Family Business Awards

19/02/2026

🎉 Throwback to last year’s Family Business Awards! 🎉

Congratulations to Lawrence Engineering on being crowned Best Small Family Business of the Year, sponsored by Local Enterprise Office! 🏆

This incredible family-run business continues to set the standard with innovation, dedication, and community impact.

We can’t wait to see what the award-winning team has in store next! 👏

Check our 2025 winners here: https://familybusinessawards.ie/2025-winners/

19/11/2025

Aisling Ryan, CEO of Ryans Cleaning, has taken the spotlight at the 2025 Irish Family Business Awards, earning the coveted Rising Star Award for leading her Tipperary-based family firm to national recognition. The recent article in the Irish Independent highlights Aisling’s inspiring journey, from overseeing cleaning operations at events like the Ryder Cup, Olympics, and Electric Picnic, to driving innovative growth and success in her family business.​

Don't miss the feature that celebrates Aisling’s achievements, the firm’s impact across Ireland, and the exceptional winners and finalists who make the family business community so vibrant.

Thank you to the Irish Independent for showcasing this story, and congratulations to all our winners and finalists.

When Aisling Ryan took over the reins of Ryans Cleaning from her parents, she didn’t just inherit a family business — she inherited a legacy of grit, determination, and large-scale logistical challenges.

19/11/2025

18/11/2025

Boann Distillery has taken home the title of Family Food and Drink Producer of the Year at the 2025 Family Business Awards, a fantastic recognition of their ongoing passion and innovation in Irish craft spirits. The article in the Irish Daily Mirror dives into the heritage, dedication, and teamwork behind Boann’s success and shines a light on this year’s inspiring achievements across the family business community.

Check out the feature to learn more about Boann Distillery’s story: https://www.irishmirror.ie/whats-on/food-drink-news/boanndistillery-named-family-food-drink-36202754

A huge thank you to the Irish Daily Mirror for highlighting this achievement, and congratulations to all our winners and finalists.

17/11/2025

Congratulations to Keogh's Farm, winners of Overall Family Business of the Year at The Family Business Awards in October. The team also took home Gold in International Family Business of the Year and Silver in Family Food & Drink Producer of the Year.

This incredible achievement celebrates the dedication, innovation, and strong traditions that define the Keogh family business. Tune in to Tom Keogh’s interview with Matt Cooper on Today FM, where he shares the story behind their success and the special framing tradition that’s been passed down through generations.

Listen here: https://www.goloudplayer.com/episodes/keoghs-crisps-founder-on-revivin-MDUxOGRkZGI4NTZkMzAwYjcwNDZkNGM4ZmUzMjMzZjM=

14/11/2025

Congratulations to Playtown Tullamore on winning Hospitality Business of the Year at the Family Business Awards! 🏆

This wonderful family-run attraction continues to lead the way with creativity, innovation, and community spirit, from new themed play areas to exciting educational initiatives.

Last week Frankie from Playtown joined Midlands 103 Taking Care of Business to chat about their win, the upgrades they’ve made, and what’s next for the award-winning team.

Well done again to everyone at Playtown, a fantastic example of a family business making a big impact in the Midlands!

Congratulations to all our winners and finalists of Family Business awards 2025!

13/11/2025

Congratulations to Quinn's Supply Stores Granard on taking home Silver at the Family Business Awards! A fantastic achievement and well deserved.

Thank you to Longford Leader / Longford Live for shining a spotlight on this success.

Congratulations also to all our winners and finalists, what an incredible celebration of family businesses across Ireland!

13/11/2025

Two Sligo businesses have scooped awards at the Family Business Awards 2025.

12/11/2025

Thank you to Traleetoday.ie for shining a spotlight on the incredible Kerry businesses celebrated at this year’s Family Business Awards! Huge congratulations to all our fantastic winners and finalists, your success makes us proud. Read more about their achievements here: https://traleetoday.ie/kerry-businesses-win-at-irish-family-business-awards/