'Not a bad achievement for a lorry driver’s son from Newtowncashel' Longford man proud of award success
Longford’s Johnny Fallon is part of the Carr Communications Senior Management Team. Founder of the company, Bunny Carr rose to fame as a TV personality but originally worked as a bank official in Longford town
Carr Communications has been named Best Consultancy Firm of the Year at the eir Business Chambers Ireland Awards, with Longford man Johnny Fallon, Strategy Director, representing the firm as part of the team that collected the award on the night.
Johnny Fallon sits on the company’s Senior Management Team, which leads the firm’s client work, strategic direction and ongoing delivery and growth.
Johnny reflected, "It’s a proud moment for the entire team and great to be part of a consultancy that continues to grow and evolve. This recognition reflects both the strength of our people and the impact of the work we deliver for clients across Ireland.”
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He added, “Personally, I was deeply honoured to be accepting the award on behalf of a company and name that I grew up with due to my involvement in politics in Longford.
"It is definitely one of the high points of my career and to achieve that with Carr Communications is special and not a bad achievement for a lorry driver’s son from Newtowncashel."
The award comes at a time of sustained expansion for Carr Communications, which has grown its strategic communications practice significantly in recent years while continuing to support organisations across the public, private and not-for-profit sectors with reputation management, stakeholder engagement, crisis communications, public affairs, leadership communications and executive coaching.
Founder of the company, Bunny Carr rose to fame as a TV personality but originally worked as a bank official in Longford town.
The judging panel recognised Carr Communications for its strategic impact, client service and commitment to delivering high-quality communications advice in an increasingly complex and competitive operating environment.
Commenting on the award, Tony Hughes, Managing Director said:
"We are incredibly proud to be recognised as Best Consultancy Firm of the Year. This award reflects the expertise, professionalism and commitment of our entire team, who work every day to help organisations communicate with clarity, build trust and navigate increasingly complex reputational and stakeholder challenges.
"It is also a testament to the trust our clients place in us. We are privileged to work with organisations across a broad range of sectors on some of their most important communications priorities, and this recognition inspires us to continue raising the bar."
Established in 1973, and one of Ireland’s longest running communications consultancies, Carr Communications supports organisations through strategic communications, public affairs, leadership development and stakeholder engagement.
The consultancy continues to invest in new advisory services and capabilities to help clients respond to an evolving communications and policy landscape.
In 2025, Carr Communications was also recognised as one of Ireland's Best Places to Work, reflecting its commitment to building a workplace where talented people can thrive and deliver exceptional outcomes for clients.