The County Wexford Business Awards gala ceremony, held at Whites of Wexford Hotel in Wexford town, was a spectacular event celebrating the region’s entrepreneurial spirit. With nearly 450 guests in attendance, the sold-out black-tie affair was hosted by renowned MC and comedian Colm O’Regan, ensuring an evening filled with entertainment and recognition for the county’s finest businesses.
MGM Partnership was named County Wexford Overall Business of the Year, to great acclaim, following their win as the County Wexford Professional Services Provider of the Year. New Ross Credit Union was named as the recipient of the County Wexford Trailblazer of the Year.
“The County Wexford Business Awards celebrate the excellence and hard work from our business community across all sectors in the county,” said Paula Roche, CEO of County Wexford Chamber. As ever, the awards proved popular, with approximately 200 applications and 94 businesses in the running for awards across 18 categories on the night.
“As one of the most prestigious events in the regional business calendar, the Awards offer a powerful platform to honour achievement and celebrate the finalists for their outstanding contributions to County Wexford’s economic success.”
Special thanks was also extended to the sponsors, judging panel, lead sponsor BD, lead partner Wexford County Council, media sponsor Wexford People, and Stafford’s Irish Spirits who sponsored the pre-dinner drinks reception.
On the evening, Conor Robinson, President of County Wexford Chamber, congratulated the finalists for their innovation, resilience, and commitment to excellence.
County Wexford Chamber, which connects, supports, and represents 350 member businesses employing 22,000 people across the county, continues to foster a robust and dynamic business environment. The success of this year’s awards underscores the Chamber’s pivotal role in promoting and supporting the business community in County Wexford.
County Wexford Solopreneur of the Year
Sponsor: Kersia
Winner: Regina O’Connor Skin Clinic
Runner-Up: Lord Leroy’s Lodge
County Wexford Start Up Business of the Year
Sponsor: Local Enterprise Office Wexford
Winner: Fashion Connect Ireland
Runner-Up: Emerald Corporate Services
County Wexford Excellence in Workforce Development
Sponsor: County Wexford Chamber Skillnet
Winner: Talbot Hotel, Wexford
Runner-Up: Greenhill Fruit Farm
County Wexford Employee of the Year
Sponsor: Johnsons Celtic Linen
Winner: Dunbrody Famine Ship Experience
Runner-Up: SETU
County Wexford Business of the Year (2-50 Employees)
Sponsor: Danone
Winner: Mooney Furniture & Design
Runner-Up: Urban Gym
County Wexford Business of the Year (50+ Employees)
Sponsor: PwC Ireland
Winner: Integer Holdings Corporation
Joint Runners-Up: AirconMech and Wexford Bus
County Wexford Family Business of the Year
Sponsor: Reynaers Aluminium
Winner: F&M Whelan Engineering
Runner-Up: Natural Health Store
County Wexford Excellence in Customer Experience
Sponsor: Pettitt’s SuperValu
Winner: Wexford Bus
Joint Runners-Up: K&K Windows and Gainfort Hair & Beauty
County Wexford Excellence in Culture, Heritage, and Tourism
Sponsor: Ireland’s Ancient East
Winner: Irish Heritage Trust/Johnstown Castle Estate, Museum & Gardens
Runner-Up: Dunbrody Famine Ship Experience
County Wexford Hospitality Provider of the Year
Sponsor: Wexford People
Winner: Mary Barry’s Seafood Bar & Restaurant
Joint Runners-Up: Whites of Wexford and Dunbrody County House Hotel
County Wexford Excellence in Agri, Food & Beverage Production
Sponsor: Irish Country Meats
Winner: Domaine Kavanagh Genevrier Ltd / La Kav Wines
Joint Runners-Up: Wexford Sea Salt and O’Neill’s Dry Cure Bacon Co
County Wexford Operational Excellence & Innovation
Sponsor: Kent Stainless
Winner: Wexford Bus
Runner-Up: Elevate Financial Planning
County Wexford Digital Commerce Excellence
Sponsor: Integer
Winner: Holos Skincare
Runner-Up: Natural Health Store
County Wexford International Business Excellence
Sponsor: Rosslare Europort
Winner: NMB Architects Ltd
Runner-Up: Reynaers Aluminium
County Wexford Professional Services Provider of the Year
Sponsor: Midland Tyre Services
Winner: MGM Partnership
Runner-Up: Tennant HR
County Wexford Sustainability Initiative Award
Sponsor: Zurich
Winner: Bean and Goose Chocolate
Runner-Up: Burrow Holiday Park
County Wexford Equity, Diversity & Inclusion Award
Sponsor: Waters Technologies
Joint Winners: WWETB and Cumas New Ross
County Wexford Trailblazer of the Year Award
Sponsor: Monart Destination Spa
Winner: New Ross Credit Union
County Wexford Overall Business of the Year
Sponsor: BD
Winner: MGM Partnership
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