BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//wp-events-plugin.com//7.2.3.1//EN TZID:Europe/Dublin X-WR-TIMEZONE:Europe/Dublin BEGIN:VEVENT UID:1-1261@shannonchamber.ie DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20250307T083000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20250307T103000 DTSTAMP:20250304T141453Z URL:https://www.shannonchamber.ie/events/international-womens-day-breakfas t-event-accelerating-action-for-gender-equality/ SUMMARY:International Women's Day Breakfast Event: Accelerating Action for Gender Equality DESCRIPTION:Join us for the International Women’s Day Breakfast Event in partnership with Element Six on Friday\, 7th March\, where we’ll engage in an inspiring conversation about taking ownership\, responsibility\, and action to close gender barriers in the workplace and beyond.\nThis year ’s IWD theme\, ‘Accelerating Action\,’ challenges us to move beyond discussion and into tangible change. Our panel discussion will feature acc omplished speakers sharing their personal experiences\, the challenges the y’ve faced\, and the steps they’ve taken—and continue to take—to b reak barriers and drive gender equality.\nThis event is open to Element Si x employees and Shannon Chamber members. Don’t miss this opportunity to engage in a meaningful discussion\, connect with like-minded professionals \, and be inspired to accelerate action for gender equality!\nMeet the Pan elists \n\nSiobhán Duffy\, is the Chief Executive Officer of Element Six \, having been appointed in February 2023. Siobhán is the first female CE O in the history of Element Six.\n\nSiobhán has more than 30 years of exp erience at Element Six\, working across the organisation from production a nd quality control through to business management and innovation. Prior to being appointed Chief Executive\, she was Executive Director for Sales &a mp\; Marketing from 2018 and Executive Director\, Innovation from 2014. Sh e held a variety of senior management positions before this time\, includi ng heading the Oil &\; Gas business unit.\n\nSiobhán has an MBA\, as w ell as an Advanced Diploma in Analytical Science and an Advanced Diploma i n Quality Management.\n\n\n\nCatherina McKiernan – Ireland’s Greatest Female Distance Runner &\; Mindful Running Coach\n\nCatherina McKiernan is one of Ireland’s most accomplished and celebrated long-distance runn ers. A former world-class marathoner and European Cross-Country Champion\, she is widely regarded as Ireland’s greatest female distance runner.\n\ nCatherina first made her mark on the international stage with an unpreced ented four consecutive silver medals at the World Cross Country Championsh ips (1992-1995)\, showcasing her incredible endurance and competitive spir it. She then transitioned seamlessly to marathon running\, winning the 199 7 Berlin Marathon in a record-breaking debut time of 2:23:44—a record th at still stands as the fastest marathon ever run by an Irish woman. She fo llowed this with victories at the London and Amsterdam Marathons\, cementi ng her status among the world’s elite.\n\nSince retiring from competitiv e athletics\, Catherina has dedicated herself to coaching\, specialising i n mindful running\, injury prevention\, and efficient running techniques. She delivers workshops\, corporate wellness programs\, and keynote talks\, helping individuals of all levels improve their running performance while prioritising longevity and well-being.\n\n\n\nAilbhe Keane - Izzy Wheels\ n\nMulti-Award-Winning Entrepreneur\, Forbes 30 Under 30\, and Inspiration al Speaker 🌈\n\nIzzy Wheels began as a college project and grew into a global brand. Inspired by her sister Izzy\, who has spina bifida\, Ailbhe designed vibrant wheel covers to transform wheelchairs into personal state ments. Their tagline: "If you can't stand up\, stand out!"\n\nWhat starte d as a passion project went viral (16 million views in one week)\, leading to collaborations with Disney\, Marvel\, Pixar\, Star Wars\, Barbie\, and more. Featured in Vogue\, Forbes\, Good Morning America\, and Oprah Ma gazine\, the brand has won 20+ national awards\, including The EU Prize fo r Women Innovators and a BBC documentary.\n\nAilbhe’s story is one of in novation\, purpose\, and breaking barriers in both business and disability representation. She speaks on Entrepreneurship\, Innovation\, Diversity &\; Inclusion\, Women in Business\, Marketing\, E-commerce\, and Leader ship.\n\n\n\nLavinia Ryan-Duggan is pursuing a PhD in Business and Humanit ies at the Technological University of Shannon (TUS)\, focusing on empower ing individuals and organisations through equity\, inclusion\, and leaders hip development. A seasoned leader from Limerick\, she has over 25 years o f experience working in industry and serving on voluntary boards. Deeply r ooted in her local community\, Lavinia understands the importance of cultu re\, connection\, and shared experiences in driving meaningful change. She blends academic research with real-world impact to support early-career w omen.\n\nLavinia has co-created transformative Women in Leadership program s\, driving measurable career growth through leadership development\, conn ection\, and stakeholder engagement. A keynote speaker with the American C hamber’s women peer mentoring program\, she brings expertise in career f raming\, influence\, persuasion\, and stakeholder dynamics.\n\nEvent Sched ule:🔹 8:30 AM – Networking Breakfast🔹 9:00 – 10:00 AM – Panel Discussion: Overcoming Challenges &\; Driving Change🔹 10:00 – 10:2 0 AM – Q&\;A &\; Audience Interaction🔹 10:20 – 10:30 AM – C losing Remarks\nPlease book online to secure your place!\n \; ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.shannonchamber.ie/wp-content/uploads /2025/02/IWD768x506-1.png CATEGORIES:Events LOCATION:Element Six Ltd.\, Block I\, Shannon Free Zone West\, Shannon\, Co . Clare\, Ireland GEO:52.6996573;-8.914691100000027 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Block I\, Shannon Free Zone West\, Shannon\, Co. 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