27 November 2014
Issued on behalf of Bank of Ireland
Bank of Ireland was today (Thursday 27th November, 2014) confirmed as the official Finance Partner for Tyrone GAA for the next 5 years.
The Bank will provide banking services for the Tyrone County Board whilst enjoying substantial advertising, promotional and hospitality opportunities at games throughout the county and at the Garvaghey Centre in Tyron, as well as online advertising.
Sean Sheehan, Northern Ireland Regional Director for Consumer & Small Business, Bank of Ireland UK said: “Bank of Ireland has had a long tradition of supporting sporting organisations including the GAA over many years. The Bank is committed to helping people and communities to flourish and we look forward to a productive partnership with Tyrone GAA.”
The 5 year partnership is an indication of the intent of both Bank of Ireland and Tyrone GAA.
Ciaran McLaughlin, Tyrone County Chairman, said: “We are delighted to welcome Bank of Ireland as our finance partner and relish the opportunity of working with them in the future.”
“Bank of Ireland is well represented in towns throughout Tyrone and has a great tradition of supporting Gaelic Games throughout the island of Ireland. In the last number of years we have created a very strong business proposition in terms of providing a platform for our supporters to do business with our sponsors and Bank of Ireland is an excellent addition to our portfolio. We look forward to working with them.”
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