Building blocks of success on show as more than 400 guests attend awards
Event celebrates organisations and individuals from the property industry that are making a real impact across 15 different award categories
The National Property Awards were held at the InterContinental Hotel on Thursday, February 29.
Hosted by broadcaster Ivan Yates, the awards celebrated the very best achievements from across both the residential and commercial sectors in Ireland. Attended by over 400 guests, the event recognised and celebrated organisations and individuals from the entire property industry that are making a real impact, across 15 different award categories including: Future Leader in Property, Proptech Award, Developer of the Year, Property Management Company of the Year, Social Housing Development of the Year and Sustainability Initiative of the Year.
The awards were judged by a panel of industry experts including:
• Tina-Marie O’Neill, Editor, Property Plus, Business Post
• Carol Tallon, CEO of Communications Agency, Property District
• Mary Conway, Chairperson, Irish Property Owners Association (IPOA)
• Bob Jordan, CEO, The Housing Agency
• Catherine Kenny, CEO, Dublin Simon Community
Sarah Murphy, chief executive of the Business Post, was pleased with how the awards ceremony went. She said,
“The Business Post has been facilitating dialogue to support the growth of the property market over the entirety of its 30-year history. In this past year, we have witnessed remarkable developments in the Irish property market, reflecting resilience, innovation, and a steadfast commitment to sustainability. The National Property Awards is an important platform for thriving property businesses to come together annually and the event succeeds in acknowledging and celebrating the organisations and individuals that have displayed the aptitude to embrace change and the flexibility to adapt to a changing market. There is no better time to reflect on their achievements and champion their success.”
The Outstanding Leader in Property was presented to Majella Galvin of DNG Galvin Estate Agents in Bandon, Co. Cork. The judges noted Majella’s passion for the industry, commitment to upskilling, investment in the next generation through lecturing and mentoring demonstrating her dedication to fostering talent. A very worthy winner.
Special recognition was given to the recipient of the 2024 Lifetime Achievement Award, Pat Davitt, Chief Executive of IPAV for his significant impact on the property industry in Ireland. A notable leader with a remarkable career spanning 45 years, the judging panel were delighted to honour Pat and his contribution to the sector and the country. A true professional.
Established in 2022, The National Property Awards were organised by
Business Post and iQuest and sponsored by Property District, Daft.ie, Maples Group, PrepayPower, iProperty Radio and Ireland’s Blue Book. The award’s charity partner was the Dublin Simon Community.
For more details on the event, check out www.nationalpropertyawards.ie
Winners announced on the night included:
Buyer’s Agent of the Year
Liz O’Kane
Future Leader in Property
Hugo Deegan, Owen Reilly
Proptech Award of the Year
Property Button
Asset Management Company of the Year
Aviva
Developer of the Year
Cairn Homes
Marketing Team of the Year
Glenveagh
Placemaking Initiative of the Year
The Shannon Airport Group
Property Management Company of the Year
Schnittger Bourne
Renovation/Redevelopment/Repurposing of the Year
Core Capital with Henry J Lyons for Clery’s Quarter Project
Social Housing Development of the Year
Tuath for Springville House
Office Retrofit Social Impact Initiative of the Year
Civic Engineers
Sustainability Initiative of the Year
Mola for The Campus, Cherrywood
Irish Estate Agency of the Year
Owen Reilly
Outstanding Leader in Property
Majella Galvin, DNG Galvin
Estate Agents Lifetime Achievement
Pat Davitt, Chief Executive, IPAV
