Central States Beauty Supply Co. Inc. Expands

Central States Beauty Supply Co. Inc. will expand operations in Fort Wayne and add 10,800 square feet to its existing building. The company has 21 employees and it plans to add four full-time employees to its operational teams along with additional part-time educators.

“Increase in the recession-resistant beauty industry has called for additional space and employees,” says Robert Bruns, president of Central States Beauty Supply Co. Inc. “Expanding in Allen County allows us to fulfill all of these requirements and gives us the opportunity to stay local and serve the surrounding areas.”

The company has two locations, one in Fort Wayne and one in Evansville, Ind. The Fort Wayne location will invest $850,000.

Central States Beauty Supply Co. Inc. is a professional-only beauty supplier. It is a wholesale distributor serving Indiana, Michigan and Ohio for the last 67 years. The company is committed to providing professional beauty salons with innovative ideas and high-quality products through customer service in an environment that fosters trust and teamwork. All of its products are exclusive to licensed cosmetologist professionals and available to the public through professional beauty salons and day spas.

“I’m glad to see Central State Beauty Supply make this investment in Fort Wayne both to its facility and employment,” says Mayor Tom Henry. “New businesses are important to Fort Wayne, but it’s important to note that many of our new jobs come from the expansion of existing businesses like Central States. We work hard every day to create an environment where businesses can prosper, good jobs can grow and families can thrive.”