North West Business Awards 2025

Join us for the prestigious North West Business Awards, a premier event celebrating the outstanding achievements and innovations of businesses across the North West region. Held at the DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel in Derry, this evening promises exceptional networking opportunities, recognition of excellence, and inspiration from the region’s most dynamic entrepreneurs and industry leaders.

The ceremony will highlight diverse sectors and honor those who demonstrate leadership, creativity, and commitment to growth in the local business community. Whether you are a nominee, sponsor, or guest, this event offers an unparalleled platform to connect, celebrate, and elevate the North West’s thriving business landscape.

Don’t miss this opportunity to be part of a night dedicated to excellence and success.

The full list of nominees for the North West Business Awards 2025

This year’s main sponsor is Bank of Ireland.

Contribution to the North West Economy sponsored by City of Derry Airport
McColgans Quality Foods
Waterside Credit Union
Millennium Forum Theatre & Conference Centre

Creative Industries Business of the Year sponsored by Toast Accountants Ltd.
Mini Melo-Beats Sensory Sessions
Farren Architects
Playhouse Derry
Millennium Forum Theatre & Conference Centre

Creative Marketer of the Year sponsored by BHP Security Solutions
Foyleside Shopping Centre
Millennium Forum Theatre & Conference Centre
Playhouse Derry

Educational Collaborator Award sponsored by Loganair
Benchmark Financial Planning
Craft NI-Training
Fujitsu Derry
Pneuma Healthcare

Hotel of the Year sponsored by Dillon Bass
The Everglades Hotel
The Ebrington Hotel
Waterfoot Hotel

Innovation & Technology Award sponsored by Allstate Northern Ireland
Hunter Apparel Solutions
Metadeck
The Influencer Hub

Large Business of the Year sponsored by Davy
Alchemy Technology Services
Foyleside Shopping Centre
McColgan’s Quality Foods⁣
Millennium Forum Theatre & Conference Centre

Pub of the Year sponsored by Derry Journal
The Happy Landing – Pub & Kitchen
Iona House
The Cosh Bar & Grill

Restaurant of the Year sponsored by U105
The Embankment Bar & Grill
Moksh Indian Restaurant
The Oak Room at The Ebrington Hotel

Small Business of the Year sponsored by City Centre Initiative & Londonderry Chamber of Commerce
Cellofella
Irish Deluxe Tours and Transfers
Little Acorns Bookstore (Derry)
WeeBuns, Castlederg

Sustainability Champions Award sponsored by Derry City & Strabane District Council
H&A Group
Hawthorn Heights
Repair & Share Foyle

Young Business Person of the Year sponsored by Alchemy Technology Services
 Orlaith Bakes (Scoil Mhuire Buncrana)
Nails By Sophie
The Influencer Hub

The North West Business Awards ceremony takes place in the Best Western White Horse Hotel, Derry on Friday 5th September 2025.
You can book tickets HERE

Secure your place now with single seats at £70+VAT or a table of 10 for £700+VAT.

A very limited number of tables of 12 are also available by request.