Guaranteed Irish Press Release March 2025

 

Irish Woodcraft named E-Commerce Category winner at the Guaranteed Irish Business Awards 2025,

proudly sponsored by PTSB

 

 

Friday, March 21, 2025 – The highly anticipated Guaranteed Irish Business Awards 2025, proudly sponsored by PTSB, returned for its fourth year, delivering yet another memorable celebration of Irish business excellence. The event was filled with energy and camaraderie as members gathered to network and honour outstanding achievements.  Louth-based company, Uniquely, took home the prestigious Business of the Year award, while the esteemed Guaranteed Irish Special Recognition Award 2025 was presented to Dr. Norah Patten for her remarkable contributions.

 

E-Commerce category winners, Irish Woodcraft specialises in creating bespoke furniture that combines traditional craftsmanship with modern design, tailored to each customer’s unique preferences.

 

“We are absolutely delighted to have won the Guaranteed Irish Business aware for E-Commerce.  We have invested a lot of effort into our digital presence over the past year and now can see that our efforts are paying off”

David Pettigrew – Irish Woodcraft

 

The elegant black-tie event was held at The Round Room at The Mansion House, where 400 guests enjoyed a delicious meal crafted from locally sourced ingredients, supplied by a number of Guaranteed Irish members. The evening was hosted by renowned Irish comedian Mario Rosenstock, who kept the crowd entertained with his signature wit. The night was a testament to the strength, innovation, and resilience of Irish businesses, reinforcing the Guaranteed Irish commitment to fostering local enterprise.

 

Guaranteed Irish Business Awards 2025:  E- Commerce Category, sponsored by ESW

Winner: Irish Woodcraft

 

Brid O’Connell, CEO Guaranteed Irish, commented: “The awards night is always a fantastic opportunity for networking, but most importantly, for celebration. This year, there was an incredible atmosphere in the room. A huge thank you to all our sponsors, including title sponsor PTSB, for making it all possible. The night was filled with surprises—exciting entertainment, new awards, and, most importantly, a strong sense of purpose as our members continue to support one another. I was especially delighted to present our Special Recognition award to Dr. Norah Patten, whom I personally admire and consider a great role model. Congratulations to all the winners and to everyone who applied—I am truly proud to work with each and every member.”

 

Speaking to the Awards, Patrick Farrell, Chief Retail Banking Officer 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 honoured to collaborate with the Guaranteed Irish team in recognising the achievements of Irish businesses. Together, we celebrate their commitment to local employment and global innovation through the 2025 Awards cycle. I would like to extend my warmest congratulations to each of this year’s winners across All categories. We were honoured to be able to recognise the exceptional contribution made by Irish businesses”.

 

CLICK HERE to see full list of winners

ENDS

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About Guaranteed Irish:

Guaranteed Irish is a not-for-profit organisation championing businesses based in Ireland since 1974. The Guaranteed Irish symbol is the national symbol for trust and provenance. The licenced mark is awarded to businesses that support jobs, local communities, and are committed to Irish provenance. Guaranteed Irish supports a network of 2,300+ member businesses, employing 130,000+ people across Ireland, generating an annual combined Irish turnover of over €14.5bn and €52.27bn globally. 91% of consumers agree that by buying from Guaranteed Irish businesses they are supporting local jobs.

 

About PTSB:

PTSB has a long banking history in Irish communities, with roots that stretch back over 200 years. Throughout this time, its focus has been on delivering exceptional customer service and connecting with local communities, providing mortgages and community banking services. PTSB has a presence in 98 locations nationwide and is a leading provider of Retail and Business banking in the Irish Market, serving over 1.3 million customers.