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Bringing global haircare authority closer to the chair, the partnership marks a renewed investment in New England's salons and stylists.

Tyler, Lauren and Kerry Sullivan stand ready to bring KEVIN.MURPHY into their network of New England salons.
Credit: KEVIN.MURPY
KEVIN.MURPHY announces a new strategic distribution partnership with Sullivan Beauty, strengthening the brand's professional salon presence across New England and marking a focused next step in its North American growth.
The partnership brings together KEVIN.MURPHY's global reputation for fashion-led, performance-driven haircare, with Sullivan Beauty's deep regional expertise and long-standing relationships within the professional beauty industry. With more than 80 years of experience supporting salons and stylists, Sullivan Beauty offers a strong foundation of high-touch service, education, digital capability, and local market knowledge.
Together, the two companies will work to build a more connected, service-led presence for KEVIN.MURPHY across the region, with a focus on supporting existing salon partners, strengthening relationships across the professional community, and creating new opportunities for education, inspiration, and long-term growth.
For KEVIN.MURPHY, the partnership reflects a continued investment in the salon professional. As the brand expands its presence across North America, regional partnerships remain essential to ensuring salons have access not only to products but to the education, service, and support that help build sustainable business success.

Rocky Rumpel, general manager North America for KEVIN.MURPHY.
Credit: KEVIN.MURPHY
Sullivan Beauty's established infrastructure, experienced consultant network expanding store presence, and digital engagement capability will allow KEVIN.MURPHY to work more closely with salons and stylists throughout New England, creating a stronger bridge between the brand and the professionals who bring it to life behind the chair.
"Partnerships like this are about more than distribution. They are about connections, education, and community," says Rocky Rumpel, KEVIN.MURPHY's general manager for North America. "We are excited to work alongside Sullivan Beauty to bring KEVIN.MURPHY closer to the salon community in New England, while supporting creativity, service, and long-term growth."
Kerry, Lauren, and Tyler Sullivan, executive directors of Sullivan Beauty, add: "We are proud to partner with KEVIN.MURPHY and bring our experience, relationships, and growth mindset to the brand. Our focus is on building meaningful connections with salons and delivering the support and service they deserve."
At the center of the partnership is a shared belief in the value of the professional salon community. KEVIN.MURPHY and Sullivan Beauty will work together to ensure a seamless transition for existing salon partners, while re-engaging the wider New England market through education, elevated service, and community-led experiences.
The collaboration is designed to strengthen the brand's regional foundation, deepen salon relationships, and support sustainable growth for both KEVIN.MURPHY and its professional partners. By combining global brand vision with local market expertise, the partnership positions KEVIN.MURPHY for a more connected and future-facing presence in New England.
About KEVIN.MURPHY: KEVIN.MURPHY is a professional haircare brand powered by runway performance, editorial craft, and skincare science. Offering a fashion-focused range of professional haircare, styling, and hair color products inspired by the world of session styling. With a global community of stylists at its core, the brand delivers high-performance products and transformative, sensorial experiences designed to look and feel exceptional. KEVIN.MURPHY is committed to sharing cutting-edge style through modern technology — straight from the runway to the salon floor. Using session secrets from around the world, the KEVIN.MURPHY product line gives stylists and consumers the tools they need to create full, modern transformations in the salon and at home. For more information gegarding the new distribution, products and overall KEVIN.MURPHY, please reach out to pr@kevinmurphy.com.au
About Sullivan Beauty: Sullivan Beauty is a family-owned wholesale distributor serving beauty and barber professionals across New England, including Massachusetts, Connecticut, Rhode Island, New Hampshire, Vermont, and Maine. Founded on the legacy of C.B. Sullivan Company, which began in 1945 as a New England barber supplier, Sullivan Beauty has grown through generations of family leadership while remaining rooted in service, relationships, and support for the professional community. Today, Sullivan Beauty provides professional beauty products, business consultation, education, and customized support designed to help salons, stylists, and barbers grow. With a curated portfolio of professional-exclusive brands, a strong consultant network, online and in-store access, and education-led programming, Sullivan Beauty combines heritage with a modern approach to distribution. Guided by the belief that "your success is our success," the company continues to champion beauty professionals through trusted service, smart technology, and a commitment to long-term client success. For more information about distribution and becoming a KEVIN.MURPHY salon, please check out Sullivan Beauty Customer Care at 844-799-0811.

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