Collectively our local and worldly knowledge strikes the perfect balance between the old and new Ireland. The Aspects of Ireland team combines the most experienced brains in incentive and meeting business in Ireland. Bringing together a dynamic mix who are passionate about the development of Business Tourism in Ireland.
We take pride in coming up with the best solutions for our clients. We operate in an efficient, inspiring and fun workplace. This informal environment nurtures creativity and opens our minds to new concepts and ideas.
The Operations Team
Aideen Loftus – Skype
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Aideen co-founded Aspects of Ireland with Brian in 1994. Her wealth of experience in the tourist industry started in Frankfurt where she spent many years working for the Irish Tourist Board in the German, Swiss and Austrian markets. Following this she returned home to Ireland to develop her expertise in the field of Destination Management. Inspiration flows from Aideen; as the creative one she is quick to face the challenge of an exciting new request and works in the office with a passion as if she started the company only yesterday.Miss Greenfingers: our in-house gardening expert – Can turn any wilting weed into a blooming begonia! Her beautiful garden is a regular lunch spot when we need some time out.
Sheenagh Mahony – Skype
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After Aideen and Brian, Sheenagh is the longest standing member of Aspects of Ireland. She is certainly the Mum of the team; Mondays wouldn’t be the same without her home made morning scones. Her laughter is greatly missed on her work-from-home days but fortunately she is only a ‘skype’ away. Sheenagh brings a wealth of experience to Aspects of Ireland, now working for over 15 years in Destination Management. Her efficiency and promptness of turning requests into quotes is unbeatable.Sheenagh is known to ‘really enjoy concerts’ and has a slight obsession with George Michael. Matthew and Lilly are her true pride and joy but when time allows she also enjoys gardening and flower arranging.
Eva Stolz – Skype
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After completing her Higher Diploma in Business Studies and a short sojourn in ‘Airtours’ Eva relocated to Ireland in January 2007. Even though relatively new to Ireland, Eva has a firm understanding of the Irish culture and sense of humour! Eva is also our IT expert so when any technical difficulties arise Eva steps in with her no hassle approach and always sorts out the problem.Eva's enthusiasm for Ireland and what it has to offer our incentive and conference clients is evident when she meets our guests. Eva has warmed greatly to Dublin and beyond; we hope she is here to stay! Eva is definitely a great representative for Business Tourism in Ireland.
Edel Quinn – Accounts Department
Edel is our number cruncher and keeps us on our toes where the money is concerned. After qualifying as an accountant she has experienced a real mix of industries but we know it is tourism that she enjoys best.Outside of work Edel has a passion for sport – basketball, football and marathon running to be exact. How she fits in her growing family, football (Gaelic of course) and the ‘figures’ we don’t know. Coca-cola is her fuel, forget diet coke, Edel values the Real Thing.
The Sales and Marketing Team
Brian Murray – Sales and Marketing – Skype
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Brian always ensures a good start to the week in Aspects of Ireland with his Monday morning joke. Brian is our sports, politics and wine correspondent, keeping us up to date on sporting events and the latest political goings on. Since co-founding Aspects of Ireland with Aideen, Brian has become a real part of Irish Tourism with his passion and pride of nation benefiting not only the company but the whole island. Brian was president of the Irish Tour Operators Association from 2005-2007 and has been a member of SITE for over 10 Years.We enjoy his great sense of humour in the office but he is usually busy travelling all over Ireland and abroad, ensuring our clients are well looked after.
Helen Sharkey – Sales and Marketing – Skype
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Helen joined the Aspects of Ireland team in September 2007. Having previously worked in New York, Helen's return to Ireland led to the start of her career in Irish Tourism. With her family history well rooted in the Irish hospitality industry, she knows and expects high standards and where they can be found.With her attention to detail and creativity, Helen brings that special touch to any event. With Aspects of Ireland she enjoys being host to our clients and guests during events; as well as playing host to her family and friends at home. This has an added advantage for the team who often benefit from culinary her delights!
Clodagh O’Reilly – Sales and Marketing – Skype
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Originally from Drogheda, Co. Meath, Clodagh has lived in Dublin throughout her school and college years. While completing her Executive Masters in Marketing, Clodagh always demonstrated true commitment. Since joining Aspects of Ireland in 2005, Clodagh has played a valuable role in Sales and Marketing, bringing fun and enthusiasm to everything.The sporty one in our team, regularly playing hockey and tag rugby. She leaves all our weekends sounding mediocre when she talks about her sailing expeditions. Clodagh’s attention to detail is second to none, along with her quick-witted sense of humour!
Mary – Sales and Promotion – Skype
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Mary de Ridder of Sales and Promotion is our representative to the German, Swiss, Austrian and Dutch Markets. Originally from Dublin, Mary started her career in the group department of Ireland’s largest incoming agency before moving to Frankfurt to work for the Irish Tourist Board. As a pioneer in the German incentive industry, Mary set up her company in 1982 to promote co-operation between selected foreign partners and the German incentive travel industry. This was the begining of Sales and Promotion, which she continues to operate with professionalism and expertise.Mary has obtained a reputation in the industry over the years for her excellent knowledge of product and her style. In her free time Mary also has a keen interest in ecology and nature.
