Inspiring the Next Generation of Women in Business

For the Women in Business NI Young Women's Network event, Shorlagh McConville was the evenings key note speaker. The event took place in the Pearl Assurance Building which has recently been refurbished by the Rathbane Group in Belfast City Centre.

The Young Women’s Network provides a platform to empower young women with their latest event having taken place on Thursday 20th June. The purpose of these events is to equip young women with the tools, networks and insights that are needed to get ahead. If you are under 28 years old, a student, recent graduate, an aspiring entrepreneur or in the initial stages of working life, Women in Business NI can help with your career progression.

Shorlagh is a shareholder of the Rathbane Group. The Rathbane Group is a second-generation, family-owned and managed business rooted in Northern Ireland with projects worldwide. The Rathbane Group is a leading expert in the construction of high-end and complex projects globally serving both the land and marine markets. The Rathbane Group comprises Mivan, MJM Marine, Topglass, and Rathbane Holdings.

Her talk focused on Young Women in Leadership and shared insights from her early career, highlighting instances where she seized leadership opportunities at junior levels, which propelled her development within the organisation. Shorlagh aims to equip young women in business with the practical tools to excel in their careers. She provided actional tips on enhancing self-motivation, self-belief, decision-making, and leadership skills.

Together with the Women in Business Young Women's Network, she hopes to have inspired more young female leaders to think bigger, achieve more, and excel in both business and life.