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JJ Kavanagh & Sons is delighted to announce that they have been awarded the prestigious title of All-Star Kilkenny Business of the Year 2020 by the All-Ireland Business Foundation.
Since its establishment in 1919, JJ Kavanagh & Sons has seen remarkable growth and development, spanning four generations as a family-run business. With a rich century-long legacy, the company has become a leading brand in Ireland’s transportation sector. Committed to excellence, JJ Kavanagh’s mission is to provide exceptional service, quality, comfort, and safety to their valued customers.
Laura Kavanagh, Commercial Director, expressed her pride:
“On behalf of JJ Kavanagh, we are hugely proud of achieving our second Business All-Star Accreditation from the All-Ireland Business Foundation, for companies who are dedicated to the pursuit of Business Excellence. The Accreditation process gave us the opportunity to reflect on our brand story, growth strategy and above all the value we create for our customers. We consistently look to develop as a brand, driven by the desire to improve the brand experience for our customers. JJ Kavanagh & Sons would like to thank all members of staff, as we would not have won this award without their commitment to excellence.”
Kieran Ring, Deputy Chairperson of the AIBF’s accreditation board, announced the award with high praise:
"In naming JJ Kavanagh & Sons as our choice as Kilkenny Company of the Year 2021 we are paying tribute to the company’s enduring legacy and its unwavering commitment to the county of its birth. On the national stage JJ Kavanagh has risen to become the preeminent provider of public transport services however it has remained committed to its Kilkenny roots and is a best in class example of thinking local while acting national. Congratulations to all directors and staff at the company."
The All-Ireland Business Foundation’s accreditation is a mark of excellence, upheld by rigorous selection criteria. This process, administered by Dr. Briga Hynes of the Kemmy Business School at the University of Limerick and Kieran Ring, CEO of the Global Institute of Logistics, involves a thorough evaluation of a company’s background, trustworthiness, and performance. The assessment includes feedback from customers, employees, and vendors, as well as anonymous customer experience evaluations.
Dr. Hynes highlighted the importance of this accreditation:
“We evaluate a company’s background, trustworthiness and performance, and we speak to customers, employees and vendors. We also anonymously approach the company as a customer and report back on the experience. The business goes through at least two interviews and is scored on every part of the process against set metrics.”
The All-Ireland Business Foundation also manages the All-Ireland Business Summit, All-Star accreditations, and Thought Leader accreditations, promoting peer dialogue among its members. The selection process for the next cohort of Business All-Star accredited companies is currently underway. More information is available at businessallstars.ie.
