Women leading out in the worlds of politics and media feature in Meath’s Women in Biz + Tech Network event to mark International Women’s Day 2025. Sponsored by Meta.
“International Women’s Day is more than a celebration—it’s a powerful opportunity for women in business to connect, collaborate, and inspire one another. I am proud to champion this initiative which kick starts our Meath WIB+T network again for 2025” said Paula McCaul, CEO of County Meath Chamber.
She confirmed that the guests for the March 5th event are Mairead McGuinness, former European Commissioner for Financial Services, Financial Stability and Capital Markets Union, and RTÉ Television producer/director, Kate Olohan.
“The Women in Biz & Tech Network, along with National Women’s Enterprise Day and International Women’s Day, are essential for fostering a thriving entrepreneurial ecosystem within Meath,” said Aoife Fegan, Senior Enterprise Development Officer, Local Enterprise Office Meath.
“Bringing businesswomen together from all walks of life creates a sense of community, inspires each other, and drives economic growth within Meath. These events continue to celebrate this great network and the achievements of women in business on local, national and international stages. The number of women starting their own business and accessing supports from the Local Enterprise Office continues to grow year on year and is a testament to the success of networks like this which inspire others,” she added.
The Women in Biz +Tech Network is a collaboration between County Meath Chamber and Local Enterprise Office (LEO) Meath and it is sponsored by Meta. The MC who chats on stage to the guests is Elaine Keogh of Solstice Media Ltd.
Hundreds of women have attended the network events that have been held in the luxurious surroundings of the award winning The Station House Hotel in Kilmessan.
Paula McCaul added, “in response to very positive feedback after previous events we are allocating additional time for networking before and after the three course lunch in the fabulous Station House Hotel who recently joined Ireland’s Blue Book. This is one of the most popular events of the year and demand for tickets is strong. Come along yourself or encourage a colleague to join the celebrations with Meath’s most influential networking of businesswomen. We look forward to meeting you there.”
The network is sponsored by Meta’s The network is sponsored by Meta who have been part of the business community in Meath since breaking ground on their Clonee Data Centre here in 2016. They have sponsored the network since 2020 as part of their commitment to supporting small businesses to thrive in Meath.
To secure a place contact: [trish@countymeathchamber.ie or call 046 9046060.]
There is free parking at the hotel and all attendees are entered into draws for spot prizes.
WIB+T events are also scheduled for June 11th, September 17th and December 10th.
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Editor’s Note:
- The aim of the Meath Women in Business & Technology network is to foster and encourage business women to grow in enterprise and to share their experiences.
- The initiative seeks to bring business women together, whether they own their own company or play a leading role in one.
- The Meath Women in Biz & Tech network is proudly sponsored by Meta.