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Lightyear, the award-winning Intelligent Purchasing and Accounts Payable software, shortlisted for Deloitte Fast 50 Ireland and Belfast Telegraph IT awards - Best Place to Work in IT

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Kasturi Banerjee

by Kasturi Banerjee

Digital Content Writer

Posted 28/04/2025

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We are delighted to announce that we have been shortlisted for two prestigious awards which recognise the best in the industry; the Deloitte Technology #Fast50Award Ireland and Belfast Telegraph - IT Awards 2022 in the Best Place to Work in IT (Small Business Category).

About the awards

The Deloitte Fast 50 is one of Ireland’s most prestigious awards. It is a ranking of the country’s 50 fastest-growing technology companies based on revenue growth over the last four years. This year marks 23 years of the programme, celebrating innovation and entrepreneurship in Ireland’s indigenous technology sector.

The awards ceremony will be held on Thursday, 24th November, at The Mansion House in Dublin, where winners will be announced. Watch this space to find out where we rank!

The Belfast Telegraph IT Awards recognises excellence across the technology industry in Northern Ireland. The best place to work category celebrates organizations that successfully grow and retain IT talent, as well as reward personal achievement.

The awards will take place on the 11th November in The Mac, Belfast.

 Both the Deloitte Fast 50 and Belfast Telegraph IT awards are highly sought-after and showcase the best in the business. We are honoured to have been featured alongside some incredible peers.

These nominations are a credit to the hard work and dedication of the Lightyear team and our partners, who continue to deliver exceptional results and business growth. 

Best of luck to all who have been shortlisted for both awards.

Chris Gregg Lightyear CEO
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Kasturi Banerjee

By Kasturi Banerjee

Digital Content Writer