Sustainability In Action Networking Events
We Are Officially Launching The Sustainable Business Network! Come Celebrate With Us!
We’re thrilled to announce the official launch of the Sustainable Business Network (SBN) – a bold new chapter in our mission to expand sustainability across all sectors of business.
You’re Invited!
On the 19 November we will be holding an official launch event in our founding member venue Powerscourt Estate, Wicklow. It would be wonderful to have you there! We will be bringing together changemakers, innovators, and leaders committed to driving sustainability across Ireland. This event is open to all who have a passion or even a curiosity about sustainability and climate action.
📅 Date: Wednesday, 19 November 2025
📍 Location: The Garden Room, Powerscourt Estate
🕒 Time: 12pm – 2pm
Expect inspiring speakers, meaningful connections, and a shared vision for a more sustainable future. Whether you’re just starting your sustainability journey or leading the way – this event is for you.
Let’s build a better tomorrow, together.
Please RSVP to this invitation and we shall see you there!
Agenda
11:45am: Registration, networking and lunch bites
12:00pm: Event opening and official launch of the Sustainable Business Network
12:20pm: Panel discussion with:
- Susan Collins, CEO & Founder of Home of Hair
- Lúgh Ó Braonáin, Research Director of Climate Connected
- Darragh Flynn, Sales & NPD Director, The Happy Pear
1:05pm: Networking and lunch bites
2:00pm: Event Close
Free to all members.
Want to attend but not already a member? Contact Rebecca today at rebecca@sustainablebusinessnetwork.ie
Details On Our Speakers
Susan Collins, Home Of Hair
Susan Collins is the owner and driving force behind Home of Hair, a dual-location, B Corp certified salon group operating in Greystones and Blacklion, County Wicklow. With 24 years of experience in the hairdressing industry, Susan has become one of Ireland’s most progressive salon leaders, known for pairing exceptional craft with a strong, purpose-led business vision.
Beginning her career as a stylist and evolving into a respected entrepreneur, Susan founded Home of Hair to create a space where high-level technical artistry, genuine connection, and responsible beauty could exist together. Today, her salons stand among a very small number of B Corp certified hair salons in Europe, recognised for ethical sourcing, low-impact operations, and a commitment to measurable sustainability.
Across both locations, Home of Hair is celebrated for bespoke blonding, precision cutting, advanced education, and eco-conscious design that reflects Susan’s belief that great hair and great values should go hand in hand. Her leadership style empowers her team to grow creatively while embedding environmental responsibility into everyday salon life.
Beyond the salon floor, Susan is a vocal advocate for raising standards within the Irish hair industry, championing education, sustainability, and community engagement in Greystones and beyond.
Lúgh Ó Braonáin, Climate Connected Project
Lúgh Ó Braonáin of Energy Co-operatives Ireland is representing the Climate Connected Project. This is an initiative supported by DECC and Pobal which is designed to support communities in taking tangible climate action. Developed in partnership with University of Galway, regional climate-offices and community groups across counties like Sligo, Mayo and Galway, the project aims to demystify climate action and reduce barriers by providing accessible, tested resources. By equipping local groups with governance tools, engagement strategies, carbon-footprint guidance and downloadable plans, Climate Connected empowers people to transition from awareness to action and work toward a lower-carbon future together. It provides a free online toolkit with key modules – ranging from forming community committees, engaging residents, measuring local emissions, to creating tailored decarbonisation plans, and sharing inspirational case-studies of grassroots success.
Darragh Flynn, Operations Director
Darragh is the Operations Director at The Happy Pear. He has worked right across the company & knows it from the ground up. He began the production side of the business, starting out with an indoor vertical farm in 2009 and has developed a significant product range over time across multiple categories. He has keen interest in all things about sustainability and is absolutely committed to creating a better world.
Check out our previous events for inspiration
Munster Sustainability in Action Networking Roadshow (Limerick & Kerry), Oct 2025
Wicklow Sustainability in Action Networking Event, April 2025
Dublin Sustainability in Action Networking Event, October 2024
Kerry Sustainability in Action Networking Event, May 2024
What People Have Said About Our Events
This was one of the most useful and enjoyable sustainability events I’ve attended in some time. It was informative, inspirational and great for networking. I look forward to collaborating with some of the contacts I made on the day. Discussions are already underway!
Aisling Byrne, Dundrum Town Centre
