County Wexford Excellence in Culture, Heritage, and Tourism Award

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Objective

This award celebrates organisations and businesses that excel in promoting County Wexford’s rich culture, heritage, and tourism. It recognises those who attract visitors to the region, whether through cultural events, historical preservation, innovative tourism offerings, or hospitality services. The award also highlights efforts that enhance Wexford’s profile locally, nationally, and internationally, while contributing to sustainable tourism development.

Questions:

Briefly describe your business or organisation, including your vision and how it contributes to Wexford’s culture, heritage, or tourism sector.
What is unique about your offering, and how does it enhance visitor engagement and satisfaction? Provide examples of how you promote County Wexford’s profile through your work.
How do you ensure consistent excellence in delivering your product or service? How do you gather and act on visitor feedback to improve the experience?
What initiatives or strategies did you implement in 2024 to support business growth, achieve performance targets, or expand your offerings? How were these successes measured?

Please note: Including metrics and date can provide valuable insights to assessors and strengthen your application for the 2024 award. Your application will be assessed in the context of the size and resources of the business.

Company/Individual Information

Company / Trading Name *

Note – please use company name you wish to be used in publicity

Applicant Name *

Position in Company *

Phone Number *

Mobile Phone *

Email Address *

Website

Company Address *

Year Company Established

No. of Full Time Employees

No. of Part Time Employees

Detailed Information

Please give clear and concise information in each of the following areas. This criteria will form the basis of the judges decision.

1. Briefly describe your business or organisation, including your vision and how it contributes to Wexford’s culture, heritage, or tourism sector. *

2. What is unique about your offering, and how does it enhance visitor engagement and satisfaction? Provide examples of how you promote County Wexford’s profile through your work. *

3. How do you ensure consistent excellence in delivering your product or service? How do you gather and act on visitor feedback to improve the experience? *

4. What initiatives or strategies did you implement in 2024 to support business growth, achieve performance targets, or expand your offerings? How were these successes measured? *

Consent *

I consent

I hereby consent, if selected as a County Wexford Business Awards shortlisted applicant or winner, to the release and use of my name, business name, and photographs taken of me, with the understanding that no compensation will be provided for such use. All competitive and financial information shall remain confidential unless I give express written approval for its release. Furthermore, I confirm that the information I have provided in this application is true and complete to the best of my knowledge. I acknowledge that whilst every care has been taken to ensure that advice and feedback given on this programme is correct, neither County Wexford Chamber nor our sponsors will accept any responsibility for loss, damage, etc., arising from or occasioned by the implementation of such advice.

Completed application forms must be submitted online by 5.00pm on FRIDAY, February 14, 2025.

An independent judging panel will review all applications received and shortlisted applicants will be contacted.

ALL SUCCESSFUL APPLICANTS MUST BE AVAILABLE FOR INTERVIEW ON TUESDAY, APRIL 8th, at Whites of Wexford Hotel | Business Centre – time will be advised. Telephone Interviews are NOT an option.

County Wexford Business Awards Gala Ceremony

Friday, May 23, 2025 | Whites of Wexford Hotel, Abbey Street, Wexford Dress: Black Tie Drinks Reception: 6.45pm sharp Seated: Promptly 7.30pm

Tickets: €120 plus VAT per person