We are delighted to welcome Western Development Commission as the official 2026 sponsor of the Young Business Person of the Year category.
Western Development Commission is delighted to be sponsoring the Young Businessperson of the Year Award at the 2026 Chamber Ireland Awards—an award that recognises a young entrepreneur or business leader for innovation, leadership, and impact. It celebrates the next generation of Irish business talent who demonstrate vision, resilience, and a profound contribution to their organisation and industry.
The Western Development Commission (WDC) is a State agency operating under the Department of Rural and Community Development and the Gaeltacht. It supports economic and social development across the Western Region of Ireland, including Donegal, Sligo, Leitrim, Roscommon, Mayo, Galway and Clare.
Our vision is to position the Western and North Western Region as a dynamic hub where innovation, enterprise and sustainability drive long-term growth and resilience. Our purpose is to unlock the region’s full potential through strategic investment and collaboration, fostering innovation, inclusivity and sustainable development. Our mission is to build vibrant communities by investing in people, place and enterprise.
