Monaghan Women in Business Podcast

Orla Rafferty, from Orla Rafferty Consulting, provides bespoke consulting and coaching services, tailored to meet business, sector, and individual needs. A Fellow Member of the Chartered Institute of Personnel and Development (CIPD), with over 27 years’ experience in HR Management, having worked across multiple industries and sectors. In 2013, she set up her own consulting business.

Specialisms include HR and business strategy, executive coaching and leadership, employee relations, workplace conflict, employee investigations and mediation. Orla has an interest in cross border working and all the difficulties this presents the employer and employee and regularly speak at events on this very topic and the variations between employment law/regulations north and south of the border.

With a strong foundation in finance and business innovation, Dora is a highly committed and self-motivated professional known for excellent interpersonal skills and a proven track record in strategic management and business development. Currently serving as the Digi Hub Manager for Enterprising Monaghan, Dora excels in providing business mentoring while efficiently managing a co-working facility.

Professional Background:

Current Role and Achievements: In her current role at Enterprising Monaghan, Dora has made significant strides in advancing the financials, training, and marketing efforts of the organisation. Key accomplishments include Financial management, Grant and funding success along with marketing and community Engagement, hosting successful events, and significantly growing the organisation's online reach through strategic social media engagement

Personal Attributes: Known for commitment, innovation, and confidence in communication, Dora consistently delivers exceptional business and analytical skills. With a focus on client relations and customer satisfaction, Dora is a valuable asset to any team, driving success through strategic vision and meticulous execution.

Dora’s contributions help solidify Enterprising Monaghan’s reputation as a leading hub network, ensuring sustainable growth and continued success.

In this episode, we have the pleasure of delving into Carly's journey from a young girl with a passion for makeup to becoming a renowned makeup artist.

Find out more about Carly below

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In this Monaghan Woman in Business podcast episode, we chat with Claire McEneaney from Claire's school of motoring.

We explore the art of driving with Claire, a certified driving instructor with a passion for helping learners of all ages and skill levels navigate the road with confidence.

With years of experience under her belt, Claire brings a patient and understanding approach to her teaching, ensuring that every student feels supported and encouraged throughout their learning journey. With Claire's guidance, you'll gain the knowledge and skills necessary to tackle any driving challenge with ease.

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In this Monaghan Woman in Business podcast episode, we chat with Sandra Richardson and Eimear Murphy from REIM Training Solutions.

REIM Training Solutions offers a wide variety of training programmes to both the education and business sectors offering up-to-date skills by reviewing, inspiring, mentoring and supporting people through training.

https://reimtrainingsolutions.com/

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In this episode of the Monaghan Woman in Business podcast, we chat with Jacinta Caraher. Jacinta Caraher is a talented and innovative fashion designer, and the creative force behind Purple Peach in Co. Monaghan. Her unique designs are a fusion of classic and contemporary styles, showcasing her eye for detail and her commitment to creating high-quality, wearable pieces. Jacinta's use of color and fabric is inspired and often unexpected, making her pieces stand out in a crowded market.

https://purplepeach.ie/

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In this empowering episode of the Monaghan Woman in Business podcast, we dive deep into the transformative world of mindset with a special guest who's a true expert in the field: Anne Marie Graham. Anne Marie, a seasoned practitioner of Mindset Success Strategies, joins us to shed light on how success is not just a random stroke of luck, but a science and mindset-driven endeavour.

https://www.mindsetsuccessstrategies.com/

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In our latest episode we have the pleasure of sitting down with Elizabeth McGuiness, the brilliant owner of the

In this inspiring conversation, Elizabeth takes us behind the scenes revealing the challenges she faced and the lessons she learned along the way.

But that's not all—Elizabeth's true moment of triumph came with the launch of the "Mad about Monaghan" campaign, a ground-breaking initiative that showcased the vibrant spirit and hidden gems of Monaghan.

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For more on Mad about Monaghan

https://madaboutmonaghan.ie/

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Join us for a captivating conversation on the latest episode of our podcast as we sit down with Kate Scott, the talented Group and Marketing Manager at Monaghan (formerly Monaghan Mushrooms). Prepare to be inspired as Kate takes us on a journey through her remarkable career, sharing the ups and downs that ultimately led her to her current role.

Kate also offers marketing advice to our listeners. Regardless of budget constraints, Kate reveals innovative strategies and clever tactics to captivate and connect with your target audience.

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Welcome to the Monaghan Women in Business Podcast

Join us for an inspiring conversations with members of the network as we breakdown their journeys in business

For our first episode we put the hosts in the hot seat.

Pamela Kerr from the local enterprise office is on hand to ask the questions as we sit down with Jean Evans and Dawn Leane, two remarkable entrepreneurs, to delve into their personal business journeys and unravel the secrets to harnessing the full potential of your business network.

In this episode, Jean and Dawn share their invaluable insights on navigating the intricate world of networking, offering practical tips and strategies for entrepreneurs eager to forge meaningful connections and propel their businesses to new heights. With a wealth of experience under their belts, they reveal how they successfully utilized their networks as a springboard for growth.

Jean and Dawn will also breakdown their plans for the network over the coming year.

Don't miss out on this engaging discussion this week and in future episodes.

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