As encouragement to the investment in the community, the Kentucky Economic Development Finance Authority has initially approved up to $2.25 million in tax incentives through the Kentucky Business Investment program. Champion will also be eligible to receive job placement services, reduced-cost customized training as well as job training incentives through the Kentucky Skills Network.
Starting as a single manufacturing plant in Troy, Michigan in 1953, Champion now operates 28 manufacturing facilities throughout North America and Europe, employing over 4,200 people. MHProNews understands the company makes manufactured, modular and park model homes as well as modular buildings for the multi-family, hospitality, senior and workforce housing markets.
Benton’s Mayor Rita Dotson said, “I am pleased to welcome Champion Homes to Benton, Kentucky. We are all very excited to see new opportunity created for our citizens. Congratulations Champion Homes and welcome to our community.” ##
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