Shortlist announced for 2024 Belfast Telegraph Business Awards in partnership with Ulster Bank

Tickets are now available for the awards on May 2 at Belfast’s Crowne Plaza Hotel

Judges for the Belfast Telegraph Business Awards, back row from left: Tim Brundle, Ulster University, John Ferris, Ulster Bank, Gráinne Moody, Invest NI, Mark Crimmins, Ulster Bank, Kirsty McManus, IoD, Suzanne Wylie, NI Chamber of Commerce, Glyn Roberts, Retail NI, Carol Fitzsimons, Young Enterprise and Stephanie Johnston, Carson McDowell. Front row, from left: Ian McConnell, PwC, Roger Pollen, FSB, Clare Guinness, Belfast Chamber and chair of judging panel, Dr Paul Joseph-Richard, Ulster University Business School

The eagerly-anticipated shortlist in the 2024 Belfast Telegraph Business Awards in partnership with Ulster Bank is published today ahead the awards ceremony on May 2.

The Belfast Telegraph Business Awards, now in their 24th year, showcase the very best of business in Northern Ireland.

A judging panel led by Belfast Chamber chief executive Clare Guinness has picked shortlisted companies across 17 categories from a range of different sectors.

Winners will be revealed at the ceremony in Belfast’s Crowne Plaza Hotel on May 2, with winners in two non-entry categories of Lifetime Achievement Award and Outstanding Company of the Year also to be announced.

Mark Crimmins, head of headline sponsor Ulster Bank NI, said: “Congratulations to all of the companies and individuals who have made the shortlist for this year’s awards.

"This in itself is a great achievement and reinforces the drive and entrepreneurial spirit of the local business community.

"It’s encouraging to see companies of all sectors and sizes, and from all parts of NI, included on this year’s shortlist and I’m grateful to each of the judges for their efforts and participation in this process.

"We are looking forward to what promises to be a memorable night at the gala event and celebrating another year of fantastic achievements.”

Ms Guinness said: “It is a joy to take stock of quality and achievements of our vibrant business community , through chairing these awards. The calibre of applicants made for some tough decisions – a great sign of quality of the applicants.”

Eoin Brannigan, Belfast Telegraph and Sunday Life editor in chief, added: “We’re delighted to unveil the Business Awards shortlist, and well done to everyone who’s made the list.

"I’d like to express my gratitude to our judges, led by Clare Guinness, who have ensured the rigour and independence of the judging process. We look forward to seeing everyone at the awards ceremony at Crowne Plaza Hotel on May 2.”

To buy tickets for the Belfast Telegraph Business Awards on May 2 at Belfast’s Crowne Plaza Hotel, contact Karen McGarvey on karen.mcgarvey@mediahuis.co.uk.

Belfast Telegraph Business Awards shortlist

Best Large Company of the Year sponsored by Wilson Nesbitt

Fibrus

Re-Gen Waste

Coca-Cola HBC

Musgrave Northern Ireland

Almac

Mackle Petfoods

Henderson Retail

Best Medium Sized Business of the Year sponsored by Ulster University Business School

energystore

Grand Opera House

Wilson Nesbitt

Smurfit Kappa

Best Small Business of the Year sponsored by Down Royal Racecourse

DFI Beds

Turley Legal

Circular Group

Sensoteq

Solarfix

Best Start-up or Emerging Business sponsored by venYou

Decent Simulators

Weev

Nomadic Watches

Neuro Skillshop

Frost Freeze Candy

Corporate Community Champion sponsored by Belfast City Airport

NI Water

DWF Law LLP

Musgrave Northern Ireland

Kilwaughter Minerals

Employer of the Year sponsored by Vickerstock

Lancia Consult

Clearbox

Options Technology

Hastings Hotels

Musgrave Northern Ireland

Graham Group

Finnebrogue

Alternative Heat

Cleaver Fulton Rankin

S&W Wholesale

DisplayNote

Excellence in Exporting sponsored by Belfast Harbour

Brett Martin

Deluxe Group

Alternative Heat

InspecVision

Circular Group

Excellence in Innovation sponsored by Smurfit Kappa

Alternative Heat

Allstate NI

energystore

Stairlift Solutions

Cloudsmith

Excellence in Manufacturing sponsored by Invest NI

Elite Electronic Systems

Alternative Heat

Mivan Limited

Excellence in Marketing sponsored by S3 Creative

Grand Opera House

MKB Law

Northern Ireland Chest Heart and Stroke

Excellence in the Development of Management & Leadership sponsored by NI Chamber of Commerce & Industry

Kilwaughter Minerals

Options Technology

Irwin M&E

Excellence in Workplace Health and Wellbeing sponsored Kingsbridge Membership Club

Cleaver Fulton Rankin

Card Group Research & Insight

Smurfit Kappa

Part B Group

Family Business of the Year sponsored by AbbeyAutoline

Cleary Contracting

OBConstruction & Eden Fabrications

Feedwell Dog Food

Alternative Heat

energystore

Retail Sector Business or Retailer of Year sponsored by Retail NI

Musgrave Northern Ireland

Primacy Meats

Stairlift Solutions

Outstanding Commitment in ESG sponsored by Almac

AG Paving + Building Products

Coca-Cola HBC

Wilsons Country

Vyta

Lancia Consult

Weev

Tourism & Hospitality Company of the year sponsored by Belfast International Airport

Hillyard House Hotel

Titanic Distillers

Hastings Hotels

Young Business Person of the Year sponsored by Queen’s University Belfast

Peter McAuley – Nomadic Watches

Andrew McKee – Start Solar

Jake McBride – Hooked Belfast

Louise McLaughlin – Home Instead

Jamie Clegg – Feedwell Dog Food