Riding the Crest of Cork’s success

For Crest Solutions’ chief executive, Cork has the edge on Dublin when it comes to doing business and finding that all-important work-life balance

Frank Madden, chief executive of Crest Solutions Picture: Clare Keogh

‘I know people think Dublin is the centre of the universe if they’re living there - but it’s not, especially if you’re living in Cork.” Frank Madden is laughing as he says this, but he’s also making a point.

After nearly three decades of doing business in Cork, the founder and chief executive of Little Island company Crest Solutions, knows better than most the many positives offered by the region, especially when compared ...