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Mayo BranchNetwork Ireland Mayo is dedicated to empowering women in our community, providing essential support and resources for personal and professional growth. By facilitating networking opportunities, skill development, and collaborative initiatives, we aim to inspire every woman to achieve success and amplify her voice and contributions both within and beyond Mayo. In 2024, we proudly celebrated the 30th anniversary of our branch. The wealth of knowledge and experience within our members is one of our greatest strengths. Our theme for this year is "Together We Are Stronger," embodies the strength, resilience, and success that define our network. Our events will feature interactive workshops, creating a dynamic platform for members to share insights, experiences, and actionable takeaways, propelling us collectively toward greater success. If you are passionate about personal and professional development and eager to connect with like-minded women, we invite you to join us at Network Ireland Mayo. Contact us today at: Memberships@networkmayo.com Connect with our Branch:2025 Committee
Lorraine Burnell
President
Dynamite Lifestyle Ltd
Mayo Branch President
Chief Corporate ConsultantDynamite Lifestyle Ltd My name is Lorraine Burnell. Since joining the Mayo branch in 2022, I have been consistently inspired by the incredible power of collaboration that Network Ireland cultivates. With three years of experience on the committee and as the proud recipient of the "Businesswoman of the Year Awards" at both the branch and national level in 2022, I am excited to take on the role of President in 2025. In my capacity as Chief Corporate Consultant at Dynamite Lifestyle Ltd, I recognize that my role as president aligns closely with my professional mission. I am committed to empowering women in business and establishing meaningful connections that drive growth and innovation. I champion the idea that business leaders can and should live fulfilling lives, and I understand the critical importance of mutual support on our journeys. By combining compassion with innovative ideas, we will create a significant and positive impact together.
Judi Roche
Vice President & Awards Coordinator
Balla Florists Ltd
Mayo Branch Vice President & Awards Coordinator
OwnerBalla Florists Ltd Judi Roche is the owner and founder of Balla Florists, a successful floral design business based in County Mayo, which has been delivering exceptional floral arrangements for over 20 years. With a passion for creativity and a commitment to excellence, Judy has become a leading figure in the Irish floristry industry, earning multiple awards, including the prestigious Irish Wedding Florist of the Year. Beyond her business achievements, Judi is dedicated to supporting local enterprise and fostering professional growth in Mayo. As Vice President of Network Mayo for 2025, she aims to empower women in business, promote collaboration, and champion opportunities for education and innovation. Judi is also actively involved in national initiatives to elevate the floristry profession, including her work with the Irish Floristry Institute. Her leadership and experience make her a valued contributor to both her local and professional communities.
Elaine Kennedy
Ex Officio
Hawthorn Skincare
Mayo Branch Ex Officio
Owner & MakerHawthorn Skincare As Ex-Officio of Network Ireland Mayo for 2025, I am honoured to continue supporting our dynamic branch following a rewarding year as President during its 30th Anniversary celebrations in 2024. I am the founder and creator of Hawthorn Skincare, a brand synonymous with 100% natural skincare products. My journey within Network Ireland Mayo mirrors my growth as an entrepreneur, having joined the network in the same year as my company's launch in 2018. In 2020, I was elected onto our branch committee and served as Website Officer, Membership Officer, Treasurer, Vice-President, and President. I was thrilled to win the Mayo Solo Business Woman of the Year 2021 and went on to be awarded Highly Commended in the hugely competitive national final. I was also the Mayo Local Enterprise Office ‘Leading Light’ for National Women’s Enterprise Day 2021. As Ex-Officio, I am excited to continue empowering women in business across Mayo and beyond while nurturing the connections and values that make Network Ireland so special.
Ann Leonard
Secretary
Safe Healing Hands
Mayo Branch Secretary
OwnerSafe Healing Hands I am a compassionate, positive and attentive holistic practitioner who enables clients to heal and achieve balance in their health and overall life. By giving each client a safe space to get to the root cause of the symptoms they are experiencing, I enable them to start their healing journey. I set up my business in August 2020 in Crossmolina. The treatments I provide are Systematic Kinesiology; Holistic Massage and Lymphatic Drainage Massage.
Orla Bakeberg
VPD & Awards Coordinator
An Even Better Place to Work
Mayo Branch VPD & Awards Coordinator
OwnerAn Even Better Place to Work I was born in Dublin and grew up loving summer holidays in Brittas Bay. Before moving to South Africa where I finished school and began an incredible journey of business, as well as travel around the region, experiencing much of Africa and the beauty she offers the world. In 2018 my now-Irish husband and I moved back to Ireland, and we now just love living in Mayo – what a beautiful county, offering so many fabulous backdrops for great photography and writing opportunities. My working career is continuously creative. I co-own our online employee engagement solution business, An Even Better Place to Work (bp2w®), with my husband. In my capacity as the Chief Marketing Officer, I also work with global customers, for whom I provide and manage Strategic Communications, along with full Marketing and Social Media Management Services. I am an outdoor photographer and have developed my own brand, creating a range of my own annual calendars, postcards. As well as my own photo-poetry book, Life Threads, which I self-published and I now facilitate creative writing courses on this book concept. In 2024, I was incredibly proud to have won Creative Professional for Mayo, in Network Ireland’s Businesswoman of the Year Awards. In 2025, I am honoured to be elected VPD of Network Mayo and I look forward to working with a team full of supportive, positive energy for all things Women in Business, giving me more confidence in the work I do as a Creative Professional. Keeping in line with our new 2025 President’s theme for the year, “Together we are Stronger”.
Lorraine Hall
Membership Officer
The Cleaning Corporation
Mayo Branch Membership Officer
OwnerThe Cleaning Corporation I have been a member of Network since 1995 - originally in Galway and then in Mayo. I am an ambassador for Network Mayo, here to ensure that my group members are up to date, informed on what supports are available to them, encourage meeting attendance and be there if needed. Network is a great opportunity to meet likeminded business women, to share your skills and experiences, it's also nice just to have a cup of coffee and reflect, and to provide support and assistance when needed.
Sandra Ganley
Membership Officer
Jiving Juniours Dance Teacher
Mayo Branch Membership Officer
OwnerJiving Juniours Dance Teacher Irelands leading female social dance teacher. Owner of Jiving Juniors Dance School.
Lorraine Corcoran
Membership Officer
Nyrah Beauty
Mayo Branch Membership Officer
FounderNyrah Beauty Lorraine Corcoran is the founder of Nyrah Beauty, a skincare company she created to embody the principles of simplicity, honesty, transparency, and science. Grounded in research, Nyrah Beauty’s natural, plant-based products are thoughtfully formulated to complement today’s health-conscious lifestyle, helping individuals rediscover confidence, one drop at a time. A mechanical engineer with decades of experience in pharma and research, Lorraine considers herself an engineer first, a business leader second, and ultimately, a problem-solver with a mission to make a difference. While she knows skincare can’t fix the world’s problems, Lorraine is deeply committed to creating moments of joy for others in the most honest and thoughtful ways possible.
Mary McHugh
Events Officer
CounsellingOnline,ie
Mayo Branch Events Officer
CEOCounsellingOnline,ie Mary McHugh is a visionary entrepreneur and an experienced psychotherapist with over 20 years of expertise in mental health and emotional wellbeing. As the founder of CounsellingOnline.ie, Mary has redefined accessibility to therapy in Ireland in 2011 by creating the first innovative platform that connects individuals with compassionate, professional support from the comfort of their own homes. She supports a team of 30 therapists who work under the umbrella of CounsellingOnline.ie Her dedication to making therapy inclusive and flexible stems from her years of work with diverse groups, including organizations such as the Irish Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Children, Mayo Rape Crisis Center, CURA, and Mayo Women Support Services. A trailblazer in her field, Mary holds an MSc (Hons) in Mindfulness-Based Interventions from University College Dublin and is accredited with the Irish Association of Counselling and Psychotherapy (IACP) and the Irish Council for Psychotherapy (ICP). In 2020, Mary’s forward-thinking approach was recognized on a national stage when she was honored with the Network Ireland Businesswoman of the Year Award in the Online Business Transformation category. This award highlighted her ability to adapt and grow her business during challenging times, ensuring her services remained available to those in need. Beyond her clinical expertise, Mary is deeply committed to supporting individuals and organizations through tailored mental health programs. Her team provides workshops on mindfulness, stress reduction, and resilience, empowering businesses to prioritize employee wellbeing through EAP programmes tailored to meet the demands of individual businesses. Her approachable, professional demeanor has made her a trusted resource for clients navigating personal and professional challenges. With a passion for creating a safe and non-judgmental space for growth and healing, Mary continues to lead the way in online counselling and psychotherapy in Ireland. Whether it’s working with individuals, couples, or corporate teams, Mary is driven by a mission to make mental health care accessible, impactful, and empowering.
Laura McDonald
Social Media Officer
Eden Wellness
Mayo Branch Social Media Officer
OwnerEden Wellness Laura McDonald is a hypnotherapist, mindset coach, and holistic health & wellbeing business strategist. Since joining Network Ireland Mayo in 2019, she has contributed through various committee roles and was recognised as the Solo Businesswoman category winner in the 2022 branch awards. Laura helps businesses in the health and wellbeing fields to start, grow, and scale, offering courses, programs, and strategies rooted in her own experience. She leverages her expertise in the human mind and brain to help people prime their minds—and their businesses—for optimal success.
Dani Teal
Website Officer
Dani Teal Studio
Mayo Branch Website Officer
OwnerDani Teal Studio Dani Baumgarten is an artist, designer, and creative entrepreneur behind Dani Teal Studio and Artful Minds, dedicated to promoting creativity and the transformative power of art.
Carmel Hughes
Sponsorship Officer
Sage Wellbeing
Mayo Branch Sponsorship Officer
FounderSage Wellbeing Carmel Hughes is the founder of Sage Wellbeing, with over 20 years of experience in the field of learning disabilities. A mother of two daughters, Carmel’s passion for wellbeing grew as she combined her background with qualifications in Mindfulness with CBT, Positive Psychology & Neuroscience, Breathwork, and Workplace Wellness. Her work focuses on empowering individuals to understand and connect with their own mind, body, and nervous system. By learning how to regulate their breath and body, Carmel helps people discover practical tools to support their own wellbeing - - no matter their time or location. Her approach is realistic, accessible, and designed to be integrated into daily life, so clients can adapt wellness practices to fit their unique needs. Carmel also collaborates with VHI, delivering wellness talks and events, where she shares her insights and practical tools for maintaining balance and wellbeing. Her mission is to make wellbeing accessible and personal, enabling individuals to take charge of their health and create sustainable, positive changes in their lives.
Melissa Moore
General Committee Member
The Retail Advisor
Mayo Branch General Committee Member
OwnerThe Retail Advisor Melissa Moore is an award-winning Retail Consultant, Trainer and Lecturer with over 25 years’ experience working with national and international retail brands. She lectures students at apprenticeship, undergraduate and post graduate level in various retail and sales modules. As host of The Retail Tea Break podcast, she brings together industry experts, retailers and brands to decode myths, share knowledge and give her audience an insight into the retail industry. |