IoD Ireland is delighted to sponsor the CEO of the Year – Medium Business award category at the upcoming Business Post Leadership Awards on 6th November 2025. The awards recognise directors and members of C-suite across Irish business.
The Business Post Leadership Awards, now in their second year, honour visionary executives, rising leaders, and changemakers who demonstrate innovation, integrity, and influence in their fields. Each year, nominees are carefully evaluated based on their achievements, leadership style, and lasting contributions. Award categories highlight innovation, mentorship, social responsibility, and transformative leadership, ensuring that each honouree reflect the values and diversity of modern leadership. The awards are judged by the Business Post editorial team, along with a number of other business leaders. Learn more about the Judging panel on the Business Post Leadership Awards website.
The ceremony itself brings together business and community leaders, innovators, and changemakers for an inspiring evening of recognition and networking. Beyond the awards, the event fosters dialogue around leadership challenges and opportunities in today’s rapidly evolving world.
By honouring these remarkable individuals, the Leadership Awards aim not only to celebrate success but also to encourage a culture of purpose-driven leadership that empowers future generations.
Award Entry
Nominations for entry are open until Wednesday, 17th September at 4:00pm. Help to enhance your own professional profile and that of your organisations and nominate yourself for one of the leading categories. Learn more below.
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- CEO of the Year: Medium Business
- AI Leader of the Year
- CEO of the Year: Small Business
- CEO of the Year : Large Business
- Chief Information Officer/IT Leader of the Year
- Marketing Industry Leader of the Year
- ESG Leader of the Year
- Non-Profit Leader of the Year
- Public Sector Leader of the Year
- Start-Up Leader of the Year
- Emerging Leader of the Year
- Family Business Leader (Above 50 employees)
- Family Business Leader (Below 50 employees)
- Global Impact Leader of the Year
- Healthcare Leader of the Year
- Innovation Leader of the Year
- Diversity & Inclusion Initiative
- CSR project
- Special Achievement Award for Outstanding Contribution
The Business Post Leadership Awards
