Week 4 in my Irish Abroad series and my guest this week is Sinead Naughton from New Inn, Co. Galway who has lived in New York for the past 30 years. Sinead is a retired History teacher who now operates bars restaurants in NYC and NJ with her husband Scott. Sinead is involved with various networks in NYC and is a long time volunteer with Concern Worldwide.
This was a wonderful chat and a chance to reconnect, as myself and Sinead had been school mates from 1983 to 1988 in the Mercy Convent in Tuam, Co. Galway, this is the first time we have spoken since then! We shared memories of our time in secondary school and the teachers that had an impact on us growing up and in later years as adults.
Sinead shared how her family in Ireland are such a big part of her life and the memories of her late Father still flow through her words today.
Sinead shared how the pandemic changed so much in the hospitality industry and how businesses have had to adapt since then.
We also spoke about creating opportunities for ourselves and sometimes that is by putting ourselves out there, even when we feel like we are out of our comfort zones.
Sinéad and Scott enjoy traveling, exploring the outdoors, and having fun with their lovely English bulldog. Sinéad gets back to Ireland pretty often and treasures spending time with her family and young nieces and nephews.
You can connect to Sinead through LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/sinead-naughton-2072b7b/
Sharon Fitzmaurice is a Holistic Wellness Coach, Author and Podcast Host based in Co Galway. If you would like to be a guest on her podcast or contact her regarding any of the topics discussed on the show please do so through her website https://www.sharonfitzmauricemindfulness.com
