Cork Business Association

Cork Business Association Cork Business Association - the voice of business in Cork. What do the Cork Business Association do?

We provide members with a strong commercial and retail environment to do business, working in conjunction with relevant agencies in order to maintain this vitality in the city. The Cork Business Association is the voice of Business in Cork - our membership is comprised of large and small retail outlets, major banking and financial institutions, hotels and restaurants, large and small accountancy f

irms, auctioneers and estate agents, travel and tourism companies. The Cork Business Association is instrumental in influencing Cork City Council in decisions affecting our members. The Association takes action on issues such as casual trading, commercial rates, parking, CCTV, Park and Ride, upkeep of the city, public lighting etc. The CBA meets with other trade associations in the major towns and cities throughout Ireland. The CBA makes representation to Local and National Government on issues relevant to our members. It takes action to achieve results for the benefit of members. The CBA is represented on decision making committees in Cork. CBA have provided positive action on members behalf on issues such as:

MARKETING AND PROMOTING THE CITY CENTRE
REFUSE COLLECTION AND LITTER CONTROL
CCTV
GARDA BUSINESS LIAISON
NEWSLETTER
SOCIAL FUNCTIONS
DIALOGUE WITH POLITICIANS
DIALOGUE WITH CORK CITY COUNCIL
VHI DISCOUNT
MEETING ROOM
MEDIA RELATIONS
BUDGET SUBMISSIONS TO MINISTER OF FINANCE
PARKING
SIGNAGE
LIGHTING

A phenomenal morning of great insights and important conversations. Today, the Cork Business Association, in collaborati...
29/05/2026

A phenomenal morning of great insights and important conversations.

Today, the Cork Business Association, in collaboration with the , hosted an exclusive briefing ahead of this year’s budget.

We were honoured to be joined by An Tánaiste and Minister for Finance, Simon Harris T.D., who shared his key priorities for the upcoming budget. He specifically highlighted investments in infrastructure and housing—both crucial elements required to support Cork’s rapidly growing population.

We then dove straight into an interactive panel discussion. The conversation tackled critical themes including the priorities of the European Presidency, the future of personal savings and investments, business succession planning, capital gains tax, and housing initiatives.

CBA President Dave O’Brien spoke directly with the Minister regarding the soaring cost of doing business, strongly advocating that SMEs be considered in the upcoming budget decisions.

A sincere thank you to for being spectacular hosts, and to our sponsors, & .ai, for making this event possible.

Special thank you to our volunteers who revisited Oliver Plunkett Street this week and touched up the painting! They hav...
27/05/2026

Special thank you to our volunteers who revisited Oliver Plunkett Street this week and touched up the painting! They have truly gone above and beyond for our city!💜

Our city thrives because of people like this, and CBA is very grateful. Next time you see them out on the streets making a difference, please give them a well-deserved "Thank You!" 🙌✨

27/05/2026

🌟ST. PAUL’S NEEDS YOU… 🌟

As we celebrate 60 years for both St. Paul's and AIB supporting our community, we’re asking for your help 💙

Please vote for St. Paul’s in the AIB Community Fund under Education & Opportunities.

🗳️ Every vote counts — 1 vote per email address!
🤪 Vote early & often
📲 Send it to everyone in your WhatsApp contacts — family, friends, neighbours, work groups… everyone!

📌 Charity No: 20139537
⏰ Closing date: Friday 19 June at 5pm

Together we can make a huge difference 💙

🔗 https://aib.ie/personal-forms/community-fund

Great news for North Main Street and for Cork city centre! Cork Business Association welcomes the news that Cork City Co...
25/05/2026

Great news for North Main Street and for Cork city centre!

Cork Business Association welcomes the news that Cork City Council is seeking a developer to turn the long-derelict buildings at 62-65 North Main St. into a mixed-use development of “high-quality urban design and create an attractive environment for city-centre living and employment”.

These buildings have stood derelict for over 10 years. Seeing progress towards bringing these sites back into active use is a hugely positive step for North Main Street and the wider city centre.

Read more: https://www.irishexaminer.com/news/munster/arid-41849550.html

25/05/2026

Welcome to CBA, !👏

Certified Financial Planner, broadcaster and columnist Eoin McGee is back with anotherlive show at The Everyman to help ...
24/05/2026

Certified Financial Planner, broadcaster and columnist Eoin McGee is back with another
live show at The Everyman to help the audience demystify their personal finances and take back control
to achieve all the things they want to achieve.

📅 May 27th
Visit the everymancork.com

Join Shine Ireland to celebrate 25 years of the Shine Centre for Autism working with autistic children and their famili...
21/05/2026

Join Shine Ireland to celebrate 25 years of the Shine Centre for Autism working with autistic children and their families in Cork. This is a special "Silver" Ladies Lunch at the Clayton Hotel. Celebrate in great company, delicious food, and sparkling conversation. This is your chance to relax, catch up, and celebrate 25 years of Shine as part of the community.
📅 June 6th
Visit Shineireland.com

Swipe for the before!👏During our Cleaning and Greening Day on Oliver Plunkett Street, volunteers added an extra splash o...
20/05/2026

Swipe for the before!👏

During our Cleaning and Greening Day on Oliver Plunkett Street, volunteers added an extra splash of colour to the streets. Thank you, , for facilitating and completing the electric box murals!😍

It's the small differences that make a big impact!

The countdown is on! Less than two weeks until our next event, Cork In Focus. Jointly hosted by the CBA and the Chartere...
19/05/2026

The countdown is on! Less than two weeks until our next event, Cork In Focus.

Jointly hosted by the CBA and the Chartered Accountants Ireland Cork Society, this morning session promises high-level insights and impactful discussions.

We will kick off with an exclusive pre-budget conversation featuring An Tánaiste and Minister for Finance, Simon Harris T.D., followed by an interactive panel discussion. Our experts will be addressing pre-submitted queries alongside live questions straight from the floor.

Moderated by: Áine Collins FCA, IOD (Chartered Accountants Ireland Cork Society / CFO, Antaris Consulting Ireland)

Our Expert Panel:
🎤 An Tánaiste, Simon Harris T.D. – Minister for Finance
🎤 Dave O'Brien – President CBA / Head of Tax, Xeinadin Ireland
🎤 Stephen Keohane – Chairman, Chartered Accountants Ireland Cork Society / Partner, KPMG Ireland

See you there!
📅: Friday, May 29
🕛: 10- 11:45
📍: The Everyman
🔗 Get your tickets: https://www.eventbrite.ie/e/cork-in-focus-a-pre-budget-conversation-with-an-tanaiste-simon-harris-tickets-1988477125611?aff=oddtdtcreator&_gl=1*1ic1ab7*_up*MQ..*_ga*MTM2MzEyNzQ4Ny4xNzc4NjY2MTEx*_ga_TQVES5V6SH*czE3Nzg2NjYxMDkkbzEkZzEkdDE3Nzg2NjYxOTgkajMzJGwwJGgw&keep_tld=true

Incredible night on Saturday at Cork Businesswoman of the Year Awards! 🎉 Congratulations to all of the winners and nomi...
18/05/2026

Incredible night on Saturday at Cork Businesswoman of the Year Awards! 🎉

Congratulations to all of the winners and nominees who were recognised for their outstanding contributions and accomplishments! It was a great night, surrounded by great people.

A round of applause for the team at Network Ireland Cork for delivering such an amazing and inspirational event! 👏 CBA President, Dave O'Brien, and Executive Member, Margaret O' Regan, were delighted to attend and represent the Cork Business Association.

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5 South Mall
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T12X4X9

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