Mayo Chamber shortlisted in Chambers Ireland awards

CHAMBERS Ireland has announced the shortlist for the 2024 Chamber Awards.

Ballina Chamber has been shortlisted in no less than six categories with seven projects in the annual celebration recognising the hard work and dedication of Chambers across the country in representing their members, engaging stakeholders and fostering vibrant and thriving local communities.

This year there has been 44 projects shortlisted across six award categories, which showcase innovative communications campaigns, successful events, sustainable development initiatives, and creative collaborations between companies, local authorities and wider communities.

Ballina has been nominated in the following categories: Community Support Initiatives - RISE: A Ballina 2023 Legacy Programme; Digital Campaigns - Empower Your Business in 2024; Sustainability & Biodiversity - Communities Creating Change and Ballina Climate Action Weekend; Event of the Year - Ballina 2023 - A year of celebration, a lifelong connection; Local Authority Engagement - Ballina Chamber - International Women's Day Gathering; Supporting Business - A Taste of Ballina Christmas Hamper.

Speaking after the shortlist was announced, Chambers Ireland’s President, Fiona Candon, said: “The calibre of entries this year has been incredibly high and I’d like to commend each Chamber for demonstrating exceptional ambition, innovation and creativity.

“Chambers across the country are strong, vocal advocates for the businesses and communities they represent, and they contribute significantly to the overall growth and economic prosperity of the regions they serve. The projects shortlisted demonstrate this focus on business advocacy, community spirit and willingness to collaborate.”

The awards take on June 6 in the Killashee Hotel, Co. Kildare, when an overall prize of Chamber of the Year will also be presented.