Hebron facility becomes company’s largest warehouse operation
FRANKFORT, Ky. (Dec. 18, 2025) — Gov. Andy Beshear announced continued momentum within Kentucky’s distribution and logistics sector as Stord Inc. revealed plans to expand its existing operations in Hebron. The more-than-$40 million investment will be made over the next several years, creating more than 500 well-paying jobs and establishing a new warehouse location in Boone County.
“Companies like Stord continue to choose Kentucky for growth, creating hundreds of new jobs and reinforcing our state’s position as a logistics and distribution leader,” said Gov. Beshear. “This investment brings more than 500 new opportunities for Kentuckians and reflects the strength of our workforce, infrastructure and business climate. I want to thank Stord’s leadership for their confidence in the commonwealth and congratulate Boone County on this exciting announcement.”
Founded in 2015 by Sean Henry and Jacob Boudreau, Stord is redefining the consumer experience through high-volume fulfillment services and AI-powered e-commerce technologies. The company operates a global network of fulfillment centers and employs more than 1,300 people worldwide. By integrating proprietary technology with physical fulfillment operations, Stord reduces order processing times, shortens average transit by two days, enhances the unboxing experience and delivers significant economies of scale for brands.
Stord’s existing 520,000-square-foot fulfillment center in Hebron is already the company’s largest facility, employing more than 600 people and processing millions of orders annually. Collectively, Stord supports more than $10 billion in gross merchandise value (GMV) for its customers. Following its initial investment in the region, the Boone County operation recorded 105% year-over-year order growth during the Black Friday/Cyber Monday period. The company serves leading direct-to-consumer brands including True Classic, Super Coffee, Seed, Native and others.
“We are already deeply invested in Kentucky and are excited to continue growing in this exceptional state,” said Sean Henry, CEO and co-founder of Stord. “Kentucky is critical to our ability to provide one- to two-day delivery across the U.S., helping brands deliver Prime-like experiences with greater visibility and control. This expansion strengthens our ability to serve customers today while building capacity for future growth.”
The expansion includes a new 525,000-square-foot Class A warehouse facility, along with an additional 8,772 square feet of second-floor space designed for future expansion. The investment will support new automation systems, advanced racking infrastructure and the deployment of Stord’s proprietary AI-enabled technologies.
As part of the project, Stord will create more than 500 new jobs, ranging from entry-level positions to senior leadership roles overseeing modern fulfillment center operations. These positions will be part of the company’s “Growing at Stord” initiative, which emphasizes career advancement, internal promotions and long-term workforce development. The expansion follows Stord’s recent $200 million funding round and its acquisition of Ware2Go from UPS.
Boone County Judge/Executive Gary Moore welcomed the announcement, noting the impact on the regional economy: “Stord provides national brands with the advanced tools needed to deliver products efficiently both online and in stores, while also supporting value-added services such as kit assembly and embroidery. We are excited to welcome more than 500 new good-paying jobs to Northern Kentucky.”
BE NKY Growth Partnership President and CEO Lee Crume emphasized the competitiveness of the project: “Stord’s decision to expand in Northern Kentucky followed a competitive site selection process. Their significant capital investment and decision to more than double their presence in Boone County speaks to our strategic location and highly skilled workforce.”
For more information about Stord, visit www.stord.com.
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