Aimee Connolly

Aimee Connolly, the founder and CEO of Sculpted by Aimee, has propelled her beauty brand to extraordinary heights since its inception in late 2016. Combining her makeup artistry expertise with a degree in Commerce, Aimee, an entrepreneur from the outset, single-handedly funded the brand's growth from one product to over 300, securing its place as one of the UK and Ireland's fastest-growing beauty brands.

Despite starting the brand at the age of 24, Aimee's commitment and foresight have driven Sculpted by Aimee to unprecedented success. Entirely self-funded, the brand now boasts over 70 staff, 500 stockists in Ireland and the UK, including top Boots stores nationwide. A testament to its financial prowess, the company recorded a record-breaking year in 2022, achieving pre-tax profits of €3.03 million, a remarkable 103% increase from 2020.

Expanding globally, Sculpted by Aimee successfully launched in the Middle East in early 2023, further solidifying its international presence. Aimee's entrepreneurial spirit manifested in the opening of the brand's first London store on the iconic Carnaby Street in November 2023.

Beyond the business realm, Aimee has cultivated a robust online community, amassing over 250,000 followers across social media channels. Her exceptional achievements have garnered industry recognition, with accolades such as the EY Entrepreneur of the Year Award in 2021 and the Image PWC Businesswoman of the Year Award for Young Businesswoman of the Year in 2022. Additionally, Aimee received the Young Achiever Award at the CEW UK awards in 2022, solidifying her status as a leader and innovator in the beauty industry.