Ballymena Chamber Hosts Inspiring “Women at Work” Workshop in Ballymena

Ballymena Area Chamber of Commerce and Industry recently delivered a highly engaging and thought-provoking members’ workshop, “Women at Work – From Overload to Capacity”, in partnership with Sarah Lacey of Nourish and Nurture and Dr Carol Strahan.

The event took place at the elegant Tullyglass House Hotel & Residences, bringing together professionals from across the Ballymena business community for an insightful session focused on wellbeing, resilience and performance in the workplace.

From Overload to Capacity – A Timely Business Conversation

The Women at Work workshop explored the increasing pressures faced by professionals and business leaders, particularly women balancing multiple responsibilities across work and life.

Sarah Lacey and Dr Carol Strahan delivered a compelling session centred on:

• Managing workplace stress and avoiding burnout

• Building sustainable capacity in professional roles

• Practical strategies for improving wellbeing and productivity

• Encouraging open conversations around mental health in the workplace

The session resonated strongly with attendees, offering both practical tools and meaningful discussion points that can be applied across a wide range of industries.

Strong Engagement from Ballymena’s Business Community

The workshop welcomed Chamber members from diverse sectors including retail, manufacturing, professional services and hospitality—highlighting the growing importance of wellbeing-focused business events in Northern Ireland.

Feedback from attendees has been overwhelmingly positive, with many praising the relevance and quality of the content. Due to this strong response, the Chamber is already in discussions with Sarah Lacey about hosting a larger, similarly themed event in the near future.

Valuable Contributions from Local Members

The Chamber extends its sincere thanks to Jules Black for her informative and engaging contribution during the workshop, adding further value through her professional insights.

A special thank you also goes to Lucinda Graham of Galgorm Melts, who ensured that all attendees left with a thoughtful gift designed to help them relax and unwind after the session.

Supporting Wellbeing in the Workplace

Ballymena Area Chamber of Commerce and Industry continues to play a key role in supporting not only business growth but also the wellbeing of its members.

Events like Women at Work – From Overload to Capacity demonstrate the Chamber’s commitment to delivering meaningful, relevant and impactful initiatives that support both professional and personal development.

Looking Ahead

With strong demand for similar events, Ballymena Chamber looks forward to building on the success of this workshop and continuing to provide opportunities for learning, networking and collaboration across the local business community.