‘Heartbeat' of Dundalk Chamber Brenda begins new chapter after 26 years
Long-serving Office Manager Brenda McGeeney praised for her dedication
Dundalk Chamber has paid tribute to long-serving Office Manager Brenda McGeeney, who is moving on to a new role after 26 years of service to the Chamber and local business community.
The Chamber described Brenda as “the heartbeat” of the organisation, saying her contribution over more than two decades has been invaluable, adding: “To say Brenda has made an impact is an understatement.”
During her time with the Chamber, Brenda played a central role in organising and supporting many of the organisation’s major events, including the Chamber Awards, Golf Classic, Budget Breakfasts, Tourism Conference and cross-border economic events.
The Chamber said she used her “extensive network of businesses and employees to champion the Chamber, its work and most importantly, its membership.”
“Whether it’s our Chamber Awards, Golf Classic, Budget Breakfasts, Tourism Conference, Cross Border Economic events, you name it, Brenda has done it and organised it,” the statement read.
She was also praised for helping bring tens of thousands of people to Chamber events over the years, always doing so “with complete dedication and a smile.”
One of Brenda’s most significant achievements was her involvement in establishing the Shop Local Vouchers initiative alongside the Chamber board in 2015.
The initiative has since grown into a major success story for the town, with the Chamber stating that it generated €2.5 million in sales last year alone.
“This is an unbelievable achievement that supports local jobs right here in Dundalk,” the Chamber said.
The Shop Local Vouchers have become an important boost for businesses across the town, encouraging residents to spend locally while supporting the wider Dundalk economy.
“While we are going to miss Brenda within our Chamber family, we are incredibly proud of her and wish her nothing but the absolute best in her exciting new role,” the Chamber said.
“Brenda, thank you for your immense service, your hard work, and your unwavering dedication to our town and the Chamber.”
“Dundalk is a better place because of you.”