Inked Brands is moving full steam ahead in south-central Kentucky: the company announced a $10.7 million investment to relocate and expand its operations in Bowling Green, creating 20 new jobs in the region.
Inked Brands, a diversified consumer products company with a decade of operations in the commonwealth, chose Bowling Green and Warren County as the next growth stage of its business
The expansion means more square footage for production, enabling the firm to scale its product lines and meet rising demand.
For Bowling Green, this translates into added employment opportunities, an expanded tax base, and a strengthened reputation as a hub for business and innovation in south-central Kentucky
“Kentucky’s historic economic momentum … any time a local business expands here in the commonwealth, it is a testament to the quality of work they are doing,”
— Andy Beshear, Governor of Kentucky
The project will create 20 new full-time jobs in Bowling Green through this expansion, bringing Inked Brands’ statewide employment in Kentucky to over 70
Through the state’s business investment program, Inked Brands may receive up to $300,000 in tax incentives, contingent on meeting investment and job creation targets.
The average hourly wage is expected to be $26.93, including benefits
The company will occupy additional building space via developer Thrive Ventures, supporting both the immediate expansion and future growth
For Bowling Green and Warren County, this announcement underscores growing economic momentum, with more companies relocating and expanding in the region.
According to Governor Beshear’s office, over 1,200 private-sector new-location and expansion projects have been announced statewide during his term, representing 63,200 jobs
This expansion reinforces Bowling Green’s status as a destination for innovation-driven companies in manufacturing, tech, and consumer products. It also signals to local educators and workforce programs that new, stable job opportunities are emerging for regional talent.
For job-seekers, the news means new local openings with a growing employer. For economic development leaders, it enhances Bowling Green’s visibility and credibility as a destination for new investment.
As Inked Brands lays the groundwork for its new facility and begins hiring, locals should watch for recruitment updates, wage benchmarks, and build-out progress.
Beyond the immediate boost, this expansion could attract supplier and service companies, further strengthening the south-central Kentucky economy.
