A supervisor at The Galmont Hotel & Spa has been announced as Employee of the Year by the Galway branch of the Irish Hotels Federation.
Ilaria de Filippo was announced as the winner at an awards lunch in The Galmont Hotel & Spa where guests gathered to celebrate ten nominees from across Galway who have made an outstanding contribution to their workplace.
Congratulating Ilaria on the award, IHF Galway Branch Chair Padraig Nolan said that judges highlighted her impressive career progression, dedication to upskilling, and willingness to aid in her colleague’s development.
IHF President Denyse Campbell spoke about the importance of recognising excellence, and ‘Shaping Brighter Futures’ for people in the sector by supporting future leaders and keeping teams motivated with opportunities for career progression and development.
Ilaria began her journey with The Galmont Hotel & Spa in January 2022 as a switchboard operator.
Through her commitment to embracing change and by expanding her skillset, she has demonstrated incredible career growth, progressing to the role of senior receptionist and now holding the position of supervisor.
Ilaria’s colleagues say that she “serves as an inspiration to all who work alongside her”.
IHF Galway Branch extended its gratitude to the expert judging panel comprised of Cait Noone (Head of School at the Atlantic Technological University) and Darren Madden (IHF Mayo Branch Chair and proprietor of the Clew Bay Hotel) who had the difficult job of selecting a winner from the nominees.
The members of the IHF Galway Branch wish Ilaria the very best of luck as she goes on to represent them at the upcoming National IHF Employee of the Year Awards which will be held during the IHF’s Annual Conference in February 2024.
