Fingal Business Awards 2024 Celebrate Outstanding Achievements in Local Business
The Fingal Business Awards 2024 concluded spectacularly on Friday, November 15th, at the Crowne Plaza Dublin Airport, Santry. The prestigious Gala Awards Presentation Evening, hosted by renowned broadcaster Marty Whelan, brought together over 430 business leaders, entrepreneurs, and community champions to celebrate the exceptional achievements of businesses across the Fingal region.
Now in its 20th year, the Fingal Business Awards continue to spotlight the local business community’s resilience, innovation, and contribution to economic growth and community well-being. With a record number of 90 shortlisted businesses competing across 25 categories, the awards showcased the breadth and diversity of Fingal's thriving business ecosystem.
The winners, selected by an esteemed panel of judges, were recognised for their talent, sustainability, business innovation, and customer service excellence. From large corporations to small enterprises, the night highlighted the outstanding impact these businesses have on the local economy and beyond.
The Gala Awards Evening, attended by prominent figures from the Fingal business community, including the Mayor of Fingal, Brian McDonagh, and Minister Darragh O'Brien TD, featured an evening of celebration, entertainment, and networking, culminating in the announcement of the winners. As part of the ceremony, attendees were treated to a lavish dinner, live music, and an opportunity to connect with the region’s leading business professionals.
Fingal Chamber, Chief Executive, Anthony Cooney, said: “The 2024 Fingal Business Awards have been a remarkable celebration of the innovation, talent, and community spirit that defines our region. Each winner has demonstrated exceptional dedication to their craft and made significant contributions to their respective sectors. It is truly inspiring to witness the strength of Fingal’s business community, and we look forward to the continued success of these organisations in the years to come.”
Fingal Chamber would like to extend heartfelt congratulations to all the winners and finalists for their outstanding achievements. For more information on the Fingal Business Awards and to stay updated on future events, please visit www.fingalchamber.ie.
2024 Fingal Business Awards – Full List of Winners
1. Talent
Recognising individuals and teams that exemplify excellence, leadership, and achievement in their fields:
- Business Person of the Year (sponsored by Dublin Airport) – Ian McGuinness, Roganstown Hotel and County Club, Swords
- Young Business Person of the Year (sponsored by TU Dublin) – Kimberly Brophy, Naked Glow, Ashtown
- Team of the Year (sponsored by Malone Group) – IBM’s Software Development Operations Team, Mulhuddart
2. Sustainable Business Impact
Celebrating businesses making a positive impact through responsible and sustainable practices:
- Best Community Involvement (sponsored by Riot Games) – Dublin Airport’s Community Fund
- Best Climate Action (sponsored by Eirgrid) – Swords Pavilions
- Best Workplace (sponsored by Adare) – Maldron Hotel Dublin Airport
- Best in Diversity, Equity & Inclusion (sponsored by Swords Pavilions) – Flexsource Solutions, Swords
- Best Sustainable Impact by an SME (sponsored by Maldron Hotel Dublin Airport) – Amica Eco Hairdressing, Castleknock
3. Business Excellence
Honouring businesses demonstrating operational excellence, innovation, and growth:
- Business of the Year (Large/Corporate) (sponsored by Osborne) – Swords Pavilions
- Business of the Year (Small and Medium Enterprise) (sponsored by McInerney Saunders) – Property Claims Loss Assessors, Santry
- Business of the Year (Startup/New Business) (sponsored by Local Enterprise Office Fingal) – Anyscor, Blanchardstown
- Public Service of the Year (sponsored by Clayton Hotel Dublin Airport) – Fingal County Council’s Events Unit
- Not-For-Profit Organisation of the Year (sponsored by AWS) – Draíocht, Blanchardstown
- Best in International Trade (sponsored by Country Crest) – Keogh’s Crisps, Oldtown
- Best Innovation in Business (sponsored by Skillnet Ireland) – Aerial AG, Castleknock
- Best in Sales & Marketing (sponsored by Vhi Healthcare) – One4all’s Thank You Teacher Campaign, Swords
- Best in Learning & Development (sponsored by Keelings) – Primeline Group, Dublin Airport Logistics Park
4. Customer Experience
Recognising businesses excelling in delivering outstanding customer service:
- Best Hotel (sponsored by Aer Lingus) – Castleknock Hotel
- Best Leisure/Tourism Service (sponsored by Carlton Hotels) – Newbridge House and Farm, Donabate
- Best Restaurant (sponsored by AIB) – Hogs & Heifers, Swords
- Best Bar/Pub (sponsored by Bank of Ireland) – Gilbert & Wright, Malahide
- Best Café (sponsored by CWPA Planning & Architecture) – Skinny Batch Bakery, Lusk
- Best Health/Beauty Service (sponsored by Equinix) – Seomra Salainn, Ballyboughal
- Best Retail Outlet (sponsored by One4all) – Dorian Black, Balbriggan
- Best Professional Service (sponsored by Crowne Plaza Hotels) – Donna Reilly People & Wellness, Balgriffin
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