Mary McKenna of Tour America, The Travel Suite and Cruise Holidays has been honoured at this year’s Business Plus Magazine Annual Lunch of Legends, which recognises and celebrates prominent figures from various industries.
The ceremony also celebrated Pat Spillane, Catherina McKiernan, and Barry Napier, each recognised for their significant contributions to their respective fields.
Paul Henderson, CEO of DMG Media, said: “It’s a genuine pleasure to honour these outstanding individuals who have each excelled in their chosen fields. Catherina, Barry, Pat, and Mary truly embody the spirit of achievement that the Lunch of Legends seeks to recognise.”
Ms McKenna was honoured for her resilience and innovation in the travel industry. Despite challenges like the 9/11 aftermath and the recent pandemic, her company has thrived, expanding into cruise holidays and recovering strongly post-Covid.
Her leadership earned her a nomination for the 2018 EY Entrepreneur of the Year, and her company has been recognised as one of Deloitte’s Best Managed Companies for 13 consecutive years.
Tour America, along with its affiliates The Travel Suite and Cruise Holidays, specialises in tailor-made luxury holidays and cruises worldwide.
