Ann Doherty Appointed as Chief Executive Officer PoCC
11th November 2024
The Port of Cork Company (PoCC) has appointed Ann Doherty as its new Chief Executive Officer. Ann brings over 30 years of experience in public sector leadership and operations management, including a decade-long tenure as Chief Executive of Cork City Council, where she led several initiatives central to the city’s expansion and development.
Her work included overseeing Ireland’s largest boundary extension, significantly increasing Cork City’s jurisdiction and establishing the groundwork for sustainable urban growth.
In a statement, the Chairman of the Port of Cork Company, Michael Walsh said, “We welcome Ann Doherty as Chief Executive Officer of the Port of Cork. Ann has been instrumental in bringing significant capital investment to the organisations she has led.
Her strategic vision and leadership have attracted substantial funding for infrastructure projects, economic development initiatives, and public services, ensuring sustainable growth and development for the communities she serves.
Her extensive background in public sector leadership and strategic planning aligns well with our mission to position the Port of Cork as a leading global multi-purpose port into the next century.
Ann is an advocate for sustainability and the promotion and implementation of a climate neutral economy. In her term as Chief Executive of Cork City, Cork became one of the ‘100 EU net zero emission cities’ paving the way to climate neutrality by 2030.
Her previous experience includes nine years as a National Director with the Health Service Executive (HSE), where she managed various portfolios focused on organisational development, corporate planning, and health programme initiatives such as the National Cancer Control Programme. She also played a role in forming one of Ireland’s first hospital groups.
In addition to her executive experience, Ann is the Chairperson of the Board of Mercy University Hospital, is a member of the Board of Directors of University College Cork Student Facilities & Services and has held multiple board positions over the past ten years.
In her academic pursuits, she holds an MBA from London South Bank University, a Postgraduate Diploma in Management Studies, and diplomas in Nursing and Healthcare Leadership, alongside a Chartered Director qualification from the Institute of Directors.
Her appointment comes into effect this week (12th Nov, 2024), as the Port of Cork Company continues its focus on growth and operational excellence in service to the Cork and wider region.
