ONE of the foremost hospitality, tourism and culinary providers in the region, TRIBE Hospitality Group, is the new Title Partner for the 2026 North East Business Awards.
The group has agreed a multi-year deal to support Drogheda and District Chamber at this year's City North Hotel awards experience, which attracted over 300 attendees in 2025 and is regarded as the premier business awards event in the region.
The awards recognise achievement across all sectors of business, from major employers and entrepreneurs to charities, community organisations and not-for-profit groups, with entries drawn from across the North East.
TRIBE Hospitality Group and Drogheda & District Chamber will collaborate on a series of initiatives and projects as part of the partnership.
The group’s portfolio includes the award-winning TRIBE Restaurant in Duleek, a destination dining venue that has welcomed guests from across the region for the past seven years; TRIBE Trucks in Bettystown, a thriving food and hospitality offering, open seven days a week, that has quickly become a popular local place for food; and Bettystown House, the beautifully restored historic estate spanning 13 acres, dating back to 1630 offering self-catering guest accommodation located just minutes from the coast.
Employing 52 people across its businesses, TRIBE Hospitality Group continues to make a significant contribution to the local economy while creating valuable employment opportunities within the communities it serves.
The Ryan family and the wider TRIBE team have long been recognised for their commitment to supporting local communities, working closely with small businesses, schools, sports clubs and charitable organisations throughout the region. Their community-first approach and investment in local people make this partnership a natural fit for the Chamber and the North East Business Awards.
“The team at TRIBE Hospitality Group are synonymous with hard work, innovation and success, and it’s fantastic to have them on board as Title Partners for the North East Business Awards 2026,” Drogheda Chamber CEO Hubert Murphy said.
“TRIBE Duleek has established itself as a destination venue over the past seven years, while TRIBE Trucks in Bettystown and the recent addition of Bettystown House demonstrate the Ryan family’s continued investment and belief in this region.
“Beyond their business success, the Ryan family have always been tremendous supporters of their communities, local charities and fellow businesses. They understand the importance of giving back and creating opportunities for others, which aligns perfectly with the values of the Chamber and these awards.
“Aidan & Shirley Ryan and the Ryan family have delivered so much across many facets of business, development and community life over the years. We are delighted to begin this new chapter together and look forward to a successful partnership,” he added.
Glenn Ryan, TRIBE Hospitality Group, added, “We are delighted to partner with Drogheda and District Chamber as Title Sponsor of the 2026 North East Business Awards.
“At TRIBE Hospitality Group we have always believed in the power of community, collaboration and supporting local enterprise. The chamber plays a vital role in connecting businesses, creating opportunities and championing economic growth across the region, and we are excited to work closely with the team in the years ahead.
“As a family run business, we are proud to contribute to the local economy and the communities we serve.
“The North East Business Awards celebrate the ambition, innovation and success of businesses and we are honoured to support an event that recognises those achievements. We are ambitious for this area, everything it has to offer and the people who live and work here and we look forward to being part of its continued growth.”