NATIONAL HAIRDRESSING APPRENTICE OF THE YEAR AWARD Kim Ke y

Kim Kelly from the Patrick Gildea Hairdressing Team, Donegal won the National Hairdressing Apprentice of the Year.

The awards took place in The Mansion House, Dublin were Kim received the Award From the Minister for Research, Innovation and Science, Simon Harris TD.

It was truly a night to remember, with an electric atmosphere that saw each apprentice winner getting recognised for their hard work and dedication to their apprenticeship. Kim is currently in her second year of the three year National Apprenticeship Programme with ETB.

Commenting on Kim’s award Patrick said: “What an amazing achievement for our young team member Kim to get such an amazing award! We are so proud of her. Kim’s talent, dedication, and passion for hairdressing is something that every young person should aspire to”.

Speaking about the success Kim commented: “I am delighted and completely over-the-moon to have received this award. It means so much to me to get recognised for my hard work and commitment as I have such a passion for hairdressing and always strive to do my very best. I am really focused and dedicated to my apprenticeship and it is a huge step in my career “