Welcome to the Guaranteed Irish Business Awards 2026

The 2026 Guaranteed Irish Business Awards celebrate members who embody the Guaranteed Irish principles of Jobs, Community, Provenance and Sustainability in a meaningful way. These awards recognise the innovation, resilience, and success of both homegrown and international businesses that support these principles while contributing positively to Ireland’s people, and economy. 

This year, our judges will be focusing on how applicants bring the Guaranteed Irish core beliefs—Positivity, Quality of Life, Enterprise, and Inclusivity—to life through their work, culture, and impact. When completing your application, please keep in mind the weighting assigned to each belief and include examples that best highlight how your business reflects these values. 

Before you scroll below to Register: 

Please review the Application Instructions’ before selecting your categories to register. This will guide you in choosing the most appropriate category or categories and ensure you are prepared to submit your strongest entry. You may register in up to three categories. 

You can view the full list of category descriptions in a separate document here, so you can easily refer back while completing your application.

*Please note: by entering the awards, you agree to the full terms and conditions here.  

Key Dates:

  • 28th August 2025: Entries Open 
  • 10th October 2025: Entry Deadline  
  • 8th January 2026: Shortlist Announced  
  • 5th March 2026:  National Business Awards  
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