Trailblazer of the Year: So, they blazed a trail and YOU took notice
We have some of the brightest talent in the realm of entrepreneurship, and earlier this year we put out a call for you to nominate an exceptional individual who is blazing the trail and flying our flag in the business world.
You guys responded in your thousands and our panel of judges got to work whittling your nominees down to our five incredibly worthy finalists.
So, without further ado, here are our five trailblazers!
Pippa O’Connor
Pippa started her career as a model, but while expecting her first son in 2013, she decided to establish a fashion blog as a hobby… and it ultimately went stratospheric.
As an author, designer and businesswoman, Pippa’s name is now synonymous with style, creativity and damn hard work.
Erika Fox
The face behind uber-popular lifestyle blog Retro Flame, Erika Fox has proven that following your dreams is always worth the effort.
Currently living in New York City, the former UCC and GTI student has seen herself featured in Teen Vogue, Seventeen and The Sunday Times STYLE Magazine while working alongside the likes of Whitney Port and Olivia Palermo.
Jane Swarbrigg
Director of Inglot Ireland, Jane’s contribution to the world of beauty and cosmetics cannot be overestimated.
Having launched her first store alongside her mother and brother back in 2007, Jane is now director of nine stores nationwide, and she’s your third finalist in our Trailblazer of the Year category!
Marissa Carter
Founder and creator of Cocoa Brown – a revolutionary tan favoured by countless A-listers – Marissa currently divides her time between business owner and media contributor.
Having spent years studying and, indeed, working within the beauty industry, Marissa is one of the most recognisable and respected names in the business.
Chupi Sweetman
A former Topshop designer, Chupi decided she wanted to celebrate Ireland’s design heritage and her love for wild and natural beauty, so she created a multi-award winning jewellery brand which has set the industry alight.
While each piece is designed, manufactured and finished in Ireland, the Chupi brand has made a huge name for itself worldwide.
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