The expansion will create 44 new high-wage jobs in growing Lakeshore region food processing industry.
HOLLAND, Mich. (July 29, 2025)—Hudsonville Ice Cream, a nearly century-old leader in the ice cream production industry, announced plans to expand operations at its Holland, Michigan headquarters. The company will invest more than $40 million in capital improvements and create more than 40 new high-wage jobs to meet new customer demands.
The expansion will include renovations to the company’s existing production space, including converting an existing ice cream packaging line into a novelty product production line. The project also includes mechanical, plumbing, and electrical upgrades and the purchase of new machinery and equipment.
“Hudsonville Ice Cream is excited to announce the addition of a new production line at our facility in Holland, Michigan,” said Tina Floyd, CEO of Hudsonville Ice Cream. “This expansion provides our company with the opportunity to bring new jobs to the area and support continued growth in our community. We have proudly called the West Michigan region home for almost 100 years and are looking forward to the additional opportunities this new production line will create for our team, our partners, and our region.”
Lakeshore Advantage, the economic development organization that supports business growth in Ottawa and Allegan Counties, aided the company in navigating local resources for the expansion.
“The agribusiness sector is a vital part of our region’s economy, and Hudsonville Ice Cream is a standout example of how legacy companies continue to innovate and grow here,” remarked Jennifer Owens, president of Lakeshore Advantage. “With roots in our region for nearly a century, and a decade of remarkable growth, this company’s continued investment underscores their commitment to this region. Their expansion reinforces the West Michigan Lakeshore as a place where businesses can scale and succeed for the long term.”
Hudsonville Ice Cream joins a strong network of food processing and agribusiness companies that are proud to call West Michigan’s Lakeshore region home. The City of Holland is expected to support the company’s expansion in the form of a 12-year tax abatement, contingent upon city council approval.
“Hudsonville Ice Cream’s investment in Holland will strengthen our local economy and quality of life,” said Keith Van Beek, city manager for the City of Holland. “Their decision to continue to invest in their Holland headquarters confirms what we already know—Holland is a great place to grow a business. The creation of more high-wage jobs for Holland and surrounding area residents, and the capital investment spurred by this project is a major win for our local economy. We’re proud that Hudsonville Ice Cream continues to choose Holland as the place to grow their business and build their future.”
Founded in 1926 and headquartered in Holland, Hudsonville Ice Cream produces its own brand and manufactures ice cream products for regional, national, and global partners. With prior support from local and state resources, the company has scaled significantly—growing from 30 employees in 2016 to 258 today.
