Athlone Business Awards 2023

Celebrating Excellence!

The Athlone Business Awards 2023 held on Saturday, November 4th, at the Sheraton Athlone Hotel, was a night to remember. It was an evening filled with celebration, recognition, and inspiration as we gathered to honour the outstanding achievements and contributions of our local business community.

Firstly, we would like to extend our gratitude to our our sponsors, whose pivotal support played a significant role in the event’s success. Your contributions were indispensable, and we extend our sincere gratitude to each and every one of you.

Furthermore, we would like to thank our Master of Ceremonies, Eamon Horan and his delightful humour and jokes that added an extra layer of charm to the evening. Eamon’s charisma and exceptional hosting skills made the night even more memorable and enjoyable for all.

We would also like to thank all the team at the Sheraton Athlone Hotel for providing an impeccable setting for this prestigious occasion.  Special recognition goes to The Cosmonauts for their outstanding musical performance!

Last but certainly not least, we extend our congratulations not only to the winners but to all the nominees as well. Your dedication and hard work have been integral to the success and vibrancy of our local business community!

Winners & Shortlist 2023

Best Large Business of the Year

WINNER:

Athlone Excrusions/3A Composites

SHORTLIST:

  • Colm Quinn Group
  • Medtronic Athlone
  • Athlone Excrusions/3A Composites

Sponsored by Technological University of the Shannon.

Best in Hospitality

WINNER:

Hodson Bay Group

SHORTLIST:

  • Glasson Lakehouse
  • Athlone Springs & Leisure Club
  • Hodson Bay Group

Sponsored by Bus Eireann.

Business of the Year

WINNER:

Oliver Carty & Family

SHORTLIST:

  • Oliver Carty & Family
  • A1 Cleaning Services
  • Spectru, Signs

Sponsored by Colm Quinn Group.

Business Person of the Year

WINNER:

Carmel owens – Sidero

SHORTLIST:

  • Michael Waldon  – Waldron Meats
  • Carmel Owens  – Sidero

Sponsored by RBK Chartered Accountants.

Customer Service of the Year

WINNER:

BMF Chimney Sweep & Oil Boiler Services

SHORTLIST:

  • Athlone & Castlerea Credit Union
  • Midland Print
  • BMF Chimney Sweep & Oil Boiler Services

Sponsored by Grovelands Childcare.

Diversity, Equality & Inclusion

WINNER:

Sidero

SHORTLIST:

  • TUS – Faculty of Continuing, Professional, Online and Distance Learning
  • Sidero

Sponsored by Athlone Extrusions/3A Composites.

Professional/Service Provider of the Year

WINNER:

Collins McNicolas Recruitment & HR Services

SHORTLIST:

  • Collins McNicolas Recruitment & HR Services
  • ICPPD
  • Byrne Carolan Cunningham LLP Solicitors

Sponsored by AIB.

Family Business of the Year

WINNER:

Shamrock Lodge Hotel

SHORTLIST:

  • Dooley’s Flowers
  • H.B. Safety Services
  • Shamrock Lodge Hotel

Sponsored by Oliver Carty & Family.

Retailer of the Year

WINNER:

Burgess Department Store

SHORTLIST:

  • Dooley’s Flowers
  • Wines Direct
  • Burgess Department Store

Sponsored by Permanent TSB.

Best Online Presence & Social Media

WINNER:

Kilbeggan Races

SHORTLIST:

  • Kilbeggan Races
  • deDANU Wellness
  • BMF Chimney Sweep & Oil Boiler Services

Sponsored by Westmeath Independent.

SME of the Year

WINNER:

MMA Architects

SHORTLIST:

  • Midlands Counseling Clinic
  • MMA Architects
  • The Marketing Department

Sponsored by DPD.

StartUp/Emerging New Business of the Year

WINNER:

TAPiTAG

SHORTLIST:

  • TAPiTAG
  • KO Financial
  • Wines Direct

Sponsored by Bank of Ireland.

Excellence in Sustainanility & Climate Action

WINNER:

DPD Ireland

SHORTLIST:

  • Bus Eireann
  • DPD Ireland
  • TUS – Faculty of Business & Hospitality Studies

Sponsored by Athlone Springs Hotel & Leisure Club.

Best Tourism Experience

WINNER:

Baysports Athlone

SHORTLIST:

  • Dún na Sí Amenity & Heritage Park

  • Athlone Guided Tours

  • Baysports Athlone

Sponsored by Viking Tours.

Community Group of the Year

WINNER:

Infinity Friends Athlone

SHORTLIST:

  • Dún na Sí Amenity & Heritage Park

  • Infinity Friends Athlone
  • Athlone Community Radio

Sponsored by Athlone & Castlerea Credit Union.