Laois man honoured for 35 years of service at national awards ceremony

A Laois man has been honoured for his 35 years of service at the annual Chadwicks Appreciation and Recognition Awards.

Liam McEvoy from Telfords in Portlaoise was presented with the Leadership Team Award at the fourth annual Chadwicks Appreciation and Recognition Awards (CARAs) at The Mansion House in Dublin on Friday, January 23.  

The CARAs bring together teams from across Chadwicks Group for an evening dedicated to celebrating colleague excellence and recognising the positive impact they make across the business, their teams, and local communities.

Liam McEvoy, the Managing Director of Telfords, was recognised on the night for his 35 years of service and dedication to the business.

Pictured at the 2026 (CARAs) is Patrick Atkinson, Chief Executive Officer of Chadwicks Group, Liam McEvoy from Telfords, winner of the Leadership Team Award, and Ray Molyneaux from Irish Cement, sponsors of this year’s awards.

Over 395 people attended the event and twelve awards were presented across a range of categories, highlighting excellence in service, teamwork and leadership throughout the organisation. 

Speaking at the awards ceremony, Patrick Atkinson, Chief Executive Officer of Chadwicks Group, said: "The Chadwicks Appreciation and Recognition Awards are first and foremost about our people and the pride they take in supporting one another, our customers and their local communities.

"It is a pleasure to congratulate Liam McEvoy on being named as the winner of the Leadership Team award, a recognition that reflects his 35 years at Chadwicks Group and his ability to consistently inspire everyone around him with his enthusiasm and passion."

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He concluded: "The dedication, care and teamwork shown across our branches and departments every day is what truly defines Chadwicks Group. This year’s award recipients reflect the high standards we set across the Group and the collective commitment that underpins our continued success."