Platform94 is honoured to be named 'Business of the Year' at the 2024 Galway Chamber Business Awards.

We are overwhelmed, grateful, and inspired by this incredible recognition. The award is a reflection of the strength, innovation, and ambition of every business in the Platform94 community - both within our headquarters in Galway and across our growing regional community, SCALE by Platform94.

Our mission has always been clear: to support ambitious businesses as they innovate and scale internationally. This award reaffirms that mission and challenges us to continue pushing boundaries, fostering collaboration, and driving growth throughout the west, northwest, and beyond.

“We are absolutely overwhelmed and thrilled to receive this honour,” said Marie Donnellan, CEO of Platform94.
“This award belongs to every member of our community.. Their drive, innovation and global ambition are what inspire our team every single day. We don’t see this as a title; we see it as a challenge to go further, to do more, and to keep building something truly world-class from the west of Ireland.”

A Night of Celebration for the Platform94 Community

It was a proud evening for many of our community members:

Buymedia® was awarded the Excellence in Innovation Award, a testament to their forward-thinking approach and impact.
Chipright took home the Best Customer Service in an SME Award, celebrating their commitment to excellence and client care.
Platform94 also received the Excellence in Marketing Award, sponsored by Galway City Council, recognising the power of our storytelling and brand in championing scaling businesses throughout the region.

We were also delighted to sponsor the Scale-Up/Growing Business Award alongside WestBIC, which was presented by our own Thomas Fisher and Colleen Baxter to the deserving winner, Nibbed Cacao.

Thank You

At the heart of Platform94 is a passionate, dedicated team - Marie, Thomas, Noreen, Brian, Emily, Niamh, and Mary, who bring to life the energy, belief, and “anything is possible” spirit that defines our community. This recognition is also a tribute to our voluntary board, led by Chair Dave Hickey, and including John Brennan, J.P. Gilmartin, Caroline Cawley, Brian Keville, Meghann Drury Grogan, Deirdre Mac Loughlin, and Kenneth Deery. Their support is the foundation behind our continued growth.

We extend a heartfelt thank you to Galway Chamber, the event sponsors including The Shannon Airport Group, and all of our strategic partners.

This is more than an award; it's a call to action. We will continue to strive, support, and scale globally together.

Here’s to celebrating this moment with our community and to even bigger things ahead.