Click on the arrows to go through the photos James Anthony McGinley was proudly honoured as Business Person of the Year at the Donegal Dublin Business Network (DDBN) Christmas Gala Dinner, held on Thursday night at the Iveagh Garden Hotel in Dublin. The glitzy awards evening brought together members of the Donegal community from across the country for a memorable night of celebration, connection and generosity. The atmosphere in the room reflected not only professional admiration for James McGinley and McGinley Coach Travel achievements, but also a deep sense of pride from his fellow Donegal family and community. James McGinley was joined at the event by family, including his wife Sínead, their four daughters, his parents Mary and John, his brother and sisters, all of whom joined in celebrating the well-deserved recognition. The Business Person of the Year Award, presented by the Donegal Dublin Business Network, recognises James Anthony McGinley’s outstanding contribution to Irish business over almost four decades. As the driving force behind John McGinley’s Coach Travel, he has played a pivotal role in growing the family business from humble beginnings into one of Ireland’s most recognisable and trusted transport companies. Founded in 1968 by his father John with a single minibus, the business has evolved into a vital transport link connecting Donegal with Dublin, Scotland and beyond. Headquartered in Magheroarty, near Gortahork, McGinley Coach Travel now operates one of the largest and most modern coach fleets in the country. In 2024, the company marked a major milestone with a €4 million investment in 10 new state-of-the-art coaches, reinforcing its long-term commitment to serving the people of Donegal. Speaking on the night, James Anthony McGinley said he was deeply honoured to receive the award from his own county people. “It is a tremendous honour to receive the DDBN Business Person of the Year Award,” he said. “To be recognised by your own county people makes it especially
In pictures: ‘Donegal’s Michael O’Leary’, James Anthony McGinley honoured at DDBN gala
The Business Person of the Year Award, presented by the Donegal Dublin Business Network, recognises James Anthony McGinley’s outstanding contribution to Irish business over almost four decades
