THE shortlist has been revealed for this year’s Bangor Business Awards.
Organised to celebrate the outstanding achievements, innovation and dedication of local businesses, the awards recognise the best of Bangor’s entrepreneurial spirit and community impact.
This year’s awards have attracted an exceptional standard of entries across a wide range of sectors. From emerging start-ups to long-established enterprises, the shortlist reflects the passion, creativity, and resilience that continue to drive Bangor forward as a dynamic place to do business.
The winners will be unveiled at a prestigious awards ceremony on November 6, bringing together business leaders, innovators and community champions for an evening of celebration and recognition.
Bangor Chamber chairperson Frank Shivers said the calibre of entries this year has been phenomenal.
“Bangor businesses have once again demonstrated their innovation, resilience and strong commitment to the local community,” he said. “These awards are about celebrating that success and recognising the people and organisations that make Bangor a fantastic place to live, work and visit.”
Johnathan Fusco, managing director of The Fusco Group, said: “This year’s finalists show exactly what makes Bangor such a strong place to do business – ambition, resilience, and the drive to keep moving forward when others slow down.
“Every business shortlisted proves that Bangor is not standing still, it’s building momentum. The future here belongs to those who back themselves and keep pushing,” he said.
Mayor of Ards and North Down, Gillian McCollum, said Bangor Business Awards not only celebrate excellence and innovation but also serve as a reminder of the importance of shopping local, investing in local talent and championing the businesses that make the Borough unique.
“Ards and North Down Borough Council is proud to support initiatives that help businesses grow, create jobs and contribute to the vibrancy of our borough,” she said. “I congratulate all the finalists and encourage residents to show their support, not just at the awards, but every day.”
The Bangor Business Awards 2025 promise to be a highlight in the city’s calendar, shining a light on the exceptional talent and enterprise that underpin Bangor’s continued success.
Hospitality & Tourism Business – sponsored by Belfast Commercial Funding
Ballyboley Dexters | Ginger + Berry | The Nines | Underground Dining
Independent Retailer – sponsored by The Fusco Group
Focus Menswear | Harvest Jacks | Milliken’s Farm Butchers | Tileworks
Professional Business Services – sponsored by Ards and North Down Borough Council
Adamson Rice Law | FN Research | McMillan’s Protect and Clean | Penny Smyth Estates
Customer Service Excellence (individual and business) – sponsored by Boyd Rice Solicitors
Daly Clean | Ginger + Berry | John Minnis Estates | McMillan’s Protect and Clean | Tileworks
Emerging Business – Sponsored by North Down Development Organisation
Adamson Rice | Bangor Brainiacs | Dewberry Portraits | The Gray Bear Company
Best Business Growth – sponsored by EPOS NI
Bespoke Candles | Consult CPK | Foot Clinic NI | Penny Smyth Estates
Best Creative Business – sponsored by Bangor Chamber of Commerce
Delicate Ink | Design Ethos | Hand Drawn Creative | Seacourt Print Workshop
Health, Wellbeing or Beauty Business- Tileworks
Bangor Beauty Retreat | Flow Physio | Glow Up | Ultrasound NI
Best Food-to-Go – sponsored by Bangor Chamber of Commerce
Cargo Coffee | Harvest Jacks | Hi Street Hatch | Sans Bakery
Sustainability & Environmentally Friendly Business – sponsored by Bangor Marine
Ballyboley Dexters | Cairn Bay Lodge | Gifted Enterprise | Regency Carpet Manufacturing
Wellbeing in the Workplace – sponsored by Mind Body Business
FN Research | John Minnis Estates | Kilcooley Women’s Centre | Penny Smyth Estates
Commitment to Bangor Business Community – sponsored by Bidvest Noonan
Danske Bank | John Minnis Estates | Ladybirds Childcare | Regency Carpet Manufacturing
