28 October 2026
By Mary Bermingham
mary@TheCork.ie
Partnership will support the future growth and sustainability of Cork city centre retail
Cork Business Association (CBA) is delighted to announce Kilkenny Design as its new Retail Pillar Partner, strengthening a shared commitment to supporting, championing and growing retail in Cork city centre.
Retail is at the beating heart of Cork city, contributing to its vibrancy, economic success and unique character. As the sector continues to navigate changing consumer habits, rising business costs and an evolving retail landscape, CBA remains committed to advocating for retailers and creating the conditions that allow businesses to thrive and remain in the city.
Through its Retail Committee, CBA brings together a strong network of retailers to identify challenges, develop solutions and represent the interests of the sector with key stakeholders and decision-makers. The appointment of Kilkenny Design as Retail Pillar Partner will further strengthen this work, supporting CBA’s ongoing efforts to ensure Cork remains a vibrant and attractive destination for shopping, business and visitors.
Evelyn Moynihan, CEO of Kilkenny Design and Cliona Barnes, Director at Cork Business Association (CBA) at the announcement of Kilkenny Design as it the CBA’s new Retail Pillar Partner, strengthening a shared commitment to supporting, championing and growing retail in Cork city centre. For more see www.corkbusiness.ie
Pic. Darragh Kane
Evelyn Moynihan, CEO of Kilkenny Design and Cliona Barnes, Director at Cork Business Association (CBA) at the announcement of Kilkenny Design as it the CBA’s new Retail Pillar Partner, strengthening a shared commitment to supporting, championing and growing retail in Cork city centre. For more see www.corkbusiness.ie
Pic. Darragh Kane
Cliona Barnes, Director at Cork Business Association (CBA), Evelyn Moynihan, CEO of Kilkenny Design, and Niamh Murphy, Board Director at CBA, at the announcement of Kilkenny Design as it the CBA’s new Retail Pillar Partner, strengthening a shared commitment to supporting, championing and growing retail in Cork city centre. For more see www.corkbusiness.ie
Pic. Darragh Kane
With its own roots in Cork, Kilkenny Design brings a strong connection to the city and a shared interest in the continued success of its retail community. The partnership reflects the importance of collaboration between businesses and representative organisations in championing the future of the city centre.
Evelyn Moynihan, CEO of Kilkenny Design, said:
“As a business with deep roots in Cork, we are proud to become Cork Business Association’s Retail Pillar Partner. A thriving city centre matters to all of us, and retailers play a vital role in bringing people, energy and opportunity to Cork’s streets. We look forward to working with CBA and fellow businesses to champion local retail, makers and designers, and help shape a vibrant, sustainable future for the city”
Julie Evans, Head of CBA’s Retail Committee, said:
“Retail is one of the cornerstones of Cork city centre, bringing life, activity and opportunity to our streets. It is vital that we continue to support the businesses that make Cork such a special place to shop, work and visit. We are delighted to welcome Kilkenny Design as our Retail Pillar Partner. With its roots in Cork and its understanding of the retail sector, this partnership will help strengthen our collective voice and support our ambition for a thriving, sustainable retail sector in the city.”
CBA looks forward to working closely with Kilkenny Design and its wider membership to champion retail, address the challenges facing city businesses and help secure a strong future for Cork city centre.