National Beauty Distribution has been awarded the title of SME Cork Chamber Company of the Year, securing a major victory at the prestigious Cork Chamber of Commerce Cork Company of the Year Awards. This recognition highlights the company’s outstanding business performance, innovation, and impact on the local economy, cementing its reputation as a leader in Ireland’s beauty industry.
The Cork Chamber of Commerce, a vital force in supporting and advocating for businesses in the region for over 200 years, hosts the Cork Company of the Year Awards to celebrate enterprises that exemplify excellence and leadership. National Beauty Distribution, headquartered in Blarney, stood out for its impressive market expansion, digital innovation, and forward-thinking approach to logistics.
Kieran Walsh, CEO of National Beauty Distribution, commented: “To be recognised by the Cork Chamber of Commerce, an institution that has championed business success in Cork for generations, is an incredible honour. As someone born and raised in Cork, this award holds special significance. Receiving it among so many respected business leaders, peers, and in the presence of An Taoiseach Micheál Martin, makes it even more meaningful. This achievement is a testament to the hard work, dedication, and passion of the entire National Beauty team”.
Since its establishment in 2012, National Beauty Distribution has grown to become Ireland’s leading importer and wholesaler of high-performance beauty brands. The company represents globally renowned names such as Estée Lauder, Unilever, Color Wow, and Kevin Murphy, to name a few, while also developing homegrown Irish brands like Bare by Vogue and Luna by Lisa Jordan.
A key driver of National Beauty Distribution’s growth is its commitment to cutting-edge logistics and automation. The company recently invested €2.1 million in an advanced AutoStore warehouse automation system, significantly enhancing its operational efficiency. This state-of-the-art system, powered by robotics, has allowed the company to quadruple its order fulfillment capacity while ensuring faster, more precise, and scalable distribution. The AutoStore technology optimises inventory storage and retrieval, streamlining order processing and reducing handling times, positioning National Beauty Distribution at the forefront of logistics innovation.
As part of its ambitious expansion strategy, National Beauty Distribution is extending its reach into the UK market through strategic partnerships. This move comes at a time of remarkable growth for the company, since 2019, the company’s revenue has surged by 175%, surpassing €20 million annually.
With a team of over 70 employees and a rapidly expanding portfolio of brands, National Beauty Distribution remains focused on innovation, operational excellence, and international expansion, solidifying its position as a leader in the beauty industry, both in Ireland and beyond.
