Bombardier's Michael Ryan wins prestigious business award
Above: Michael is pictured receiving his award from Julie Jones, Head of Business Sales, UK and Ireland for sponsor bmi, with Nicola Wright and Claire Campbell, also bmi.
The judging panel unanimously voted him their Businessperson of the Year, recognising a career that has spanned more than 30 years in the company.
The judges’ citation referred to his effective leadership in several key areas including transformation, links with education, and community involvement. They said he had steered the company through major changes, meeting demanding targets and enhancing the Belfast operation within the wider future plans of Bombardier.