.Hazel Manning, Karolina Nienczyk, Samantha Clifford and Michaela Nicolai at the Connect Kerry Hair and Beauty Awards at The Rose Hotel on Sunday. Photo by Dermot Crean
THE annual Connect Kerry Hair and Beauty Awards was another glamorous affair on Sunday with 170 attending the event in The Rose Hotel.
Winners from all over Kerry were announced, chosen through an application and submission of images of their work by a panel of judges who are all experienced in the industry.
“We were delighted to welcome a room full of experienced and talented individuals from across the county,” said Margaret Kissane of Connect Publications.
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“It is important to support each other, especially in these times when costs are rising in all businesses and we must work together and encourage our younger generation to choose the path of hair and beauty to keep the industry alive,” added Margaret.
A wonderful day was had by all and the celebrations continued long into the evening. Here’s the list of winners with many photos below…
• Connect Kerry Make-Up Artist of the year in association with That’s Perfect- RACHEL DRISCOLL VOGUE HAIR AND BEAUTY TRALEE
• Connect Kerry Best use of social media- BEAUTZ SALON KILLARNEY
• Connect Kerry Wedding and Occasion Make-up specialist in association with Expose Design- CLIODHNA FOLEY NIKKIS HAIR AND BEAUTY KILORGLIN
• Connect Kerry Best Start up Individual -ELLEN HAND BEAUTY BY ELLIE
• Connect Kerry Nail Technician – in association with Nails by Daniela- JUSTYNA SWITLICKA-PAPROCKA BEAUTZ KILLARNEY
• Connect Kerry Excellence in Customer Service NIKKIS HAIR AND BEAUTY KILORGLIN
• Connect Kerry Facial Specialist in association with Eavanna Breen Skin and Laser Clinic-SHAARON O CONNOR PENINSULA SPA AT DINGLE SKELLIG..
• Connect Kerry Outstanding Contribution to the Industry ANNE FITZGERALD TRALEE HAIR STUDIO
• Connect Kerry Waxing / Threading Specialist – in association with Connect Events LEONA MURPHY THE BEAUTY BASE LISTOWEL
• Connect Kerry Business Development award PATRICIA MCCARTHY LAVANDER HAIR KERRY/CORK
• Connect Kerry Wedding /Occasion Hair in association with John Walsh Photo NOIRIN GOULDING NO 18 HAIR AND BEAUTY LISTOWEL
• Connect Kerry Years of service to the Industry FRANCES, MAUREEN McCarthy BRUSH N BLUSH
• Connect Kerry Brow Specialist– in association with Rashas Beauty. MONIKA BANACH TRANSFORM BY MON
• Connect Kerry Lash Specialist in association with Rashas Beauty- LILLIANA BOJANOWSKA LILLANAS LASHES KILLARNEY
• Connect Kerry Outstanding Knowledge of chosen industry-KAROLYNA NIEMCYK VOGUE HAIR AND BEAUTY
• Connect Kerry Colour Technician – in Association with Listowel Garden Centre- COURTNEY GOGGIN BRUSH N BLUSH
• Connect Kerry One to watch in the industry- EMMA O SULLIVAN EILEENS BEAUTY
• Connect Kerry Best Blow Dry in association with ROCK_IT_KAFTANS- DEMELZA MORIARTY TRALEE HAIR STUDIO
• Connect Kerry Rising Star Award-BRID MASON BEAUTY BY BRID.
• Connect Kerry Aesthetics Specialist in association with Thermage at Susan Crean Dental & Facial Esthetics JOAN MARIE PIERCE AESTHETICS LISTOWEL
• Connect Kerry Team of the Year VOGUE HAIR AND BEAUTY
• Connect Kerry Cutting and Restyling Specialist – in association with K+A Cleaning- JEAN COUNIHAN ALLURE HAIR KILLARNEY.
• Connect Kerry Salon Ambience Award -SKIN BEAUTY AT THE GLENEAGLE
• Connect Kerry Hair Extension specialist of the year – in association with Tracey Grimes hair and extensions.- SAMANTHA CLIFFORD VOGUE HAIR AND BEAUTY
• Connect Kerry Overall Hair Individual ELAINE CASEY PETER MARK TRALEE
• Connect Kerry Male Grooming and barbering in association with Beardsmith- MO SALEH THE TURKISH BARBER KILLARNEY.
• Connect Kerry Counter/ Salon/Spa Manager – In association with Billgenie.- SHAUNA O SHEA EASANNA SPA AT SHEEN FALLS.
• Connect Kerry Peoples Choice NADUR SPA AT BALLYGARRY ESTATE
• Connect Kerry Junior Hair/ beauty in association with Kerry College AMY REIDY NIKKIS HAIR KILORGLIN.
• Connect Kerry Massage Specialist in association Celebration events -KATERINA PETROVA PENINSULA SPA AT DINGLE SKELLIG
• Connect Kerry Hair Salon of the year in association with Hairworks Hair and Beauty-PETER MARK TRALEE
• Connect Kerry Beauty Salon of the year in association with Kenmare Beauty Rooms-MARIONS BEAUTY CASTLEISLAND
• Connect Kerry Spa of the year Dr Grainne Ryan Aesthetics. THE SPA AT KILLARNEY PLAZA.
• Connect Kerry Best Educator to the industry. RACHEL ASLETT
• Connect Kerry Beauty Therapist of the year.- DOREEN ENRIGHT THE BEAUTY SPOT TARBERT.
• LIFETIME ACHIEVEMENT RECIPIENT — JOE O’BRIEN THE BARBER.
Geraldine Devane, Christine Ní Chinnéide, Liz O’Connor, Ellen Adam, Teresa Kelliher, Ellen Hand and Mary O’Connor at the Connect Kerry Hair and Beauty Awards at The Rose Hotel on Sunday. Photo by Dermot Crean.Pascal Guillermie, Margaret Kissane and Don O’Neill at the Connect Kerry Hair and Beauty Awards at The Rose Hotel on Sunday. Photo by Dermot CreanPatricia McCarthy and Ashton Bingham at the Connect Kerry Hair and Beauty Awards at The Rose Hotel on Sunday. Photo by Dermot Crean.Shan McCarthy, Pa Murphy, Marie Murphy, Darragh Murphy, Kornelia Cybul and Mairead Evans at the Connect Kerry Hair and Beauty Awards at The Rose Hotel on Sunday. Photo by Dermot CreanAmy Mason, Bríd Mason, Doreen Culhane Enright and Donnacha Enright at the Connect Kerry Hair and Beauty Awards at The Rose Hotel on Sunday. Photo by Dermot CreanTomasz Avoska and Sandra Stankeviciute at the Connect Kerry Hair and Beauty Awards at The Rose Hotel on Sunday. Photo by Dermot Crean.Krzysztof Galus and Angela Sitkowska of K&A Cleaning Services at the Connect Kerry Hair and Beauty Awards at The Rose Hotel on Sunday. Photo by Dermot CreanTherese Breen and Gráinne Ryan at the Connect Kerry Hair and Beauty Awards at The Rose Hotel on Sunday. Photo by Dermot CreanFatima and Mo Saleh at the Connect Kerry Hair and Beauty Awards at The Rose Hotel on Sunday. Photo by Dermot Crean.Alina, Mila, Ilma, Jurgita, Victoria and Olga of the Beauty Salon in Killarney at the Connect Kerry Hair and Beauty Awards at The Rose Hotel on Sunday. Photo by Dermot CreanShane Warren, Emma Browne, Marion O’Sullivan and Sean O’Sullivan at the Connect Kerry Hair and Beauty Awards at The Rose Hotel on Sunday. Photo by Dermot CreanRasha Amin, Josephine Dennehy and Youstina Eskander at the Connect Kerry Hair and Beauty Awards at The Rose Hotel on Sunday. Photo by Dermot Crean.Clodagh Leahy, Chloe Goulding, Martina Leahy and Darragh Leahy at the Connect Kerry Hair and Beauty Awards at The Rose Hotel on Sunday. Photo by Dermot CreanJudges Eavanna Breen, Tracey Grimes, Matthew Smith and Aisling O’Leary at the Connect Kerry Hair and Beauty Awards at The Rose Hotel on Sunday. Photo by Dermot CreanLisa Connell and Akvile Suvorovaite at the Connect Kerry Hair and Beauty Awards at The Rose Hotel on Sunday. Photo by Dermot CreanEimear McCarthy, Leona Murphy and Aisling McCarthy at the Connect Kerry Hair and Beauty Awards at The Rose Hotel on Sunday. Photo by Dermot CreanSimera Hunt, Sinead Lynch, Yulia Khrystyuk and Eileen Hollywood of Peter Mark at the Connect Kerry Hair and Beauty Awards at The Rose Hotel on Sunday. Photo by Dermot CreanPascal Guillermie, Don O’Neill and Susan Crean at the Connect Kerry Hair and Beauty Awards at The Rose Hotel on Sunday. Photo by Dermot CreanEllen Hand and Ellen Adams at the Connect Kerry Hair and Beauty Awards at The Rose Hotel on Sunday. Photo by Dermot CreanAlex Zdaonwcz and Ania Lamasz at the Connect Kerry Hair and Beauty Awards at The Rose Hotel on Sunday. Photo by Dermot Crean
.Fionn Foley, Gemma Moroney, Niamh Savage and Gary Savage at the Connect Kerry Women In Business Awards at the Ballyroe Heights Hotel on Friday night. Photo by Dermot Crean
THERE was stunning style once again at the Connect Kerry Women in Business Awards held on Friday night at the Ballyroe Heights Hotel.
In fact, in the absence of the Rose Ball, the Connect Awards nights will prove the most glamorous occasions in the social calendar this year.
We brought you the list of the many winners along with photos of the style on the night earlier (click here if you missed it) and here’s more amazing glamour from the guests. Scroll down for photos…
Grainne Kelly, Mary McQuinn and Fiona O’Donoghue at the Connect Kerry Women In Business Awards at the Ballyroe Heights Hotel on Friday night. Photo by Dermot Crean.Clarissa Garcia and Catriona Dowling at the Connect Kerry Women In Business Awards at the Ballyroe Heights Hotel on Friday night. Photo by Dermot CreanMarguerite Bailey and Lorraine Kennedy at the Connect Kerry Women In Business Awards at the Ballyroe Heights Hotel on Friday night. Photo by Dermot Crean.Nominee Elaine Murphy with family and friends at the Connect Kerry Women In Business Awards at the Ballyroe Heights Hotel on Friday night. Photo by Dermot CreanChristina Cronin O’Connor and Patricia Coffey at the Connect Kerry Women In Business Awards at the Ballyroe Heights Hotel on Friday night. Photo by Dermot Crean.James Murphy and Orla Murphy at the Connect Kerry Women In Business Awards at the Ballyroe Heights Hotel on Friday night. Photo by Dermot CreanCaroline O’Neill and Seamus Mulvihill at the Connect Kerry Women In Business Awards at the Ballyroe Heights Hotel on Friday night. Photo by Dermot Crean.Aisling Hussey, Linda Hussey and Lauren Dineen at the Connect Kerry Women In Business Awards at the Ballyroe Heights Hotel on Friday night. Photo by Dermot CreanBridget Flannery, Jamie Flannery and Rosalyn O’Connor at the Connect Kerry Women In Business Awards at the Ballyroe Heights Hotel on Friday night. Photo by Dermot Crean.Deirdre Walsh, Sharon O’Mahony and Fiona Stack at the Connect Kerry Women In Business Awards at the Ballyroe Heights Hotel on Friday night. Photo by Dermot CreanAlan Balfe, Thomas Mahony, Kieran Galway and John Lawlor at the Connect Kerry Women In Business Awards at the Ballyroe Heights Hotel on Friday night. Photo by Dermot Crean.Brendan Curtin and Elizabeth McCooey at the Connect Kerry Women In Business Awards at the Ballyroe Heights Hotel on Friday night. Photo by Dermot CreanDarren Horan and Keelin Riley at the Connect Kerry Women In Business Awards at the Ballyroe Heights Hotel on Friday night. Photo by Dermot Crean.Róisín Mulvihill and Edel Broderick from CSG at the Connect Kerry Women In Business Awards at the Ballyroe Heights Hotel on Friday night. Photo by Dermot CreanTom Cruz, Eileen Hannan, Anne Hannan and Samir Bettayed at the Connect Kerry Women In Business Awards at the Ballyroe Heights Hotel on Friday night. Photo by Dermot Crean.Toni McCarthy, Daniel Thornton, Mary Thornton and Lisa Thornton at the Connect Kerry Women In Business Awards at the Ballyroe Heights Hotel on Friday night. Photo by Dermot CreanCara Costello and Leonie Guinane at the Connect Kerry Women In Business Awards at the Ballyroe Heights Hotel on Friday night. Photo by Dermot CreanShane Purcell and Shannon Hanafin at the Connect Kerry Women In Business Awards at the Ballyroe Heights Hotel on Friday night. Photo by Dermot Crean
.Rachel Malone, Elizabeth Fearns, Zameta Labuz-Czerwiem and Ilona Loscielnika at the Connect Kerry Women In Business Awards at the Ballyroe Heights Hotel on Friday night. Photo by Dermot Crean
HIGH-ACHIEVING women, fabulous fashion and fine foods?
Then that would be the Connect Kerry Women In Business Awards which were held at the Ballyroe Heights Hotel on Friday night.
Over 300 guests attended the occasion where they enjoyed a bubbly reception outside the front of the hotel in the lovely sunshine. Then it was upstairs to the main event where broadcaster and PR consultant, John Drummey, once again proved a genial and entertaining host for the night.
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The winners were chosen by a panel of judges including Deirdre Walsh of Radio Kerry; Carol Brick, Managing Director of CWM Management and founder of HerMoney; James Murphy founder of BillGenie.ie and Sinead Healy, Retail Manager with AIB.
The highlight was the recipient of the Connect Kerry Lifetime Achievement Award which was presented to Dr Helena McMahon of Seabody and Head of Department at STEM at MTU.
The other winners on the night were;
• Connect Kerry Business Woman in Business Services in association with IRISH DRAIN SERVICES – Gina Jones Inspire HR
• The Connect Kerry Business Customer Service Award – Zhaia Landers Pixie Property Management
• Connect Kerry Business Woman in Childcare in association with MOUNTHAWK MONTESSORI – Elaine Murphy Puffins Childcare
• The Connect Kerry Business Entrepreneur Award – Laura Collins Collins Equestrian
• Connect Kerry Business Woman in Consumer & Retail in association with AIB BANK – Mairead Roberts Listowel Garden Centre
• The Connect Kerry Business Development award –Diana Thornton Like Bikes
• Connect Kerry Business Woman in Creative Design in association with ROCK IT KAFTANS – Lyndsay Lawless of the Lawless Company
• The Connect Kerry Family Business of the year Award – Eileen Creedon Top o the Coom
• Connect Kerry Business Woman in Education & Training in association with SOUTH KERRY SKILLNET – Maebh O Connor Aiseanna na Hoige
• The Connect Kerry One to Watch – Orla Brosnan Clipity Clop
• Connect Kerry Business Woman in Entertainment in association with K+A Services –Jessica Courtney Leen, West End School of Arts
• The Connect Kerry Team Leader – Eileen O Mahony Maroney Michael Guineys Tralee
• Connect Kerry Business Woman in Financial Services in association with CSG ACCOUNTANTS – Anne Hannon Sort my Books
• The Connect Kerry Specialist In her business Award – Cathriona Hobbart John Canty Accountants
• Connect Kerry Business Woman in Sport & Fitness in association with SCOTIA CLINIC – Cassandra Buckley
• The Connect Kerry Reader’s Choice Award – Hayley Murphy Legacy Elite
• Connect Kerry Business Woman in Floristry & Horticulture in association with TRALEE BAY WETLANDS — Karen Browne Florist
• The Connect Kerry Social Media – Anna and Orla Snook, Valentia Island Vermouth
• Connect Kerry Business Woman in Food Production in association with O SULLIVANS BAKERY. – Rustic Boowa
• The Connect Kerry years of Service to her chosen Industry Award – Fiona O Connor INEC
• Connect Kerry Business Woman in Health & Wellness in association with BEACH FITNESS –Rebecca Atkinson
• The Connect Kerry National/International Business Woman of the year Award –Mariana Kobal Wazp
• Connect Kerry Business Woman in Literature & Creative Writing in association with EXPOSE DESIGN –Emma Larkin
• The Connect Kerry Media Support to Women in Business – Keelin Riley Southwest Social
• Connect Kerry Business Woman in Marketing PR & Events in association with BALLYROE HEIGHTS – Mary McQuinn O’Donoghue Ring Hotel Group
• The Connect Kerry Rising Star Award – Lauren Critch The Wild Tribe.
• Connect Kerry Business Woman in Media in association with KERRY BUSINESS WOMENS NETWORK – Lauri Giroux, Designed by Lauri
• The Connect Kerry Mission Possible Award – Sharon Brosnan Slimming World.
• Connect Kerry New Business Award in association with CARA CREDIT UNION –Sherry O Callaghan Town and Country Real Estate
• The Connect Kerry Overall Best Business – Tangney Opticians Kerry
• Kerry Outstanding Manager Award in association with CWM WEALTH MANAGEMENT – Bridget Flannery Dingle Sea Seafari
• The Connect Kerry Further Training Support to Women in Business — Maeve Lyons RDI HUB KILORGLIN
• Connect Kerry Community Champion Award in association with LISTOWEL GARDEN CENTRE – Claire Maher Bumblance Ireland
• The Connect Kerry Home Based Business Award – Niamh Savage Tastebuds
• Connect Kerry Business Woman in Science & Innovation in association with JOHN CANTY ACCOUTANTS – Clodagh Moynihan Acorncloud
• The Connect Kerry Most Inspirational Business Woman – Finnoula O’Callaghan RDI Hub Kilorglin
• Connect Kerry Business Woman in Veterinary & Pet Care in association with JOHN WALSH PHOTO – Paula Curtin MTU
• The Connect Kerry Editor’s Choice Award – Andzelik Sitkowska k+a cleaning Services
• Connect Kerry Young Business Woman Award in association with RADIO KERRY – Natasha McAuliffe
• The Connect Kerry Lifetime Achievement Award – DR HELENA MCMAHON. Seabody Ireland and MTU.
Sharon Brosnan and Louise O’Connell at the Connect Kerry Women In Business Awards at the Ballyroe Heights Hotel on Friday night. Photo by Dermot Crean.Sherry O’Callaghan and Ciara O’Donnell at the Connect Kerry Women In Business Awards at the Ballyroe Heights Hotel on Friday night. Photo by Dermot CreanJoanne Briscoe and Fiona Boyle at the Connect Kerry Women In Business Awards at the Ballyroe Heights Hotel on Friday night. Photo by Dermot Crean.Pa Laide with Mary McQuinn and Louise Laide at the Connect Kerry Women In Business Awards at the Ballyroe Heights Hotel on Friday night. Photo by Dermot CreanCelia Forde, Jamie Mulcahy, Bríd Mulrennan, Karen Browne, Bridie Mulrennan, Noreen Clifford and Noreen O’Callaghan at the Connect Kerry Women In Business Awards at the Ballyroe Heights Hotel on Friday night. Photo by Dermot Crean.Steve Ammash, Mandy Landers, Adrian O’Donnell, Zhaia Landers and Gary Landers at the Connect Kerry Women In Business Awards at the Ballyroe Heights Hotel on Friday night. Photo by Dermot CreanJeremiah Curtin and Paula Curtin at the Connect Kerry Women In Business Awards at the Ballyroe Heights Hotel on Friday night. Photo by Dermot Crean.Louise Ryan, Niamh Leen and Annie Galway at the Connect Kerry Women In Business Awards at the Ballyroe Heights Hotel on Friday night. Photo by Dermot CreanMarian Fitzgerald, Dee Keogh and Rita O’Sullivan Crean at the Connect Kerry Women In Business Awards at the Ballyroe Heights Hotel on Friday night. Photo by Dermot Crean.Amy Naughton Adele Conway, Lisa Conway and Cian O’Donoghue at the Connect Kerry Women In Business Awards at the Ballyroe Heights Hotel on Friday night. Photo by Dermot CreanBrendan Murphy and Deirdre O’Sullivan at the Connect Kerry Women In Business Awards at the Ballyroe Heights Hotel on Friday night. Photo by Dermot Crean.Patrick Lawry and Natasha McAuliffe at the Connect Kerry Women In Business Awards at the Ballyroe Heights Hotel on Friday night. Photo by Dermot CreanCiara Dolan and Catherine Dolan at the Connect Kerry Women In Business Awards at the Ballyroe Heights Hotel on Friday night. Photo by Dermot Crean.Jackie Carlos and Marie Sweeney at the Connect Kerry Women In Business Awards at the Ballyroe Heights Hotel on Friday night. Photo by Dermot CreanJanet Murphy, Aoife O’Leary, Hayley Murphy and Ryan Murphy at the Connect Kerry Women In Business Awards at the Ballyroe Heights Hotel on Friday night. Photo by Dermot CreanKate Lacey, Mary Lacey O’Callaghan, Phillipa Donnelly and Regina O’Connor at the Connect Kerry Women In Business Awards at the Ballyroe Heights Hotel on Friday night. Photo by Dermot CreanDanielle Brassil, Siobhan Brassil and Eimear Kelly at the Connect Kerry Women In Business Awards at the Ballyroe Heights Hotel on Friday night. Photo by Dermot Crean
THE annual Connect Hair and Beauty Awards will once again return for 2023 and nominations are being sought in a number of categories.
Taking place in The Rose Hotel on March 26, experts in the Hair and Beauty industry from across the county will be honoured for their hard work and dedication.
“This event is the only one of its kind in Kerry and we here in Connect are proud to do so, to give the recognition to those that truly deserve it,” said Margaret Kissane of Connect Publications.
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The public can nominate their favourite stylist/technician, team or salon by emailing Connect with the individuals full name, role and contact details.
“We will then open the voting lines in mid-February when all nominations have been received,” said Margaret. “There will be a maximum of 10 nominees per category where one winner will be announced on the night with final decisions resting with our panel of expert judges.
To nominate, email Margaret on info@connectpublications.ie or call 0862408237 or email Cathriona on pressconnectpublications@outlook.com or call 0831209724
Please remember to include the nominees full name, where he/she works, and no more than 100 words describing why you think they deserve to win.
.Looking forward to the Connect Kerry Ladies Lunch at The Ashe Hotel later this Sunday were, Leah Danforth of Peter Mark Tralee, Margaret Kissane of Connect Publications, stylist Danny Leane, beauty expert Mary O’Donnell and Pamela Prendiville of The Ashe Hotel. Photo by Dermot Crean
LADIES can kick off Christmas in style this Sunday, November 27, when the annual Connect Ladies Lunch takes place in Lotties at The Ashe Hotel, Tralee.
Expect some bubbly on arrival, great food, fine wines, style, beauty and hair tips, on what is always a fabulous afternoon and a great idea for a Christmas party or get-together for ladies.
Stylist Danny Leane and Beauty Expert Mary O’Donnell will be on the couch after lunch for a chat and they will showcase some great looks from this season.
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Peter Mark have just launched their new look salon in Tralee, so they will have experts doing hair demos to show how to get that party look, and they have brought along a goodie bag worth €50 for every lady attending.
Looking forward to the Connect Kerry Ladies Lunch at The Ashe Hotel later this month were stylist Danny Leane, Marie Sweeney of Respite Kerry, Margaret Kissane of Connect Publications, Lorraine Gordon and Orla Casey of Respite Kerry. Photo by Dermot Crean
As well as all this, there are some amazing spot prizes for the charity raffle, with the chosen charity partner this year Respite Kerry.
Kerry Respite Care is a social enterprise and registered charity which has developed an excellent reputation supporting older people and people with disabilities or long-term illnesses to continue living in their own homes.
The folks at the Ashe Hotel have pulled out all the stops to ensure that a delicious meal will be served in the cosy surroundings of Lotties.
Tickets are moving quickly so book yours today by calling Margaret Kissane on 086 2408237 for more details.
.Mark Murphy, Christina Ní Mhoráin, Theresa Kelliher and Tim Kelliher at the Connect Men Of Kerry Awards at the Ballyroe Heights Hotel on Friday night. Photo by Dermot Crean
OH what a night!
The Inaugural Connect Kerry Men of Kerry Awards was hosted on Friday night at Ballyroe Heights Hotel, with over 300 attending a gala ceremony which saw many men of Kerry being recognised for their achievements.
The night began with a special presentation and tribute to the late Padraig Harnett who was part of the finalists line up, but sadly passed away recently.
A lovely video tribute was put together by co-host John Drummey, with representatives from the world of sport extolling Padraig’s selfless and amazing contribution to Kerry sport over the years. He is sadly missed.
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Padraig was inducted into the Hall of Fame which was launched at the event and is the first ever recipient. Many more awards were given for different areas of life (see full list below) with the judges Tralee Chamber President Nathan McDonnell, Orla Diffily of Upfront PR, Helen Brick from Kerry College, Brian Looney of AIB and Mark Hussey of Cara Credit Union having a tough task.
The Harnett family who accepted the Hall of Fame Award on behalf of the late Padraig Harnett, with Margaret Kissane of Connect Publications. Photo: Dermot Crean
Speaking at the event, organiser Margaret Kissane of Connect Publications said, “it’s wonderful to see such a selection of talented men being recognised for what they do daily. Following the success of our Women in Business and other awards this awards night was created to recognise and honour men, it’s a first for Kerry and indeed for Ireland as a dedicated Men’s awards hasn’t every happened and we wanted to change that here in Connect.”
“I am thrilled with the way it was received and it will become an annual event, it will be hosted at this time of the year as it will coincide with International Men’s Day,” she added.
Many men from local businesses were recognised and there were some in the national spotlight too.
The lifetime achievement award went to Brian De Staic jeweller for his amazing work over the past 40 years and there was a special recognition for the community champion category which saw men from the county recognised for the voluntary role they play in the community. The overall winner of this was Junior Locke for his role with St Vincent De Paul.
Dara Ó Cinnéide and guide dog Hansen accept the Connect Kerry Man in Media Marketing and Events Award from sponsor Dermot Crean of TraleeToday.ie. Photo: John Walsh
Another very popular winner was Dara Ó Cinnéide of Virgin Media who won the Connect Kerry Man in Media Marketing and Events in association with Tralee Today.ie, with his guide dog Hansen stealing the limelight!
A great night was had, and Margaret thanked all the sponsors and her team for making the night happen. Scroll down for photos and the full list of winners…
• Connect Kerry Man in Health and Wellness in Association with Scotia Clinic Tralee — Cliff Fee, Mobility Genie and Centre for Smart Aging.
• The Connect Kerry Customer Service Award — Pat Harmon, All Care Pharmacy Mounthawk
• Connect Kerry Man in Business Services in association with IPS Kerry. — Dan O’Donoghue Asetniv Services
• The Connect Kerry Business Entrepeneur — Alan O’Sullivan, Bathrooms 4U
• Connect Kerry Man in Law, Finance, Insurance and HR- in association with UP Front Model Management, PR and Events — John Canty Accountants
• The Connect Business Development Award — Fearghal Grimes, University Hospital Kerry.
• Connect Kerry Man in Training and Education in association with Connect Training and events — Robert Flaherty, CBS The Green Tralee
• The Connect Kerry Family Business of the Year — Tim Kelliher, Kellihers Toyota Kerry.
• Connect Kerry Man in Entertainment in association with Portmagee Whiskey — Eoghan Fitzgerald Spin South West
• The Connect Kerry one to watch — Sean O’Connor, Beachfit Games
• Connect Kerry Man in Fashion and Design- in Association with Hannons Fashion and Lifestyle Store — Danny Leane, Annburys Fashions
• The Connect Kerry Team Leader — Stephen O’Brien, Techneek Tralee
• Connect Kerry Man in Technology in association with K+A Cleaning and Maintenance Services. — Domnick Walsh Photography
• The Connect Kerry Specialist in his field award — Mark Murphy, Little Cheese Shop and Dingle Cookery School.
• Connect Kerry Man in Retail or Consumer Services in Association with AIB BANK — Kieran Corcoran Corcorans Furniture Stores.
• The Connect Kerry Readers Choice Award; — Derry Fleming, Cara Credit Union.
• Connect Kerry Man in Medical Profession in association with Kerry Mental Health — Dr Kevin Ryle, Ashe Street Tralee
• The Connect Kerry Best Use of Social Media — Jamie Flannery, Dingle
• Connect Kerry Man in Auctioneering, Estate Agents and property management in association with John Walsh Photograph. — Gary O’Driscoll Property Management
• The Connect Kerry Years of Service to his industry — Ger O’Connor AIB Castleisland
• Connect Kerry Man in Food and Drink services in Association in association with Sean Kissane Meats — John James and Stuart McNamara, Portmagee Whiskey
• The Connect Kerry National Business Man of the year — John Tuite, TLI Ireland
• Connect Kerry New Business Award in Association with Smaash Burger Ardfert — John Crowley, The Guitar Grove.
• The Connect Kerry Support to Business — Aidan O’Carroll, Avalanche
• Connect Kerry Man in Media Marketing and Events in association with Tralee Today.ie. — Dara Ó Cinneide, Virgin Media.
• The Connect Kerry International Man of Year Award — Jerry Kennelly, Tweak.com
• Connect Kerry Outstanding Manager Award in association with Tralee Chamber Alliance — Nick Roberts, Listowel Garden Centre
• The Connect Kerry Innovation Award — Fintan O’Connell, Bioheat Ireland
• Connect Kerry Man in Farming Gardening and Horticulture inassociation with Cara Credit Union — Padraig Sugrue, Belfield Christmas Trees
• The Connect Rising Star Award — Daniel Breen, Inception Fitness.
• Connect Kerry Man in Archectiture Construction and design in association with Expose Design — Seamus Scanlon, Bathrooms 4u
• The Connect Kerry Mission Possible Award — Jermiah Griffin, Killarney,
• Connect Kerry Man in Sport in association with Ballyroe Heights Hotel — Jordan Lee
• The Connect Kerry Team of the Year; — Celsius Menswear
• Connect Kerry Man in Motoring in association with IDrive Motoring — Niall Murphy, Castleisland Tyre Centre
• The Connect Kerry Overall Best Business — Bathrooms 4u
• Connect Kerry Community Champion award in association with Ballyseedy Garden Centre — Junior Locke, St Vincent De Paul
• The Connect Kerry Most Inspirational Business Man — Edmund Scanlon, Kerry Group PLC
• The Connect Kerry Local Hero Award — Dermot Crowley, Recovery Haven
• The Connect Kerry Editors Choice — Con Dennehy
• The Connect Kerry Lifetime Achievement Award — Brian De Staic Jeweller Dingle.
Jay Murphy, John Murphy, Teresa Murphy and Frankie Murphy at the Connect Men Of Kerry Awards at the Ballyroe Heights Hotel on Friday night. Photo by Dermot Crean.The Bathrooms4U team had a successful evening at the Connect Men Of Kerry Awards at the Ballyroe Heights Hotel on Friday night. Photo by Dermot CreanShannon Donoghue and Peter Donoghue at the Connect Men Of Kerry Awards at the Ballyroe Heights Hotel on Friday night. Photo by Dermot Crean.Damien Locke and Michelle Reidy at the Connect Men Of Kerry Awards at the Ballyroe Heights Hotel on Friday night. Photo by Dermot CreanDavid Fitzgerald and Ciara Lawlor at the Connect Men Of Kerry Awards at the Ballyroe Heights Hotel on Friday night. Photo by Dermot Crean.James Finnegan and Kathleen Finnegan at the Connect Men Of Kerry Awards at the Ballyroe Heights Hotel on Friday night. Photo by Dermot CreanJonathan Heffernan and Rose Quirke at the Connect Men Of Kerry Awards at the Ballyroe Heights Hotel on Friday night. Photo by Dermot CreanKathleen Collins, Marian Barnes, Marisa Reidy, Rita Gilbert and Jacinta Bradley at the Connect Men Of Kerry Awards at the Ballyroe Heights Hotel on Friday night. Photo by Dermot Crean.Stuart McNamara, Martina Murphy, Maeve Murphy, John Murphy and James Murphy from Portmagee Whiskey at the Connect Men Of Kerry Awards at the Ballyroe Heights Hotel on Friday night. Photo by Dermot CreanAngela O’Regan Horan, Trevor Horan, Audrey Logue Duggan and Tony Duggan at the Connect Men Of Kerry Awards at the Ballyroe Heights Hotel on Friday night. Photo by Dermot Crean.Chris Quain, Celene Moloney, Kathy Finnerty and Paul Finnerty at the Connect Men Of Kerry Awards at the Ballyroe Heights Hotel on Friday night. Photo by Dermot CreanCliff Fee and Laura Fee at the Connect Men Of Kerry Awards at the Ballyroe Heights Hotel on Friday night. Photo by Dermot CreanLiam Murphy, Dan Brien and Michelle Murphy at the Connect Men Of Kerry Awards at the Ballyroe Heights Hotel on Friday night. Photo by Dermot Crean.Mark and Anne Hussey at the Connect Men Of Kerry Awards at the Ballyroe Heights Hotel on Friday night. Photo by Dermot CreanSamantha Sugrue and Padraig Sugrue at the Connect Men Of Kerry Awards at the Ballyroe Heights Hotel on Friday night. Photo by Dermot CreanPadraig O’Mahony and Shaun Henchy at the Connect Men Of Kerry Awards at the Ballyroe Heights Hotel on Friday night. Photo by Dermot Crean.Seamus Lyons, Henry Lyons, Fintan O’Connell and Jonathan Boyle at the Connect Men Of Kerry Awards at the Ballyroe Heights Hotel on Friday night. Photo by Dermot CreanGina Looney and Brian Looney at the Connect Men Of Kerry Awards at the Ballyroe Heights Hotel on Friday night. Photo by Dermot CreanDamien Locke, Laura Locke, Junior Locke, Helen Locke, Ursula Bosman, Siobhan Walsh and Peter Bosman at the Connect Men Of Kerry Awards at the Ballyroe Heights Hotel on Friday night. Photo by Dermot Crean.Pat Harmon, Louise Burke, Jason Kieran, Una Kiernan and Claire Goodall at the Connect Men Of Kerry Awards at the Ballyroe Heights Hotel on Friday night. Photo by Dermot CreanDara Ó Cinnéide and Cáit Ní Chinnéide at the Connect Men Of Kerry Awards at the Ballyroe Heights Hotel on Friday night. Photo by Dermot CreanEoin and Linda O’Callaghan at the Connect Men Of Kerry Awards at the Ballyroe Heights Hotel on Friday night. Photo by Dermot CreanJames Murphy and Orla Murphy at the Connect Men Of Kerry Awards at the Ballyroe Heights Hotel on Friday night. Photo by Dermot CreanThe Bathrooms4U team at the Connect Men Of Kerry Awards at the Ballyroe Heights Hotel on Friday night. Photo by Dermot CreanJonathan Boyle, award winner Fintan O’Connell and Seamus Lyons at the Connect Men Of Kerry Awards at the Ballyroe Heights Hotel on Friday night. Photo by Dermot CreanTeresa and John Murphy at the Connect Men Of Kerry Awards at the Ballyroe Heights Hotel on Friday night. Photo by Dermot Crean
.At the launch of the inaugural Connect Kerry Men of Kerry Awards at AIB Tralee on Friday were, seated Margaret Kissane of Connect Publications and James O’Donoghue of AIB. Back from left; Stephen Stack AIB Tralee branch manager (sponsor); Mark Hussey of Cara Credit Union (sponsor); Caitriona Murphy of Connect Kerry; Brian Looney AIB, Brian Gannon AIB and Dermot Crean of TraleeToday.ie (sponsor). Photo by Domnick Walsh
THE inaugural Connect Kerry Men of Kerry Awards will be held at a gala black-tie event on Friday, November 18 in the Ballyroe Heights Hotel.
Spanning the spectrum of business, sporting, cultural and community life, there are 20 different award categories to recognise the many achievements of Kerry men at home and abroad across all platforms including sport, fin tech, entertainment, well-being, food and farming.
Produced by Margaret Kissane and her team at Connect Publications, it is free and easy to nominate anyone you feel deserves recognition by sending an email to info@connectpublications.ie.
The Connect Men of Kerry Awards follows in the footsteps of the enormous success of the Connect Women In Business; Connect Hair and Beauty and the Connect Hospitality Awards.
Founder and owner of Connection Publications, Margaret Kissane, established the Men of Kerry Awards in direct response to demand from both men and women in the county who felt it was important to have an event that celebrated the achievements of Kerry men in the county, Ireland and internationally.
Kerry has produced many sporting heroes, entrepreneurs and social change advocates and the county has many unsung heroes who deserve recognition from their peers. The night also promises to be a wonderful networking opportunity.
Tickets are priced at €90 (plus VAT) and include drinks reception, gala dinner, the awards ceremony and entertainment. The evening will be hosted by Margaret Kissane and mc’ed by John Drummey.
In addition to the main award categories, there are a number of Special Awards which will be announced on the night.
The judging panel is composed of business and community leaders from across the county and their decision is final. The event is on the day before International Men’s Day which celebrates worldwide the positive value men bring to the world, their families and communities.
That’s the idea behind a new awards from Connect Publications as they prepare to celebrate the men of the county.
The inaugural Connect Men In Kerry Awards follows on from the enormous success of the Connect Women In Business, Connect Hair and Beauty and the Connect Hospitality awards from Margaret Kissane of Connect Publications.
Nominations are flying in already for the awards which will be presented at a gala black-tie ceremony on Friday, November 18, the day before International Men’s Day.
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There are 15 categories to nominate in, taking in all aspects of business in the county. They are…
• Connect Kerry Man In Motoring
• Connect Kerry Man In Heath and Wellness
• Connect Kerry Man In Business Services
• Connect Kerry Man In Law, Finance, Insurance and HR
• Connect Kerry Man In Training and Education
• Connect Kerry Man In Entertainment
• Connect Kerry Man In Fashion Retail
• Connect Kerry Man In Technology
• Connect Kerry Man In Media
• Connect Kerry Man In Medical Profession
• Connect Kerry Man In Auctioneering and Estate Agent
• Connect Kerry Man In Construction and Architecture
• Connect Kerry Man In Food Industry
• Connect Kerry Man In Retail and Consumer Service
• Connect Kerry Outstanding Manager of the Year
To nominate, email info@connectpublications.ie or pressconnectpublications@outlook.com with the name, contact and email of the man you wish to nominate and a few words to describe why you feel they deserve the nomination. Nominations close on October 20.
.Dr Helena McMahon of Seabody, beauty expert Mary O’Donnell and Nicola Lynch of Senergy at ‘Connect With Your Health’ at The Rose Hotel on Sunday. Photo by Dermot Crean
AN event on Sunday saw ladies get tips and advice for getting and staying healthy as summer approaches.
‘Connect With Your Health’ at The Rose Hotel was organised by Margaret Kissane of Connect Publications and Events and saw a host of experts in the fields of health, beauty, fitness, nutrition and mental health share their knowledge with a captive audience.
The event was MC’d by Radio Kerry’s Deirdre Walsh who spoke to International speaker on health and wellness David O’Brien, ; Dr Mary McCaffrey; Skin specialist Mary O’Donoghue; Deirdre Murphy from Horans Health; Nutritionists Erina McSweeny and Christina O’Sullivan; Mary O’Donnell from CHRC Bons Secours; Life Coach Linda O’Mahony; Professional Coach Dee Keogh; Eithne Griffin of the Red Lotus Clinic; Dr Susan Lawlor; Dr Helena McMahon of Seabody Ireland; Pharmacist Grainne Ryle and Ailis Brosnan talking fitness and personal health.
Guests also enjoyed delicious breakfast treats on arrival and a two course lunch with some bubbly while they also took home a luxury goodie bag filled with products from experts on the day. Scroll down for photos…
Linda O’Mahony and Marie Sweeney at ‘Connect With Your Health’ at The Rose Hotel on Sunday. Photo by Dermot Crean.MC Deirdre Walsh of Radio Kerry, Margaret Kissane of Connect Publications and beauty expert Mary O’Donnell at ‘Connect With Your Health’ at The Rose Hotel on Sunday. Photo by Dermot CreanGrainne Ryle, Michael Ryle and Kat Powell at ‘Connect With Your Health’ at The Rose Hotel on Sunday. Photo by Dermot Crean.Noreen O’Connor, Catherine Brosnan and Colette O’Connor at ‘Connect With Your Health’ at The Rose Hotel on Sunday. Photo by Dermot CreanLauren O’Mahony, Noreen O’Mahony and Helen Blanchfield at ‘Connect With Your Health’ at The Rose Hotel on Sunday. Photo by Dermot Crean.Eileen Lenihan, Helen Brick and Triona Egan Brick at ‘Connect With Your Health’ at The Rose Hotel on Sunday. Photo by Dermot CreanMichelle Roche, Nicola Lawless, Rita O’Sullivan and Marian Fitzgerald at ‘Connect With Your Health’ at The Rose Hotel on Sunday. Photo by Dermot Crean.Joelene Wallace of Early Years Support Centre with Jacinta Hobbert and Dr Susan Lawlor of State Your Mind at ‘Connect With Your Health’ at The Rose Hotel on Sunday. Photo by Dermot Crean
CONNECT Kerry is hosting a special event this Sunday giving tips and advice for getting your health back on track as summer approaches.
They have teamed up with a host of experts to bring the ladies of Kerry a wealth of knowledge to help keep you find a better, healthier you at ‘Connect With Your Health’ at The Rose Hotel on this Sunday from 10am to 4.30pm.
“I am delighted to bring this day of advice and knowledge to the ladies of Kerry, we have some amazing people bringing their knowledge to the table and I do feel that it is a day not to be missed,” said Margaret Kissane of Connect Publications and Events.
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Hosted by Radio Kerry’s Deirdre Walsh, expert speakers on the day include;
• David O’Brien, International speaker on health and wellness
• Dr Mary McCaffrey – who will chat on all thing’s menopause
• Mary O’Donoghue – Skin specialist
• Deirdre Murphy- Horans Health store chatting on vitamins, supplements and how best to keep our bodies functioning and also how to get a good night’s sleep.
• Christina O Sullivan – Nutritionist
• Mary O Donnell – CHRC Bons Secours talking all things hair.
• Linda O Mahony – Life Coach
• Dee Keogh- Professional Coach.
• Eithne Griffin – Red Lotus Clinic.
• Dr Susan Lawlor – Minding your mental Health
• Dr Helena McMahon – Seabody Ireland
• Grainne Ryle – Pharmacist
• Erina McSweeny – Nutritionist
• Ailis Brosnan – Fitness and Personal health.
The day kicks off at 10am and ladies will have the opportunity to meet all the experts and chat about things while they can enjoy delicious breakfast treats.
Panel discussions will begin at 11am and a two course lunch will be served at 1pm with some bubbly.
There will be some more healthy treats in the afternoon during the last panel discussion and all ladies will take home a luxury goodie bag filled with products from experts on the day. Tickets are priced at €75 and include lunch and all refreshments on the day.
To book tickets call Margaret on 086 2408237 or email margaret@connectpublications.ie
.Dr Mary McCaffrey, who will speak at the upcoming ‘Connect With Your Health’ event, with Margaret Kissane of Connect Kerry.
CONNECT Kerry is hosting a special event next month giving tips and advice for getting your health back on track
They have teamed up with a host of experts to bring the ladies of Kerry a wealth of knowledge to help keep you on track and find a better healthier you at ‘Connect With Your Health’ at The Rose Hotel on Sunday, May 15 from 10am to 4.30pm.
“I am delighted to bring this day of advice and knowledge to the ladies of Kerry, we have some amazing people bringing their knowledge to the table and I do feel that it is a day not to be missed,” said Margaret Kissane of Connect Publications and Events.
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“I would encourage the ladies of Kerry to grab a pal, take some time out and take this day to recharge and reset the body, no dress code ( unlike many of our events ) but we do encourage comfy clothing as we will have lots of action on the day,” added Margaret.
Expert speakers on the day include,
• David O’Brien, International speaker on health and wellness
• Dr Mary McCaffrey – who will chat on all thing’s menopause
• Mary O’Donoghue – Skin specialist
• Deirdre Murphy- Horans Health store chatting on vitamins, supplements and how best to keep our bodies functioning and also how to get a good night’s sleep.
• Christina O Sullivan – Nutritionist
• Mary O Donnell – CHRC Bons Secours talking all things hair.
• Linda O Mahony – Life Coach
• Dee Keogh- Professional Coach.
• Eithne Griffin – Red Lotus Clinic.
• Dr Susan Lawlor – Minding your mental Health
• Dr Helena McMahon – Seabody Ireland
• Grainne Ryle – Pharmacist
• Erina McSweeny – Nutritionist
• Ailis Brosnan – Fitness and Personal health.
And lots more on the day.
The day kicks off at 10am and ladies will have the opportunity to meet all the experts and chat about things while they can enjoy delicious breakfast treats.
Panel discussions will begin at 11am and a two course lunch will be served at 1pm with some bubbly.
There will be some more healthy treats in the afternoon during the last panel discussion and all ladies will take home a luxury goodie bag filled with products from experts on the day. Tickets are priced at €75 and include lunch and all refreshments on the day.
To book tickets call Margaret on 086 2408237 or email margaret@connectpublications.ie
.Carrie Anne Clifford, Joanne Bowler, Rachel Ward and Amy Maher from Hairworks in Tralee at the Connect Kerry Hair and Beauty Awards in The Rose Hotel on Sunday. Photo by Dermot Crean
AFTER a break of two years, the Connect Kerry Hair and Beauty Awards returned on Sunday and it was a fantastic night at The Rose Hotel for those involved in the industry.
Over 270 people were in attendance and a plethora of awards were presented in a range of categories as well as honorary awards.
Publisher of Connect Kerry, Margaret Kissane, congratulated all the winners and thanked everyone who made the awards such a success, including the production team Will Nolan, Ray Stack, John Walsh Photography, Carmel Russell, all at The Rose Hotel and MC Sean Crowley.
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The following is the list of winners (scroll down for photos from the event)…
• CONNECT KERRY LIFETIME ACHIEVEMENT AWARD – KITTY LUCID O CARROLL- STYLE COUNCIL
• Connect Kerry Counter/ Salon/Spa Manager in association with Kellihers Toyota Kerry- SAMANTHA CLIFFORD VOGUE HAIR AND BEAUTY
• Connect Kerry Team of the year SEAN TAAFFE HAIR AND BEAUTY
• Connect Kerry Dental Specialist in association with K+A Cleaning Services. MACDOMHNAILL DENTAL
• Connect Kerry Salon Ambience Award- SERENITY SPA AT THE ROSE HOTEL
• Connect Kerry Massage Specialist in association with RELIFE COSMETICS. JASMINE KELLY ESPA AT THE EUROPE
• Connect Kerry Rising Star Award – SHANIA O SULLIVAN HEAD FIRST KILLORGLIN
• Connect Kerry Junior beauty in association with Kerry College of Further Education-EDEL JOY PARADISE HAIR AND BEAUTY
• Connect Kerry Salon Design – PARADISE HAIR AND BEAUTY TRALEE
• Connect Kerry Facial Specialist in association with Scotia Clinic- LINDA O CONNOR TRUE BEAUTY KILLARNEY
• Connect Kerry One to watch in the Beauty Industry- CLIODHNA FOLEY
• Connect Kerry Hair Extension specialist of the year in association with Hairworks Hair and Beauty- CHANNELLE HURLEY COCO COTTAGE
• Connect Kerry One to watch in the Hair industry- SHAN MCCARTHY SHANS BARBERS
• Connect Kerry Barbering and Male Grooming in association with CHRC at the Bons Secours Hospital JOEL VESEY CLAUDE MONTE
• Connect Kerry Outstanding Knowledge of chosen industry SEAN TAAFFE
• Connect Kerry Best Blow Dry in association Noras Slimming World RACHEL DALY BRUSH N BLUSH
• Connect Kerry Years of Service to the Beauty Industry ELLEN BURNS BEAUTY BY THE BEACH
• Connect Kerry Cutting and Restyling Specialist in association with Garnish Island Gin KELLIE HOULIHAN ASPIRE
• Connect Kerry Years of service to the Hair Industry-TARA BOUGHEN HAIR KILLARNEY
• Connect Kerry Colour Technician in association with Hannons of Castleisland EDEL O DONOGHUE IMAGE HAIR
• Connect Kerry Outstanding Contribution to the Hair Industry- LOUISE KELLIHER HAIR HAVEN CAMP
• Connect Kerry Wedding /Occasion Hair Specialist in association with L’Oreal Professional- ASHLING CARROLL STYLE COUNCIL
• Connect Kerry Business Development award- VOGUE HAIR AND BEAUTY TRALEE
• Connect Kerry Waxing / Threading Specialist in association with Brush n Blush Hair Salon. SINEAD MORIARTY BLUSH BEAUTY
• Connect Kerry Outstanding Contribution to the Beauty Industry-SUTHATHIP LEWKIMJU KNOWN AS BELL AT THE ASANGA SPA
• Connect Kerry Nail Technician in association with Emma Quirke Hair. –MAGGIE BEGLEY MAGGIES NAILS
• Connect Kerry Excellence in Customer Service- NADUR SPA AT BALLYGARRY.
• Connect Kerry Brow /Lash Specialist in association with Expose Design- MICHAELA SUGRUE
• Connect Kerry Best Start up – LITTLE ROSEBUDS PAMPER PARLOUR
• Connect Kerry Wedding and Occasion Make-up specialist in association with The Rose Hotel- ASHLING O LEARY BEAUTY ROOMS KENMARE
• Connect Kerry Best use of social media – NIKKI REIDY NIKKIS BOUTIQUE HAIR KILORGLIN
• Connect Kerry Make-Up Artist of the year in association with Sanctuary Beauty Academy Tralee – ANNETTE O BRIEN MAKE UP ARTIST
Cathy Duggan and Margaret O’Connor at the Connect Kerry Hair and Beauty Awards in The Rose Hotel on Sunday. Photo by Dermot Crean.Nicki Minea and Shauna O’Shea at the Connect Kerry Hair and Beauty Awards in The Rose Hotel on Sunday. Photo by Dermot CreanKatie McCoy, Amy O’Donoghue, Emma Barrett, Egija Adamane and Sharon O’Sullivan from Vogue Hair and Beauty Tralee at the Connect Kerry Hair and Beauty Awards in The Rose Hotel on Sunday. Photo by Dermot Crean.Sonali Flynn at the jewellery stand at the Connect Kerry Hair and Beauty Awards in The Rose Hotel on Sunday. Photo by Dermot CreanMonika Dukarska and Agnieszka Dukarska at the Connect Kerry Hair and Beauty Awards in The Rose Hotel on Sunday. Photo by Dermot Crean.Christina Hurley, Noelle Casey and Nicole Casey from Vogue Hair and Beauty at the Connect Kerry Hair and Beauty Awards in The Rose Hotel on Sunday. Photo by Dermot CreanNiall Casey and Sarah Landers at the Connect Kerry Hair and Beauty Awards in The Rose Hotel on Sunday. Photo by Dermot Crean.Zara O’Shea, Chanelle Hurley, Claire Reidy and Aoife O’Connor at the Connect Kerry Hair and Beauty Awards in The Rose Hotel on Sunday. Photo by Dermot CreanIlona McCubbrey, Tara Boughen, Clodagh Boughen, Gemma Nott and Caroline Coakley at the Connect Kerry Hair and Beauty Awards in The Rose Hotel on Sunday. Photo by Dermot Crean.Jasmine Kelly and Norma Costello at the Connect Kerry Hair and Beauty Awards in The Rose Hotel on Sunday. Photo by Dermot CreanShane Riordan, Katie Kearney, Hanna Lynchehan, Shannon Murphy, Emma Quirke and Aileen Riordan at the Connect Kerry Hair and Beauty Awards in The Rose Hotel on Sunday. Photo by Dermot Crean.Mary Sugrue and Caroline O’Halloran at the Connect Kerry Hair and Beauty Awards in The Rose Hotel on Sunday. Photo by Dermot CreanNiamh O’Carroll and Claire O’Sullivan at the Connect Kerry Hair and Beauty Awards in The Rose Hotel on Sunday. Photo by Dermot Crean.Amy Reidy, Cliodhna Foley and Nikki Reidy at the Connect Kerry Hair and Beauty Awards in The Rose Hotel on Sunday. Photo by Dermot CreanKayleigh O’Mahony and Caroline Hennessy at the Connect Kerry Hair and Beauty Awards in The Rose Hotel on Sunday. Photo by Dermot CreanShania O’Sullivan and Alanna Kiely at the Connect Kerry Hair and Beauty Awards in The Rose Hotel on Sunday. Photo by Dermot Crean.Veronika Klisina with Hugo at the Connect Kerry Hair and Beauty Awards in The Rose Hotel on Sunday. Photo by Dermot CreanCourtney Griffin, Ronan Mitchell and Clodagh Moore at the Connect Kerry Hair and Beauty Awards in The Rose Hotel on Sunday. Photo by Dermot CreanMary McCaffrey at the Connect Kerry Hair and Beauty Awards in The Rose Hotel on Sunday. Photo by Dermot CreanRachel O’Sullivan, Georgia Fitzpatrick and Aisling O’Leary from The Beauty Rooms in Kenmare at the Connect Kerry Hair and Beauty Awards in The Rose Hotel on Sunday. Photo by Dermot Crean
.Carleen O’Shea, Susan Barber, Alana Foley, Kimberley Walker, Kate Moroney and Ciara O’Sullivan from Sean Taaffe at the Connect Kerry Hair and Beauty Awards in The Rose Hotel on Sunday. Photo by Dermot Crean
THE Connect Kerry Hair and Beauty Awards are taking place in The Rose Hotel on Sunday evening and it’s a very glamorous affair.
Over 270 people from the beauty industry in Kerry are attending with many being recognised for their dedication and performance in the industry.
Several honorary awards will also be announced on the night and one person will be recognised with the Lifetime Achievement Award.
We were there earlier to take some photos as the guests arrived. We’ll have loads more pics tomorrow and the list of winners from the stylish event. Scroll down for photos…
Laura Holly, Marie Sweeney and Sharon O’Mahony at the Connect Kerry Hair and Beauty Awards in The Rose Hotel on Sunday. Photo by Dermot Crean.Milica and Alexander Lazic at the Connect Kerry Hair and Beauty Awards in The Rose Hotel on Sunday. Photo by Dermot CreanTara O’Halloran Cronin and John Cronin at the Connect Kerry Hair and Beauty Awards in The Rose Hotel on Sunday. Photo by Dermot Crean.Kathleen Yushchenko, Francesca Apostoli, Breda Murphy, Justin Tuason and Noranne Keane from Sean Taaffe’s Killarney at the Connect Kerry Hair and Beauty Awards in The Rose Hotel on Sunday. Photo by Dermot CreanAmy O’Donnell, Abbie O’Donnell, Jodie O’Donnell and Jake Hayes from Hair Haven in Camp at the Connect Kerry Hair and Beauty Awards in The Rose Hotel on Sunday. Photo by Dermot Crean.Kirsty Cunnigham, Edel Joy, Naomi Travers, Natasha Tobin and Robin O’Keeffe from Paradise in Tralee at the Connect Kerry Hair and Beauty Awards in The Rose Hotel on Sunday. Photo by Dermot CreanMichelle O’Connor, Siobhan Gilbert, Maeve Enright and Joe Lyne at the Connect Kerry Hair and Beauty Awards in The Rose Hotel on Sunday. Photo by Dermot Crean.Carina Bennett, Ellen Burns and Maura Walsh from Beauty By The Beach in Ballybunion at the Connect Kerry Hair and Beauty Awards in The Rose Hotel on Sunday. Photo by Dermot CreanOrla Sadler and Emily O’Flaherty from Rose’s Hair Studio Ballybunion at the Connect Kerry Hair and Beauty Awards in The Rose Hotel on Sunday. Photo by Dermot Crean.Orla Sheahan, Ava O’Donoghue, Rachel Daly and Lauren O’Sullivan at the Connect Kerry Hair and Beauty Awards in The Rose Hotel on Sunday. Photo by Dermot CreanMargaret Moriarty and Sinead Moriarty at the Connect Kerry Hair and Beauty Awards in The Rose Hotel on Sunday. Photo by Dermot Crean.Shannon O’Rourke and Mairead Evans at the Connect Kerry Hair and Beauty Awards in The Rose Hotel on Sunday. Photo by Dermot CreanMegan Arnopp and Dwight Bacalso at the Connect Kerry Hair and Beauty Awards in The Rose Hotel on Sunday. Photo by Dermot Crean.Francis and Geraldine O’Sullivan at the Connect Kerry Hair and Beauty Awards in The Rose Hotel on Sunday. Photo by Dermot CreanEdel Crowley, Courtney Griffin and Clodagh Moore at the Connect Kerry Hair and Beauty Awards in The Rose Hotel on Sunday. Photo by Dermot Crean.Patricia Horgan, Shauna Baitson and Patrice Nugent at the Connect Kerry Hair and Beauty Awards in The Rose Hotel on Sunday. Photo by Dermot CreanNoreen Middleton and Mairead Bowen at the Connect Kerry Hair and Beauty Awards in The Rose Hotel on Sunday. Photo by Dermot Crean.
.Some of the crowd at the Connect Kerry Hair and Beauty Awards at The Rose Hotel back in March of 2020. Photo by Dermot Crean
IT’s your final chance to nominate someone for the Connect Kerry Hair and Beauty Awards taking place next month.
Over 400 ladies and gentlemen from the beauty industry in Kerry have been recognised for their dedication and performance in the hair and beauty Industry in Kerry since the awards were first presented in 2017.
The closing date for nominations for prospective recipients of awards must be submitted by Monday, February 14.
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The Publisher of Connect Kerry Magazine, Margaret Kissane, said: “The awards celebrate and recognize the enormous talent and success of those who either own or work in the beauty business in Kerry.
“They are inspirational leaders and role models to their colleagues and those wishing to enter the beauty business in the future. We have been so long without a reason to get dressed up and have some fun this is the ideal way to reconnect with each other and recognise what is one of Kerry’s biggest industries.”
The 20 award categories are open to all in the hair and beauty business in Kerry, and when submitting the nominations they ask you to include the name contact details and why you are nominating them, to info@connectpublications.ie and they will then get in touch with the nominee.
Several honorary awards will be announced on the night and of course one person will be recognised with the Lifetime Achievement Award.
There will be a voting process where the public will be able to vote online — this will open on March 3 and will remain open until March 12 — and there will also be a Judging Panel which will comprise of individuals who have started or managed successful businesses throughout the county and beyond.
The names of the Judges will be announced in the coming weeks. The 2022 Connect Kerry Hair and Beauty Awards will be staged at The Rose Hotel on Sunday, March 20 which kicks off with a drinks reception at 3pm, four-course dinner with fine wines at 4pm.
The Awards Ceremony is at 5.30pm followed by the famous afterparty to dance the night away. Each guest will be treated to a goodie bag full of amazing treats valued at over €60 tickets are available for €90 + vat. For more information, contact info@connectpublications.ie
.Marie Sweeney and Meaghan Ní Raghlaigh at the Connect Kerry Ladies Lunch on Sunday at The Ashe Hotel. Photo by Dermot Crean
A FABULOUS afternoon of food and fashion was held at The Ashe Hotel on Sunday as Connect Kerry hosted their annual pre-Christmas Ladies Lunch.
Guests arrived at 1pm with bubbly, gin, and other treats, served up before lunch was served at 2pm with fine wines.
There was fashion advice from Danny Leane of Annburys while Mary O’Donnell from the Bon Secours Cosmetic & Hair Restoration Clinic explained what services are available at their new state of the art service.
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Goodie bags were also packed with luxury treats for all guests attending. There was also a charity raffle supporting the Phoenix Women’s Centre.
The event was held responsibly, numbers were limited with the covid vaccination confirmation required at the door to facilitate the safe attendance of guests. Scroll down for photos…
Gráinne Ryle and Jane Kerrisk at the Connect Kerry Ladies Lunch on Sunday at The Ashe Hotel. Photo by Dermot Crean.Catherine White and Lorraine Flanagan at the Connect Kerry Ladies Lunch on Sunday at The Ashe Hotel. Photo by Dermot CreanJo Arbon and Claire Kelly at the Connect Kerry Ladies Lunch on Sunday at The Ashe Hotel. Photo by Dermot Crean.Marie Hutchinson, Sandra O’Callaghan, Angela Enright, Maura Hanrahan and Kathleen O’Shea at the Connect Kerry Ladies Lunch on Sunday at The Ashe Hotel. Photo by Dermot CreanLinda Dennehy and Mags Lacey at the Connect Kerry Ladies Lunch on Sunday at The Ashe Hotel. Photo by Dermot Crean.
Rasha Amin and Ciara Samy at the Connect Kerry Ladies Lunch on Sunday at The Ashe Hotel. Photo by Dermot CreanMary Roche and Marian O’Connell at the Connect Kerry Ladies Lunch on Sunday at The Ashe Hotel. Photo by Dermot Crean.Nicola Lawless, Dee Keogh, Mandy Landers, Marian Fitzgerald and Michelle Roche at the Connect Kerry Ladies Lunch on Sunday at The Ashe Hotel. Photo by Dermot CreanRachel Ward, Carrie Ann Clifford, Joanne Bowler and Phil Lynch at the Connect Kerry Ladies Lunch on Sunday at The Ashe Hotel. Photo by Dermot Crean.Maeve Enright, Lesley Dennehy and Mary Dennehy at the Connect Kerry Ladies Lunch on Sunday at The Ashe Hotel. Photo by Dermot CreanNorma O’Shea and Aoife Breen at the Connect Kerry Ladies Lunch on Sunday at The Ashe Hotel. Photo by Dermot Crean.Catriona Murphy and Nicole Shafi at the Connect Kerry Ladies Lunch on Sunday at The Ashe Hotel. Photo by Dermot CreanColette Price and Mary Dolan at the Connect Kerry Ladies Lunch on Sunday at The Ashe Hotel. Photo by Dermot Crean.Mary Murphy and Mary Reidy at the Connect Kerry Ladies Lunch on Sunday at The Ashe Hotel. Photo by Dermot CreanMary O’Donnell and Pascal Thiebut at the Connect Kerry Ladies Lunch on Sunday at The Ashe Hotel. Photo by Dermot Crean.Nicola Lawless and Dee Keogh at the Connect Kerry Ladies Lunch on Sunday at The Ashe Hotel. Photo by Dermot CreanTeresa Parkinson, Breeda Hurley and Miriam Owens at the Connect Kerry Ladies Lunch on Sunday at The Ashe Hotel. Photo by Dermot Crean.Maria Lovell and Nora O’Mahony at the Connect Kerry Ladies Lunch on Sunday at The Ashe Hotel. Photo by Dermot Crean
.Connect Kerry’s Margaret Kissane and Shauna Cashell of Stylesearch.ie looking forward to the Connect Ladies Lunch at The Ashe Hotel on November 28. Photo: John Walsh
CONNECT Kerry is preparing to host a fantastic event later this month, bringing ladies together safely for an afternoon of food and fashion.
While it couldn’t go ahead for obvious reasons last year, their annual Ladies Lunch returns and take place at The Ashe Hotel on Sunday, November 28.
They have a fantastic day lined up kicking off at 1pm with bubbly, gin, and other treats, lunch will be served at 2pm with fine wines and there will be a host of entertainment for the afternoon.
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This will include how to restyle your wardrobe with founder and CEO of fashion site stylesearch.ie Shauna Cashell, who will dispense some great advice on the day.
The Bon Secours Cosmetic & Hair Restoration Clinic will also explain what services are available at their new state of the art service The new Cosmetic and Hair Restoration Clinic (CHRC) at the Bon Secours Hospital Tralee.
The goodie bags are packed with luxury treats for all guests attending.
The day itself will have a charity raffle as always strongly supported by the local businesses of the county and this year’s will support the Phoenix Women’s Centre.
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Speaking at the launch organizer Margaret Kissane said; “In these strange times we are in its so difficult to organize events, but the time has come to realise that after all this time Covid is going to be here for some time to come and we have to find a balance and live with it. Our event will be operating the requested covid control procedures with covid cert confirmation at the door, we will also be carrying out temperature checks to facilitate the safe attendance of our guests.”
“Our numbers capacity is greatly reduced on other events like this, but again it’s for safety and comfort of our guest and we look forward to welcoming you all to a great day out to kick off Christmas and reconnect with your friends,” added Margaret, who can contacted on 086 2408237 for ticket details.
THE Connect Kerry Hair and Beauty Awards are now open for nominations.
The glam event which takes place on Sunday March 1 at The Rose Hotel, Tralee, is inviting you to tell us who you feel is deserving of an award in the Beauty Industry.
“The Connect Kerry Hair and Beauty Awards honor all who work daily in salons and spas all over the county,” said Margaret Kissane, Publishing Editor, Connect Magazine.
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“These people deserve to be recognized and we are delighted to reward them for the work they do every day to make us all look good and feel great. It’s fabulous to get nominated for any award when you work hard at what you do, but to be recognized locally among your peers is always extra special. It is a wonderful day for networking and connecting in the industry and lots of new friendships are made every year.”
If you wish to nominate yourself or someone you feel is deserving please send in no more than 100 words who and why along with contact details for the nominee to margaret@connectpublications.ie or info@connectpublications.ie
The categories are:
Connect Kerry Wedding and Occasion Make-up
Connect Kerry Brow /Lash Specialist
Connect Kerry Nail Technician
Connect Kerry Waxing Threading Specialist
Connect Kerry Tanning Specialist
Connect Kerry Wedding and Occasion Hair.
Connect Kerry Colour Technician
Connect Kerry Cutting and Re-styling Specialist
Connect Kerry Best Blow Dry
Connect Kerry Facial Specialist
Connect Kerry Cosmetic Procedure
Connect Kerry Massage Specialist
Connect Kerry Best Hair Extensions
Connect Kerry Male Grooming Specialist
Connect Kerry Junior Hair Trainee
Connect Kerry Junior Beauty Trainee
Connect Kerry Spa of the Year
Connect Kerry Counter Salon/Spa Manager
Connect Kerry Hair Salon of the year
Connect Beauty Salon of the year.
There are also several honorary award winners on the evening including the overall award of the evening the lifetime achievement award which has recognized many great people in the industry to date. For more information please contact Margaret on 086 2408237.
.Frances Harty, Samantha Clifford and Marie Baker at the Connect Kerry Ladies Lunch at The Ashe Hotel on Sunday afternoon. Photo by Dermot Crean
THE party season in Tralee drew to a close on Sunday and Connect Kerry’s annual Ladies Lunch and Fashion Afternoon was a fitting way to see it out.
Around 80 ladies were in attendance at the event in The Ashe Hotel and they enjoyed some Skellig Gin or bubbly on arrival and could browse the fashion, crafts and food stands before going into the main room for a delicious four course luncheon with fine wines.
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MC for the afternoon was Mary McCaffrey and there was fashion from local boutiques showcasing the latest styles. Emma Quirke Hair and Romy Birdthistle from Paradise Beauty were on hand to provide many beauty tips and tricks.
In keeping with the tradition of the lunch supporting a local causes/schools, Tralee CBS Primary School will benefit from the raffle. Scroll down for photos…
Eileen Whelan and Audrey Moran at the Connect Kerry Ladies Lunch at The Ashe Hotel on Sunday afternoon. Photo by Dermot Crean.Hanna Kelliher, Rose Kelliher, Lisa Martin and Emma at the Connect Kerry Ladies Lunch at The Ashe Hotel on Sunday afternoon. Photo by Dermot CreanMarie Hutchinson, Sandra O’Callaghan, Angela Enright and Maura Hanrahan at the Connect Kerry Ladies Lunch at The Ashe Hotel on Sunday afternoon. Photo by Dermot Crean.Marion O’Connor and Eleanor Stack at the Connect Kerry Ladies Lunch at The Ashe Hotel on Sunday afternoon. Photo by Dermot CreanEllen Griffin and Jade Cuthbert at the Connect Kerry Ladies Lunch at The Ashe Hotel on Sunday afternoon. Photo by Dermot Crean.Mags Kissane of Connect Kerry and MC for the afternoon, Mary McCaffrey, at the Connect Kerry Ladies Lunch at The Ashe Hotel on Sunday afternoon. Photo by Dermot CreanPhil Gildea, May Nolan and Eileen Doherty at the Connect Kerry Ladies Lunch at The Ashe Hotel on Sunday afternoon. Photo by Dermot Crean.Magdalena Hennessy and Donna Kazmerczak at the Connect Kerry Ladies Lunch at The Ashe Hotel on Sunday afternoon. Photo by Dermot CreanCatherine White and Lorraine Flanagan at the Connect Kerry Ladies Lunch at The Ashe Hotel on Sunday afternoon. Photo by Dermot Crean.Siobhan Ryle, Karen Walsh, Katie Fox and Sarah Barry at the Connect Kerry Ladies Lunch at The Ashe Hotel on Sunday afternoon. Photo by Dermot CreanNorma O’Shea and Lisa O’Connell at the Connect Kerry Ladies Lunch at The Ashe Hotel on Sunday afternoon. Photo by Dermot Crean.Denise Fleming and Laura Hartnett at the Connect Kerry Ladies Lunch at The Ashe Hotel on Sunday afternoon. Photo by Dermot CreanOrla Walsh of Ballydonoghue Cookery School at the Connect Kerry Ladies Lunch at The Ashe Hotel on Sunday afternoon. Photo by Dermot Crean.Joan Jill, Ciara Hill, Angela Moloney and Sinead Connolly at the Connect Kerry Ladies Lunch at The Ashe Hotel on Sunday afternoon. Photo by Dermot CreanMary Collins Griffin and Mary Lane at the Connect Kerry Ladies Lunch at The Ashe Hotel on Sunday afternoon. Photo by Dermot Crean.
.Lorna Galvin, Ann Kahraman, Catherine Daly and Geraldine Cassidy of Cassidy’s Restaurant at the Connect Kerry Hospitality Awards at the INEC Killarney on Wednesday night. Photo by Dermot Crean
EARLIER we brought you the results and images from a glitzy night the Connect Kerry Hospitality Awards in the INEC Killarney(click here for details of winners).
Over 300 guests enjoyed a night of great food and entertainment as nominees from bars, restaurants and hotels were rewarded for their hard work. Here’s the rest of our photos of the wonderful style on the night…
Máire Mangan, Mary Evans, Imelda Coffey, Fiona Cronin and Louise Devaney of Hotel Killarney, at the Connect Kerry Hospitality Awards at the INEC Killarney on Wednesday night. Photo by Dermot Crean.Colm Bambury, Gillian Sheehy, Ruairí Brosnan, Eilish Ní Chearna and Páidí Moriarty of Dingle Slea Head Tours, at the Connect Kerry Hospitality Awards at the INEC Killarney on Wednesday night. Photo by Dermot CreanJudy O’Leary, Kevin Tiernan and Lauren Fitzgerald of Malarkey/Kitty O’Shea’s at the Connect Kerry Hospitality Awards at the INEC Killarney on Wednesday night. Photo by Dermot Crean.Madeleine Doyle, Mark Sullivan, Aisling Foley and Kyle Rostron of The Rose Hotel at the Connect Kerry Hospitality Awards at the INEC Killarney on Wednesday night. Photo by Dermot CreanJudy Palmer, Margaret Doyle, Anne Delahayden, Noreen Nagle, Sheila Taylor and Michelle Harrington of Hotel Killarney at the Connect Kerry Hospitality Awards at the INEC Killarney on Wednesday night. Photo by Dermot Crean.Jennifer Kissane, Catriona Kennedy and Lisa Martin at the Connect Kerry Hospitality Awards at the INEC Killarney on Wednesday night. Photo by Dermot CreanSarah Pierce, Jennifer Fealey, Rhiannon Cremins, Orla O’Driscoll, Maria Fedakova, Roisin O’Sullivan and John O’Donovan of O’Donoghue Ring Hotels at the Connect Kerry Hospitality Awards at the INEC Killarney on Wednesday night. Photo by Dermot Crean.Evan O’Donoghue, Shane Spillane, Carly Lewis and Christian Baldencker of The Moorings at the Connect Kerry Hospitality Awards at the INEC Killarney on Wednesday night. Photo by Dermot CreanEugene Farrelly and Susan Farrelly of the West End Bar at the Connect Kerry Hospitality Awards at the INEC Killarney on Wednesday night. Photo by Dermot Crean.Carmel McKenna, Francesca O’Sullivan, Maggie O’Connor Fiona Nealon and Patrice O’Callaghan of the Listowel Arms at the Connect Kerry Hospitality Awards at the INEC Killarney on Wednesday night. Photo by Dermot CreanCliona Foley, Niamh Sheehan, Pat Sheehan, Nicola Lynch and Anne Foley at the Connect Kerry Hospitality Awards at the INEC Killarney on Wednesday night. Photo by Dermot Crean.Paul and Deirdre Ruane with Emer and Ken Tobin at the Connect Kerry Hospitality Awards at the INEC Killarney on Wednesday night. Photo by Dermot CreanOllie Favier, Andrea Indre, Deirdre Casey and Ciaran Moriarty of The Shire at the Connect Kerry Hospitality Awards at the INEC Killarney on Wednesday night. Photo by Dermot Crean.Fiona Kirby, John Harty and Chad Byrne at the Connect Kerry Hospitality Awards at the INEC Killarney on Wednesday night. Photo by Dermot CreanThe scene is set for the Connect Kerry Hospitality Awards at the INEC on Wednesday night. Photo by Dermot Crean.
.Fiona Kirby, Kevin Cotter, Eilish and Aidan Teahon, Noreen O’Mahony and Lukas Rusak of Kirby’s Brogue Inn at the Connect Kerry Hospitality Awards at the INEC Killarney on Wednesday night. Photo by Dermot Crean
THE proprietor of Ballygarry House Hotel and Spa in Tralee, Pádraig McGillicuddy, was the winner of the Lifetime Achievement Award at the 2019 Connect Kerry Hospitality Awards last night in the INEC Killarney.
He was one of 30 recipients at the gala event which celebrated all those who have contributed to the hospitality industry in Kerry over the past year.
Pádraig McGillicuddy.
The former President of Tralee Chamber Alliance and Chairman of Holiday Tralee, Pádraig McGillicuddy runs a hotel that has been an integral part of the Kerry community for over sixty years.
The event organiser and publisher of Connect Kerry Magazine, Margaret Kissane, said: “Kerry’s hospitality industry is admired throughout the country and internationally and it needs to have its own special event to showcase and acknowledge the high standards of product and service provided in this sector. It was a joy to be in the company of so many dedicated people who each play a part in the success of Kerry as a world leader in the tourism sector.”
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Many of the winners were chosen through a public vote and such was the enormity of the response, the Connect Kerry Hospitality Awards are a true reflection of how much the nominees are regarded by the public they serve from Dingle to Killarney, from Tralee to Valentia and from Listowel to Killorglin.
“The Connect Kerry Hospitality Awards could not happen without the support of the generous sponsors, the Judges and support team, to whom I’m most grateful,” said Margaret Kissane.
Well known broadcaster and media consultant, John Drummey, was the MC for the event. The following are the categories and winners on the night…
PEOPLE’S CHOICE AWARDS
• Bartender of the Year in association with Dingle Gin – Neil O’Shea, The Greyhound Bar Tralee
• Restaurant Server of the Year in association with Tralee Chamber Alliance – Susan Farrelly, West End Bar and Restaurant Fenit
• Receptionist of the Year in association with EF Signs – Elaine Young Ballygarry House Hotel
• Marketing Executive in association with Exposé Design – Sean McDermott, The Brehon Hotel
• Concierge / Porter of the Year – Maksim Juric, Muckross Park Hotel
• Chef of the Year in association with Rural Food Skillnet – Pat Moynihan, Kirby’s Brogue Inn, Tralee
• Accommodation Department in association with Connect Kerry Business Club – Andella Hayden, Hotel Killarney
• Hotel Manager of the Year in association with South Kerry Skillnet – Ruth O’Sullivan, The Ashe and Manor West Hotel Group, Tralee
• Wedding Manager of the Year in association with Music Venue Connect – Thys Vogls, Ballygarry House Hotel
• Restaurant Manager of the Year in association with Chef Collab – Aidan Teahan, Kirby’s Brogue Inn, Tralee
• Best Café, in association with The Café at Ballyseedy – Bean in Dingle
• Best Seafood Experience in association with Taste Kerry – The Moorings Bar and Restaurant, Portmagee
• Best Bar Food Experience in association with Sean Kissane Meats – The Oaks Hotel Killarney
• Best Fine Dining Experience In association with IT Tralee – Lord Kenmare’s Restaurant, Killarney
• Best Casual Dining in association with Kerry College of Further Education – Dott’s Bar, The Rose Hotel
• Publican of the Year in association with John Drummey Communications – Ollie Favier, The Shire Bar, Killarney
• Bar of the Year in association with Kirby’s Brogue Inn – Scotts Bar, Killarney
• Hotel of the Year in association with Kerry Airport – Ballygarry House Hotel, Tralee
• Restaurant of the Year in association with Terra Food and Wines Tralee – Cassidy’s Restaurant Tralee
• Best Family Entertainment Venue in association with Video DJ Kerry – Sandy Feet Farm Camp
• Best Hotel Spa in association with HQ Kerry – The Asanga Spa at The Brehon Hotel
• Best Wedding Venue in association with John Walsh Wedding Photography – Ballyseede Castle
• Best Caravan-Camping Provider in association with Kerry Motor Works – Green Acres Castlegregory
• Best Newcomer in association with the Gleneagle Group – Kitty O’Shea’s Killarney
• Best Tour Operator in association with Kerry Executive Travel – Dingle Slea Head Tours
HONORARY AWARDS
• The Connect Kerry Overall Customer Service Award – Catherine Moriarty Cassidy’s Tralee
• The Connect Kerry Luxury Hotel Experience – Muckross Park Hotel Killarney
• The Connect Kerry Social Media Award- Sol Y Sombra Killorglin
• The Connect Kerry Team of the Year – Listowel Arms Hotel
• The Connect Kerry Years of Service to Chosen Industry – Esther McCarthy, Ballyseede Castle
• The Connect Kerry Best Tourist Bar of the Year – Sean Óg’s Bar, Tralee
• The Connect Kerry Best Live Music Venue – JM Reidy’s
• The Connect Kerry One to Watch – The Fish Box Dingle
• The Connect Kerry Specialist in their Chosen Industry – O’Callaghan Coach Holidays
• The Connect Kerry Family Business of the Year – The Oyster Tavern
• The Connect Kerry Best Gastro Pub – McMunns, Ballybunion
• The Connect Kerry Readers’ Choice Award – Kathleen Nelligan, Lord Kenmare’s
• The Connect Kerry Best Family Dining Experience – Yummy Café, Tralee
• The Connect Kerry Best Home Cooking Experience – The Little Cheese Shop, Tralee
• The Connect Kerry Sunday Lunch Experience – Gally’s Bar and Restaurant Tralee
• The Connect Kerry Rising Star – Daniel MacMonagle, Scotts Bar, Killarney
• The Connect Kerry Best Hotel Bar – Alfie’s Bar at The Ashe Hotel
• The Connect Kerry Best Boutique Hotel Experience – Killarney Royal Hotel
• The Connect Kerry Unsung Hero Within The Industry – Odhran Lucey, The Rose Hotel
• The Connect Kerry People’s Choice Award – Roisin O’Sullivan Café du Parc
• The Connect Kerry Best Cocktail Experience – Dale Kelly, Killarney Grand Hotel
• The Connect Kerry Best Guesthouse – Teach De Broc, Ballybunion
• The Connect Kerry Editor’s Choice Award – Mark Sullivan, The Rose Hotel
• The Connect Kerry Lifetime Achievement Award – Padraig McGillicuddy, Ballygarry House Hotel.SCROLL DOWN FOR PHOTOS FROM THE NIGHT….
Catherine Pfutzner and Lucy Koranova of the Gleneagle Hotel at the Connect Kerry Hospitality Awards at the INEC Killarney on Wednesday night. Photo by Dermot Crean.MC for the evening John Drummey at the Connect Kerry Hospitality Awards at the INEC Killarney on Wednesday night. Photo by Dermot CreanDerek Carroll, Peter Bayer and Tara Wheatcroft of The Imperial Hotel, Tralee, at the Connect Kerry Hospitality Awards at the INEC Killarney on Wednesday night. Photo by Dermot Crean.Juan Calleja of Terra Foods, Jose Luis Barrero of Delicious Coffee Bar and Alberto Mendoza of Terra Foods at the Connect Kerry Hospitality Awards at the INEC Killarney on Wednesday night. Photo by Dermot CreanMaeve Ellen O’Brien, Jim McGrath, Darren Thibeaud, Avni Eziri, Margo McGrath and Julie McGrath of The Oyster Tavern at the Connect Kerry Hospitality Awards at the INEC Killarney on Wednesday night. Photo by Dermot Crean.Sean McDermott and Sharon Devine of The Brehon Hotel at the Connect Kerry Hospitality Awards at the INEC Killarney on Wednesday night. Photo by Dermot CreanStephen Doyle, Elaine Young, Thys Vogels and Donal Harte of Ballygarry House Hotel at the Connect Kerry Hospitality Awards at the INEC Killarney on Wednesday night. Photo by Dermot Crean.Sinead Walsh and Eleanor Wall of Sandy Feet Farm at the Connect Kerry Hospitality Awards at the INEC Killarney on Wednesday night. Photo by Dermot CreanEwelina and Jacek Miciaszek at the Connect Kerry Hospitality Awards at the INEC Killarney on Wednesday night. Photo by Dermot Crean.Kevin Cotter, Kathleen Hey, Neil O’Shea, Fiona Kirby, Pat and Anne Moynihan at the Connect Kerry Hospitality Awards at the INEC Killarney on Wednesday night. Photo by Dermot CreanMarian O’Connor and Kathleen Nelligan of Lord Kenmare/Murphy’s Bar, Killarney and Deirdre Casey from The Shire, Killarney at the Connect Kerry Hospitality Awards at the INEC Killarney on Wednesday night. Photo by Dermot Crean.Aisling Foley of The Rose Hotel and Mary McQuinn of the INEC at the Connect Kerry Hospitality Awards at the INEC Killarney on Wednesday night. Photo by Dermot CreanMichele King, Susan Kelly, Dick Henggeler, Siobhan Gilbert and Marie McMahon from The Rose Hotel at the Connect Kerry Hospitality Awards at the INEC Killarney on Wednesday night. Photo by Dermot Crean.Sian Cahill and Bernie O’Donoghue from The Muckross Park Hotel with Aoife O’Reilly from South Kerry Skillnet at the Connect Kerry Hospitality Awards at the INEC Killarney on Wednesday night. Photo by Dermot CreanThe scene is set for the Connect Kerry Hospitality Awards at the INEC on Wednesday night. Photo by Dermot Crean
For more photos of the style on the night CLICK HERE
.Pupils Grainne O’Donnell and Christian O’Sullivan Dunne with just two of the 12 iPads presented to St Brendan’s NS Blennerville, by Margaret Kissane of Connect Kerry, pictured at back with Principal Robbie O’Connell. Photo by Dermot Crean
CONNECT Kerry has delivered not one, not two, but 12 Apple iPads to Blennerville National School as a result of their ‘Support your Local School’ initiative.
Complete with storage cases and wireless keyboards these iPads will make a huge difference to the school said Principal, Robbie O’Connell.
“Blennerville NS were very fortunate to be Connect Kerry’s school for 2019. We won a competitive online poll and were thrilled to do so. We are extremely grateful to Connect Kerry and Margaret Kissane for the iPads we received today,” he said.
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“These iPads will go a long way towards helping us to fulfil our digital learning strategy and each and every child will get an opportunity to engage with an iPad in a fun and educational way. iPads are an excellent resource to compliment work and to reinforce work done in class.
Margaret Kissane, Publisher and Editor of Connect Magazine was at the school on Tuesday to present the iPads.
“For many years now we have always supported local with our events here in Connect and we are proud to say we have raised lots of funding for many charities over the years, however our new ‘Support your Local School’ initiative has been well received over the past two years, it enables us to give something back to that area of our community, Its imperative that in an era of technology kids will learn to use and understand this technology properly to take them safely into their teenage years,” said Margaret.
“We are already in the process of choosing the school that will benefit from the next school years fundraising activities, our five finalists will be announced on Monday November 11 and the public can vote for their favorite with the winning school being announced on Friday, November 15. We thank all those who support our events by attending and providing spot prizes as these are the people that we couldn’t not do all this without.”
A TRALEE businesswoman has been shortlisted for a national entrepreneur award. Margaret Kissane has received national recognition for her successful publishing and events group, Connect Publications.
She has been shortlisted from hundreds of nominations in the prestigious IMAGE Businesswoman of the Year Awards.
Margaret was officially announced last week in the shortlist of eight in the entrepreneur of the year (under €250k) category along with many other successful Irish businesswomen including Kathryn Thomas, Pure Results Bootcamp, Kate O’Moore, Creative Director, MAKER and Sandra Pokrant, Co-owner and Manager, Lulu + Belle.
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The 13th annual IMAGE Businesswoman of the Year Awards will be held on Monday 25th of November in the Clayton Hotel, Burlington Road, Dublin.
Margaret established Connect Kerry Magazine in April 2014. She also publishes Connect Business (Quarterly) and produces numerous events including the Connect Kerry Businesswoman of the Year Awards, Connect Kerry Hospitality Awards, Connect Kerry Ladies Luncheon and the Connect Kerry Hair and Beauty Awards.
Margaret owned the Kerry franchise for international retailer Benetton from the tender age of 17 to 21. She has also worked in marketing for Diageo, Irish Distillers, RSVP Magazine and Radio Kerry. Margaret will be supported on the night by friends and colleagues from Kerry.
.Fiona Kirby, Kirby’s Brogue Inn, John Drummey of John Drummey Communications and Bríd O’Grady, Kirby’s Brogue Inn at last year’s Connect Kerry Hospitality Awards. Photo by Dermot Crean
DO you know someone in the hospitality industry who is deserving of an award for their commitment to their customers and loyalty to their colleagues?
Nominations are currently being sought for the second annual Connect Kerry Hospitality Awards and the deadline for entries is fast approaching ahead of this year’s big celebration event which will take place at the INEC, Killarney on Wednesday, November 13.
The event organiser and publisher of Connect Kerry Magazine, Margaret Kissane, said: “Kerry’s hospitality industry is admired throughout the country and internationally and it needs to have its own special event to showcase and acknowledge the high standards of product and service provided in this sector.”
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A key aspect of the Connect Kerry Hospitality Awards is the public’s role in the process to select the category winners.
A panel of judges will assess the shortlist of nominees in the various categories and the winners will be selected based on a combination of the input from the judges and a public vote conducted through the Connect Kerry Social Media channels.
The deadline for receipt of nominations is Friday, October 25. To nominate someone, simply email the name and contact details of the nominee, the establishment they represent and why (in no more than 100 words) they deserve to be nominated, to info@connectpublications.ie.
Several honorary awards will be announced on the night and of course one person will be recognised with the Lifetime Achievement Award.
“This is an event to honour all those who have contributed to the hospitality industry in Kerry and it is open to everyone who is involved in the Hospitality Sector and we look forward to welcoming nominees, their family and friends to the gala black-tie event to announce the winners in the INEC Killarney,” said Margaret Kissane.
The Connect Kerry Hospitality Awards could not happen without the support of the generous sponsors such as – Dingle Distillery, EF Signs, Kerry Airport, South Kerry Development Partnership, Terra Food and Wines, and many more.
HOT on the heels of The Ashe Hotel hosting their ‘Gin Fest’ weekend, another event next week should attract ladies looking for a fun, fashionable night out.
Connect Kerry will host their annual Cocktails & Canapés evening, getting the girls together for an evening of fashion, beauty, health and wellness and a delicious array of canapes accompanied with wine and cocktails.
Experts on the night include Dr Mary McCaffrey talking health, Majella Duignan – nutrition, Mary O Donoghue Beauty Expert, Teresa Tangney optician, Emma Quirke Hair and Carmel Russell Fashion.
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These ladies will bring you a wealth of knowledge and will be on hand to answer all your questions, MC for the evening is the lovely Toireasa Ferris and there will be a pop up shopping village showcasing lots of offers from different businesses around the county.
Now in its third year Margaret Kissane of Connect Publications, organizer of the event, says “it’s one of the events that I particularly look forward to as it’s a causal relaxed evening for everyone to chill and enjoy. The ladies can have a catch up with each other, get lots of tips and advice from the experts in a relaxed atmosphere and avail of some great bargains in the shopping village. There really is something for everyone.”
The night is also supporting Blennerville National School. Connect Events have had Blennerville as their charity partner for the year and are looking to get the amount raised so far over the line to reach €5,000, which will be well spent on necessary equipment for the school.
To get your tickets, call 086 2408237 or email margaret@connectpublications.ie there are some limited tickets left at €35 each.
It’s also gained a well-deserved reputation as one of the most glamorous events in the social calendar, as evinced by the rest of our photos below…
Philip Doyle and Amy Smith at the Connect Kerry Women In Business Awards at The Rose Hotel on Friday night. Photo by Dermot Crean.Marisa Reidy and Jacinta Bradley at the Connect Kerry Women In Business Awards at The Rose Hotel on Friday night. Photo by Dermot CreanEileen Ashe and Mary Rose Stafford at the Connect Kerry Women In Business Awards at The Rose Hotel on Friday night. Photo by Dermot Crean.Mary B Teahan and Mairead O’Sullivan at the Connect Kerry Women In Business Awards at The Rose Hotel on Friday night. Photo by Dermot Creanat the Connect Kerry Women In Business Awards at The Rose Hotel on Friday night. Photo by Dermot Crean.Erika Quill, Caroline Quill, Louise Quill, Carmel Quill, Kelly Ann Roantree and Maeve Frawley at the Connect Kerry Women In Business Awards at The Rose Hotel on Friday night. Photo by Dermot CreanMiriam Ferriter and Erin O’Driscoll at the Connect Kerry Women In Business Awards at The Rose Hotel on Friday night. Photo by Dermot Crean.Kate O’Keeffe, Esther Lenihan, Eileen Higgins and Mag Dineen at the Connect Kerry Women In Business Awards at The Rose Hotel on Friday night. Photo by Dermot CreanDeirdre Garvey and Lisa O’Shea at the Connect Kerry Women In Business Awards at The Rose Hotel on Friday night. Photo by Dermot Crean.Diane Jeffers and Nollaig McCarthy at the Connect Kerry Women In Business Awards at The Rose Hotel on Friday night. Photo by Dermot CreanDawn Lynch, Caroline Nolan, Claire Kelly, Siobhan Whyte and Sinead O’Mahony at the Connect Kerry Women In Business Awards at The Rose Hotel on Friday night. Photo by Dermot Crean.Niamh Kelly, Darragh Long and Niamh Quirke at the Connect Kerry Women In Business Awards at The Rose Hotel on Friday night. Photo by Dermot CreanDavid Dillane and Lisa Curran at the Connect Kerry Women In Business Awards at The Rose Hotel on Friday night. Photo by Dermot Crean.Denise Fleming and Catherine Teahan at the Connect Kerry Women In Business Awards at The Rose Hotel on Friday night. Photo by Dermot CreanStephanie Hartnett, Katie Hartnett and Noreen Begley at the Connect Kerry Women In Business Awards at The Rose Hotel on Friday night. Photo by Dermot Crean.Mary Donovan and Sean Scally at the Connect Kerry Women In Business Awards at The Rose Hotel on Friday night. Photo by Dermot CreanMichael O’Neill, Ann Marie O’Neill, Patricia Casey and Noel Fitzgerald at the Connect Kerry Women In Business Awards at The Rose Hotel on Friday night. Photo by Dermot Crean.Orla Diffily, Michele King and Erin Sorensen at the Connect Kerry Women In Business Awards at The Rose Hotel on Friday night. Photo by Dermot CreanMary Lucey, Aisling Foley, Shona Houlihan, Susan Kelly and Siobhan Murphy at the Connect Kerry Women In Business Awards at The Rose Hotel on Friday night. Photo by Dermot Crean
.MC for the evening John Drummey with Special Appreciation Award recipient Ann Laide and Maurice Laide at the Connect Kerry Women In Business Awards at The Rose Hotel on Friday night. Photo by Dermot Crean
TWO women who have proved an inspiration for their hard work, professionalism and dedication over the years, were among the many ladies honoured last night at the 2019 Connect Kerry Women in Business Awards at the The Rose Hotel.
Dr Mary McCaffrey, Consultant Obstetrician and proprietor of the Scotia Clinic in Tralee was the recipient of the Lifetime Achievement Award, while a Special Appreciation Award was presented to Ann Laide, the proprietor of Caballs Toyshop on Bridge Street, Tralee.
Ann recently announced her retirement and the closure of the family business which has served customers for 99 years.
It was awarded in recognition of her family’s continued service to the parents and children of Kerry over many decades.
winner of the Connect Kerry Lifetime Achievement Award – Dr Mary McCaffrey at the Connect Kerry Women In Business Awards at The Rose Hotel on Friday night. Photo: Connect Kerry Facebook
The event organiser and publisher of Connect Magazine, Margaret Kissane, said: “It was a pleasure to once again recognise so many wonderful ladies in business from all over the county. Now in its fifth year, the awards night is the highlight of the year for so many people who are thrilled to have their work appreciated, it’s refreshing to see so many new faces each year assuring us that business is alive and well in Kerry.”
With John Drummey as MC for then evening, a total of 35 awards were presented to the winners in various categories ranging from Outstanding Manager to New Businesses across many industry sectors in Kerry.
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The Judges for the 15 nominated categories were Jim Breen of Pulse Learning and BSmart, Nathan McDonnell MD Ballyseedy Home and Garden, Helen O’Sullivan Murphy MD O’Sullivan’s Bakery while additional Honorary Awards were presented to sector heroes for being inspirational leaders and role models to their colleagues, clients and customers.
The Category and Honorary Award Winners were: (scroll down for photos)…
• Business Woman in Health and Wellness in Association with Nora’s Slimming World —Majella Duignan Nutrifit Tralee
• The Connect Kerry Most inspirational Business Woman — Helen Burns Action Coach
• The Connect Kerry Lifetime Achievement Award — Dr Mary McCaffrey Scotia Clinic Tralee
Teresa Heather, Maria Dee and Katie Fitzgerald at the Connect Kerry Women In Business Awards at The Rose Hotel on Friday night. Photo by Dermot Crean.Fiona Bailey, Laura Smith, Laura McKenna, Craig Sheehy and Geraldine McKenna at the Connect Kerry Women In Business Awards at The Rose Hotel on Friday night. Photo by Dermot CreanSean Kissane, Marion O’Connor and Philip O’Connor at the Connect Kerry Women In Business Awards at The Rose Hotel on Friday night. Photo by Dermot Crean.Catriona Kennedy and Lisa Martin at the Connect Kerry Women In Business Awards at The Rose Hotel on Friday night. Photo by Dermot CreanTriona Bowler and Eileen Whelan at the Connect Kerry Women In Business Awards at The Rose Hotel on Friday night. Photo by Dermot Crean.Sandrene Brassil, Tim Kelliher, Theresa Kelliher and Heather O’Sullivan at the Connect Kerry Women In Business Awards at The Rose Hotel on Friday night. Photo by Dermot CreanCharlotte Murphy, Marie Woulfe, Kate O’Farrell and Kate Kennedy at the Connect Kerry Women In Business Awards at The Rose Hotel on Friday night. Photo by Dermot Crean.Joan Walsh and Emily Reen at the Connect Kerry Women In Business Awards at The Rose Hotel on Friday night. Photo by Dermot CreanNora Butler and Joanne Houlihan at the Connect Kerry Women In Business Awards at The Rose Hotel on Friday night. Photo by Dermot Crean.Denise Hanbidge and Shannon Hanbidge at the Connect Kerry Women In Business Awards at The Rose Hotel on Friday night. Photo by Dermot CreanJacinta Bradley, Belinda Broderick, Siobhan McSweeney and Carol Barry at the Connect Kerry Women In Business Awards at The Rose Hotel on Friday night. Photo by Dermot Crean.Jonathan Foley, Aisling Foley, Barry Murphy, Gemma Healy Murphy, Stephen Healy and Aileen Healy at the Connect Kerry Women In Business Awards at The Rose Hotel on Friday night. Photo by Dermot CreanColm Gallagher and Mary Mullins at the Connect Kerry Women In Business Awards at The Rose Hotel on Friday night. Photo by Dermot Crean.Edwina O’Driscoll, Kara Kearns and Melissa Hurley at the Connect Kerry Women In Business Awards at The Rose Hotel on Friday night. Photo by Dermot CreanMaria Maher and Majella Duignan at the Connect Kerry Women In Business Awards at The Rose Hotel on Friday night. Photo by Dermot Crean.Jasmine Stallard and Philip Stallard at the Connect Kerry Women In Business Awards at The Rose Hotel on Friday night. Photo by Dermot CreanJohn Hegarty and Maria Guthrie at the Connect Kerry Women In Business Awards at The Rose Hotel on Friday night. Photo by Dermot CreanMegan Ryan and Charlie Ryan at the Connect Kerry Women In Business Awards at The Rose Hotel on Friday night. Photo by Dermot CreanLisa O’Flaherty, Geraldine Kelly, Mark Walsh and Lisa Fingleton at the Connect Kerry Women In Business Awards at The Rose Hotel on Friday night. Photo by Dermot CreanErika Quill, Declan Quill, Caroline Quill, Derek O’Connor, Francis Quill, Louise Quill, Carmel Quill, Kelly Ann O’Connor and Maeve Frawley at the Connect Kerry Women In Business Awards at The Rose Hotel on Friday night. Photo by Dermot Crean
.Olivia Cheevers, Elaine Higgins and Gail Sheehy at the Connect Kerry Hair and Beauty Awards at The Rose Hotel on Sunday afternoon. Photo by Dermot Crean
EARLIER we told you who won what and showed you some of the style at the Connect Kerry Hair and Beauty Awards at The Rose Hotel (click here for previous coverage).
A huge crowd of 260 guests had a wonderful day (and night) and there was some serious glamour to be seen. Here’s the second part of our coverage of photos from the event…
Jill Hannon, Breeda Hurley and Grace O’Donnell at the Connect Kerry Hair and Beauty Awards at The Rose Hotel on Sunday afternoon. Photo by Dermot Crean.The team from Brush N Blush at the Connect Kerry Hair and Beauty Awards at The Rose Hotel on Sunday afternoon. Photo by Dermot CreanStacey Morning, Susan Crean, Gillian Lewis and Mary Sugrue at the Connect Kerry Hair and Beauty Awards at The Rose Hotel on Sunday afternoon. Photo by Dermot Crean.Frances McCarthy, Peg O’Sullivan, Paula Breen and Lauren O’Sullivan at the Connect Kerry Hair and Beauty Awards at The Rose Hotel on Sunday afternoon. Photo by Dermot CreanJoe Murphy and Michaela Sugrue at the Connect Kerry Hair and Beauty Awards at The Rose Hotel on Sunday afternoon. Photo by Dermot Crean.Tara O’Sullivan, Emma O’Herlihy, Fiona O’Donoghue and Rebecca O’Connor at the Connect Kerry Hair and Beauty Awards at The Rose Hotel on Sunday afternoon. Photo by Dermot CreanNiamh Comerford, Breda McMahon, Erika Tynan, Maura Johnson and Nadine O’Grady at the Connect Kerry Hair and Beauty Awards at The Rose Hotel on Sunday afternoon. Photo by Dermot Crean.Rose Griffin and Rebecca Griffin at the Connect Kerry Hair and Beauty Awards at The Rose Hotel on Sunday afternoon. Photo by Dermot CreanMary Lucey, General Manager of The Rose Hotel Mark Sullivan and Siobhan Murphy at the Connect Kerry Hair and Beauty Awards at The Rose Hotel on Sunday afternoon. Photo by Dermot Crean.Liz Maher, Maree O’Connor, Catriona O’Connor, Yvonne O’Brien, Cliona O’Connor, Charlotte Dolan and Anne Murray at the Connect Kerry Hair and Beauty Awards at The Rose Hotel on Sunday afternoon. Photo by Dermot CreanCiara O’Shea and Alannah O’Sullivan at the Connect Kerry Hair and Beauty Awards at The Rose Hotel on Sunday afternoon. Photo by Dermot CreanAine Doherty, Niamh Tangney and Geraldine O’Neill at the Connect Kerry Hair and Beauty Awards at The Rose Hotel on Sunday afternoon. Photo by Dermot Crean.Claire O’Sullivan, Sinead Hilliard and Grace Canavan at the Connect Kerry Hair and Beauty Awards at The Rose Hotel on Sunday afternoon. Photo by Dermot CreanHayley Donovan and Linda Moriarty at the Connect Kerry Hair and Beauty Awards at The Rose Hotel on Sunday afternoon. Photo by Dermot CreanRamona Scur, Tara Cunningham, Lisa Connell and Siobhan Gilbert at the Connect Kerry Hair and Beauty Awards at The Rose Hotel on Sunday afternoon. Photo by Dermot CreanNicola O’Carroll, Aisling O’Leary and Erin Hoare at the Connect Kerry Hair and Beauty Awards at The Rose Hotel on Sunday afternoon. Photo by Dermot Crean
.Imelda McGarry, Edel O’Donoghue, Orla Hussey, Jacqui O’Sullivan and Louise Crowley of Image Hair Salon at the Connect Kerry Hair and Beauty Awards at The Rose Hotel on Sunday afternoon. Photo by Dermot Crean
IT’S probably one of the most stylish occasions of the year and the ladies attending the Connect Kerry Hair and Beauty Awards 2019 did not disappoint when it came to glamour on Sunday at The Rose Hotel.
Around 260 guests enjoyed a fantastic afternoon, evening and night of food, fun and awards at an event which has already become an early highlight of the social calendar.
Nominees from hair and beauty salons from all over the county were present and a host of awards were presented on the night. Here are the winners and below are loads of photos from the night…
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• Connect Kerry Make-Up Artist of the year in association with Sanctuary Beauty Academy Vicky O Sullivan Touched by Tori.
• Connect Kerry Best use of social media House of Glamour Tralee
• Connect Kerry Wedding and Occasion Make-up specialist in association with Kerry College of Further Education- Lesley Dennehy Hairworks Hair and Beauty Monavalley Tralee
• Connect Kerry Best Start up Individual —Eveleen O Connell Serenity Beauty Listowel
• Connect Kerry Brow /Lash Specialist in association with Elemis Beauty — Rasha Amin Rashas Beauty
• Connect Kerry Excellence in Customer Service — Crona Barry Roses Hair Salon Ballybunion
• Connect Kerry Nail Technician in association with Nails by Daniela — Claire O Sullivan Crazed Nails Tralee
• Connect Kerry Outstanding Contribution to the Beauty Industry — Ansanga Spa at the Brehon Hotel
• Connect Kerry Waxing / Threading Specialist in association with Laura Harnett Design — Saba Balal Ballybeg Hair and Beauty
• Connect Kerry Business Development award — Cathriona Delahunty the Lake Hotel
• Connect Kerry Wedding Hair Specialist in association with John Walsh Photography — Amy O Hara Vogue Hair and Beauty Tralee
• Connect Kerry Outstanding Contribution to the Hair Industry — Cathriona Rohan
• Connect Kerry Occasion Hair Specialist in association with Sean Taaffe Education — Emma Enright Patrick’s Hair Group Tralee
• Connect Kerry Years of service to the Hair Industry — Katie Gibbons Roberts Ballyduff
• Connect Kerry Colour Technician in association with Hennessey Hair and Beauty — Orla Dooley Cathrionas Hair and Beauty Group
• Connect Kerry Years of Service to the Beauty Industry — Sheila Mc Quinn Nature’s Way Beauty
• Connect Kerry Cutting and Restyling Specialist in association with South Kerry Skillnet — Marion O Shea Marion’s Hair Studio Milltown
• Connect Kerry One to watch in the Hair industry — Tara O Sullivan Hair by Tara at the Glampod
• Connect Kerry Facial Specialist in association with Bio Force Medical and Dental Clinic — Edita Lucan Nadur Spa
• Connect Kerry One to watch in the Beauty Industry — The Beauty Boutique Killarney
• Connect Kerry Cosmetic Procedure in association with Kerry Motor Works — DR Susan Crean McDomhanaill Dental Tralee
• Connect Kerry Outstanding Knowledge of chosen industry — Mary O Hara the Glampod
• Connect Kerry Male Grooming in association with Beardsmith James Sheehan — James Barbershop Killorglin
• Connect Kerry Daily Performance in the Salon Award x 2 awards — Amy Taaffe Sean Taaffe Group and Labhaoise O Connor Brush and Blush Hair and Beauty Group.
• Connect Kerry Best Spa 2019 in association with Expose Design — Serenity Spa at the Rose Hotel
• Connect Kerry Salon Design — Pure Beauty Salon Dingle
• Connect Kerry Tanning Specialist in association with That’s Perfect — Rebecca O Connor the Glampod
• Connect Kerry Salon Ambience Award — Ballybeg Hair and Beauty
• Connect Kerry Junior Hair in association with Connect Business Club — Kayleigh Murphy Image Hair Salon Tralee
• Connect Kerry Junior Make-up in association with Connect Business Club — Zara Lee O Shea Beauty at the Hair Lounge Tralee
• Connect Kerry Team of the year — Brush n Blush
• Connect Kerry Counter/ Salon/Spa Manager in association with Nora’s Slimming World – Nicola Carroll Sean Taaffe Hair Group
• Connect Kerry Rising Star Award — Lauren O’Sullivan make up by Lauren
• Connect Kerry Massage Specialist in association with The Scotia Clinic — Cecilia Coffey Inishfallon Beauty Rooms at the Great Southern Hotel Killarney
• Connect Kerry Editor’s Choice — Carrie Anne Boylan Hairworks
• Connect Kerry Hair Salon of the year in association with Cathrionas Hair Group — Tracey Grimes Hair and Extensions Listowel.
• Connect Kerry Overall Hair Individual — Emma Quirke
Connect Kerry Beauty Salon of the year in association with Expose Beauty Tralee — Nicolas Haven Tralee
• CONNECT KERRY LIFETIME ACHIEVEMENT AWARD Pat O Neill the Style Suite at the Brehon Hotel
Rachel Ward, Megan Flynn, Chanelle Hurley, Lesley Dennehy, Carrie-Ann Boylan and Vicky O’Sullivan of Hairworks Tralee at the Connect Kerry Hair and Beauty Awards at The Rose Hotel on Sunday afternoon. Photo by Dermot Crean.Caoimhe Lynch and Kayleigh Murphy of Image Hair Salon at the Connect Kerry Hair and Beauty Awards at The Rose Hotel on Sunday afternoon. Photo by Dermot CreanTara McCarthy, Sheila Enright, Josie McCannon, Elaine O’Sullivan and Karen O’Connor at the Connect Kerry Hair and Beauty Awards at The Rose Hotel on Sunday afternoon. Photo by Dermot Crean.Catherine O’Byrne, Gemma Lawlor and Catherine Fitzmaurice at the Connect Kerry Hair and Beauty Awards at The Rose Hotel on Sunday afternoon. Photo by Dermot CreanMartin O’Donnell, Sandra Horan and Catherine Horan of The Beauty Boutique at the Connect Kerry Hair and Beauty Awards at The Rose Hotel on Sunday afternoon. Photo by Dermot Crean.Kelly O’Brien, Lorraine Horan and Fiona Barry of House Of Glamour at the Connect Kerry Hair and Beauty Awards at The Rose Hotel on Sunday afternoon. Photo by Dermot CreanKamila Czarnowaska and Gintare Bajerunaite at the Connect Kerry Hair and Beauty Awards at The Rose Hotel on Sunday afternoon. Photo by Dermot Crean.Lauren Bligh and Heather Sheldon of Angsana Spa in The Brehon Hotel at the Connect Kerry Hair and Beauty Awards at The Rose Hotel on Sunday afternoon. Photo by Dermot CreanNoranne Keane and Lorraine Fitzgerald at the Connect Kerry Hair and Beauty Awards at The Rose Hotel on Sunday afternoon. Photo by Dermot Crean.Eileen Lenihan and Noreen Cremins at the Connect Kerry Hair and Beauty Awards at The Rose Hotel on Sunday afternoon. Photo by Dermot CreanLeah Clail and Chloe Gaudino at the Connect Kerry Hair and Beauty Awards at The Rose Hotel on Sunday afternoon. Photo by Dermot CreanTimmy Sheehan and Denise Quilligan at the Connect Kerry Hair and Beauty Awards at The Rose Hotel on Sunday afternoon. Photo by Dermot CreanDaniella Rogojina, Elvis Silins and Ksenija Karpovic at the Connect Kerry Hair and Beauty Awards at The Rose Hotel on Sunday afternoon. Photo by Dermot CreanLaura Baker, Marie Baker, Antoinette Legge and Marian Fitzgerald at the Connect Kerry Hair and Beauty Awards at The Rose Hotel on Sunday afternoon. Photo by Dermot CreanCelia Coffey, Lana Luniova, Catriona Delahunty and Steve Perring at the Connect Kerry Hair and Beauty Awards at The Rose Hotel on Sunday afternoon. Photo by Dermot CreanJames Sheehan and Bridie Sheehan of James Barber Shop in Killorglin, at the Connect Kerry Hair and Beauty Awards at The Rose Hotel on Sunday afternoon. Photo by Dermot CreanHelena O’Leary, Therese Diggin, Lorraine Flanagan and Catherine White at the Connect Kerry Hair and Beauty Awards at The Rose Hotel on Sunday afternoon. Photo by Dermot Crean
THE Connect Business Club is hosting a meeting tonight (Tuesday) in The Rose Hotel at 6.30pm.
Host Brian Hurley will be speaking to three guests on the couch. He will be joined by Helen Burns, Action Coach, who will be giving tips on the five proven ways to business profits.
Gary O’Driscoll will chat about the changing face of property and what people need to know when considering a property move or purchase.
Cathriona Rohan, Director of Cathriona’s Hair and Beauty Group will speak about her business and how to survive change in the economy. New members to the club are welcome. For more details contact Margaret Kissane on 086-2408237.
.Trish Moran, Claire Molloy, Melissa Nix and Rebecca Griffin at the Connect Kerry Ladies Luncheon and Fashion Afternoon at The Ashe Hotel on Sunday. Photo by Dermot Crean
OVER 130 ladies enjoyed a fantastic afternoon of food, fashion and much more at the annual Connect Kerry Ladies Lunch and Fashion Afternoon at the Ashe Hotel Tralee on Sunday.
With over €4,000 in spot prizes, many ladies didn’t go home empty handed and more than €2,200 was raised for Blennerville NS.
The event commenced at 12.30pm with a Christmas Bellini Reception and ladies availed of the final make up touches at Alfie’s Powder Rooms. There was lots of gift ideas on display too before guest retired to the main room for a delicious 4 course luncheon with complimentary wines.
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Cathriona Rohan and her team was on hand to provide many beauty tips and tricks to take ladies from desk to party through the upcoming season.
Toireasa Ferris was MC for the day and was she joined on the couch with special guests who prepared ladies for the season ahead, with fashion and beauty advice. A great way to spend a Sunday afternoon and indeed evening! Scroll down for photos…
Eimear Baker, Marie Sullivan, Mairead Uí Lubhing, Patricia Kennedy and Nóirín Deane at the Connect Kerry Ladies Luncheon and Fashion Afternoon at The Ashe Hotel on Sunday. Photo by Dermot Crean.Betty Stack and Anne Fitzgerald at the Connect Kerry Ladies Luncheon and Fashion Afternoon at The Ashe Hotel on Sunday. Photo by Dermot CreanMonda Gaxha, Lisa Martin and Magda Hennessy at the Connect Kerry Ladies Luncheon and Fashion Afternoon at The Ashe Hotel on Sunday. Photo by Dermot Crean.Marian O’Connor and Eleanor Stack at the Connect Kerry Ladies Luncheon and Fashion Afternoon at The Ashe Hotel on Sunday. Photo by Dermot CreanDenise Shanahan and Catherine Moynihan at the Connect Kerry Ladies Luncheon and Fashion Afternoon at The Ashe Hotel on Sunday. Photo by Dermot Crean.Róisin Doyle, Sorcha Ryan and Olivia O’Shea at the Connect Kerry Ladies Luncheon and Fashion Afternoon at The Ashe Hotel on Sunday. Photo by Dermot CreanEdel O’Sullivan, Noreen Sugrue, Elaine O’Shea, Liz O’Connor and Helen Sugrue at the Connect Kerry Ladies Luncheon and Fashion Afternoon at The Ashe Hotel on Sunday. Photo by Dermot Crean.Grainne Foley Joy and Margaret Foley at the Connect Kerry Ladies Luncheon and Fashion Afternoon at The Ashe Hotel on Sunday. Photo by Dermot CreanPauline O’Sullivan and Sinead Kenny at the Connect Kerry Ladies Luncheon and Fashion Afternoon at The Ashe Hotel on Sunday. Photo by Dermot Crean.Sisters, Melissa Nix, Sorcha Ryan and Rebecca Griffin at the Connect Kerry Ladies Luncheon and Fashion Afternoon at The Ashe Hotel on Sunday. Photo by Dermot CreanNora Corridon, Colette Price, Rebecca Roche, Aisling Sweeney, Kathy Ivory and Maura O’Donnell at the Connect Kerry Ladies Luncheon and Fashion Afternoon at The Ashe Hotel on Sunday. Photo by Dermot Crean.Audrey Moran, Cecilia Reidy, Brenda Lynch and Noreen Fennessy at the Connect Kerry Ladies Luncheon and Fashion Afternoon at The Ashe Hotel on Sunday. Photo by Dermot CreanEileen Whelan, Barbara Liston and Susan McGillycuddy at the Connect Kerry Ladies Luncheon and Fashion Afternoon at The Ashe Hotel on Sunday. Photo by Dermot Crean.Marisa Reidy and daughter Hanna at the Connect Kerry Ladies Luncheon and Fashion Afternoon at The Ashe Hotel on Sunday. Photo by Dermot CreanKathleen O’Shea, Sandra O’Callaghan, Maura Hanrahan, Marie Hutchinson and Angela Enright at the Connect Kerry Ladies Luncheon and Fashion Afternoon at The Ashe Hotel on Sunday. Photo by Dermot Crean.Maria Dee, Diane Jeffers and Catherine Keane at the Connect Kerry Ladies Luncheon and Fashion Afternoon at The Ashe Hotel on Sunday. Photo by Dermot CreanEilish Hickey, Laura Hartnett and Denise Fleming at the Connect Kerry Ladies Luncheon and Fashion Afternoon at The Ashe Hotel on Sunday. Photo by Dermot CreanClaire Murphy and Marie Loughran at the Connect Kerry Ladies Luncheon and Fashion Afternoon at The Ashe Hotel on Sunday. Photo by Dermot Crean.Marie Baker, Mary McQuinn, Diane and Laura Baker at the Connect Kerry Ladies Luncheon and Fashion Afternoon at The Ashe Hotel on Sunday. Photo by Dermot CreanMarie Sullivan and Catriona Kennedy at the Connect Kerry Ladies Luncheon and Fashion Afternoon at The Ashe Hotel on Sunday. Photo by Dermot CreanPat Clapham and Kathleen O’Shea at the Connect Kerry Ladies Luncheon and Fashion Afternoon at The Ashe Hotel on Sunday. Photo by Dermot Crean.Phil Kelly, Toireasa Ferris, Chris Moloney and Marie Ferris at the Connect Kerry Ladies Luncheon and Fashion Afternoon at The Ashe Hotel on Sunday. Photo by Dermot CreanEileen Lenihan and Noreen Cremins at the Connect Kerry Ladies Luncheon and Fashion Afternoon at The Ashe Hotel on Sunday. Photo by Dermot CreanOlga Slattery and Sinead Scannell at the Connect Kerry Ladies Luncheon and Fashion Afternoon at The Ashe Hotel on Sunday. Photo by Dermot CreanMags Savage, Aleksandra Nowicka, Rachel O’Shea, Pat Clapham and Christina Hickey from All Seasons Florists at the Connect Kerry Ladies Luncheon and Fashion Afternoon at The Ashe Hotel on Sunday. Photo by Dermot CreanJulie Brick and Helen Brick at the Connect Kerry Ladies Luncheon and Fashion Afternoon at The Ashe Hotel on Sunday. Photo by Dermot Crean
LET’S hear it for the boys!
HOT on the heels of The Ashe Hotel hosting their ‘Gin Fest’ weekend, another event next week should attract ladies looking for a fun, fashionable night out.
THE Connect Business Club is hosting a meeting tonight (Tuesday) in The Rose Hotel at 6.30pm.
