2022 Winners

From family businesses to new businesses, from service to retail, Irish SMEs have gone online in a big way. For our You’re the Business 2022 competition, we chose some of the most innovative and inspiring SMEs across the country to be our winners.

Babogue

Certified sleep consultant, Erica, offers virtual sleep sessions through her website. Her audience of exhausted parents globally can testify to the success of her business. As well as online courses, she has created a private expert-led community to support her customers.

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Camerino Bakery

Caryna, a Canadian baker in Dublin, runs an award-winning cafe and bakery business. She recently pivoted and developed an online catering and cake ordering service. Would-be bakers can also purchase pre-measured baking kits from her site. Sweet!

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Cullen Nurseries

Cullen Nurseries is a family owned business in Carlow, supplying top-quality native trees and hedging. Their award-winning site helps them offer an efficient online service with nationwide delivery across Ireland and Northern Ireland.

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The Cookie Co-op

Brian Walsh started his cookie business in 2020. His sweet treats fly out the door, thanks to his easy-to-use website. Shoppers can order hand-crafted artisan cookies, muffins and bars, and have them delivered straight to their door.

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D.R. Dogcare

Animal lover Deirdre Ryan set up her business in Ennis in 2002. She offers group or one-to-one training for dogs and their owners. Owners can also book their pooch in for dog grooming sessions, available to book on her website.

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Prints of Ireland

Young entrepreneurs Heather and Peter have a passion for travel, graphic design and the Irish language. Their online shop commemorates Irish landmarks with quality prints, totes and greeting cards.

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Ryan Thomas Jewellers

Ryan Thomas Jewellers is a family business selling luxury and hand-crafted jewellery in Clonmel for the last 43 years. An independent retailer, they specialise in ethically sourced diamonds and other beautiful gifts on their site.

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Wonky Woolins

Wonky Woolins hand-knits quirky gifts and toys from Galway, the way your granny might have. Chloe may be one of our youngest entrepreneurs, and she’s certainly one of the savviest. She sells her adorable, fluffy creations from her well-designed website.

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Velvet Cloud

The Flanagans are producers of Velvet Cloud - a range of handmade sheep’s milk, yogurt, and cheese made on the family farm. Customers don’t have to go to Mayo for these dairy delights. You can buy the delicious products directly from their website.

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