Martin Naughton: Builder of Glen Dimplex and Irish Philanthropy | Dublin News

Martin Naughton, the visionary behind Glen Dimplex’s global rise, has died at 87 — leaving behind a legacy of innovation, philanthropy, and Irish pride. Starting with a 1973 acquisition, he and partner Lochlann Quinn turned a regional appliance firm into a worldwide powerhouse, proving Ireland could lead in manufacturing. Even after stepping back in 2016, Naughton’s impact soared through his Naughton Foundation, where he personally invested millions into education, arts, and cross-border unity — most notably funding cutting-edge science facilities at Trinity College. His life was a blueprint for purpose-driven success. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/f9dab486aac86e55