Launch of the 52nd Business & Finance Awards in association with KPMG

Business & Finance launched 52nd annual Business & Finance Awards, in association with KPMG. The prestigious program and gala ceremony will take place on Thursday, 10th December 2026 at the Convention Centre Dublin, bringing together over 1000 International business, political and social leaders.

Established in 1974 and recognised as the most coveted business and leadership awards program in Ireland. The Business & Finance Awards promotes excellence, innovation and leadership across the domestic and international business community. In addition to recognising some of the most outstanding entrepreneurs, business leaders and corporations, the Awards have also honoured exceptional global leaders through both the Sutherland Leadership Award and the TK Whitaker Award.Previous honourees have included Secretary Hillary Rodham Clinton, President Volodymyr Zelenskyy, Speaker Emerita Nancy Pelosi, Mario Draghi, Christine Lagarde, Kofi Annan, Ursula von der Leyen, President Clinton, President Mary Robinson, Sir John Major to name a few.

Submissions are now open, with entries accepted via www.businessandfinanceawards.com until 24 July 2026. An awards consultation service is also available to support applicants in preparing their submissions.

Award Categories for 2026

Ryan McCarthy, Managing Partner at KPMG, commented: “The Business & Finance Awards continue to reflect the ambition, resilience and innovation that define Irish enterprise. As companies navigate a complex and uncertain global environment, adaptability, strategic investment and digital capability are vital to safeguarding Ireland’s reputation as a world-class place to do business. KPMG is proud to continue supporting this important platform that recognises and celebrates excellence across the business community.”

Ian Hyland, President/Publisher of Business & Finance, said: “ I am delighted to formally the 52nd Business & Finance Awards along with our partners KPMG, we look forward to recognising and celebrating the leaders and organisations shaping the future of business both domestically and internationally. The enduring legacy of the Program is reflected not only in the exceptional business achievements recognised each year, but also in the global figures who have been honoured through the program over many decades.”

Julie Sinnamon, Chair of the Judging Panel, added: “The calibre of entries we see each year is consistently exceptional, reflecting both the strength and diversity of Irish business. The addition of the Digital Transformation Award acknowledges the strategicimportance of embedding digital thinking across organisations, and we look forward to seeing how companies are driving meaningful, lasting change in this space.”

Organisations and individuals interested in entering are invited to submit their applications via www.businessandfinanceawards.com by 24 July 2026.

An awards consultation service is available to guide applicants through the submission process and help ensure their achievements are effectively presented.

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