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Petmania Unveils New Pet Care Experience at State-of-The-Art Store in Athlone

Petmania have unveiled a unique one-stop health and wellness destination for pets and their owners in Athlone. The new store, based in Monksland, Athlone, marks the Irish owned company’s 16th store opening nationwide and brings unrivalled expertise in pet health and nutrition as well as a host of high-quality services and pet care experiences to the area.     The […]

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Dingle Distillery Release Limited Edition Grianstad an Gheimhridh, Honouring Winter Solstice

Dingle Distillery has recently announce its highly anticipated Grianstad an Gheimhridh Single Malt Whiskey, the fifth release in a series of nine limited-edition whiskeys in its Wheel of the Year series. This new release is now available at DingleDistillery.ie and across off-licenses and stores nationwide, available just in time for the festive period.    The Wheel of the Year series is a truly […]

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125 New Roles Created by Domino’s with Belfast Store Opening

Domino’s, the nation’s best-loved pizza, has opened three new stores in Northern Ireland, with plans to open a fourth new store in January 2024, delivering a total of 125 new roles to the area including store management, pizza chefs, customer service colleagues and delivery drivers.     The Northern Ireland based stores are the latest in a series […]

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Personal Meets Practicality with A Week of Socks

Harris PR have recently teamed up with A Week of Socks, an Irish start-up who seek to strike the perfect gifting balance this Christmas by offering a gift that is both practical and personal.   A Week of Socks, a visionary Irish start-up, has unveiled a game-changing solution to the never-ending issue of matching socks and […]

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Roscommon Embraces the Festive Magic as Christmas Festival Returns 

Visit Roscommon have this week unveiled their enchanting Christmas Festival, encouraging visitors to discover all the county has to offer this Christmas. From December 9th-10th, the annual Roscommon Christmas Festival, presented by the Roscommon Town Team, Roscommon Leader Partnership, Roscommon Chamber, and supported by Roscommon County Council, will delight visitors with its festive ambiance and a wide range of […]

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Kärcher Sheds Light on Condensation Research

In a recent study conducted by Harris PR and Kärcher, the global leader in innovative cleaning solutions, the spotlight is on Irish householders and their apprehensions surrounding condensation and dampness in their homes.   The study unveils that a significant 68% of Irish households express worry about health issues and safety risks related to dampness […]

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Unveiling Spectrum: A Late-Night Fusion of Art and Music

A groundbreaking cultural revolution is about to unfold at Rua Red Gallery, in Tallaght, Dublin with the debut of Spectrum, a captivating late-night event series that will redefine the boundaries of art, music, and nightlife, presented by Rua Red in collaboration with SoFFt Productions and NOISE Music. This unique initiative is proudly supported by The Arts Council of Ireland’s Late Night […]

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Petmania Pioneers Microchipping Outside Of Vet Clinics, Revolutionising Pet Identification in Ireland 

Petmania, the largest specialist pet retailer in Ireland, recently extended their service offering to include in-store microchipping services.   The move positions Petmania as the first company in Ireland outside of veterinary clinics to offer the service, making it more convenient than ever for pet identification. By expanding their offerings, they position themselves as trailblazers, ensuring that […]

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Púca Festival 2023 draws to a close with over 10,000 in attendance

This years Púca Festival 2023 has officially drawn to a close, with over 10,000 domestic and international visitors in attendance for the Opening Procession alone.   The Púca Festival was developed by Fáilte Ireland in partnership with Local Authority stakeholders to tell the story of Halloween’s origins in Irish and Celtic traditions. Samhain was an important event in the Celtic year, celebrating the harvest, and […]

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Adorable Pup Crowned Top Dog at Petmania’s Puppy of the Year 2023

Ireland’s pet experts Petmania recently announced the winner of their annual Puppy of the Year competition, with the grand final taking place Saturday 28th at their Kilkenny store.   Announcing the winner on Tuesday the 31st, the Mountrath based pup Donut beat off competition from over 1,600 entries being crowned this years Puppy of the Year. Donut, an English Mastiff puppy, battled it […]

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Denny Redmond

JUNIOR ACCOUNT MANAGER

Denny brings a rich and varied background across PR, HR, and theatre production, with PR agency experience and an in-house role with The Gate Theatre, as well as several roles in the HR sector. After taking time to travel and pursue further studies, he returned to the world of PR in 2025, joining the Harris PR team where he supports clients in the food, motoring, retail, festivals & events, and NFP sectors.

 

Denny’s creative waters run deep, and his communication skills, signature energy and collaborative approach make him an invaluable addition to the team.

Viktoriia Hurska

SENIOR ACCOUNT EXECUTIVE

Vika joined Harris PR following her selection as the recipient of the 2025/26 Harris PR Diversity, Equality and Inclusion Bursary, developed in partnership with the Public Relations Institute of Ireland (PRII) and the Open Doors Initiative. Originally from Ukraine and displaced by war, Vika came to Ireland in 2022 and brings over eight years of experience in communications including a wealth of strategic insight, creativity, and international perspective.

 

As part of the Bursary, Viktoriia is completing the PRII Diploma in Public Relations, combining academic study with hands-on agency experience at Harris PR, where she supports clients in the retail, health & wellness, festivals and NFP sectors.

Eve McSweeney

Account Manager

Eve is a skilled communications specialist who joined Harris PR in 2026 bringing extensive experience in strategic PR across the business, technology, and consumer sectors.

 

Eve previously spent over four years at tech-focused communications agency Beachhut PR, where she delivered strategic positioning, executive profiling, and global media relations for high-growth companies and multinational brands, often translating jargon heavy language into clear messaging. Her experience spans fintech, automotive, e-commerce, Web3, med-tech, supply chain, and enviro-tech industries.

 

She plays a key role in shaping and delivering integrated communications strategies, working closely with clients to build strong narratives, deliver insight-led storytelling, and drive meaningful media engagement.

Emma Geraghty

ACCOUNT MANAGER

Emma started her career in Internal Communications before undertaking a Masters in Public Relations and Strategic Communications. She moved on to become a Public Relations Manager in a fast-paced retail environment for over two years before joining Harris PR in 2025.

 

Experienced in delivering and executing PR campaigns across corporate, consumer and sustainability communications, whilst nurturing brand reputation, Emma manages clients in the health & wellness, retail, festivals and NFP sectors. A true media relations pro, her passion lies in storytelling and identifying news angles that will generate positive coverage while landing key messages.

Niamh McCarrick

DEPUTY MANAGING DIRECTOR

With over 20 years’ experience, both agency and in-house, Niamh is a versatile and passionate PR expert who joined the Harris PR team in 2020.

 

During the course of her career she has worked with a broad range of corporate entities and consumer brands from industries spanning retail, telecoms, and FMCG, and has been the recipient of a number of PRCA awards in recognition of her work. She later served on the judging panel for the annual industry awards for several years.

Niamh specialises in strategy, planning, media relations and influencer management at Harris PR, and is the account lead for a number of brands in the retail, food & beverage, health & wellness and travel & tourism sectors.

Sonia Harris Pope

FOUNDER & MANAGING DIRECTOR

Sonia established Harris PR in 2009, following a decade in agency PR and three years as a journalist with the Sunday Independent.  Her vision is to provide a truly people centric service, delivering standout creative work that moves the dial, while acting as an extension of client teams

 

While taking an active role in client work, alongside running the business, Sonia is responsible for strategic counsel, creative oversight and KPI delivery.  She has advised multinationals, start-ups, NFPs, and more over the course of her career and is deeply committed to advancing the PR industry by investing in talent and building an agency culture rooted in fairness and inclusivity.

 

Sonia is committed to advancing DEI in the PR Industry, and recently commissioned research and prepared the first benchmark report and toolkit for employers on the state of DEI in PR Ireland.  An active member of the PRII, and co-founder of the DEI PR Bursary now in its third year, Sonia has recently joined the board of the PRCA, and is committed to driving more inclusive hiring and workplace practices throughout the industry.