Breakfast with Mary to be held by Kildare branch of Network Ireland
By Kim O'Leary
Network Ireland's Kildare Branch is hosting “Breakfast with Mary” networking event, on Tuesday 17 October at 7.30am, Kildare Village. Mary Kennedy, Irish writer, television personality and former newscaster, will be a guest speaker at the event offering insights in to her successful career with hints and tips on how to make the most of every opportunity that comes your way.
Mary Kennedy's broadcasting career started in 1978 when, as a secondary school teacher, she applied for a job as television continuity announcer in RTÉ. Mary became a newscaster in 1992 and in 1995 was invited to present the 40th Eurovision Song Contest.
In May 1999 Mary hosted the gala opening of RTÉ Lyric FM. Besides co-hosting Open House, the afternoon television programme, with Marty Whelan for six years, she has hosted numerous other programmes on RTÉ Television including 'Up for the Match', and The People of the Year Awards as well as commentating on many important occasions.
Mary Kennedy joined the hugely-successful regional news programme, Nationwide, as its co-presenter with Michael Ryan in August 2004. Mary is also the author of four books, Paper Tigers, a memoir, (2003), Lines I Love (2007) which was shortlisted in the Irish Book Awards in 2008, Lines for Living (2011) and What Matters in 2015.
Mary Kennedy, Irish writer, television personality and former newscaster, said: "I am honoured to be joining Network Ireland Kildare at their upcoming event. I admire the Network for their commitment and the support they offer each other in a competitive business environment.”
She said: “I will be speaking to Network Ireland Kildare members about the realities of developing your career and how to make the most of all the opportunities that present themselves.”
Pauline Forde, Network Ireland Kildare President, said: “Our members are really looking forward to this event. Mary Kennedy is iconic in the world of Irish media, her career is one to be admired and celebrated. We look forward to hearing Mary’s insights and tips, our members all dream of emulating her success.”
The event takes places on Tuesday morning, 7.30am, 17th of October and is open to members and non-members. Book early to avoid disappointment at http://www.networkireland.ie/events/eventsurl/breakfast-with-mary/. This event is hosted by Network Ireland Kildare Branch in association with Kildare Local Enterprise Office, AIB Bank, and the Kildare Post.
Network Ireland Kildare are also hosting their upcoming Annual Charity lunch on Friday the 10th of November in aid of Breast Cancer Ireland. Always a great a day out so book early to avoid disappointment http://www.networkireland.ie/events/eventsurl/annual-charity-lunch-2017/.
Image of Mary Kennedy, courtesy of Network Ireland