We believe that taking care of ourselves and our colleagues is essential to a happy and healthy workplace
That’s why on Thursday 7 May, Ibec is hosting a very special lunch to celebrate the launch of the Top 100
Companies Leading in Wellbeing and mark Ibec’s 12th National Workplace Wellbeing Day.

With so many companies around Ireland moving the dial on wellbeing, mental health and inclusivity in the workplace, this event is designed to recognise and celebrate those companies that are leading the way. With this in mind, we will also be recognising the companies that have excelled across key areas of their KeepWell accreditations during the last year, through our Best in Class awards.

Join us, your colleagues, and your peers for a delicious meal, great conversation, and entertainment. We are delighted to welcome our inspirational guest speaker, Dermot Whelan Broadcaster, Author, and Meditation Expert alongside a special guest honouree, following in the footsteps of past recipients such as Brent PopeNiall Breslin, Panti Bliss, Barbara Brennan and Dr. Brian Pennie.

Running Order:
  • Welcome drink & entertainment
  • Guest speaker
  • Winners of The KeepWell Awards 
  • Lunch

Don't miss this opportunity to bring together the colleagues and teams, who have been pivotal in making wellbeing a priority in your companies, to celebrate achievements in promoting and delivering on wellbeing at work.

  • Member seat rate: €190
  • Non-member seat rate: €215
  • Member table rate: €1,900
  • Non member table rate: €2,215

*Please note: If your organisation is a member of the KeepWell Community, please reach out to your contact in the KeepWell team to avail of discounted community rates.

 

MC / Guest speaker

Brendan Courtney
Brendan Courtney Event MC

Brendan Courtney is a TV & Radio Host, Fashion Designer, Entrepreneur, Author, Advocate and Speaker specializing in Equality, Diversity and Inclusion.

One of Ireland’s best known and well-loved TV Hosts, his award-winning TV documentaries which tackled inclusive housing, ageism and health have triggered policy reform within the Irish Governments Health Care systems and resulted in his Ministerial appointment to the Department of Health’s executive advisory board.

In 2023 Brendan hosted Ireland’s first forum on Human Rights and Equality., He was invited by the Irish Human Rights and Equality Commission to front the movement for greater recognition and protection of unpaid carers, he recently addressed the Irish Government asking for a commitment to consider the future for unpaid workers.

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Dermot Whelan 
Dermot Whelan  Guest speaker: Author, Meditation expert & Podcast host

Dermot is a multi-award-winning Radio & TV broadcaster, comedian, bestselling author, podcast host and meditation expert. Known for co-presenting the hugely popular Dermot and Dave Show for over 20 years, he has won 12 IMRO Radio Awards and achieved double platinum success with his comedy creation The Toll Trolls. Dermot's Mind Full Podcast, launched in 2024, and quickly topped the Apple and Spotify charts. As a certified meditation teacher, his number one bestselling book Mind Full offers a humorous guide to meditation. Dermot's latest tour and new book of 2024, Busy and Wrecked, continues his mission to help others destress with his signature comedic flair.

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Start Date May 07, 2026
Time 12pm-4:30pm
Duration Half day
Delegate Price Member
€190 (+VAT),
Non-Member
€215 (+VAT)
Table Price Member
€1,900 (+VAT),
Non-Member
€2,150 (+VAT)
Location InterContinental Hotel, Dublin
Type Networking lunches and dinners
Contact events@ibec.ie

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