Marlowe & Co., a local favourite independent shop in Dublin 8, has been named the winner of Ford Ireland’s Ultimate Pro initiative. Their prize? The keys to a fully branded and racked Ford Transit Custom for 12 months. Synonymous with curated artisan goods, specialty coffee, and thoughtful gifts, Marlowe & Co. has become a cherished community hub with its shop and online delivery business. Now, thanks to Ford, they’ll be driving their vision forward in a customised vehicle that will help the business to grow and reach even more customers.
The Ford Transit Custom is a market leader in versatility and innovation, making it the ultimate partner for small businesses. With this vehicle, equipped with Ford Pro’s advanced telematics system, Marlowe & Co. Will be able to streamline deliveries, reduce courier costs, and deepen their connection with the Dublin 8 community and beyond.
Founded by Patrick Fagan, his wife Danielle, and sister-in-law Lisa Farrelly, Marlowe & Co. has built a loyal following thanks to their commitment to organic produce, local artisans, and fostering a sense of community. Whether it’s freshly brewed coffee, seasonal produce, or beautifully curated hampers, their shop has become a vibrant meeting point for locals. They beat competition from small businesses all over Ireland to win the Ford Transit Custom, following Ford’s call out to find the ‘Ultimate Pro’ independent business a few months ago, harnessing the support of their loyal community to show they deserved to win.
“Small businesses like Marlowe & Co. are the heartbeat of our communities. At Ford Ireland, we’re proud to support entrepreneurs with innovative tools like the Ford Transit Custom – a vehicle built to help businesses grow. This competition celebrates resilience, creativity, and community spirit, and we’re so excited to see how Marlowe & Co. drive their business to new heights.” says John Manning, Market Lead at Ford Ireland.
Patrick Fagan, Co-Owner of Marlowe & Co., expressed his gratitude “This is a game-changer for us. The Ford Transit Custom, with its space and advanced features, will revolutionise how we run our business. From reducing courier costs to handling more deliveries ourselves, it will make a significant difference. We’re thrilled to have this opportunity and are incredibly thankful to Ford Ireland for supporting small, independent businesses like ours.”
As Marlowe & Co. takes their unique offerings on the road in their Ford Transit Custom, follow their inspiring journey on social media at @wearemarlowe on Instagram and Facebook, or visit their website at www.wearemarlowe.com.
For more details about the Ford Transit Custom, visit www.ford.ie or follow @FordIreland on Instagram.