Irish Investor Awards 2026, in association with Forvis Mazars - A Night of Excellence in Private Equity and Venture Capital Investment.
Leaders from across the Irish finance industry convened at the Irish Investor Awards, held on the 15th of May at the Round Room of The Mansion House, Dublin, to honour and celebrate outstanding achievements in private equity and venture capital investment.
The event was hosted by renowned Irish broadcaster Colette Fitzpatrick, with keynote speeches delivered by Tánaiste and Minister for Finance Simon Harris, and Tom O’Brien, Managing Partner at Forvis Mazars. Both commended the remarkable accomplishments of the award recipients and highlighted the Irish Investor Awards’ prominence as a key fixture in the investment calendar.
In its third year, the event continues to attract a strong volume of high-calibre submissions, reinforcing its relevance and stature within the financial community. Winners and finalists were selected by a distinguished panel of 24 judges, comprising some of the most respected and recognisable figures in the financial sector.
"We are deeply grateful to our distinguished panel of judges for their time and specialised insight. Their thorough evaluation ensures that this year’s winners truly represent the pinnacle of excellence and forward-thinking in the private equity and venture capital space."
Jill Thornton, Senior Event Manager of the Irish Investor Awards.
With the conclusion of this year's event, the Irish Investor Awards cemented its reputation as a premier occasion within Ireland’s financial calendar, that shines a spotlight on the individuals and firms driving innovation, growth, and excellence across private equity and venture capital. With increased engagement and an ever-expanding pool of high-quality submissions in its third year, the Awards continue to provide a distinguished platform for recognising the leaders shaping the future of investment in Ireland.
For more information on the Irish Investor Awards please visit https://irishinvestorawards.ie/ or interview request, contact the Events Team on (01) 640-1777 or email events@ashvillemediagroup.com. #IIA2026
| Irish Investor Awards 2026 Winners |
| Corporate Finance Advisory Firm of the Year Sponsored by DunPort Capital IBI Corporate Finance powered by DC Advisory |
| Corporate Law Firm of the Year McCann FitzGerald LLP |
| Deal of the Year (€5m - €10m) Sponsored by Business Post Renatus Capital Partners - Investment in Strata Financial |
| Deal of the Year (Sub €5m) SME Equity Limited - Investment in Invincible Software Holdings, backed by WorkCompass |
| Deal of the Year (> €10m) BGF - Investment in CWC Group |
| Debt Funding Deal of the Year < €10m Claret Capital Partners - Investment in Neurent Medical |
| Debt Funding Deal of the Year > €10m Bank of Ireland Corporate Banking & Clearwater - Debt provided as financing package for Towerbrook investment in GMC Utilities Group (Ireland) |
| Due Diligence Team of the Year KPMG Ireland |
| Environmental, Social, and Governance Deal of the Year Sponsored by Development Capital Waterland Private Equity - Acquisition of Hometherm by NetZero Group |
| International PE Investment in Irish Company Deal of the Year Exponent - Investment in Chanelle Pharma |
| Portfolio Deal of the Year Goodbody Capital Partners - Sale of Johnson Hana |
| Rising Star Under 30 Maria Traynor, KPMG Ireland |
| Irish Private Equity House of the Year Waterland Private Equity |
| Irish VC House of the Year Atlantic Bridge |
| Lifetime Achievement Sponsored by Forvis Mazars John Purdy, in memoriam |
Contact for Jill Thornton for enquiries Head of Events, Ashville Media Group ph: 01 6401777 or events@ashville.com
About the Irish Investor Awards
At the Irish Investor Awards, we recognise and honour the outstanding achievements, innovation, and dedication of individuals and organisations in the financial industry. With 15 distinct categories, there is a perfect opportunity for everyone to showcase their expertise and commitment. Whether you’re a rising star or an industry veteran, we encourage you to enter one or more of our categories and let your accomplishments shine.
About Forvis Mazars
Forvis Mazars is a leading global professional services network established on 1 June 2024. It brings together the previously known Mazars international partnership and FORVIS, a top-ranked firm in the United States.
Operating as an internationally integrated partnership in over 100 countries and territories, they leverage their global expertise and scale to deliver cutting-edge services in audit, assurance, tax, consulting, financial advisory, corporate finance and financial outsourcing.
With over 950 staff across offices in Dublin, Galway, Cork and Limerick, the Irish firm draws on the expertise of more than 40,000 professionals to assist major international corporates, SMEs, financial institutions and public bodies in achieving their strategic and business goals.
To find out more, visit the Forvis Mazars website.
About the Irish Investor Awards
At the Irish Investor Awards, we recognise and honour the outstanding achievements, innovation, and dedication of individuals and organisations in the financial industry. With 15 distinct categories, there is a perfect opportunity for everyone to showcase their expertise and commitment. Whether you’re a rising star or an industry veteran, we encourage you to enter one or more of our categories and let your accomplishments shine.
About Forvis Mazars
Forvis Mazars is a leading global professional services network established on 1 June 2024. It brings together the previously known Mazars international partnership and FORVIS, a top-ranked firm in the United States.
Operating as an internationally integrated partnership in over 100 countries and territories, they leverage their global expertise and scale to deliver cutting-edge services in audit, assurance, tax, consulting, financial advisory, corporate finance and financial outsourcing.
With over 950 staff across offices in Dublin, Galway, Cork and Limerick, the Irish firm draws on the expertise of more than 40,000 professionals to assist major international corporates, SMEs, financial institutions and public bodies in achieving their strategic and business goals.
To find out more, visit the Forvis Mazars website.
