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Tipperary Businesses Leading the Way with Guaranteed Irish

Written by Áine Dempsey | Oct 2, 2025 8:21:32 AM

Driving Local Success and Community Growth 

County Tipperary is home to a thriving network of businesses that proudly carry the Guaranteed Irish symbol – representing trust, local employment, and a commitment to sustainability. These businesses, spanning industries from healthcare and biotechnology to food, retail, and wellness, are creating jobs, strengthening local communities, and boosting the regional economy. 

Championing Local Enterprise 

Among the standout Tipperary-based Guaranteed Irish businesses is Clonmel Healthcare, a leading name in the pharmaceutical sector. With decades of commitment to Irish patients and their families, the company continues to play a key role in advancing healthcare in Ireland while providing secure local employment and contributing to the regional economy. Having recently celebrated 55 years in Clonmel, they demonstrate a strong commitment to provenance, jobs, and community, reflecting the core values of Guaranteed Irish. 

 

The Guaranteed Irish Impact 

By being part of the Guaranteed Irish community, these businesses benefit from a trusted national symbol that represents local jobs and support for the Irish economy. Research shows that 93% of Irish consumers agree the Guaranteed Irish symbol supports local businesses and communities, while helping develop a sustainable local economy. 

For Tipperary’s Guaranteed Irish businesses, membership has created opportunities for increased brand visibility, consumer trust, and collaboration with other leading Irish companies. Beyond commercial success, these businesses are actively involved in community projects, sustainability efforts, and innovation, reinforcing their role as key contributors to Tipperary’s social and economic development. 

 

Clonmel Healthcare 

Speaking about what it means be apart of the Guaranteed Irish network - “It formally recognises our significant contribution to the Irish economy, our dedication to creating sustainable jobs and our commitment to supporting local communities. We are an integral part of the Irish community, and this accreditation underscores our promise to uphold the highest standards of quality, innovation, and social responsibility, all while being rooted right here in Ireland”.  

Donagh O’Leary, Managing Director of Clonmel Healthcare. 

 

Shorla Oncology 

Being a Guaranteed Irish member highlights our strong connection to the local community in Tipperary, where we are proud to create jobs and contribute to Ireland’s growing life sciences sector. The association has helped raise Shorla Oncology’s profile and reinforce our commitment to patients and innovation. 

Sharon Cunningham (CEO & Co-Founder) and Orlaith Ryan (CTO & Co-Founder) 

Quigleys Bakery 

“At Quigley’s Bakery, Peter with his sisters Niamh and Gillian proudly continue their family tradition with Guaranteed Irish – showcasing support for Irish jobs, communities, and values, and giving our customers and team an even greater sense of pride in our local roots.” 

 

Rívesci 

Partnering with Guaranteed Irish since we first started business in 2019 has strengthened our commitment to our community by creating local jobs in Clonmel and giving back to the community in which we operate by always trying to source locally within Tipperary and keeping as much business as possible within the island of Ireland. Showcasing the G on all of our range of multi-award winning condiments and chilli oils shows our consumers that they are purchasing from a trusted Irish brand who is committed to making Ireland all together better. 

Shannon Forest, Co-Founder at Rívesci 

 

Away with Nature 

 

Being a Guaranteed Irish member has elevated our credibility with both stockists and customers. It’s a symbol that aligns beautifully with our values, local, ethical, and quality driven. Since joining, we’ve seen more recognition for our Tipperary based skincare and wellbeing business, especially from retailers who are passionate about supporting homegrown brands. 

Fiona O’Donohoe, Founder of Away with Nature Skincare & Wellbeing 

 

Marion Murphy Cooney 

Being part of Guaranteed Irish has strengthened our profile as a Tipperary-based fashion brand. It has given us a platform to celebrate the craftsmanship and creativity that go into every bespoke piece, while also highlighting the importance of supporting Irish design. The network has helped us connect with other like-minded businesses, champion local talent, and proudly showcase what Tipperary has to offer on both a national and international stage. 

Marion Murphy Cooney, Director/Owner. 

 

Dublin Herbalists 

Our brand is very proud to showcase the Guaranteed Irish symbol and membership as we are one of very few skincare companies who manufacture all our products ourselves in house, we are an end-to-end company and can state 100% that our products are Irish made. It is a very important part of our ethos as a company. Being a part of the GI membership, means our customers have faith and confidence in our products, they can trace them back to source and choose to support a local small business. Our workforce of 7 ladies also champions the fact that we are involved in an Irish company. 

Claire Brett, CEO, Dublin Herbalists 

 

Bánór 

"Being part of Guaranteed Irish and the family of businesses it represents means a lot to us as we start to grow our business. We are using a unique Irish ingredient from Elaine's family-run farm, manufacturing here and working with a lot of other business to bring our products to market - it takes a village as they say. We even took inspiration from the Irish language for our name. Community and trust are big drivers for us personally and for Bánór."  

Nicola Lyons, Co-Founder of Bánór 

 

Duggan Veterinary Supplies 

‘Our Guaranteed Irish membership has been instrumental in showcasing our commitment to sustainable growth and community involvement. It has opened doors to stronger collaborations, given us a platform to demonstrate our environmental initiatives, and helped highlight the positive impact Duggan Veterinary Supplies has on the veterinary industry and wider Irish economy.’ 

Donal Duggan, MD Duggan Veterinary Group.