Irish Franchise Association Awards
The winners of the Irish Franchise Awards 2008 were announced at a black-tie ceremony presented in Dublin by the inimitable Marty Whelan. The awards, sponsored by Ulster Bank, recognise excellence in franchising and top honours went to The Streat, Home Instead Senior Care, Abrakebabra Investments, Pristine.ie, O’Brien’s Sandwich bars, and David Zebedee. Michael Bradley, former CEO of the Irish Franchise Association, received a special award for his outstanding contribution to Irish franchising.
It was also a special occasion for the Irish Franchise Association as it celebrates its 25 th anniversary. Continued membership growth underlines strength of the franchise sector in spite of uncertain economic times. According to Chairman John Green, the Association has maintained strong growth with a membership increase of almost 10% over the past 18 months.
Continued membership growth underlines strength of the franchise sector in spite of uncertain economic times. According to Chairman John Green, the association has maintained strong growth with a membership increase of almost 10% over the past 18 months.
Orna Stokes, Senior Manager, Specialist Sectors, Ulster Bank said; “ Ulster Bank is delighted to be associated with the Irish Franchise Awards; in which innovation, entrepreneurship and real business passion are recognised and rewarded. Congratulations to all the winners who have shown great enterprise and innovation against the backdrop of a more competitive and challenging market environment. On its’ Silver Jubilee, we would also like to recognise the great work done by the Irish Franchise Association in encouraging and supporting the growth of franchising across Ireland.”
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