Yvonne joined Ballymena Business Centre in 1996 through a Youth Employment Scheme.

She advanced within the organisation to roles in bookkeeping and account management.

Over 30 years she has supported start-ups and existing businesses in the Ballymena area.

Her work has included managing finances for capital projects and enterprise initiatives.

The Board of Directors and staff have congratulated her on the milestone and noted plans for the new Ballymena Enterprise Strategy.