The 2026 Athlone Chamber Business Awards was a memorable evening, celebrating the remarkable achievements of the businesses, individuals and community groups that contribute to the continued growth and success of our region.

The 2026 Award Winners

• Best Hair, Beauty & Lifestyle – SkinShop

• Best Large Business – Ericsson

• Best Online Presence & Social Media – SkinShop

• Best Tourism Experience/Event of the Year – Heartlands Pride Athlone

• Community Group of the Year – Connaught Street & Environs Community Group

• Customer Service of the Year: Medium to Large Business – Wineport Lodge

• Customer Service of the Year: Small Business– The Misneach Centre

• Diversity, Equality & Inclusion – Zinkworks

• Employer of the Year – RBK Chartered Accountants

• Excellence in Hospitality – Shamrock Lodge Hotel

• Excellence in Sustainability – Almac Sciences

• Family Business of the Year – Quinn Transport

• Professional/Service Provider : Medium to Large Business – Zinkworks

• Professional/Service Provider:Small Business – Incorpro

• Retail Experience of the Year – Fernhill Garden Centre

• SME of the Year – Ossark Limited

• Start-up/Emerging New Business – Dome Experiences

• Volunteer of the Year – Christine O’Mahony

• Business Person of the Year – Paddy McCaul, Shamrock Lodge Hotel

Special Recognition Award

A special highlight of the evening was the presentation of the Special Recognition Award to Professor Vincent Cunnane, President of Technological University of the Shannon (TUS), recognising his outstanding contribution, leadership and dedication to education and the wider Midlands region.

Thank You to Our Sponsors and Partners

Athlone Chamber would like to extend sincere thanks to all our sponsors and partners for their generous support in making the 2026 Athlone Chamber Business Awards such a memorable celebration.

Our appreciation goes to all our category sponsors: Luain Clothing, Snap, AIB, Lynam Tours, RBK Chartered Accountants, Midlands 103, Westmeath Independent, Athlone Extrusions, Wineport Lodge, Westmeath County Council, Technological University of the Shannon (TUS), TapiTag, Grovelands, PTSB, KO Financial, Hodson Bay Group, West Midlands Credit Union, Bank of Ireland and DPD Ireland.

A special thank you to TN Media, our media sponsors, for their support and coverage of the awards and for capturing the special moments throughout the evening and King of Decor for the stunning balloon arch which added a fantastic touch to the celebrations.

We are also grateful to the Radisson Blu Hotel Athlone for hosting the evening in the beautiful Shannon Suite and to Susan Hayes-Coulter for guiding us through the celebrations as our MC.

Finally, congratulations to all our winners and shortlisted nominees. Being recognised among the outstanding businesses and individuals in our region is a fantastic achievement. Thank you to everyone who supported and contributed to this year’s awards.

Contact The Office

For more information, or to explore sponsorship packages for the 2027 Athlone Business Awards , please contact ceo@athlonechamber.ie

For additional enquiries, the Athlone Chamber team is happy to assist. Contact us at info@athlonechamber.ie or 090 6420931. Don’t miss this opportunity to celebrate the best of Athlone business, build connections, and be part of an unforgettable evening.