Expert Talks on Lifestyle Changes to Help You Thrive
Take control of your menopause journey.
Royal Marine Hotel · Dún Laoghaire
Dublin · Sat 19th Oct · 9.30-5.30
A 1-day event to set you up for success through your menopause
Set yourself up for success
Get expert answers to your questions about HRT, Weight Management, Lifestyle Advice and much more!
Catherine O’Keeffe
Banish Brain Fog
Dr. Caoimhe Hartley
Medical Management
Lorraine Keane
Guest Panel MC
Dr. Nicola Cochrane
Is HRT necessary?
Aoife Dunican
Stylish and Strong
Norma Psillos
Nutrition in Menopause
Alva O’Sullivan
Exercise for Weight Management
Tracie Daly
Cooking & Wellness
Deirdre Culbert
Mental Well-being
Senator Pauline O’Reilly
Panelist
Philippa Donnellan
Movement & Dance
How would it feel to be in a room full of women who all just ‘get it’?
You’re not alone on your menopause journey.
But you probably feel like you are. Because in Ireland, you’re expected to ‘shut up and put up’ during menopause.
That’s why Menopause Success Summit could change your life. It shatters the silence with a day of the most up-to-date practical advice for transforming your menopause (or perimenopause or surgical menopause).
You’ll take control of your well-being with the support of founder Catherine O’Keeffe, leading menopause experts, and a sisterhood ready to hold you up.
Take this 1 day to focus on YOU.
‘We are the generation for change’
It’s women coming together to support each other as we acknowledge our mothers went through this unsupported, but we are the generation for change.
Thank you for raising awareness! Every speaker was excellent. I felt great afterwards, ready to put all we learned into practice.
I had an amazing day meeting all us menopause ladies on same journey.
Menopause Success Summit is sponsored by the brands you trust
We’re grateful to our partners
You’re invited to get away for the day
Because when you change your environment, it’s easier to change your way of thinking.
Our destination? The luxurious Royal Marine Hotel.
A tribute to timeless elegance, The Royal Marine celebrates a bygone era through its high ceilings, ornate pillars, and large sash windows while seamlessly integrating modern comforts.
You’ll get away. You’ll open yourself up to new ideas. You’ll find new joy on your journey.
Royal Marine Hotel
Marine Road, Dún Laoghaire, Dublin, A96 K063, Ireland
Menopause Success Summit is being talked about nationwide
‘Knowing I’m not alone has been a tremendous help’
The day before I was having a really low day mood-wise and starting to question my meaning, etc… so going to MSS was timely. It helped calm my mind to focus on the positive.
I went for a walk with my pal the next morning and we shouted MENOPAUSE at a field full of cows… we laughed and laughed. But we’re women all together in this. After MSS, I want to spread the word and talk more. That’s how we become informed.
I decided to go because I’ve met a lack of professional information about perimenopause from my GP. Thinking you are quietly going mad on your own is horrendous, but knowing I’m not alone has been a tremendous help.
Catherine O’Keeffe on stage at the Summit in Cork. Photo by Jed Niezgoda.
Meet your host: Catherine O’Keeffe, Wellness Warrior
Catherine is Ireland’s first menopause coach, a leading corporate speaker on Menopause in the Workplace, and bestselling author of All You Need To Know About Menopause.
As Wellness Warrior, she’s worked with thousands of women through one-to-ones and speaking engagements, changing the way we approach menopause by ending the silence and confusion that surrounds it.
Join Catherine and become part of the mission to empower women to successfully navigate the menopause and come into a fuller, more powerful chapter of life.
I’m so excited to host this live event that brings together the top menopause experts to show every woman who attends that she is not alone.
I know only too well that the menopause journey can be a confusing and vulnerable experience, but once you’re armed with the essential knowledge we’ll be sharing during the event, and once you see how many other women out there are on the same journey as you, you’ll feel way more supported and empowered to succeed through your menopause.
You’ve got this!
Catherine is shattering the taboo in top publications
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‘The whole day was mind-blowing’
I went so I could find out up-to-date information on menopause. It was such an informative and uplifting day. Well done, Catherine and the team!
Menopause Success Summit is PERFECT for you if you’re…
- At any point along your menopause journey, from just entering perimenopause and on
- Confused and overwhelmed by all the conflicting and unclear information out there
- Craving answers to the questions about menopause that no one else is talking about
- Wondering how to proactively support your health and happiness through menopause
- Ready to be empowered with the understanding you need to succeed through menopause
Don’t miss the most energising menopause event in Ireland this autumn
You’re at the moment where you can embrace the knowledge, inspiration and community MSS gives you…
Or continue on the path you’re on now. Facing erratic symptoms. Searching for answers. Feeling alone on your journey.
But this is it. You only get 1 life. There’s no dress rehearsal. Take this 1 day to put yourself as the priority. So you can live the years ahead to their fullest.
Your ticket gives you a day of expert talks plus…
- Healthy lunch provided by Royal Marine Hotel
- Nourishing morning and afternoon snacks
- Opportunities to ask the experts your individual questions
‘Made me feel more “able” to face the future’
Thank you for providing a forum in which we have a voice again.
Catherine O’Keeffe, Wellness Warrior
Talk title: Banish Brain Fog
Catherine O’Keeffe, founder of Wellness Warrior and creator of the Menopause Success Summit, is Ireland’s first menopause coach. Catherine recently published her book All you need to know about Menopause.
She has worked with over 350 companies on menopause support in the workplace including Workday International, StateStreet, Department of Health, ESB, Sainsburys, and Smurfit Kappa.
As an expert menopause speaker, she has reached an audience of over 70,000. Catherine has also gained over 65,000 followers on social media who support her mission to end the silence and confusion around the menopause.
Dr. Caoimhe Hartley
Talk title: The Untold Truth About Libido in Menopause: Navigating the Complexities with Medical Expertise.
Since qualifying in Medicine from UCD in 2007, Dr. Hartley has developed her skills and expertise in the area of Women’s Health and Menopause care. She became accredited by both the North American Menopause Society and the British Menopause Society.
She was recently honoured to become a British Menopause Society Trainer. She is a member of the Advisory Board of both the European Menopause And Andropause Society and The Newson Health Menopause Society.
She was awarded membership of the Irish College of General Practice in 2013, obtaining diplomate status with the Royal College of Obstetrics and Gynaecologists in 2012 and achieving a certificate in Women’s Health from the Irish College of General Practice.
Alva O'Sullivan
Talk title: Exercise for Menopause and Weight Management.
Alva is a qualified Nutritionist, Advanced Mat Pilates Instructor, and Health Coach with a passion for health and fitness. As a mother of two, she understands the challenges of making healthy food choices while juggling daily life.
A UCD Science graduate with advanced degrees in business, exercise, and nutrition, she established her business in 2011, offering a range of services in nutrition, fitness, and corporate wellness. Alva is dedicated to helping others improve their health through small, impactful changes to diet and exercise.
Aoife Dunican
Talk title: Stylish and Strong, Owning Your Look in Menopause
Aoife Dunican, certified personal stylist and founder of The Stylebob is a global expert in personal and corporate image consultancy. She empowers individuals worldwide to boost confidence and impact through style. Aoife believes that clothes tell a story about who we are and where we're going, and she thrives on helping people unlock their full potential through confident presentation.
A dynamic speaker and media contributor, Aoife educates on the power of image in personal and professional success, with a strong emphasis on sustainable fashion. Join her to learn the steps to effortless style—everyone deserves to look and feel fabulous!
Deirdre Culbert
Talk title: Anxiety: Practical Tools for Peace of Mind
Deirdre is an accredited psychotherapist with expertise in mental well-being, women’s health, and corporate environments. Her role includes one-on-one therapy, public speaking on psychoeducation, and research focused on menopause.
Specializing in emotional neuroscience, Deirdre explores how emotions are generated and regulated in the brain and body. She addresses personal, family, and workplace challenges, as well as health and financial stress, particularly those affecting women.
Her unique blend of life experience and psychological study provides a deep understanding of the complex challenges women face, offering a holistic approach to personal and professional well-being.
Lorraine Keane
Guest Panel MC
Lorraine Keane was the first Irish Public Figure to openly discuss her perimenopause story in 2016 and has continued to fuel the conversation hosting her Let’s Talk Hormone Health podcast and regional events with Cleanmarine MenoMin. Lorraine is an IFTA-nominated broadcaster and journalist and founder of Fashion Relief, a preloved women’s clothing and accessories charity initiative, which has raised over €1,000,000 for Irish charities to date.
Best known for her work as an entertainment correspondent for TV3, where she conducted interviews and reported from high-profile entertainment events around the world including The Oscars, MTV Awards, The BAFTA’s and the Cannes Film Festival. She has also covered The Oscars for Sky TV in London. Lorraine continues to work as a freelance broadcast journalist with RTE Television and Virgin Media Television, Host and MC of corporate and public events and a content creator, spokesperson and brand ambassador for Irish businesses and brands.
Norma Psillos
Talk title: Nutrition in Menopause: Expert Strategies Every Woman Should Know
Norma Psillos, the Menopause Nutritionist specialises in women’s health and works with Cleanmarine MenoMin as a product trainer and Menopause specialist. She is a member of the British Menopause Society, Nutritional Therapist NTOI and accredited Menopause Educator.
Norma’s mission is to guide women to take back control during perimenopause and menopause. She is passionate about education and empowering women to understand the changes occurring within their body to thrive at this time of life. Cutting through the myths to provide the latest evidence-based advice that cuts through the confusion.
Norma is based in Limerick and also sees private clients, using a comprehensive approach to create uniquely individualised nutrition programmes to ensure that her clients feel fabulous, energised and empowered to navigate this journey.
Dr. Nicola Cochrane
Talk title: Should Every Woman Be on HRT?
Nicola graduated from UCD Medicine in 1993 and completed MRCGP in Edinburgh in 1998. She co-founded Carrig Clinic in Greystones, specializing in Sexual & Reproductive Health Care while managing her GP practice. With expertise in Forensic and Legal Medicine, she has worked at Rotunda SATU and Spirasi Dublin.
Currently, Nicola works in the Benign Gynae Clinics for Mirena IUD and the Complex Menopause Clinic at the National Maternity Hospital, Dublin. She is a GP Trainer, sits on the ICGP Academic Council, and trains GPs as a LARC and BMS Menopause Trainer.
Tracie Daly
Talk title: Healthy Menopause Cooking: Simple Meals for Well-being
Tracie Daly is a passionate food lover and a Ballymaloe-trained chef.
With a wealth of knowledge and industry experience in the Food and Education sectors, her advice and problem-solving skills are very much based on regular everyday food service.
Tracie is also an experienced and passionate MC for some of Ireland’s top Food festivals and Events – Ballymaloe Festival of Food and Savour Kilkenny.
Tracie will share practical, easy recipes to incorporate into your daily life during your menopause journey.
Philippa Donnellan
Movement & Dance
Philippa Donnellan is a choreographer based in Dublin. Originally from the UK, she has created many dance projects with different communities across Ireland, developing performances in art galleries, offices, sports stadiums and theatres amongst others! A recipient of numerous awards, most recently she directed and toured The Big Reel – a dance and live music performance designed for older age communities in care homes and arts centres. Philippa is currently researching a multi-disciplinary theatre piece Taking Flight, at Uillinn/West Cork Arts Centre. And in an exciting move as Kildare Dance Artist in Residence 2023-24, is set to embark on a new community/professional project Stepping the Land exploring our connection to the natural world.
Cleanmarine® MenoMin
A unique all-in-one Omega 3, Phytonutrient and Vitamin blend, Cleanmarine MenoMin has been formulated specifically to give extra nutritional support for peri-menopausal and menopausal women.
Cleanmarine MenoMin is rich in Omega-3 with Phospholipids, Vitamins B1, B2, B6, B12 and D3, as well as Rosemary Extract, Soy Isoflavones, Folate and Biotin. With Vitamin B6 to help regulate hormonal activity, biotin to help maintain normal mucous membranes, as well as Vitamin B2 to reduce tiredness and fatigue and Vitamin D to help maintain healthy normal bones.
This synergistic formulation is ideal for women in peri-menopause and menopause who want to feel good every day.
Exclusive to Pharmacies and Health Stores. Learn more at www.Cleanmarine.ie