The Ballymena Business Excellence Awards 2026 took place on October 22, 2026, at the Tullyglass Hotel

1. Ryan Ferguson of Esler's Cafe, who was Highly Commended in the Employee of the Year category, is seen here with Ryan Ferguson Snr
Ryan Ferguson of Eslers Cafe, who was Highly Commended in the Employee of the Year category, is seen here with Ryan Ferguson Snr | John McIlwaine

2. Catherine Gawn of Pilgrims Europe receives the Diversity and Inclusion Award from Johnny Olphert of sponsors Robinson's Supermarkets
Catherine Gawn of Pilgrims Europe receives the Diversity and Inclusion Award from Johnny Olphert of sponsors Robinson's Supermarkets | John McIlwaine

3. Jake Irvine and Beth Williams of McDonalds Ballymena receive the Skills Development Award from Roy Douglas of the Gallagher Trust
Jake Irvine and Beth Williams of McDonalds Ballymena receive the Skills Development Award from Roy Douglas of the Gallagher Trust | John McIlwaine

4. Sharron and Allen Gibson of Gibson Paving who were Highly Commended in the Business Premises Award category
Sharron and Allen Gibson of Gibson Paving who were Highly Commended in the Business Premises Award category | John McIlwaine
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