What about…Eileen Delaney, ADM Londis plc?
Her childhood dream was to have "enough money to buy as many clothes and chocolate as possible!" Now, Eileen still thinks 'fat free Dairy Milk' could be a hit, but simply wishes for a happy and healthy life for family and friends.
Print14 April 2010
What’s your job title?
Strategic procurement manager
Your favourite grocery shop?
The Market, Belarmine, Stepaside and Country Market, Kilternan
How long is your typical working day?
Varies depending on travel and commitments
How do you describe yourself?
Depends on the day, but usually organised, driven, passionate and sometimes impatient!
What’s your favourite Irish product?
Cashel Blue cheese
What’s your favourite brand, outside of the brands you represent, and why?
Avoca, they just get better every year. From clothing to food they offer a really great experience.
What piece of legislation would you introduce/change?
Outdoor dining/drinks – a more European culture.
What historical figure would you invite to dinner?
Nelson Mandela
The best gift you ever received?
All the little things my husband surprises me with.
What possession could you not live without?
My car
What was your first job?
Packing shelves during summer holidays at O’Connors, Nenagh
What was your childhood dream/ambition?
Enough money to buy as many clothes and chocolate as possible!
What’s your ambition now?
A happy and healthy life for family and friends.
What’s the worst ad ever?
Evian Roller Babies
What’s your favourite ad at the moment?
Discover Ireland
Your favourite newspaper?
The Irish Times
Who is inspirational in Irish business?
The Pratt Family, Avoca
In your opinion what’s the next big thing?
Fat Free Dairy Milk chocolate
What (if anything) was the last thing you bought on the internet?
Holiday to Croatia
What’s your pet hate?
Laziness and apathy
What makes you laugh?
Many things, from my husband Simon, to banter in the office to Hector Ó hEochagáin.
Three essential grocery items you’d take with you for a week on a desert island?
Lyons Decaff Tea bags, Avonmore Low Fat Milk, and Low Fat Fig Rolls
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