Best of Laois business to be honoured at gala awards
Laois Business Awards 2025 finalists announced by Laois Chamber Alliance
Laois Chamber Alliance has announced the finalists for the Laois Business Awards 2025, which it says will celebrate excellence, innovation and resilience across the county's vibrant business community.
This year’s awards ceremony will take place on Friday, May 9, 2025 at The Heritage, Killenard. Hosted by broadcaster Ivan Yates, the event promises to be a memorable evening that brings together business leaders, entrepreneurs, and key stakeholders from across the county.
Laois Chamber Alliance, which is holding the awards in partnership with Laois County Council, thanks all the entrepreneurs in the business community who submitted nominations.
"The number and quality of entries received are a testament to the exceptional calibre of businesses and professionals operating across Laois.
"We would also like to thank our esteemed judging panel, who undertook the challenging task of reviewing and evaluating each nomination. Their time, diligence, and commitment to fairness ensured a thorough and thoughtful shortlisting process.
"We look forward to welcoming guests to a night that recognises and honours the very best in business across Laois," said a statement to the Leinster Express / Laois Live.
The finalists and and category sponsors are as follows:
Outstanding SME of the Year - Sponsored by PTSB
- O’Mahoney Safety Solutions
- Byrne Joinery
- Glamping Under Stars
- Ballykilcavan Farm and Brewery
Large Business of the Year - Sponsored by Mulhall’s SuperValu
- Finline Furniture
- The Heritage Hotel
- CJ Sheeran
- Midlands Steel
Start-Up / Emerging New Business of the Year - Sponsored by Local Enterprise Office Laois
- Angelina George
- Gingerbread Pasticceria
- MyComfort
- Sasta
Business Supporting Community - Sponsored by Leprino Foods
- People First Credit Union
- Midlands Park Hotel
- Finline Furniture
- AIB
Excellence in Tourism and Hospitality - Sponsored by Fáilte Ireland
- Roundwood House
- Glamping Under the Stars
- Ballykilcavan Farm and Brewery
- Ballyfin Demesne
Excellence in Retail - Sponsored by EKCO
- Nook and Cranny
- Hummingbird Cafe
- Fifty Seven Boutique and Gift Emporium
- Dowlings Gala Killenard
Excellence in Innovation - Sponsored by Martleys
- CJ Sheeran
- Midlands Steel
- VIMAR Digital Marketing
- Laois Today
Best Marketing and Communications Initiative - Sponsored by Telford’s
- Glamping Under the Stars
- Ballykilcavan Farm and Brewery
- True Financial
- Temptation Chocolates
Innovation in Sustainability & Climate Action - Sponsored by LOETB
- Finline Furniture
- Steam Preservation Society
- Enva
- Bluestone Facilities
Spirit of Laois Award - Sponsored by Finline Furniture
- Ailish Dunne
- Peter Naughton
- Martin Meade
- Teddy Fennelly
Laois Business of the Year - Sponsored by Bank of Ireland
- Midlands Steel
- Polar Ice
- Telfords
- Enva
Laois Business Person of the Year - Sponsored by VIMAR Digital Marketing
- Shane Tobin
- Mark Martley
- Cian Prendergast
- Sandra Redden
Laois Rising Star Award - Sponsored by O’Gorman’s Bar and Restaurant
- Alison O’Kelly
- Romina Roe
- Caroline Hofman
- Darragh Phelan
Excellence in Food and Drink Service and Production - Sponsored by Ballyfin Demesne
- The Merry Mill
- Temptation Chocolates
- Midlands Park Hotel
- Roundwood House
Award attendees will enjoy a black-tie evening featuring a drinks reception, three-course gourmet dinner, live band entertainment The Vows, and the awards ceremony itself.
The event takes place on Friday, May 9 from 6pm at The Heritage Hotel, Killenard.
Individual tickets cost €125 while a table of 10 is proced at €1,150. Tickets can be purchased via www.laoischamber.ie/awards by contacting the Chamber office at [email protected] or by phone at 085 2566522.
Laois Chamber Alliance thanks to Laois County Council, AIB, Light & Sound, The Heritage Hotel, and all of this year’s valued category sponsors. Their support enables the Chamber to celebrate the ambition and excellence of the Laois business community.