Strengthening Abilene’s Entrepreneurial Spirit
- $2.5 Million Investment by Chike Nutrition
- High-Capacity Manufacturing Facility Repurposed Along I-20
- 46 New Full-Time Jobs Created
- 23 Full-Time Jobs Retained
Locally Grown. Nationally Known.
Chike Nutrition, born in the homes of local entrepreneurs, transformed a vacant facility along Interstate 20 into a state-of-the-art manufacturing hub. With a $2.5 million capital investment and the support of the Development Corporation of Abilene (DCOA), Chike scaled it’s operations to meet national demand for their protein-packed products.
“This expansion is more than growth — it’s a testament to Abilene’s support for homegrown businesses that dream big, invest locally, and deliver globally.”
Empowering Innovation from the Ground Up
With deep roots in Abilene, Chike Nutrition embodies the spirit of entrepreneurial determination. Supported by the DCOA, Chike expanded from a modest operation into a high-capacity manufacturing powerhouse, contributing to the city’s economic growth and showcasing Abilene’s role in food and beverage industry.
About the Development Corporation of Abilene
The DCOA is the economic development driver of Abilene with the mission to build the future Abilene by attracting and sustaining industries that support job creation and community prosperity. Learn more at www.DevelopAbileneTX.com or follow @DevelopAbilene
About Chike Nutrition
Founded in Abilene, Texas, Chike Nutrition produces high-quality protein products that support healthy lifestyles and active living. With a commitment to innovation and quality, Chike’s products are now found in households and retailers across the nation.
About Abilene
Located in Taylor County along I-20, Abilene, Texas, is home to over 126,000 residents and a labor shed of more than 140,000, making it a strategic and growing hub for logistics and industry.
