Sinéad Ronan, CEO of County Kildare Chamber, pictured with Sinéad Dooley, Head of Public Engagement, EirGrid.
The County Kildare Chamber Business Awards powered by EirGrid was officially launched today 16th August 2024. The Business Awards celebrate the best in business in Kildare and is open for start up business, emerging businesses, SME’s right up to our large indigenous and multi nationals in the county.
Robust judging by 6 independent judges will lead to the finalists and the eventual winners been announced on the 15th November in The Killashee Hotel where 500 key stakeholders and companies will celebrate the best in business in 2024.
Mairead Hennessey, President of County Kildare Chamber said: “We are delighted to once again collaborate with EirGrid, whose strong partnership and support have been instrumental in the growth of these awards. Last year, we saw a record-breaking number of entrants. These awards offer a fantastic opportunity for any business to share their story, showcase their growth, and present their ambition to our judging panel. We strongly encourage all businesses to participate in one of the region’s most prestigious and well-respected business awards.
We are looking forward to celebrating Kildare’s business talent at this year’s awards and wish the best of luck to all the nominees.”
Sinéad Dooley, head of public engagement, EirGrid, said: “EirGrid is proud to once again be supporting the Kildare Chamber Business Awards in 2024. All throughout our work on the Kildare-Meath Grid Upgrade, we have seen up close the innovation and ambition of local businesses in this region, as well as the support they receive from the Kildare Chamber.
“It is great to be able play a part in supporting these efforts, and we hope that by strengthening the local electricity infrastructure, EirGrid can provide a platform for ongoing and sustainable growth across Kildare’s industry and community alike.
“Congratulations and best of luck to all upcoming nominees.”
Sinéad Ronan CEO of County Kildare Chamber said: “The Kildare Chamber Business Awards is the biggest event of the year for the business community. The awards are designed to celebrate all types and sizes of business. Last year the awards event was the biggest ever, with over 450 business leaders joining us on the night, the competition was strong and there was so much energy and enthusiasm around the awards and the gala event.
This year we expect a record number of entries. With a vast array of categories, from SME of the Year to several sustainability-focused awards, and the prestigious Outstanding Contribution to Business, there’s something for everyone. Coupled with the extensive profile that finalists receive across multiple print and digital platforms, our Business Awards also gives our members the opportunity to challenge themselves through the various categories on offer to nominate for. We are delighted to be returning to the Killashee Hotel for the gala and look forward to our business leaders joining us in recognising and honouring the remarkable achievements that make Kildare a thriving hub of innovation and enterprise.”
The categories are:
The County Kildare Chamber Business Award for Excellence in Communications, sponsored by Eirgrid
The County Kildare Chamber Business Award for Net Zero Achievement, sponsorship opportunity available
The County Kildare Chamber Business Award for International Trade, sponsored by T&I Fitouts
The County Kildare Chamber Business Award for Excellence in the Community, sponsored by Colourtrend
The County Kildare Chamber Business Award for Sustainable Development, sponsored by AIB
The County Kildare Chamber Business Award for Health and Wellbeing, sponsored by Killashee Hotel
The County Kildare Chamber Business Award for Innovation in Business, sponsored by KPMG
The County Kildare Chamber Business Award for Employee of the Year, sponsored by MJOS Group
The County Kildare Chamber Business Award for Best Emerging Business Award, sponsored by LEO Kildare
The County Kildare Chamber Business Award for Best Performing Small Medium Business of the Year, sponsored by Murphy Ireland
The County Kildare Chamber Business Award for Best Performing Large Business, sponsored by Osbourne
The County Kildare Chamber Business Award for Excellence in Customer Service, sponsored by Endress & Hauser
The County Kildare Chamber Business award for Diversity, Equality and Inclusion, sponsored by Kerry Group
The County Kildare Chamber Overall Business of the Year Award, sponsored by Permanent TSB
The County Kildare Chamber Outstanding Contribution to Business Award, sponsored by Crystal Air
Nominations open online from Friday, 16th August 2024
Closing date for all completed applications is Friday 27th September 2024 @5pm.
Winners in each category along with the Overall Business of the year and the recipient of the “Outstanding Contribution to Business Award” will be announced on the 15th November in The Killashee Hotel, Naas. Tickets are €175 + VAT pp or €1750 + VAT for a table of ten.
Book your tickets through the website Kildare Business Awards or by emailing Jennifer@countykildarechamber.ie.
