Brid O’Connell, CEO of Guaranteed Irish.

Guaranteed Irish has announced the finalists for the 2025 Guaranteed Irish Business Awards, proudly supported by PTSB.

The awards, set to take place on Thursday, March 20 at The Round Room at The Mansion House, will honor Ireland’s most innovative and community-driven businesses.

These awards recognize companies that demonstrate excellence in innovation, sustainable practices, and a dedication to supporting local communities while reflecting Guaranteed Irish’s core values.

Hosted by Irish comedian Mario Rosenstock, this year’s event combines the awards ceremony with an evening of entertainment, following the success of last year’s 50th-anniversary celebrations.

There will be a full program of surprises for those lucky enough to secure a ticket.

The awards will recognize and reward the success and resilience of both homegrown and multinational businesses across various sector categories.

Achievement awards including the Guaranteed Irish Special Recognition Award, Guaranteed Irish Sustainability Champion, and Guaranteed Irish Advocate will also be presented at the event.

An independent panel of distinguished industry leaders from names including Matheson, An Post, Supervalu, Viatel Technology Group, FBD Insurance, had the tough task of shortlisting a total of 84 finalists after whittling down hundreds of entries.

Brid O’Connell, CEO of Guaranteed Irish, said: “Our business awards to date have been a tremendous success.

“Our nominees and award winners went on to growing their supply chains together, building brand awareness and securing valuable investments.

“This year, we are thrilled to unveil a new award as part of our celebrations marking 50 years of Guaranteed Irish.

“This initiative provides a Guaranteed Irish member with a team of 50 or more employees the opportunity to win a communications campaign valued at €50,000, ensuring significant exposure and support for the winning business. Good luck to all!”

Speaking to the announcement, Patrick Farrell, Director of Retail Banking at PTSB said: “PTSB is delighted to return as the title sponsor of the Guaranteed Irish Business Awards for the fourth consecutive year.

“Guaranteed Irish has consistently championed the contributions of Irish businesses both locally and internationally.

“As a bank dedicated exclusively to the Irish market, we are honored to collaborate with the Guaranteed Irish team in recognizing the achievements of Irish Businesses.

“Together, we celebrate their commitment to local employment and global innovation through the 2025 Awards cycle.”

Guaranteed Irish Business Awards 2025 Shortlist:

Pharmaceutical and Healthcare, sponsored by Matheson

  • Consilient Health
  • Duggan Veterinary Supplies
  • Elave Sensitive Skincare
  • Hemp Heros
  • Hidden Hearing
  • Kelsius
  • Revive Active
  • Soothing Solutions

Professional Services, sponsored by FBD Insurance

  • Barrow Consultancy & Training
  • Bibby Financial Services Ireland
  • Dublin Gazette
  • Duggan Veterinary Supplies
  • LIA
  • Mantra Strategy
  • Rockwell Financial Management
  • Uniquely

Business Support Solutions, sponsored by FBD Insurance

  • Big Red Cloud
  • Codex Office Solutions
  • Greyhound Recycling
  • HRLocker
  • Positive Retail
  • Reliance Laundry Equipment
  • Thorntons Recycling
  • Transcribe, The Typing Co

Technology, sponsored by Viatel Technology Group

  • Accountancy Software
  • Big Red Cloud
  • HRLocker
  • IP Telecom
  • Kelsius
  • Positive Retail
  • Rural WiFi

E-Commerce, sponsored by ESW

  • Cogs Toys & Games
  • Duggan Veterinary Supplies
  • Forager
  • Hemp Heros
  • Irish Woodcraft
  • Sheds Direct Ireland
  • The Smokin' Butcher by Hugh Maguire
  • Watermark Coffee Technology

Retail, sponsored by ESW

  • Cogs Toys & Games
  • DID Electrical
  • Duggan Veterinary Supplies
  • Global Home Improvements
  • Petstop
  • Select
  • Sheds Direct Ireland
  • Wilde Irish Chocolates

Beauty, Sponsored by Aer Rianta International

  • Be Kingdom Kind (Huggabubble)
  • Dublin Herbalists
  • Dylan Bradshaw Dublin
  • Elave Sensitive Skincare
  • Ella & Jo
  • Forager
  • Kinvara Skincare
  • Millies

Irish Fashion and Accessories Designer, sponsored by An Post

  • Caroline Duffy Designs
  • Irish Socksciety
  • McWilliam Bags
  • Marion Murphy Cooney
  • Sallyann's Handmade Bags

Home and Lifestyle, sponsored by An Post

  • Donegal Bees
  • Dublin Herbalists
  • Irish Woodcraft
  • King Koil
  • Scatter Box
  • Shanley Interiors
  • Sheds Direct Ireland
  • ULTRAPURE Laboratories

Guaranteed Irish Gift Champion, sponsored by .ie

  • Be Kingdom Kind (Huggabubble)
  • Donegal Bees
  • Ella & Jo
  • Forager
  • Irish Socksciety
  • Original Irish Hotels
  • The Chocolate Garden of Ireland
  • Wilde Irish Chocolates

Food Supplier or Producer, sponsored by SuperValu & Centra

  • Achill Island Sea Salt
  • Clonakilty Food Co.
  • Hemp Heros
  • Quigleys Bakery
  • Sheridans Cheesemongers
  • The Chocolate Garden of Ireland
  • The Smokin' Butcher by Hugh Maguire
  • Wilde Irish Chocolates

Beverage Supplier or Producer, sponsored by SuperValu & Centra

  • Ballyhoura Apple Farm
  • Portmagee Whiskey
  • Sheridans Cheesemongers
  • SiSú Plant-Based Drinks
  • the STUDIO coffee roasters
  • Watermark Coffee Technology

Family Run Business, sponsored by Down2Earth

  • Briody Bedding
  • Codex Office Solutions
  • Fitzgeralds Woodlands House Hotel & Spa
  • Global Home Improvements
  • Kilsaran
  • Rural WiFi
  • Sheds Direct Ireland
  • Thorntons Recycling

Construction, Engineering and Manufacturing, sponsored by Pipelife

  • Abbey Seals International
  • Activ8 Solar Energies
  • Ballymore
  • Eliteform Manufacturing
  • Etex Ireland
  • Global Home Improvements
  • Kilsaran
  • Reynaers Aluminium

Guaranteed Irish House Champion, sponsored by Pipelife

  • Ballymore
  • Briody Bedding
  • Global Home Improvements
  • Kilsaran
  • Reynaers Aluminium
  • Scatter Box
  • Sheds Direct Ireland
  • Thorntons Recycling

Guaranteed Irish Sustainability Champion, sponsored by Cuisine de France

  • Ask Acorn
  • Codex Office Solutions
  • Dublin Gazette
  • Fitzgeralds Woodlands House Hotel & Spa
  • Greyhound Recycling
  • LIA
  • Reynaers Aluminium
  • Watermark Coffee Technology

Brand Activation Champion

  • Abbey Seals International
  • Big Red Cloud
  • Bodylite Gear
  • Cash & Carry KitchensCocoa Brown
  • Dylan Bradshaw Dublin
  • Pharma Plus
  • Runway 28 Gin
  • Sallyann's Handmade Bags
  • Sásta Skin Health
  • Tonstix
  • Watermark Coffee Technology

Guaranteed Irish Advocate

  • Amanda Glancy, Director of Corporate Affairs - SIRO
  • Dylan Bradshaw, Creative Director - Dylan Bradshaw Dublin
  • Damien O'Driscoll, CEO - Positive Retail 
  • Marissa Carter, CEO - Coco Brown
  • Paul Candon, CEO - United Hardware
  • Gerard Healy, Managing Director - Pipelife

* This article was originally published on BusinessPlus.ie.