President of Network Cork Cathy Fitzgibbon, National President of Network Ireland, Amy O’Sullivan and Vice President of Network Cork, Diane Higgins with award winners Enrika Moore, Therese Deane, Sophie Murphy, Gwen Perroud, Tracy McCarthy, Deirdre O’Grady, Sue Nelson, Caitríona Twomey and Marilyn Reidy at the annual Network Ireland Cork Businesswoman of the Year Awards in the Raddison Blu Hotel. Photos: Darragh Kane

Awards a key highlight in Cork's business calendar

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A prestigious evening of ambition, resilience and achievement is how Network Cork’s President Cathy Fitzgibbon described its recent awards night.

With a focus on sustainability, the Businesswomen of the Year Awards, a key highlight in Cork's business calendar, celebrated women in business across eight categories, recognising emerging and established leaders, entrepreneurs, creatives, STEM professionals, and rising talent within organisations.

Cathy Fitzgibbon said: “As we acknowledge 30 remarkable businesswomen shaping Cork’s business community, we’re also embracing our responsibility to lead with purpose. From conscious event choices to opportunities for carbon offsetting, this flagship event reflects our drive to reduce environmental impact and champion more sustainable, thoughtful ways of connecting and celebrating success.

“Thank you to our guest speakers, sponsors, judges, finalists and valued members for enabling us to host these renowned business awards. With special thanks to our official partner AIB and the Local Enterprise Office Cork City, our local sponsor.”

In addition, ticket prices included a carbon offset contribution, underscoring Network Ireland Cork’s ongoing commitment to sustainability and environmentally conscious business practices.

A special President’s Award was presented to Caitríona Twomey of Cork Penny Dinners for her work in ensuring no one goes without a healthy meal in Cork city.

The other winners were:

· Deidre O'Grady, AbilityWise, winner of Emerging Businesswoman

· Gwen Perroud, Cameron Bakery, winner of Established Businesswoman

· Tracy McCarthy, Naturally Balanced Wellness, winner of Solo Businesswoman

· Enrika Moore, Viska Systems, winner of STEM Professional

· Sue Nelson, Sue Nelson Design, winner of Creative Professional

· Sophie Murphy, Johnson & Johnson MedTech, winner of Employee Rising Star

· Therese Deane, MACOM, winner of Employee Shining Star

· Marilyn Reidy, Kneat Solutions winner of Networker of the Year.

Niamh Aine Ryan
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