Awards 2023
The Irish Franchise Association Gala Evening and Awards is the single largest event for the franchising community in Ireland. The Awards recognise all that is great and about franchising, and the people who make it a success.
Winners are identified through our established independent adjudication panel, chaired by Mr. Bobby Kerr. The event provides all entrants and attendees with an excellent networking opportunity and to be recognised amongst their peers for excellence in franchising.
Book Your Table For Our Awards Ceremony
26th of April 2024
Crowne Plaza Hotel Blanchardstown
Parking available onsite


We are proud to announce that our charity partner 2024 is Laura Lynn Foundation
Laura Lynn's mission is to provide a Community of Care that delivers evidence-based, personalised services to children with palliative care needs, complex care needs and complex disabilities, while also providing family support services and a home to our residents where quality-of-life is paramount.
2023 Category Awards
1. Food & Beverage Franchise of the Year (Turnover €0-1.5M)
2. Food & Beverage Franchise of the Year (Turnover €1.5M+)
3. Retail Franchise of the Year
4. Service Franchise of the Year (B2B and B2C)
5. Education Franchise of the Year
6. Employee Star of the Year
7. Community Champion of the Year
8. Marketing Campaign of the Year
9. Best Digital Presence of the Year
10. Sustainability Champion of the Year
11. Irish International Franchise of the Year
12. Best Emerging Franchise of the Year
13. Franchisee of the Year – Retail
14. Franchisee of Year – Food & Beverage
15. Franchisee of the Year – Service
16. Franchisee of the Year - Multi-unit (3+)
17. Franchise Supplier of the Year
18. Leadership in Franchising Award
19. Franchise of the Year Award
AWARDS' MEDIA SPONSOR