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Tommy
began his career at Waterford in 1975. He remembers that
day as if it was yesterday when he joined as a Flat Cutter
here at our factory in Kilbarry, on the outskirts of Waterford
city. Qualifying as a Master Cutter within five years, Tommy
excelled in his craft for over twenty years when an opportunity
arose in 1995 to set up the first crystal sculpting department
at Waterford. This department is a hive of activity where
a small team work to create special prestigious pieces for
auspicious events throughout the world.
Among
the many works that Tommy has conceived and created, he
especially remembers the special piece he created for Michael
Flatley, of Riverdance fame, when the world famous dancer
was presented with a statuesque poise of himself at a special
celebration in Dublin. He enjoys the comraderie of the team
in the Sculpting department and remembers when they co-created
a 3 ft replica of the Golden Gate Bridge in San Francisco.
In
his spare time, Tommy enjoys Golf and driving his Harley
Davidson on the country roads of Waterford. In the evenings
he enjoys long walks in the countryside with his wife Faye
and his three daughters, Lucy, Laura and Clare.
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