Irish Enterprise Awards 2025 Irish Enterprise Awards 2025 The café culture has blossomed in Ireland in recent years, calling for the blend of traditional Irish hospitality with modern culinary trends. Throughout the country, Ireland has embraced a thriving coffee culture, with many emerging cafés shifting their focus to expanding their offerings and integrating unique brewing techniques and high quality coffee beans into their operations. One such café championing this caffeinated revolution across Ireland is Esquires – The Organic Coffee Co. As this leading coffee company is named in the Irish Enterprise Awards 2025, we hear more from its Managing Director, Brendan Duigenan. Organic Coffee Shop Enterprise of the Year 2025
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EU Business News- Irish Enterprise Awards 2025 The story of Esquires began in British Columbia, 1983. Doug Williamson and Gary Buckland, two 24-year-old entrepreneurial local business graduates from Delta, embarked on their mission to serve sensational coffee to their community. The pair established the very first Esquires Coffee store in Sunshine Hills, Vancouver, and leveraged their combined business acumen and Doug’s experience in film and television to steer their new venture towards success, opting to run the coffee house as if it were a theatre production. This was, of course, a roaring success, and successfully established Esquires on the map as a rising star. Today, Esquires stands as a leader in the coffee industry, boasting more than 100 stores around the world, including locations in the United Kingdom, Ireland, Portugal, Asia, and the Middle East. With 20 locations established throughout Ireland, Esquires is well-positioned to effectively Organic Coffee Shop Enterprise of the Year 2025 The café culture has blossomed in Ireland in recent years, calling for the blend of traditional Irish hospitality with modern culinary trends. Throughout the country, Ireland has embraced a thriving coffee culture, with many emerging cafés shifting their focus to expanding their offerings and integrating unique brewing techniques and high quality coffee beans into their operations. One such café championing this caffeinated revolution across Ireland is Esquires – The Organic Coffee Co. As this leading coffee company is named in the Irish Enterprise Awards 2025, we hear more from its Managing Director, Brendan Duigenan. Jan25200 lead the coffee revolution across the country and establish itself as a household name synonymous with community and belonging. Esquires is a company that prides itself on its core ethical values, striving to provide excellent service and coffee to its stores, and ensuring that all customers have an exceptional experience whenever they visit. In reflection of its Founders’ initial mission, the company wants each store it establishes to become an integral part of its community, and a welcoming place for all to enjoy. “Our coffee franchises balance the charm of a local café with the reliability of a well-known brand,” says Brendan. “It’s a fascinating blend of business, community, and a passion for coffee.” With the majority of its stores being independently owned, Esquires has evolved into more than just a brand; it is a welldeveloped franchise system that, proven to be adaptable to many models and markets, provides individuals with the opportunity to take control of their own careers. The company provides a bespoke solution tailored to every partner’s needs, including full training, assistance with site selection and procurement, store design, lease negotiation, menu design specific to the marketplace, marketing, and ongoing support. This approach enables Esquires to ensure that each store becomes a true part of its community, built for the people. Its franchise owners are celebrated for their friendly services and local knowledge, as real members of the community who know it inside out. This makes Esquires’ coffee houses the perfect place to visit for locals and tourists alike, as they offer a true and authentic taste of each community they serve. Alongside this, Esquires takes additional efforts to ensure that every coffee it serves provides benefit, and not harm, to its communities. Its coffee is 100% organic and Fairtrade-certified, meaning that it is grown responsibly, without chemicals, and that farmers are paid fairly for their work. Additionally, its takeaway cups are fully compostable, and all packaging, straws, and serviettes are recyclable to reduce waste and environmental impact, two very important
7. Organic Coffee Shop Enterprise of the Year 2025 endeavours for Esquire. “Sustainability is built into our operations to ensure environmental responsibility,” Brendan explains. “We believe that great coffee should support both people and the planet.” Esquires’ forward-thinking mindset is upheld by its internal culture, which is built upon a foundation of shared values, beliefs, behaviours, and practices that combine to collectively shape the environments and experiences of its employees. This foundation serves as the personality of Esquires, and the company works had to hire individuals who reflect these same values and beliefs, so that this personality is demonstrated across all its locations. Such an exceptional team has enabled Esquires to build a remarkable reputation for stellar services and the highest quality products. Its reputation is prominently displayed in countless glowing testimonials left by guests of its various locations, speaking to the consistently exceptional quality of its franchise. “Esquires is a fantastic spot for a casual meal in Limerick!” writes Maisa. “My go-to coffee shop for catching up with friends or enjoying a cup of coffee on my own. The food is delicious, the service is excellent, and the staff are always warm and welcoming. Esquires is my favourite coffee shop in town; highly recommended!” “I tried to visit a different breakfast place everyday on my trip to Ireland, but Esquires was just so good that I went two days in a row!” reports Mackenzie. “The food was delicious, and the staff were so sweet. I could tell they really cared about their customers. Esquires is a wonderful place, and I will definitely be going back next time I’m in Galway!” “Esquires is a place I wholeheartedly recommend to any coffee lover!” raves Alexandra. “The atmosphere is warm and cosy, perfect for a relaxing moment or meeting with friends. The coffee is excellent – you can taste that they choose only the highest quality organic beans. The staff are friendly and attentive, always ready to offer advice and make you feel special. The décor is beautiful, natural, and adds charm to the entire space. If you’re looking for a place to unwind and enjoy coffee in an eco-friendly atmosphere, Esquires is definitely the right choice!” To maintain the exceptional reputation it has acquired over the years, Esquires is continuously growing and adapting its business offerings to reflect market changes, while remaining true to its core beliefs and values. In its pursuit for continual improvement, the company pays close attention to the market, monitoring it to remain ahead of any emerging trends or changes to regulation. At present, Brendan tells us that Esquires has observed a number of movements currently reshaping the industry and is ensuring that it works in cohesion with these trends. Currently, Esquires has noted a rise in the popularity of iced drinks, which are now becoming a year-round product as opposed to only appearing in the summer months. Alongside this, the public’s gaining awareness of health and wellness has led to an increased interest in more functional drinks, such as matcha lattes, which bring a significant amount of health benefits to the table. This goes hand in hand with the rising demand for alternative milks, which grows by the year as many consumers now opt for one of the many alternatives available on the market. With its ear kept firmly on the ground, Esquires is poised to continue serving spectacular coffee to communities throughout Ireland. Moving forward, Brendan tells us that Esquires will remain committed to scaling the business and will do so through the introduction of new locations, products, and systems designed to expand and enhance customer engagement, satisfaction, and retention. “We are very excited to have four new locations opening this year,” Brendan announces. “We also have a new Esquires Coffee Ireland loyalty app to enhance customer engagement, allowing our customers to avail of exclusive benefits such as members-only discounts, early access to limited-edition items, and invitations to free events. They gain effortless rewards, merchandise, and also weekly and monthly giveaways. Lastly, there are also exciting offers like surprise birthday perks, double points days, and personalised deals.” Since its inception, the company has been dedicated to becoming a name synonymous with quality and community and has made significant strides in accomplishing this mission. Looking ahead, 2025 promises to be a year of prosperity and innovation for Esquires, as the company succeeds in its efforts to form communities over coffee. It is for such endeavours, prioritising clientcentricity, community, and sustainability above all else, that Esquires has been recognised to be the Organic Coffee Shop Enterprise of the Year 2025. Contact: Brendan Duigenan Company: Esquires – The Organic Coffee Co. Web Address: www.esquirescoffee.ie
Jul22546 EU Business News- Irish Enterprise Awards 2025 nowledgeable about all of the latest pain management techniques and driven to deliver nothing but the best when it comes to treatments, Pain Relief Ireland is incredibly proud of the fact that the number of people benefiting from its services has increased year on year since it first opened its doors. This growth can be attributed to a number of factors, but top of the list is the fact that the experiences of patients who are involved with the company are not only highly positive, but also life changing in many cases. It was 2014 when Pain Relief Ireland really began to take off, with the company expanding to meet the growing demand for its encompassing services. Thus, for more than ten years now, it has been offering a regular consultation clinic in Cork, the second largest city in Ireland. From this base in the city’s renowned Mater Private Hospital, Prof. Dominic Hegarty and his team are able to offer more consultations and see as many patients as possible, all whilst improving their skills in the constantly developing field of pain management. One of the key things setting Pain Relief Ireland apart is its status as the only centre in the county to treat patients in part using a digital management platform. This makes interacting with patients more convenient and streamlined than ever. It is not only through this platform that the company’s technological prowess can be felt however, with it also having Europe’s most advanced neuromodulation system to hand. In essence, this technology acts directly on the nerves, offering the best possible results for patients. As this technology suggests, pushing boundaries when it comes to pain management is what Pain Relief Ireland does best, seen most recently through the introduction of a Research & Innovation component to the company. The first task this new division is taking on is leading the charge of the development of a non-invasive wearable device that can control pain, this as part of a wider drug-free pain management campaign that is set to be rolled out in Europe, the Middle East, and Africa over the next few years. “Pain medicine is an active, evolving world. Pain Relief Ireland seeks to be a proactive member in this world, a world where drugfree technology can provide quality of life improvements for so many.” Most Influential Pain Management Consultant 2025 Established in 2011 to deliver comprehensive pain management solutions for individuals plagued by chronic pain, Pain Relief Ireland has spent more than a decade caring about the pain of its patients – something reflected in its company motto. Well aware that the first step to managing pain is to understand it, the team here are dedicated to ensuring that their patients are prepared for the journey ahead. Below, we have the pleasure of catching up with Clinical Director Prof. Dominic Hegarty, who we have recognised for his influence in the world of pain management. Such an initiative highlights Pain Relief Ireland’s desire to pioneer at the forefront of future-proof pain management solutions, aligning with the trends of the medical industry to utilise cutting-edge technology and other such services to offer viable alternatives to medication. It is not the first time that Pain Relief Ireland has explored these possibilities, with the company providing psychology and physical therapy services as part of its aim to afford every patient a complete range of treatment options based on their unique needs. The holistic approach to pain management that Pain Relief Ireland specialises in is a direct result of its expert team, which comprises some of the most dedicated and experienced people in this space – nationally and internationally. Proficient in the latest diagnostic technology as well medical/interventional therapeutics, staff are capable of identifying the source of pain, then helping their patients to manage it, reduce it, or even eliminate it completely, depending on what exactly it is being caused by. “Pain Relief Ireland offers many safe, proven, and effective treatments designed to eliminate or reduce chronic pain. All members of our team are fully boardcertified with their respective colleges are dedicated to the goal of helping people with chronic pain return to a normal, productive lifestyle.” Anchored by the aforementioned Prof. Dominic Hegarty – who is one of the most influential, qualified, and experienced pain physicians in Europe, something corroborated by him being the first Irish person elected as the President of the World Institute of Pain – the team have often been acclaimed for their research and insights in the field. Be it contributing to leading medical journals or being invited to lecture around the world, the work these individuals are doing is setting a new standard for others to follow. Outside of his work as the valued leader of this team, Prof. Hegarty is also proud to serve as a faculty member for a handful of international organisations operating across this space, such as the International K Contact: Prof. Dominic A. Hegarty Company: Pain Relief Ireland Web Address: https://www.painreliefireland.ie/ Jan25246
9. Association for the Study of Pain (IASP) and the Tyndall National Research Centre Ireland. Beyond this, Prof. Hegarty is also an honorary consultant at Guy’s and St Thomas’ Hospital in London, which was the place where he first developed his skills in neuromodulation a number of years ago. Furthermore, as well as being at the helm of Pain Relief Ireland, Prof. Hegarty is also the senior medical advisor of a number of medtech companies, all of which share the common goal of providing multidisciplinary and interventional options to those suffering from chronic pain. All of these additional undertakings support Prof. Hegarty in his role with Pain Relief Ireland, a position which is seeing both neuromodulation and healthcare demonstrably improved across the Munster region of Ireland and beyond. On the back of this unwavering commitment, 2025 is set to be another exciting year for the team at Pain Relief Ireland, with their plans for the year including the release of a new distance management system set to be unveiled by Easter. Alongside this, Prof. Hegarty explains: “We will be engaging in a patient information campaign in the second half of 2025 to highlight awareness of our advanced treatment options. We believe that this can include medical management for persistent post surgical pain.” In closing, Prof. Hegarty reaffirms: “We believe that when you understand the nature of your pain, you are better prepared to manage it. We know we have the expertise to help you achieve this and we are working with new patients all of the time.” He continues: “This achievement in EU Business News’ Irish Enterprise Awards 2025 is a celebration of our ambition to deliver the best we can for our patients.” As this shows, Pain Relief Ireland strives to offer a holistic, integrated pain management programme that can be seamlessly tailored to every patient’s unique situation. Its success in doing so is reflected through this award that, although presented to Prof. Dominic Hegarty, is a testament to the abilities of the whole team here. A beacon of excellence and a credit to its nation, this is a company more than worthy of recognition.
EU Business News- Irish Enterprise Awards 2025 Jan25168 Men's Formalwear Specialists of the Year 2025 In 1999, Mr Mister Menswear was established in Mitchelstown, County Cork, by Business Owner Valentine O'Gorman. While working at a similar retail business, he identified the opportunity to branch out on his own and fill a gap in the market for menswear, boys’ clothes, and footwear. Full of enthusiasm and belief, Valentine approached several banks seeking a startup loan, only to be refused. However, determined not to be disheartened, he went to his local Credit Union, who gladly provided him with the funds he needed to begin his journey in business ownership. Standing at the helm of a newly formed business, Valentine’s first member of staff was his mother, Margaret, who proudly refused to take a wage in the early days of the company. Sadly, she retired in 2018 due to illness but continues to take an active interest in the business to this day. Valentine is incredibly grateful to have had his mother’s help over the years. He shares, “One incredibly busy debs/graduation season, my mother brought to work her reliant Singer sewing machine. She set it up in the tightest of spaces and got to work on the many alterations, so each young man could look and feel his best. Much to their delight, she accommodated the last-minute dash that some of us males are famous for!” After 13 years of success in Mitchelstown, Mr Mister Menswear opened another store in Cahir, County Tipperary, marking the start of the company’s expansion. Later, it relocated to a larger, newly built facility in the area. This state-of-the-art premises is spacious and brightly lit, equipped with its own car park, internal elevator, air conditioning, specialised wedding area for private appointments, and many other features that play a role in enhancing the customer experience. In 2014, Mr Mister Menswear was able to expand further, this time opening a store in Cashel, County Tipperary. The company renovated a beautiful historic building in For over 26 years, Mr Mister Menswear has been providing quality boys’ and men’s clothing to the Irish community, first in County Cork and now in County Tipperary. The multi-award-winning company’s extensive product range encompasses everything from casual wear like hoodies and polo shirts to formal wear like waistcoats and ties, all of which are of the highest quality. However, the company specialises in formal wear, making it the perfect place to go if you have a wedding, communion, graduation, confirmation, racing events, awards ceremonies, or funeral to attend. the area, transforming it into a unique three-floor store with old-world style décor whilst staying true to its history. Sadly, in 2019, Mr Mister Menswear’s original Mitchelstown location closed down due to the maturing of the company’s lease. However, much to the company’s delight, those keen to find top quality menswear still visit Mr Mister Menswear in the nearby Cahir and Cashel Stores. Today, Mr Mister Menswear is widely known for its vast selection of quality, stylish, and fashionable garments, available in an inclusive range of sizes between XS and 8XL. The company prides itself on its commitment to offering its customers plenty of options. Whether they are seeking something casual, formal, classic, or a bit different, they are bound to find a garment they love either in-store or online. With every season, new stock is introduced to its product line, enabling it to keep up with and embrace the current fashion trends. One of the most popular categories of clothing at Mr Mister Menswear is the wedding section, which features one of the largest collections of wedding attire available in Ireland. “We love meeting couples, helping them choose their outfits, and making sure that they are ideally suited and perfectly fitted,” Valentine comments. “They trust us to give them choices, sometimes mainstream but often something different, to create an outfit that’s unique for the groom and his wedding party. We absolutely thrive with the pleasure of dressing and colour coordinating a wedding party who have entrusted us with the task of getting their wedding group exactly right for their important day.” Across all its categories of clothing, Mr Mister Menswear demonstrates unparalleled attention to detail, going the extra mile to ensure that each customer is completely cared for. The company is passionate about what it does and aims to provide customers with the Contact: Valentine O'Gorman Company: Mr Mister Menswear Web Address: mrmister.ie
highest level of service and quality. To achieve this, the team spend time making sure that every single customer leaves satisfied with the fit and style of their purchases. Furthermore, understanding the importance of individuality, they do not force people to wear certain types of clothing based on their appearance. Instead, they show the customer their options and let them decide. Now, as Mr Mister Menswear celebrates its 26th anniversary, Valentine reflects on some of the positive highlights that he has experienced as owner of the business since 1999. “We are grateful to have been blessed with so many wonderful loyal customers and, of course, our truly wonderful, dedicated, hard-working team of staff,” he explains. “Together we’ve celebrated births, christenings, holy communions, confirmations, weddings, graduations, and debs, and we’ve supported some through untimely losses and funerals. We feel so privileged in many ways to be able to call our customers our friends and to thank them for their support as, without it, we simply wouldn’t be here.” Just as Mr Mister Menswear appreciates its customers, it is clear that the people of Tipperary appreciate the company’s highquality products and outstanding customer service. On Google, its stores in Cahir and Cashel have 4.9- and 4.8-star ratings respectively, and a 5-star social media rating. The company has also received a multitude of positive feedback over the years. For example, one customer shares, “We got all our wedding suits from Val and his team in their store in Cahir. They were great to deal with and very helpful. Val and his team took care of everything from fittings to alterations, which really took the stress out of it along with the great advice they offered. Their professional but easy-going approach really made this an enjoyable experience.” In light of this glowing praise, it is truly no surprise that Mr Mister Menswear has been named Best for Men's Formalwear in the Irish Enterprise Awards 2024 and 2025. The company is grateful for the recognition it has received in this prestigious awards programme and believes that it owes its success to its valued customers. Valentine adds, “We appreciate our valued customers for choosing us. Their trust fuels our commitment to excellence. We appreciate them being part of the journey and look forward to meeting and making many more happy clients.”
EU Business News- Irish Enterprise Awards 2025 Becky Anderson’s journey into legal academia began in 2015 at the University of Limerick. Due to unforeseen circumstances, she transferred to the University of Galway in 2017, eventually graduating with a FirstClass Honours Bachelor of Civil Law (BCL) and ranking first place in the class of 2021. Building on from her university experience, Becky undertook the FE1 examinations whilst working as a knowledge paralegal in the banking and financial regulation sector. Following a successful 16 months in this role, Becky embarked on a new adventure across many countries over a 14-month-period. A self-starter, Becky decided to leverage her personal academic experience and extensive legal knowledge to build Becky’s Notes, without any institutional backing or significant funding. She worked on the business throughout her travels, often opening her laptop in the most bizarre places. Recognising the importance of digital accessibility, Becky created an online platform to make her notes available to students across Ireland, regardless of their location. She creatively utilises social media and digital marketing to reach, engage, and support a wider student audience, often providing free tips and study advice online. The unparalleled resourcefulness and ingenuity displayed since founding Becky’s Notes has allowed Becky to transform personal, handwritten notes into a professional and scalable product used by students on a national level. “Lighten your study load and stride confidently towards your goals.” Today, Becky’s Notes provides uniquely created educational packages expertly designed around the FE1 exams to Best Legal Revision Material Providers 2025 The FE1 exams are a formidable gateway to a career in law, serving as a critical juncture for aspiring lawyers across Ireland. Demanding exceptional analytical skills and a deep, vast understanding of legalities, undertaking the FE1 examinations is a daunting moment for any candidate. When embarking on this challenging but incredibly rewarding journey, many individuals seek the knowledge and guidance of those who have succeeded before. Becky’s Notes is a leading provider of comprehensive study materials designed specifically to ease the process of preparing for the FE1 exams. We learn more from Founder Becky Anderson, below. AIS-Jan25015 empower law students throughout Ireland. The packages are split to cover each of the eight subjects in the FE1 exams and are frequently updated with new cases and legislation updates. Alongside this, Becky offers continual communication with her clientele to ease their nerves regarding their upcoming exams, including free advice and guidance on study approaches, insights into her own experience and career path, and answers to any queries her clients may have about exam questions or the legal world in general. From the moment she stepped into the legal area, Becky has been dedicated to offering comprehensive and affordable resources to help students pass their exams with ease and confidence. Her mission is to inspire students of all ages, backgrounds, and experiences to pursue a career as a solicitor. Through her social media presence, Becky shows that success is achievable even without abundant resources, whilst working hard to provide high quality materials for students lacking the means for the more expensive courses. Ultimately, through Becky’s Notes, Becky hopes to make the legal world more accessible, understandable, and affordable for all. Becky shares, “My main focus at present is my traineeship. Over the past 3 years I built up my resources and reputation for Becky's Notes, so the bulk of the work is already done. The resources are there. My tasks now are to update the resources accordingly for each exam sitting and continue to keep a strong relationship with my followers/ clients. The work I put into the business while I was travelling enables me to focus on my training contract now that I am back in Ireland. I also have a fantastic colleague who helps me to run the administrative side of things, again allowing me to focus on my studies and training contract.” Since founding Becky’s Notes in 2022, Becky has supported more than 2,000 students across Ireland in preparing for their FE1 exams. She has established a growing community with a widespread reach, as her affordable, well-structured resources have improved exam pass rates and reduced study-related stress for students from diverse backgrounds, including those balancing work and family commitments. Becky’s initiative has rapidly grown into a recognised brand in the legal education sector, reflecting the real demand and value she provides to her community. This is further seen in a number of testimonials highlighting her materials as essential for success, and effective in making legal careers more attainable for many students. “I have just purchased four more of your packs,” one student writes to Becky. “I sat my first ever FE1s in October: company, contract, property, and equity, and I passed them all! I cannot actually believe it, thank you so much! Not just for the notes, but for all the advice and support provided on your Instagram too – you have made such a daunting experience so much easier. 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Jul22546 EU Business News- Irish Enterprise Awards 2025 osing a loved one is one of life’s most painful experiences. However, Darragh and his Team at Lynch's Undertakers, eases the burden by offering a seamless, supportive, and empathetic approach to funeral planning. Every family served by Lynch's Undertakers finds comfort in knowing that their loved one’s final journey is handled with the utmost care. From the moment of passing through to the commemoration of life, the company ensures every detail is managed with precision and compassion. “Our mission is to support families through difficult times with respect, care and understanding.” – Darragh Lynch of Lynch's Undertakers Ltd. Providing families with a personal and meaningful farewell, Lynch’s Funeral Directors combines extensive experience with heartfelt support. The team provides practical support and a steady presence, helping families navigate their loss with care and understanding. With bespoke funeral arrangements, the company provides a diverse selection of caskets and coffins, ranging from solid oak to veneered, Most Trusted Bereavement Services 2025 – Munster Lynch's Undertakers Ltd., based North Kerry, with a Funeral Home in Ballylongford, is a trusted name in bereavement care, providing compassionate and professional funeral services tailored to each family's needs. Founded almost 80 years ago by the current incumbent’s grandfather, Tomás Lynch, it has continued with a deep commitment to dignity, respect, and personal support, the company guides families through one of life’s most difficult journeys. Recognised for its unwavering dedication, Lynch's Undertakers Ltd. has been named Most Trusted Bereavement Services 2025 – Munster in the Irish Enterprise Awards 2025 L Contact: Darragh Lynch Company: Lynch's Undertakers Ltd. Website: https://www. lynchsfuneralhome.ie/ Jan25323 traditional to modern, American wood and steel to Italian designs. It also offers an eco-friendly range, including biodegradable options with rope handles and natural unbleached cotton interiors, providing a sustainable choice for both burial and cremation Lynch's Funeral Directors’ distinction lies in its deep-rooted connection to the local community, delivering professional, respectful, and personalized services during life’s most difficult moments. Darragh shared: "We combine traditional values with modern convenience, offering online memorials, live-streamed services, and pre-planning consultations to ensure families have flexible options that suit their needs." With an increasing demand for personalized funeral services in Ireland, Lynch’s Funeral Directors has embraced advancements such as online condolences and live-streaming - ensuring that loved ones, regardless of location, can partake in meaningful ceremonies. As community care remains central to its ethos, Darragh expressed: "In North Kerry, our deep local connections allow us to provide a personal, family-centred approach, ensuring each service is handled with care and local understanding."
15. The team at Lynch's Funeral Directors is unwavering in its dedication, employing only the most empathetic professionals, equipped with strong communication skills and a commitment to providing an exceptional standard of care. “We ensure that every staff member is trained to provide exceptional care, understanding the emotional needs of grieving families.” With extensive experience in bereavement services, Lynch's Undertakers Ltd. delivers not just an elevated funeral experience, but a heartfelt tribute to life. Darragh added: "We believe that a funeral should be a personal and meaningful tribute. Our goal is to offer comfort and support while ensuring every service reflects the wishes of the family and their loved one. We can provide this because we have such dedicated staff in Sandra, Paudie, Mossy Kathleen and Claire." As Lynch's Undertakers Ltd. earns the title of Most Trusted Bereavement Services 2025 – Munster, the team remains committed to providing thoughtful and respectful funeral services. With a focus on tradition and personal support, the company continues to serve families with care and professionalism. Darragh commented: "We aim to enhance our pre-planning services and invest in further training for our staff. We will also roll out a Direct to Cremation option nationally." These developments will reinforce the company’s standing as an industry leader, continuously raising the bar for funeral services in Ireland. Lynch's Undertakers Ltd. remains steadfast in its mission: to provide compassionate, community-focused funeral services, particularly in North Kerry. By prioritizing families' needs and delivering unwavering support through every stage of bereavement, the company continues to set the standard for trusted funeral care.
EU Business News- Irish Enterprise Awards 2025 Best High-End Sliding Wardrobe Systems Provider 2025 In the 18 years since it first made its way into the Irish market, Slidesystems has been revolutionising the field of home design through high-quality sliding wardrobe systems. Getting its start back in 1995 in the Eastern European markets, the family business was set up by Founder Peter Brzostek, an entrepreneur keen on two things: manufacturing state-of-the-art products and satisfying the needs of his customers. This dual focus can be seen in the company’s guiding principle – make the client happy. Creating unique furniture is both a skill and an art, and something that Slidesystems has been excelling in now in Ireland for almost two decades. With its immense portfolio of wardrobes, cupboards, drawers, and sliding doors all being made in its home country, Peter and the team are able to ensure that the manufacturing process is defined by quality craftsmanship. On top of this, the space-saving, made-tomeasure nature of its solutions ensures that every system is a perfect fit, be it for the home or even in an office environment. Having worked tirelessly over the years to assemble a team of highly skilled and dependable designers, manufacturers, and fitters, Slidesystems is today renowned for both its high-calibre solutions and its professional service. The solutions that the company delivers are practical and yet fully tailored to the customer’s aesthetic needs, with both the materials and the colour able to be selected from a range of options. Whether for the bedroom, kitchen, or living spaces, these unique storage solutions are unlike any other found in the County Cork region. At the heart of what makes Slidesystems unique is its top-quality rolling system, which all of its doors are mounted atop of to ensure a convenient and seamless experience for customers every time they open the doors. More than just superior functionality, this system, which comes with a ten-year warranty and a sectional construction, means that a layout can be fitted to a customer’s exact specifications. These segments can be made of different materials, meaning that the only thing limiting a customer is the vividity of their imagination. Over the past decade or so, the times have changed and so too have the expectations of home and property owners. Peter has seen more and more people go for quality and durability when it comes to their home renovations, leading them to choose materials that are more expensive but ultimately contribute to a better project. Aside from this, prospective customers have come to recognise the host of advantages stemming from having fitted, custom-made wardrobes and storage solutions, especially when it comes to maximising space. Be it a traditional and natural wood finish or a laminated or Plexiglas board, the team of experts here can be counted on to design something that is not only beautifully integrated but also spacious and highly functional. To ensure that all customers can truly make the most of their wardrobes, Slidesystems offers an equally impressive array of baskets, drawer systems, and even specific hangers for the likes of ties and belts. For those with lots of shoes, the team can fit as many as three shoe storage solutions to maximise efficiency. Adding to the luxury feel Slidesystems aims to connote through all of its wardrobes, the team can even install lighting systems in the interior of their solutions, solving a common pain point for many who seek storage is in a room where natural light is limited. Beyond adding extra functionality, well-lit wardrobes can even become a decorative element, complementing stylish interiors and injecting aesthetic value into a space in the process. The results the company gets in this setting, as with all others, stem from its boundless passion. Pulling at this thread, Peter explains: “When it comes to our company values, the core of what we do is something I learnt from my father: love what you do. Every single person in our team puts their skill, enthusiasm, and heart into this work. All of the wardrobes, desks, and kitchens we fit contain a part of us – they are our pride.” Expanding year on year whilst remaining true to the fundamentals that have proven so pivotal in its growth over the years, Slidesystems has been recognised in this programme for the third year running. We wish Peter and his team all the best for the rest of the year and beyond, reminding our readers that they can contact the company for a free quote below. Contact: Peter Brzostek Company: Slidesystems Web Address: https://slidesystems.ie/ Feb25271
Jul22493 17. Jul22493 Operating out of the beating heart of Dublin, My Life Insurance was established by Sean O’Connor in 1982 as the insurance arm of Pinnacle Financial, a firm educating and motivating people to make better choices regarding their finances. Run as a family business, My Life Insurance has experienced significant growth over the past few years, and it is today proud to protect more than 5,000 satisfied families across Ireland through its unique combination of personalised plans and free claim care. Ireland’s premier family protection insurance specialist, My Life Insurance strives to make insurance more straightforward for its customers, helping them to find the right plan to protect their loved ones at the lowest possible price. Leveraging this customer-centric approach, the firm also prioritises transparency, trustworthiness, and innovation across its services, values it has embodied to become a beacon of financial security and education for Irish families and individuals alike. Partnering with the country’s five biggest life insurance providers, including Aviva and Royal London, My Life Insurance offers everything from more traditional family protection life insurance to serious illness cover. Alongside these, the firm goes one step further by delivering both income and mortgage protection, demonstrating a commitment to serve as the one-stop shop for all of its customers’ multifaceted insurance needs. Aside from the encompassing nature of the services themselves, further distinguishing the firm is the expert nature of their delivery. For customers, this is clear from the very beginning of their experience, which usually starts with My Life Insurance’s website. A user-friendly online platform, the site makes browsing different insurance policies from multiple providers incredibly convenient, resulting in a stress-free experience. Things do not end here, as complementing My Life Insurance’s online platform are a team of impartial and experienced advisors, all of whom offer bespoke support and help the firm’s customers to make the right decision for them – without any pressure or bias. All necessary information is provided to customers clearly and without unnecessary jargon, reflecting the firm’s aim to make insurance an accessible field for everyone, whether they are a first-time buyer or simply switching providers. “Our online tools and expert advice are available to all, whether clients prefer self-service options or one-on-one consultations.” In a world that is unpredictable and incredibly frightening at times, more and more people are becoming savvy to the idea of life insurance, recognising the need to protect their families and other loved ones should things go wrong. This shift has resulted in people looking to not only take out traditional life insurance policies but also seeking out advice for things like serious illness cover and income protection cover. Of course, My Life Insurance already offers these services, so it has diversified even further. One example of this is its business insurance, with these policies set to launch later this year. COO Barry O’Connor explains: “This is aimed at protecting companies in the event that one of the partners passes away or gets sick long term and can no longer contribute to the business. Ireland is a country made up of small businesses, but 99% of these businesses do not have this type of cover in place.” The grand unveiling of this service is not the only thing that the firm has in store for the rest of the year, as it is also seeking to double the size of its protection team as well as add more advisors into its current expert ranks. Beyond this, Barry tells us of an aim to, “have every current member get the QFA qualification.” Once they have this, team members will be able to go beyond protection insurance and help customers with everything from investments and mortgages to pensions. My Life Insurance’s commitment to upskilling staff reflects the stellar environment that the firm has built, with culture being something of great importance for its leadership. Barry knows that attracting and keeping the best staff is only achievable if they are offered the best working conditions, and that is why the firm introduced the four-day working week. As well as this, group incentives are occasionally set up, with these encouraging the team to work together as opposed to focusing on their own targets. Ultimately, all of the above are the markers of a superior life insurance firm, resulting in My Life Insurance being rightfully recognised in our Irish Enterprise Awards programme for the second year running. Contact: Barry O’Connor Company: My Life Insurance Web Address: https://mylifeinsurance.ie/ My Life Insurance: Client Service Excellence Award 2025 Feb25137
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