Mayo businesses shortlisted for 2025 Irish Family Business Awards
Several family-run businesses across Mayo have been shortlisted as finalists in the 2025 Irish Family Business Awards.
The final will take place on Thursday, October 30th in Enfield, Co. Meath, and the ceremony will be hosted by Today FM’s Matt Cooper.
Ballina’s Bar Square is one of the stand-out nominees, having been shortlisted in multiple categories: Best Small Family Business of the Year, Fastest Growing Family Business, and Hospitality Business of the Year.
Bar Square’s very own Michael Carr has been named a finalist in the Rising Star Award. The team is also in the running for the People’s Choice Award, where the public are able to vote for the winner.
Six family businesses in Mayo have been shortlisted for the Best Small Family Business of the Year award. The Moy Hotel in Foxford run by the Noone family, and Mocha Bean in Ballina run by the Mangan brothers both feature in this category.
Other businesses in this category include: Croagh Patrick Seafoods in Westport, Kirrane Auctioneering in Ballyhaunis, Mayo Leisure Point in Westport, and Noone Building Management and Utilities Limited in Foxford.
Croagh Patrick Seafood have also been shortlisted for Agri Family Business of the Year, Kirrane Auctioneering have been nominated for the Professional & Business Services Family Business award, while Mayo Leisure Point are in the running for the Innovative Family Business Award.
Other businesses in Mayo that have been recognised in the shortlists are Cong Holiday Group and McGraths Cong Group for the Innovative Family Business Award., An Even Better Place to Work Ltd for the Professional & Business Services Family Business award, and Murrays Recycled Plastic Ltd for the Family Business Longevity Award.
Speaking on the strong Mayo representation in the awards, Mairéad Melody Carr, Manager of Mayo North Tourism, said: "Family businesses are the heartbeat of Mayo. They bring together tradition, hard work, and community spirit, and it is wonderful to see their contribution recognised on a national stage,
“Beyond providing essential services, these businesses play a vital role in welcoming visitors and showcasing the warmth and character of our region. Their success is a success for tourism and for the communities they serve."
The Irish Family Business Awards, now in their seventh year, received more than 350 entries nationwide. The event has become a premier celebration of the dedication, innovation, and resilience of family-run enterprises that continue to play a vital role in the Irish economy and local communities.
Mayo locals can vote for Bar Square in the People’s Choice Award to help them bring the award home to the county.
This article has been funded by the Local Democracy Reporting Scheme.