Prize Winners 2009

Overall Winner:   “Key Times” from Colaiste Chroabh Abhann in Kilcoole. Seeing a need amoung locals for a convenient way of finding their bus schedule, the team of five young entrepreneurs designed a portable, compact timetable which attaches to a key chain. They wrote and excellent business report, had an imaginative exhibition stand and made a great presentation.  We would like to wish Caroline O'Grady, Joe Bradley, Lisa McHugh, Peter Scales and Gareth Byrne the best of luck at the National Finals in Tullamore this coming May

1st Runner Up:  “The White Co / JD Promotions" from St. Gerard's in Braywere the 1st Runner Up, who organised an excellent night out in Dublin City for TY Students, including entertainment, transport, a sponsored DJ and much more.

2nd Runner Up:  “Cill Mhantain Calendars" from De La Salle College in Wicklow Town.  They created a beautiful calendar of Wicklow Town sights with the help of local businesses.

 

Most Innovative Idea:  “I Hear" from St. Gerard's in Bray.  The boys from I Hear created a beanie hat with a difference - one which contains headphones for your iPod or MP3 player.

Best Oral Presentation:  “Outside the Box" from De La Salle College in Wicklow Town.  The guys from De La Salle won the Best Oral Presentation which was given on the day.

Best Stand/Dispaly:  “Santa's Little Helpers" from Colaiste Chroabh Abhann in Kilcoole, received the Best Stand/Display award, whose stand even included a chimney for Santa Claus to climb down!

Best Quality Product/Service:  “Creative Cards" from St. Mary's College in Arklow won the award for Best Quality Product/Service - no strangers to success at this competition.

Best Market Research:  “Mount SAPO Soaps" from Colaiste Bhride in Carnew.  Mount SAPO sell beautiful homemade soaps in various shapes, sizes and scents.

Widest Target Market:  “Hoody Hunnies" from Colaiste Bhride in Carnew, who provide customised hoodies for their school and many others in the area.