It was announced today that a global provider of personalised marketing merchandise will be creating 250 jobs over the next five years. 

National Pen established its’ International Headquarters in Dundalk in 1987, comprising a manufacturing plant which personalises promotional products, and a contact centre which supports corporate functions including Finance, HR, Recruitment, IT,  E-commerce and other support functions.

The new expansion will be supported by the Irish Government through IDA Ireland. The company markets and sells its products in 24 countries globally.  The company provides an end-to-end personalized service for its customers by meeting their promotional product needs. The Dundalk operation alone sold more than 130 million personalised promotional products into its markets in 2016.

Speaking this week, Minister for Business, Enterprise & Innovation, Heather Humphreys said, "This is a huge milestone for National Pen, 30 years in Dundalk. You have constantly evolved as a business to suit your clients’ needs and in doing so secured your own survival. I welcome the additional 250 jobs which will provide a further boost to the local economy. Your ongoing innovation will ensure your continued growth in the years ahead."

National Pen’s CEO, Peter Kelly added, "It is with great pride that we celebrate our 30 years anniversary in Dundalk.  Over the past 10 years the company has grown significantly to now over 1000 employees. It is truly down to the entire team across National Pen that we have developed and cultivated our success.  We manifest a culture of opportunity, hard work, autonomy and respect."

Source: www.businessworld.ie