The Women's Irish Network for Racing was launched in conjunction with International Women's Day on Mar. 8 at Lawlor's Hotel in Naas. The organisation's inaugural event was a speed networking event. During the 90 minutes, each guest spent three minutes chatting with each other, using the “speed dating” model. Over 1000 connections were made during the evening.
Meta Osborne, The Turf Club's Senior Steward and WINR co-founder, said, “We have had an amazing response to our first event and judging from the feedback, most people want the same thing–to connect with other women involved in Irish racing and breeding. We hope everyone found the evening useful and increased their network in a fun, relaxed environment.”
Osborne continued, “There is no hierarchy or committee– participants will be asked for feedback about what should happen next and the baton will be passed to the next team to organise an event. It could be a 'behind the scenes' tour of a feed mill, an inspirational speaker, a CV review session or a day at the races.”
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