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Tipperary’s Top Businesses Named as Finalists in 2025 County Tipperary Chamber Business Awards

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Tipperary’s leading businesses, from family-run enterprises and start-ups to global employers have been announced as finalists in the County Tipperary Chamber Business Awards 2025, proudly sponsored by Carey Glass.

 

Hundreds of entries were received this year, but just 70 businesses across 14 categories have made it to the shortlist. The winners will be revealed at a gala event on Friday, 14th November at the Abbey Court Hotel, Nenagh, where more than 300 business and community leaders will gather to celebrate success and achievement.

 

The Awards also mark a milestone moment, as the Chamber celebrates100 years of supporting enterprise across Tipperary (1925–2025).

 

Michelle Aylward, CEO of County Tipperary Chamber, said:

“This shortlist shows that Tipperary businesses are not just competing locally – they are leading nationally and internationally. From innovation and creativity to resilience and growth, the businesses named today are proof that enterprise in Tipperary is thriving. Being named a finalist is an achievement to be proud of, and November 14th will be a night to celebrate that success.”

 

Sarah Fogarty, President of County Tipperary Chamber, added:

“When Tipperary businesses succeed, our whole county thrives. The diversity of this year’s finalists shows the depth of talent and ambition across every corner of the county. These Awards are about shining a spotlight on that success and recognising the businesses – big and small – that make Tipperary such a great place to live and work.”

 

County Tipperary Business Awards 2025 – Finalists

1. Best Small Employer (sponsored by LEO)

  • Swaghut

  • Private Therapy Clinic

  • AV Star Systems

  • Chartered Capital Financial Planning Ltd

  • Dublin Herbalists

 

2. Retailer of the Year Award (sponsored by Love Tipperary Gift Card)

  • Cahir Arts

  • Relish Fine Foods

  • Sean Hackett Ltd

 

3. Excellence in Tourism & Hospitality (sponsored by Boston Scientific)

  • Ballykisteen Hotel

  • Abbey Court Hotel

  • The Talbot Hotel

  • Ashley Park House

 

4. Best Café / Restaurant Award (sponsored by Value Centre)

  • Oh Sugar Coffee and Bakery

  • Bodega Café

  • Ballykisteen Hotel Bar & Restaurant

  • The Junction Gastrobar & Guesthouse

 

5. Best SME Award (sponsored by AIB)

  • Truepos

  • Unitec IT Solutions

  • AQS Environmental Solutions

  • Swag Hut

  • SYS Financial

 

6. Training & Development Award (sponsored by County Tipperary Chamber Skillnet)

  • Theradep Limited

  • Abbott

  • Chartered Capital Financial Planning Limited

  • Private Therapy Clinic Limited

  • Boston Scientific Clonmel

 

7. Creative Business Award (sponsored by Tipperary County Council)

  • Cahir Arts

  • The Smart Group

  • AV Star Systems

  • On Your Toes Dance Academy

  • Theradep Limited

 

8. Best Emerging / New Business (sponsored by Ryans Cleaning)

  • Private Therapy Clinic

  • Durkan Opticians

  • Post It Local

  • Dave Devery Consulting

  • Magnet Prospecting

 

9. Large Employer Award (sponsored by Unitec IT Solutions)

  • Cashel Palace

  • Abbott

  • The Talbot Hotel

  • Waystone

  • Boston Scientific

 

10. Best Not for Profit Award (sponsored by Clancy Construction)

  • Loughmore Community Co-operative Society Ltd. (The Cottage)

  • Camphill Communities of Ireland

  • Knockanrawley Resource Centre CLG

 

11. Family Business of the Year Award (sponsored by EY)

  • AV Star Systems

  • Clancy Construction

  • Cantwell Electrical Engineering Ltd

  • Barlo Motor Group

  • EMF Group

 

12. Excellence in Customer Experience (sponsored by The Lunch Bag)

  • Chartered Capital Financial Planning Ltd

  • Gold Standard Ireland

  • The Shoe Corner

  • The Junction Gastrobar & Guesthouse

  • The Talbot Hotel

 

13. Best Sustainable Initiatives Award (sponsored by PTSB)

  • Cashel Palace Hotel

  • Golden Vale Research

  • Glenpatrick Spring

  • Clancy Construction

  • Boston Scientific

 

14. Diversity & Inclusion Award (sponsored by MSD)

  • Boston Scientific

  • Private Therapy Clinic

  • Knockanrawley Resource Centre CLG

  • Tipperary GAA

  • Clonmel Kidz Club

 

Sponsors & Partners

The County Tipperary Chamber extends sincere thanks to all sponsors who make the Awards possible.


Main Sponsor: Carey Glass


Awards Night Sponsors: EY, Clancy, Bulmers, Unitec, The Lunch Bag, Boston Scientific, MSD, AIB, PTSB, AV Star Systems, Ryans Cleaning, Value Centre, LEO,

Tipperary County Council, County Tipperary Chamber Skillnet, Ryan Marketing Solutions, and the Love Tipperary Gift Card.


Media Partners: Tipp FM, The Nationalist, The Nenagh Guardian.

 

Event Details

  • Date: Friday, 14th November 2025

  • Venue: Abbey Court Hotel, Nenagh

  • Time: 6.00pm

 

Tickets for the gala evening go on sale Tuesday September 9th at 9amthrough the County Tipperary Chamber website. Early booking is strongly advised as this event traditionally sells out.

 







 



 
 
 
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