Entries Open for Greater Newry Business Awards

Entries for the Greater Newry Business Awards 2023, organised by the Newry Chamber are now open. As principal sponsors, we are delighted to work in partnership with Newry Chamber alongside supporting sponsor nijobfinder.

The awards have become the district’s premier celebration of business excellence since their inception in 2004. These prestigious awards will recognise, celebrate and reward the success of local businesses and individuals at the top of their game. Newry Chamber encourages businesses and organisations of all sizes from across all sectors to embrace this unique opportunity to be recognised by entering the awards.

There are 25 award categories to choose from, and they are free to enter. Every business located within the Newry, Mourne and Down District Council area can enter up to four categories.

Winning one of these highly coveted awards is only part of the process. The awards provide local businesses with a benchmark of quality, providing an opportunity to examine how customers view them and how they measure up against their competitors. This recognition of excellence within industry also increases consumer confidence for your business.

Businesses will also benefit from enhanced profile, with valuable exposure provided through networking and PR opportunities. Recognition of business success is a great motivator; it promotes a positive company culture which elevates employee enthusiasm and improves overall company performance.

The Chamber is delighted to organise these awards and showcase the best of local entrepreneurship, innovation, excellent service, product quality and customer care across the district.

President of Newry Chamber, Julie Gibbons said, “Newry Chamber is proud to launch the Greater Newry Business Awards 2023. Newry Chamber is immensely proud of the businesses across our district who have made the region synonymous with entrepreneurship, innovation, excellent service, product quality and customer care.”

“I know that the energy, innovation and resilience that our local businesses exhibit will help propel our region to even bigger and better things. Sometimes we don’t take the time to acknowledge just how amazing and exceptional we are. That’s what these awards are all about.”

“I would like to thank our principal sponsor, Newry, Mourne and Down District Council, our supporting sponsor, nijobfinder and all our category sponsors for their ongoing support and commitment to this event.”

“We would encourage businesses from across our district to visit www.newrychamber.com, to review the various categories and enter for FREE. We are really looking forward to the Gala Awards Ceremony on Thursday 15 June to recognise, celebrate and reward the success of local businesses.”

Newry, Mourne and Down District Council Chairperson, Councillor Michael Savage said, “Council is delighted to be the principal sponsor of the 2023 Greater Newry Business Awards. This is a fantastic opportunity to showcase the innovative, successful and high-performing businesses that are located right across our district.”

“The 2023 Business Awards will provide recognition to various industries and business approaches that contribute to growth and investment across the district, as they encompass a variety of entry categories.”

“These awards are only possible because of the support from local businesses. I would like to thank all the sponsors involved and Newry Chamber for once again hosting these prestigious awards.”

Nijobfinder Business Manager, Peter McMonagle said, “Nijobfinder are proud to be a supporting sponsor of the 2023 Greater Newry Business Awards. This exciting event celebrates the area’s most ground-breaking, productive companies.”

“Nijobfinder’s purpose is to help businesses of all sizes, across all sectors attract the talent that will drive their future success. We hope the numerous award categories encourages many businesses throughout the Greater Newry Area to shout out loud and proud about the wins they’ve made and the success they have achieved.”

“We would like to thank the Newry Chamber for hosting these esteemed awards and our fellow sponsors who make it all possible.”

Entries close on Friday 5 May 2023 at midnight, the shortlist will be announced on Thursday 18 May 2023. Ticket sales will close on Thursday 1 June 2023 and the Gala Awards Night will take place in the Canal Court Hotel and Spa, Newry on Thursday 15 June 2023.

The 25 award categories are now open for entries. Details of the categories, criteria and information on how to apply are available at www.newrychamber.com.