2026 Award Winners ‘MOVERS & SHAKERS’ AWARD 2026

Séaneen Sullivan L. Mulligan. Grocer Dublin

There are always people in hospitality who make things happen quietly but effectively, connecting good ideas, good people and good food in ways that strengthen and inspire the whole community. Seáneen Sullivan is one of those people. At L. Mulligan Grocer in Stoneybatter, a pub long admired for taking Irish food and drink seriously without ever losing the conviviality that makes a great local, her influence reflects a wider commitment to thoughtful, progressive hospitality. Originally from Australia, she was ahead of the curve on modern Irish pub food, and her menus have always been love letters to small artisan producers, while her food and drink pairings and community work in Stoneybatter continue to have a wider influence. Consistently championing independent producers, sustainability, inclusivity and a more considered way of doing business, Seáneen’s work demonstrates that hospitality can be both commercially grounded and socially useful: a place where provenance matters, staff are valued, interesting drinks get their moment and customers feel genuinely welcome. And her energy and commitment extend beyond the day-to-day running of a busy Dublin establishment, contributing ideas and leadership to the wider conversation about how Ireland eats, drinks and works. Movers and shakers like Seáneen do not simply follow trends; they help create the conditions in which better things can happen. For her curiosity, conviction, collaborative spirit and determination to keep pushing Irish hospitality forward, Seáneen Sullivan is an inspiring recipient of this year’s Movers & Shakers Award.