Successful County Wexford Business Awards showcase entrepreneurship

The County Wexford Business Awards gala ceremony, held on Friday, May 23rd, 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 were 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