IWA sponsors Women in Irish Whiskey for International Women’s Day
The event brings industry leaders together to celebrate the achievements of women in the sector and discuss the future of Irish Whiskey
Print7 March 2025
The Irish Whiskey Association (IWA), the Ibec trade association representing the Irish Whiskey sector, has announced its sponsorship of Women in Irish Whiskey, an initiative dedicated to supporting and advancing the role of women across the Irish Whiskey industry.
As part of this commitment, the IWA is a key sponsor of today’s International Women’s Day Industry Event at Teeling Whiskey Distillery, bringing together industry leaders to celebrate the achievements of women in the sector and discuss the future of Irish Whiskey.
First female chair
“I was delighted to be appointed the first female chair of the Irish Whiskey Association last December and I am pleased to join those celebrating International Woman’s Day today,” said Helen Mulholland, chair, Irish Whiskey Association.
Mulholland noted that the Irish Whiskey sector is dynamic and innovative like the women who work in it: “we must continue our work to ensure opportunities to grow and progress are available to everyone in Irish Whiskey.”
Leadership roles
“The Irish Whiskey Association’s latest Sustainability Survey reflects progress in this area, this move toward progress, with preliminary results indicating that 100% of respondents having a Diversity, Equality, and Inclusion (DEI) plan in place, and that workforce is moving towards greater gender balance,” said Eoin Ó Catháin, director, Irish Whiskey Association.
Ó Catháin noted that this is more pronounced at manager and director levels, showing that more women are stepping into leadership roles and shaping the industry’s future.
Key industry topics
Today’s event, featuring leaders from Teeling Whiskey Distillery, Skellig Six18, the Kentucky Distillers Association, and Heaven Hill, provides a valuable opportunity for networking and discussion on key industry topics, including whiskey tourism and evolving consumer trends.
The Irish Whiskey Association remains committed to fostering an inclusive and dynamic industry, ensuring that Irish Whiskey continues to thrive on the global stage.
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