Kathy O’Dwyer Achieves AIBF Fellowship Accreditation
Cork career coach Kathy O’Dwyer has been recognised as a fellow of the All-Ireland Business Foundation.
Kathy has dedicated her career to reimagining traditional internship programs, creating pathways that offer students invaluable real-world experience while enabling employers to access emerging talent.
Through Career Training Internships, Kathy has successfully built bridges between aspiring professionals and progressive organisations, empowering countless young individuals to excel in their chosen fields.
This prestigious recognition celebrates Kathy’s outstanding contributions to career development and her transformative impact on bridging the gap between education and industry.
Reacting to the news of her achievement Kathy O’Dwyer said:
“I am deeply honoured to be named a Fellow of the All-Ireland Business Foundation,” Kathy said. “This Fellowship is a testament to the incredible students, educators, and organisations I have had the privilege of collaborating with over the years. It inspires me to continue fostering opportunities for the next generation and contributing to Ireland’s professional landscape.”
Announcing the news of Kathy’s achievement, Deputy Chair of AIBF’s Adjudication Board, Kieran Ring, said:
“I am delighted to recognise Kathy O’Dwyer, Director of Career Training Internships, who has been recognised as Fellow of the AIBF for her contribution to the career journey of young people through internship. By fostering meaningful connections between aspiring talent and forward-thinking organisations, Kathy has paved the way for countless young individuals to thrive in their chosen fields.”
Managing Director of the All-Ireland Business Foundation, Kapil Khanna, said:
“Kathy O’Dwyer exemplifies the values of Fellowship with her tireless commitment to bridging education and industry. Her work has profoundly impacted career development in Ireland, making her a deserving recipient of this prestigious honour.”
He said: “Our Fellows of the AIBF represent what’s great about Irish business. Their drive, positivity and high performance have propelled the Irish economy to new heights, and we’re privileged to be working alongside them as members of The AIBF Register of Irish Business Excellence (TRIBE).”
About The All-Ireland Business Foundation
The All-Ireland Business Foundation is an autonomous national accreditation body tasked with enterprise development and the promotion of Best-in-Class Irish businesses.
As the accreditation body for the Business All-Star mark, the AIBF recognises Best-In-Class Irish businesses. Companies that merit recognition based on an independent audit of their performance, reputation, and customer-centricity.
Business All-Star Accreditation Is The Nation’s Symbol Of Trust. Currently, there are over 700 companies that are accredited by AIBF. Since 2014, over 5000 companies have participated in our programs.
The AIBF also hosts the annual All-Ireland Summit and monthly gatherings to promote peer learning and collaboration among its accredited companies. For more information please visit www.aibf.ie