Local Apprentice Honoured with National Award at Dublin Ceremony
Fethard's own Molly Proudfoot has received national recognition after being named 'Apprentice of the Year in the Retail, Sales & Property Services' category at the National Apprenticeship Awards, held last week at Dublin’s Mansion House.
Molly, who works with the Talbot Hotel Clonmel was one of just 12 apprentices nationwide to receive an award from over 330 nominations across Ireland. The accolade was presented by Minister of State Marian Harkin TD from the Department of Further and Higher Education, Research, Innovation and Science, during a ceremony coordinated by the National Apprenticeship Office.
Now in its fourth year, the National Apprenticeship Awards celebrate excellence across Ireland’s 78 apprenticeship programmes, recognising outstanding individuals who demonstrate exceptional skill, dedication, and innovation in their chosen fields.
Speaking after receiving her award, Molly said:
“I’m absolutely honoured to be recognised at a national level. The apprenticeship programme has given me so many opportunities to learn, grow and work alongside incredible people. I’m grateful to my mentors and colleagues at the Talbot Hotel Clonmel for their support every step of the way.”
Michael Boyle General Manager at the Talbot Hotel Clonmel expressed the hotel's pride in Molly’s achievement, saying “We’re immensely proud of Molly and everything she has accomplished. This award reflects her hard work, passion, and professionalism. She’s a fantastic ambassador for both the Talbot Hotel Clonmel and the apprenticeship community.”
The National Apprenticeship Awards highlight the important contribution of over 30,000 apprentices currently training across Ireland, whose talent, creativity, and teamwork continue to strengthen local communities and industries nationwide.
Congratulations Molly and all the other worthy winners.