Cork Chamber, in partnership with Vodafone, has announced the companies shortlisted for the 2013 Cork Company of the Year Awards.
“Cork Chamber is delighted to work with Vodafone on these awards particularly at a time in business when it is important to recognize achievements and contribution to Cork’s economic growth. This year’s awards have seen the highest number of entrants across all categories so selecting the three shortlisted companies has been a tough challenge for the adjudication panel but we look forward to announcing the overall winners at our Annual Dinner”, commented Conor Healy, Chief Executive of Cork Chamber.
Three companies have been shortlisted in each of the categories as follows:
Large Company (more than 100 employees)
- PCH International is a global product development and supply chain solutions company.
- VMware is the global leader in Cloud & Virtualisation software services.
- Dairygold is Ireland’s leading farmer owned Dairy and Agri multi-purpose Co-Operative delivering sustainable solutions.
SME Company (less than 100 employees)
- Glenilen Farm produces a range of artisan dairy products in Drimoleague, West Cork.
- Hayfield Manor is an internationally recognised, luxury 5 star hotel in the heart of Cork city.
- Contracting Plus is the Accounting, Administration and Taxation Solution for Professional Contractors.
Emerging Company (less than 5 years in business)
- AirDryer Systems Ltd. manufactures a range of energy efficient clothes drying appliances.
- Verde LED Ltd. manufacturers/distributors of Commercial Energy Efficient LED Lighting products.
- Keelvar Systems bring cost efficiencies to public procurement through software optimisation.
Anne O’Leary, Business & Enterprise Director at Vodafone Ireland said, “This year’s shortlist demonstrates the entrepreneurial success we’ve witnessed in Ireland over the last number of years as Irish businesses continue to develop, grow and expand into international markets. Companies such as these are key to our economic recovery and Vodafone is very proud to support the Cork Company of the Year Awards in acknowledging their contribution to the Irish market.
The winner in each category as well as the overall winner will be announced at the Chamber Annual Dinner on Friday, 1st February at City Hall, Cork.
