The finalists for the EY Entrepreneur of the Year 2025 in Ireland have been announced. The shortlist includes 24 entrepreneurs from a range of sectors including consumer goods, technology, media, healthcare, life sciences, manufacturing and financial services.
This group of businessmen collectively generates annual revenues close to 1 billion euros and provides jobs for more than 4,000 people.
Finalists from across the island of Ireland will compete in three categories: Emerging, Established and International. A special Sustainability Award will be presented to the finalist who has made the greatest contribution to environmental sustainability through their business.
One of them will be named EY Entrepreneur of the Year 2025 at a gala awards ceremony in November.
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Roger Wallace, Head of EY Entrepreneur Of The Year Ireland, said: “This is the 28th year of the Entrepreneur of the Year programme on the island of Ireland and each year the calibre of the impressive entrepreneurs who apply gets higher. I know it was a tough task for our judging panel to select the 24 incredible finalists.
“From well-known and loved brands to innovative companies in the life sciences and technology sectors, our finalists are leading outstanding businesses, creating opportunities and jobs across Ireland. Creating world-class business in Ireland has become more urgent than ever and our 24 finalists are at the forefront of this process.
“Our finalists are exploring new markets and technologies to tackle complex challenges and find solutions that will transform their industries, reaffirming Ireland’s outstanding reputation as a hub for innovation and business.
“I am delighted to welcome this year’s 24 finalists to the EY Entrepreneur Of The Year community and look forward to collaborating with them in the coming months.”
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