virtual set-up didn’t stop us donning our festive wear to …
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2 years ago
Final call for Donegal entrepreneurs to apply for Going for Growth
Ambitious female entrepreneurs who are determined to develop their businesses have just one week left to apply for the latest cycle of Going for Growth, the award-winning business development programme. …
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2 years ago
Laura Whitmore invests in Donegal’s Muff Liquor Company
Celebrity broadcaster and author Laura Whitmore has given a star boost to the Muff Liquor Company after being announced as its newest investor.
The partnership is a huge cause for …
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2 years ago
The more you network, the more you’ll grow!
Women from around the county, around the country and around the world logged on for the Donegal Women in Business Network’s virtual Meet The Member event on Tuesday.
It was …
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3 years ago
Shannon’s udderly great idea
A new bar opens its doors in Donegal today – but it’s udderly different from any other.
The Milk Bar, in Carrigans, offers tasty pasteurised fresh milk from an on-farm …
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3 years ago
Virtual networking for a great cause!
A unique virtual networking event is being held this week in aid of the North West Simon Community.
‘Lets Meet For A Coffee’ events began last year, and featured 40 …
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3 years ago
Donegal Women in Business Network welcomes new Facilitator
The Donegal Women in Business Network is delighted to introduced its new network facilitator – Caitriona Sinnott.
Caitriona Sinnott and has over 20 years’ experience working predominantly in the business sector. During …
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3 years ago
Donegal woman appointed Chancellor of Dublin City University
Dublin City University has today announced the appointment of Brid Horan as the new Chancellor of the university.
Brid Horan, a native of Donegal, has over 30 years’ experience in …
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3 years ago
Careers: Thinking about starting a side hustle?
Are you the type of person who when you spot a gift or talent in a person you will let them know immediately? I am! I cannot help myself but …
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3 years ago
Donegal entrepreneurs inspire others to join ACORNS
Donegal entrepreneurs are encouraging others from the county to join the latest cycle of ACORNS – a highly-successful development initiative to support early-stage female entrepreneurs living in rural Ireland.
If …
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3 years ago
FitPink springs into Victoria Square Belfast
Donegal athleisure brand FitPink is about to open its first permanent brick-and-mortar store at Victoria Square in the heart of Belfast.
Founded in 2019 by Jenni Timony, FitPink is a …
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3 years ago
Congratulations pour in as Clare Clothing celebrates 21 years in business
Clare McNickle has a lot to celebrate today. Not only is she welcoming customers back to her boutique for the first time this year, she is also celebrating 21 years …
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3 years ago
Job Vacancy: Donegal Women in Business Network hiring part-time Facilitator
Donegal County Enterprise Fund on behalf of Donegal Women in Business Network and Local Enterprise Office Donegal invites applications from suitably qualified candidates for the role of:
Facilitator for Donegal …
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3 years ago
Top award for FitPink Fitness after pandemic boom
Donegal’s FitPink Fitness is today celebrating a highly respected business award in the annual All Ireland All Star Business Awards 2021.
The popular athleisure brand has just been awarded a …
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3 years ago
Watch: Working from Home essentials at Irwin Expert Electrical
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3 years ago
Donegal Women in Business Network embrace global change on IWD 2021
On International Women’s Day last year, few would have thought that the world would look so different in 12 months’ time.
The Donegal Women in Business Network held their last …
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3 years ago
International Women’s Day event to delve into new business challenges
Donegal entrepreneurs will be sharing their experiences and stories of resilience in an online event this International Women’s Day.
On Monday March 8th at 3pm the Europe Direct Information Centre Donegal …
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3 years ago
Meet the Donegal women making their businesses work from Barbados
Two Inishowen women are enjoying the remote working lifestyle of dreams after relocating to the Caribbean during the pandemic.
“You can’t but feel good over here,” says Laura Bonner from …
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3 years ago
DWBN embracing global chance on International Women’s Day
Donegal Women in Business Network are partnering with prominent local and global colleagues in enterprise to celebrate International Women’s Day 2021.
Women Embracing Global Change Together is a free event, in …
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3 years ago
Donegal woman elected as new Sligo Chamber President
Sligo Chamber of Commerce is delighted to announce that Bundoran native Tara Rodgers has been elected as President of Sligo Chamber of Commerce and Industry for 2021.
Tara has recently been appointed …
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3 years ago
Women excel at IT Sligo
Women in Engineering, Construction and Computing: IT Sligo in Focus
A common misconception and old stereotype is that engineering, construction, and computing are for men. This could not be further …
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3 years ago
Free digital skills webinar for Donegal women in business
Donegal Women in Business Network, in partnership with Google’s Digital Garage, will host a free digital skills training webinar for all women in business.
Join us online on Thursday, 21st January from 11am-12pm. Get …
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3 years ago
Fifty caregiving jobs open in Donegal
Home Instead is looking to add 50 new caregivers to its team, which delivers essential services to older people in local communities throughout County Donegal.
The jobs come at a time of …
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3 years ago
Donegal makers invited to gain tailor-made support
What is Crafters of Ireland?
In a nutshell it is a support system for crafters, artists and designers in Ireland or anywhere in the world with a connection to …
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3 years ago
Donegal accountant recognised for work supporting women in Saudi Arabia
A pioneering accountant from Donegal Town has been named as a ‘Chartered Star’ by Chartered Accountants Ireland.
Dr Caroline McGroary, Assistant Professor of Accounting in Dublin City University (DCU) was …
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3 years ago
Ambitious entrepreneurs invited to go for growth
Ambitious female entrepreneurs from Donegal who are looking to take their business to the next level are being invited to join Going For Growth.
The award-winning business development programme is …
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3 years ago
Donegal women team up to share ‘Perspectives on Women’s Health’
The Donegal Women in Business Network is launching a new Perspectives Series, beginning with a FREE event on Wednesday, 9th December 2020.
Four members of the network have come together to …
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3 years ago
For the love of craft: Jillian’s journey from New York to Donegal
When the wedding industry suddenly halted this year, a creative New Yorker switched her focus to a home decor business which celebrates all things made in Donegal.
Hundreds of Donegal …
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