Join our networking event: ‘Building a Business: The Real-Life Path to Success’ in Galway

The IMAGE Business Club is coming to Galway for an evening of networking, animated discussion and enlightening insights to motivate, inspire and connect business founders, leaders and professionals to their full potential.

Join us at the Galmont Hotel on Thursday evening, February 27, when IMAGE’s contributing editor Melanie Morris will be joined in conversation by influencer, entrepreneur and multi-million-euro business owner, Lisa McGowan.

In the past decade, Lisa’s life has changed utterly. From a comfortable career in her family’s insurance business to becoming one of Ireland’s hottest social media properties, Lisa has developed a host of successful fashion, beauty and lifestyle businesses as a result. This will undoubtedly be a conversation full of lightbulb moments, as Lisa will share the sort of tips and insights learned from her unique position, experiences and time in the trenches.

Afterwards, we’ll be joined by a powerhouse panel of three accomplished business experts – Niamh Ennis, transformation coach and business mentor, Nancy Costello, co-owner of The Belle Brush and owner of Belle Hair, and Sharon Keegan, co-founder of The Confidence Clinics.

As one of Ireland’s leading career coaches, Niamh will share her top tips for how to thrive in your career and set a successful mindset, while accomplished entrepreneurs Nancy and Sharon will share the highs and lows of building a business and the lessons they’ve learned that’s moulded them into the distinguished leaders they are today.

The evening will also include plenty of opportunities to meet and chat with your peers and IMAGE Business Club members over Micil and Poachers cocktails at the start of the evening, with gift bags for all on departure.

This event is complimentary to members of the IMAGE Business Club, with limited tickets available to readers on a first-come-first-served basis, priced at €55 each.

Schedule

6pm – 7pm: Network over Micil and Poachers cocktails and canapés

7pm – 7.45pm: An informative conversation with Lisa McGowan

7.45pm – 8:30pm: Panel discussion with Niamh Ennis, Nancy Costello and Sharon Keegan

8:30pm – 9pm: Meet the speaker and network further

Gifts

Each attendee will receive a gorgeous gift bag.

When & Where

When: Thursday, February 27 at 6pm

Where: The Galmont Hotel & Spa, Lough Atalia Rd, Galway, H91 CYN3

Tickets

Tickets are priced at €55* incl.VAT. IMAGE Business Club members receive access to one COMPLIMENTARY ticket. (Join the club for €243 ex.VAT now to claim your complimentary ticket!). Each attendee will enjoy drinks, delicious canapés and a gorgeous gift bag.

Places to this event are available on a first-come first-serve basis and are limited. 

Please book early to avoid disappointment. If you cannot attend the event, we kindly ask for a minimum of 48 hours’ notice.   

*Booking fees apply

Meet the speaker

Lisa McGowan, Founder of Lisa and Co Clothing, Fragrance and Cosmetics

Lisa McGowan, aka Lisa’s Lust List, is one of Ireland’s leading influencers. Hailing from Tullamore in Co Offaly, Lisa won the Galway Races Best Dressed Lady competition in 2016 and has gone on to build a multi-million euro empire. From establishing herself as a trusted voice in fashion among her devoted followers, she has cultivated a successful business through grit, authenticity, and a profound connection with her customers.

Her fashion and lifestyle brand, Lisa & Co., has seen sales turnover more than doubling in one year to €3.79 million in 2023, and climbed to €5 million in 2024. Meanwhile, the recently launched Lisa & Co. Cosmetics is making waves, with the debut Skin Luxe CC cream selling out within hours – generating over €1.6 million, and in the 10 months since inception, has earned over €3.3 million in sales. This is also combined with her successful brand partnerships and collaborations under Lisa’s Lust List which saw an increase of 57% to €2.5 million.

Niamh Ennis, Transformation Coach and Business Mentor

Niamh Ennis is a leading transformation coach and business mentor. Through her private practice, personalised coaching programmes, workshops and podcast, she supports women to make significant changes in their lives and their businesses.

Niamh works with female founders to get greater clarity on just what you want to do in your business and guide you through all of the necessary practical strategies on how to achieve it.

As Lead Coach in the IMAGE Business Club and founder of her signature The ChangeMakers Mastermind, her true magic is in cutting through the noise in your business and supporting you towards improved structure, strategy and sales.

Nancy Costello, Co-owner of The Belle Brush and Owner of Belle Hair

Nancy Costello is a trailblazing entrepreneur and the visionary behind The Belle Brush, InvisiBelle, and Belle Hair — the salon where her journey began. Celebrating over a decade in business and surpassing 200,000 Belle Brushes sold, she has made a lasting impact on the haircare industry. Her mission is to make haircare easy, with her products now stocked in over 300 stores worldwide. Now diving into the world of TikTok Shop, she’s shaking things up and watching her brand take off in ways she never imagined!

Sharon Keegan, Co-founder, The Confidence Clinics