Celebrating the incredible achievements of public sector digital transformation
October 8th 2026
The Round Room, Mansion House
The deadline for nominations is Friday 12th June at 12:00
The fourth annual Public Sector Digital Transformation Awards, in association with KPMG, is all about recognising and celebrating excellence and innovation in the delivery of public sector digital transformation. We are thrilled to showcase the incredible achievements of public sector organisations and individuals who have made significant contributions to advancing digital transformation across Ireland.
The Public Sector Digital Transformation Awards is a chance to shine the spotlight on cutting-edge technologies and innovative approaches to digital transformation that have made a real impact, improved service delivery, and enhanced citizen experiences. There are a diverse range of categories to enter highlighting transformation using big data, AI, cloud technology, health technology, and sustainable innovation to name a few.
The winners of each category will be selected by an esteemed panel of judges with extensive experience in digital transformation, technology, and public sector management.
Winners will be announced at our black-tie ceremony held at the prestigious Round Room at Mansion House in Dublin on Thursday, October 8, 2026 The welcome reception will start at 6:30pm followed by dinner and awards ceremony at 7pm with carriages at 1am.
Join us as we celebrate the achievements of those who have delivered digital transformation in the public sector, and have contributed to a brighter future for citizens across Ireland.
MC Ivan Yates
Broadcaster and Columnist
Ivan Yates is a broadcaster, columnist, businessman and former politician, holding the position of Fine Gael Dáil deputy for more than twenty years. A native of Enniscorthy, Co. Wexford, he became the youngest member of the 22nd Dáil at twenty-one. He was appointed Minister for Agriculture, Food and Forestry in 1994. He founded Celtic Bookmakers, a chain of betting shops, which became one of the largest independent family chains in the country.
Ivan presented both Newstalk Breakfast, The Hard Shoulder, Newstalk’s drive time show and The Tonight Show on VMTV. He set up MediaMasterclass.ie and is now a top Communications Coach. Ivan also provides unique political and policy insights. He co-founded the successful political podcast Path to Power.
Ivan is now a leading event specialist – acting as Chair, Moderator, MC and after dinner guest speaker. He also acts as a policy advisor to numerous companies.
The Public Sector Digital Transformation Awards are being run in tandem with the Public Service ICT Conference, taking place on September 24th at Dublin Castle.
A 15% discount applies on Ticket and Table Sales for Public Sector nominations shortlisted for the awards and also for those attending the Public Service ICT conference
For further information contact Ruby Doyle at [email protected]
Highlights from the 2025 Public Sector Digital Transformation Awards
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Sadhbh O’Hanlon
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