Maud Is Top Employee

Maud Dowd has been announced as the 2024 Irish Hotels Federation Kerry Branch “Employee of the Year” at a lunch in The Plaza Hotel, Killarney. Over 65 guests attended the event to celebrate and recognise the 17 nominees from hotels and guesthouses across Kerry who have made an outstanding contribution to their workplace.? 

Congratulating Maud on her award,?Mary Rose Stafford from the interview panel said the judges highlighted Maud’s wonderful attitude, helpful manner and her dedication to her role as a receptionist when selecting her as the winner.  

Maud lives in Castlegregory with her husband Mike and their three children Sinead, Gráinne and Séan. She has worked previously in Parknasilla Hotel, Manor West Hotel, and has worked in The Rose Hotel for the past 12 years when it was formerly Carlton/Fels Point Hotel.? 

Kerry Branch Chairperson Brian Lawlor spoke about the importance of recognising excellence and “Shaping Brighter Futures”?for people in the sector by supporting future leaders and keeping teams motivated with opportunities for career progression and development.  

There were two special awards for both John Fitzgerald, Great Southern Killarney, and Esther McCarthy, Ballyseede Castle Hotel, who were selected for a “Lifetime Contribution to the Industry” award by the IHF with over 50 years of service each.