Join the CBA Team

Join the Board of Cork Business Association: Cork Business Association (CBA) is currently inviting expressions of interest for a voluntary Board Director position that will soon become available.   In the past year, the organisation has restructured and developed a new strategy, and we are actively seeking new voices and perspectives from business leaders across […]

Luas Cork: A Catalyst for Sustainable Growth and Urban Renewal

Cork stands at a pivotal juncture in its evolution. As Ireland’s fastest-growing urban centre, with  projections indicating a 60% population surge over the next 20 years, the imperative for visionary  infrastructure has never been clearer. The Cork Business Association’s (CBA) recent submission to the  Cork Light Rail (CLR) public consultation underscores the project’s significance—not merely […]

Love Cork City? Turn That Passion Into Action as a City Centre Warden

Cork City Council, Cork Business Association and An Garda Síochána launch Recruitment Drive for New City Centre Wardens A new initiative aimed at enhancing peoples experience of Cork City Centre is underway following funding secured by the Cork Business Association (CBA) in late 2024. The pilot Community Safety Warden Scheme, now being rolled out in […]

Social Media, Marketing & Office Executive

We’re Hiring! Role Overview We are seeking a creative, highly organised, and driven Social Media, Marketing & Office Executive to join our small but passionate team. This is a dynamic and varied role, ideal for someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment, loves Cork City, and has a flair for storytelling, content creation, and community […]

Cleaning & Greening – North Main Street

Cork Business Association (CBA) hosted its first Cleaning and Greening day on March 29th on North Main Street, kicking off a new initiative to refresh and revitalise Cork city streets.   Working closely with local businesses on the street and CBA volunteers, the initiative gave the street a spring refresh, with deep cleaning, power washing, algae removal, planting, and painting.  Painting and […]

Cleaning & Greening North Main Street

Cork Business Association Launches First ‘Cleaning and Greening’ Street Initiative on North Main Street   Improving one street at a time in Cork City   Cork Business Association (CBA), in partnership with Cork City Council, will host the first Cleaning and Greening morning on Tuesday, April 29th, kicking off a new initiative to refresh and […]

Transport Announcements in Cork City

Today the Cork Business Association welcomes two transformative transport developments for Cork City.   The Cork Business Association (CBA) today announces its strong endorsement of two landmark developments in Cork’s public transport infrastructure, marking a pivotal moment in the city’s progression toward sustainable and efficient mobility solutions.   The “Emerging Preferred Route” for Cork’s new […]

Winners of the CBA Cork Business of the Year Awards Announced

Kilkenny Design takes home the top award   30th March 2025:  Cork Business Association (CBA) has announced the winners of its prestigious Cork Business of the Year Awards, with Kilkenny Design taking home the top honour of the evening. 12 additional awards were presented, celebrating the outstanding contributions of businesses and organisations that drive Cork’s […]

Reimagining Cork after Dark – One Cup at a Time

It’s Back!! ‘Coffee House Lates’ returns to Cork City as part of the St Patrick’s Festival – events just announced   Cork’s coffee houses are once again going to keep their doors open into the evening this weekend with another Coffee House Lates. 11 independent cafés will open late for an exciting range of free events on […]

Dave O’Brien Elected as President of Cork Business Association

Cork Business Association held its 68th Annual General Meeting last night at the Metropole Hotel Cork. The event marked the election of Mr Dave O Brien as the new President. O’Brien, Head of Tax at Xeinadin Ireland – who acquired Quintas in 2023—oversees tax planning, company restructures, succession planning, and VAT matters across 30 offices […]