Nominations open for Carlow Business Awards 2025
Some of the attendees at the launch of the annual Carlow Business Awards in SETU last Thursday Photo: Thomas Sunderland
LOCAL businesses across the county are being invited to participate in the prestigious Carlow Business Awards 2025, with nominations now open to the public.
The awards, sponsored for the second consecutive year by Carlow Credit Union, were officially launched at an event hosted by South East Technological University (SETU). Last year’s overall winner, Caredoc, played host to the launch ceremony.
Carlow Credit Union CEO Ultan Ryan emphasised the importance of these awards in recognising businesses that contribute to the local community, stating: “Every business that enters is giving back to their local community in some way, whether that is through employing people, using local suppliers, providing key services or skills, supporting local clubs or donating to charities. Their impact cannot be underestimated.”
Last year’s awards saw impressive participation with over 400 nominations for more than 140 businesses across all 26 categories. The chamber welcomes nominations from businesses of all sizes and sectors, as well as from members of the public wishing to recognise exceptional local enterprises.
Michael Quinn, president of County Carlow Chamber of Commerce, explained that “the Carlow Business Awards were developed to recognise and reward excellence in business throughout the county”. He noted that the recognition has tangible benefits for finalists and winners.
Margaret Curran, general manager of Caredoc, reflected on the impact of winning last year’s top honour: “Caredoc were very proud to be selected as the overall Carlow Business of the Year at last year’s awards ceremony. We felt it was a real recognition of the work we do, and of the fantastic team that work at Caredoc.”
Nominations can be submitted through a simple online form on the chamber’s website. “Nominating is quick and easy. The online form takes less than two minutes to complete – and can make all the difference,” said Nicola Doran, CEO of County Carlow Chamber.
The closing date for nominations is midnight on Sunday 8 June. Following the initial nominations, shortlisted businesses will be invited to submit more detailed applications in mid-June, with finalists announced in August.
The winners will be revealed at the Carlow Business Awards ceremony at Visual on 18 September, with tickets going on sale in August.
For more information or to submit nominations, visit www.carlowchamber.com.
