Global confectioner to expand its manufacturing plant and distribution center in Covington, Tennessee
Tennessee Gov. Bill Lee, Department of Economic and Community Development Commissioner Stuart C. McWhorter and Charms LLC officials announced the company will expand operations at its Covington location.
As part of the expansion, Charms will invest $97.7 million and create 62 new jobs to expand its manufacturing plant and distribution center.
Charms, established in 1912, is the manufacturer of Blow Pops™ and has been manufacturing candy in Covington since 1973. The company was acquired by Tootsie Roll Industries in 1988. Upon completion of the project, Charms will employ nearly 500 people in Tipton County.
Since 2020, TNECD has supported 58 economic development projects in the Greater Memphis Region, resulting in nearly 7,500 job commitments and approximately $1.6 billion in capital investments.
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“Our state is defined by well-known brands like Charms that call Tennessee home, and I am grateful to take part in announcing another expansion for Charms and Tootsie Roll Industries. These new jobs will greatly impact the Tennesseans across Tipton County for years to come.” – Gov. Bill Lee
“We are very excited about the opportunity to grow our presence in the town of Covington. We are extremely proud to be a part of this community and are looking forward to future growth together. This plant addition will enable us to expand our manufacturing operations and help us to better serve our customers.” – Charms Plant Manager HT Davis
“I am so pleased that Charms has decided to expand their historic facility here in Covington. For over 50 years this iconic company has been a part of the fabric of Tipton County, and the fact that they continue to thrive and grow after all these years is a testament to the quality of the company and our community.” – Tipton County Mayor Jeff Huffman
“TVA and Covington Electric System congratulate Charms on its decision to expand operations in Tipton County. It’s always an exciting day when we can celebrate a company’s continued commitment to job creation and investment in the region. We are proud to partner with Tipton County Community Development and the Tennessee Department of Economic and Community Development to support companies like Charms and look forward to its continued business success in the Valley.” – John Bradley, TVA senior vice president of economic development
About the Tennessee Department of Economic and Community Development
The Tennessee Department of Economic and Community Development’s mission is to develop strategies that help make Tennessee the No. 1 location in the Southeast for high quality jobs. To grow and strengthen Tennessee, the department seeks to attract new corporate investment to the state and works with Tennessee companies to facilitate expansion and economic growth.
TNECD Media Contact:
Chris O’Brien
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(615) 934-5879
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