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JOHN LOUGHRAN
Owner/Director
The eldest son of the original owners George and Rosaleen Loughran, John grew up with his family in the hotel. He studied in Trinity College, and qualified as a Chartered Accountant with PWC. He joined his brother in the hotel in 1990 and became sole owner in 1999. He loves rugby and commissioned the 15ft bronze “Sandymount Line Out” sculpture.
Audrey, his wife of 44 years was a receptionist in the hotel. They have 4 children and 7 grandchildren. Their son, Gerard, works in the hotel and Oisin works with AON Insurance in Toronto.
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GERARD LOUGHRAN
Director
Gerard has been working in the hotel for as long as he can remember, from pulling pints to making beds, he's done it all. He became a fully-fledged member of the team in 2006 and now manages the day to day operations of the hotel.
When Gerard's not working he can be found on the tee box or football pitch!
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BEATRICE O’DONOGHOE
Receptionist
Beatrice, aka Bea, as regular guests like to call her is a household name. Bea began working at the hotel 43 years ago under the guidance of John’s mother Rosaleen. Bea’s love for the family and her role meant she never left and still to this day brings the same work ethic and heartfelt welcome to the hotel.
Bea loves to spend time with her two grandchildren in her spare time, she also loves travelling and visiting her son in Australia.
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SHANE DOHERTY
Head Chef
Shane began working at the Sandymount Hotel 13 years ago. He started cooking at a very young age, learning tips and tricks from his mother who was also a chef. He trained at the Institute of Technology in Tralee before spending several years in America and Australia. Shane created the Christmas Gingerbread Village and plays a huge role every match day feeding hundreds of hungry supporters before and after matches.
When Shane’s not cooking he likes to travel and introduces ideas from overseas into his cuisine at Sandymount Hotel.
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MATE SZAKACS
Hotel Manager
Mate is originally from Szeged, Hungary. He studied Economics but chose to pursue his dream of working on cruise ships. Traveling widely, he met many fascinating people—including his future wife. In 2013, they moved to Ireland, where he worked in various hotel roles. Joining Sandymount in 2016 as Senior Duty Manager, he quickly advanced. After leaving in 2021 to gain more experience, he recently returned with a fresh perspective and renewed enthusiasm.
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RONAN TREACY
Director of Sales
Having worked in Travel since the late 1980s with household brand names like Aer Lingus, 123.ie, the FAI, Burlington Hotel, Ballsbridge Hotel and a prior successful stint with Sandymount Hotel between 2013 and 2016, Ronan has recently returned as Director of Sales, working across Corporate, Leisure, Group and Conference business to help drive more business to the Hotel as we grow from strength to strength.
A team player, Ronan is first and foremost a Family Man, but for fun loves being a GAA football coach, keen social footballer and enjoys the occasional bit of travel both for business and for pleasure.
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CONNOR DOLAN
Financial Controller
After completing his Leaving Certificate in 1993, Connor moved to Scotland to study Accountancy at University of Dundee. On completion of his degree, he worked with JD Wetherspoons for several years gaining great training and insight in the hospitality industry. He returned to Ireland in 2001 and worked in practice for several years before moving to work in industry. He commenced employment with Sandymount Hotel in August 2005.
Outside of work, Connor’s interests are walking, cycling, cinema and Liverpool FC
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