Leo Murphy
A new business or an owner / manager of a business venture that is trading 3 years or less, or an individual who has made an outstanding contribution to their local economy through investment and increased employment numbers).
Must be in business more than 12 less than 48 months.
This category awards small and medium enterprises, employing 2 to 50 people for achieving growth and sustainability in their business through innovation and marketing and has made an outstanding contribution to their local economy through investment and increased employment numbers. Nominees will come from professions such as estate agents, architects, insurance companies, travel agents, solicitors, dental and medical providers, accountants, banks and financial advisers.
This award is designed to recognise and celebrate a business or individual who through research and development have developed or utilised innovative technologies (hardware or software) representing progressive developments for competitive advantage.
This award is designed to recognise and celebrate the success of Community and Voluntary enterprises in County Wicklow. Nominees will be organisations or individuals who have made a significant, contribution to their community. Often working behind the scenes, these organisations provide their time and efforts to help their fellow citizens.
An employee/individual/employees or who have shown exceptional promise and demonstrated excellence in their work, the industry and amongst their peers.
A business or an organisation that is leading initiatives resulting in a positive societal and sustainable impact as a result of business initiatives around energy management, a reduced carbon footprint and environmental sustainability planning.
A business with a bespoke online presence that delivers in a range of ways. Website Purpose, User Experience, Optimisation, impact on the business and connection to other communication channels, in particular social media, to drive brand awareness and sales and/or key messaging.
A business that has demonstrated understanding of shoppers needs, maintains high store and customer service standards or has shown innovation with tangible results.
A business that provides excellent quality food, great customer service and outstanding ambience and that has demonstrated excellence in the areas of hospitality, customer service and tourism promotion, and has played a vital role in the growth of Tourism numbers to the local economy.