When siblings work together in a family business, people often think it’s a recipe for conflict. But in my experience, when they’re on the same page and share a vision, they can make fierce progress. EMP Furniture is a great example of this.

Based in Williamstown, Co. Galway, EMP Furniture Manufacturers Ltd has been making beautiful, custom-made furniture since 1981. They’ve become a go-to name for furniture in schools, hotels, and hospitals across Ireland.

One thing that stood out to me when learning about EMP Furniture is the immaculate presentation of their business. From their modern reception and office spaces to a workshop where everything has a place and everything is in its place. This focus on efficiency and organisation has helped them create a highly productive and impressive operation.

Their commitment to investing in the growth and long-term future of the business is evident in their willingness to embrace new technology, machinery and production processes. They take pride in doing everything in-house—whether it’s general joinery, finishing, postforming, or solid surface processing—allowing them to offer a complete solution to their clients.

On a side note, brothers Derek Deane, Adrian Deane, and Mervyn Deane are avid rally enthusiasts, participating in rallies across Ireland. Over the years, their passion for rallying has helped them build strong friendships and business connections within that community, which has also played a role in growing their business.

EMP Furniture is proof that when families pull together, they can achieve amazing things.
If you haven’t already, check out their work here: www.empfurniture.ie