Ted Wright (right) at the official opening of the new Writech design and innovation centre in Mullingar last year, with Leo Clancy (Enterprise Ireland), Alan Wright, and Deputy Robert Troy (then a junior minister).

Ted Wright named as finalist in EY Entrepreneur Of The Year

Published: Thu 13 Apr 2023, 10:29 AM

Ted Wright of Writech Industrial Services Ltd is a finalist in the International category of the EY Entrepreneur Of The Year 2023.

The finalists are being revealed today, and Mr Wright will compete with 23 other shortlisted entrepreneurs from sectors including technology, manufacturing, healthcare, hospitality, retail, consumer products, and engineering.

Collectively their companies generate annual revenues of more than €700 million and employ more than 5,000 people.

The finalists will compete in three categories: Emerging, Established and International; and a special Sustainability Award will be presented to the finalist making the biggest contribution towards environmental sustainability through their business.

The overall winner will be selected as The EY Entrepreneur Of The Year 2023 at an awards ceremony in November.

Roger Wallace, partner lead for the EY Entrepreneur Of The Year™ programme, said: “We received a record number of nominations for this year’s programme and the highest ever number of nominations for female entrepreneurs – which we are delighted to see.

“This year’s finalists represent a broad spectrum of industries, including technology, manufacturing, healthcare, hospitality, retail, consumer products, and engineering. They come from diverse backgrounds and communities across Ireland north and south, showcasing the depth of entrepreneurial spirit and talent running through the island.

“The theme for this year’s programme is ‘The Art of Entrepreneurship’. Both artists and entrepreneurs are creators, thinking differently and bringing new ideas and concepts which inspire and challenge.

“The EOY alumni group welcome and foster that spirit of innovation like no other, collectively impacting the ambition and culture of our island. I would like to extend a warm welcome to our 24 finalists into the EY Entrepreneur Of The Year community and I look forward to working with them closely over the coming months.”

The 2023 EY Entrepreneur Of The Year finalists are: