Gill Berry named Network Ireland Mayo Business Woman of the Year

Gill Berry has been named Business Woman of the Year at the annual Network Ireland - Mayo Branch awards ceremony.

The gala event was held in the Mountfalcon Estate, Ballina.

Gill founded PerCen Technologies in 2019 in response to challenges that she felt were not addressed in healthcare.

PerCen is pronounced ‘person’ and represents ‘person centred’ technologies.

It was set up to create person centred innovative solutions to unmet clinical needs.

Its aim is to use scientific knowledge and the latest technologies to compliment clinical evidence based practice.

Speaking afterwards to Midwest Radio, she said: "Winning the STEM category was something else after a year in which we brought nurses to the forefront of STEM, especially during Covid-19.

"So to also win the overall award is amazing and recognition of our work in improving clinical outcomes."

Caroline Kirrane, president, Network Ireland Mayo Branch, paid tribute to Gill and all the category winners and finalists on their achievements.

The five category winners were:

The Power Within Champion: Cora Mulroy, Mayo Leisure Point, Castlebar.

Emerging New Business Award: Melissa Moore, The Retail Advisor, Cong.

Solo Business Woman Award: Elaine Kennedy, Hawthorn Handmade Skincare, Partry.

Rising Star: Edel Gavan, Sligo Mayo Leitrim Education and Training Board.

STEM Award: Gill Berry, PerCen Technology, Westport.