Center Industries

04/24/2026

We are honored to be affiliated with CPRF and extremely proud of the impacts they made in 2025.

Our 2025 Annual Report is live, reflecting on our work and the Kansans at the heart of it.

See the impact here: https://buff.ly/u8n3FVN

04/02/2026

Honored. Grateful. United. 🤝

We were thrilled to be recognized by United Way of the Plains with this award! We believe in the "caring power of our community." This recognition reflects our commitment to being part of the mission to build a better future for everyone in our community.

03/25/2026

🚀 Big things are happening in our shop! We’ve just installed a brand‑new CNC machine, bringing high‑speed machining capabilities that will quadruple our production compared to our previous setup.

This upgrade isn’t just about speed — it’s about delivering even better precision, consistency, and turnaround times for our customers. Exciting times ahead as we continue to grow and push what’s possible in our facility.

03/18/2026

🍀We are feeling so lucky to have such wonderful staff here at CIC! Celebrating St. Patrick's Day with an employee appreciation breakfast.🍀

03/15/2026

We were honored to welcome participants from the Transition to Independence, Employment, and Success (T.I.E.S.) program for a tour of our facility.

T.I.E.S. is a post–high school initiative supporting young adults with special needs (ages 18–21) as they build vocational skills, financial literacy, and independent living skills.

It was a privilege to share what we do and assist in their career exploration. We’re grateful for the opportunity to support programs that empower the next generation of individuals with disabilities.

03/13/2026

🎉 Celebrating 20 Years of Chris! 🎉

Today we’re excited to honor Chris for an incredible 20 years of dedication, talent, and all‑around excellence in our DLP department.

Over the years, he’s mastered countless roles within DLP—always stepping in wherever he’s needed and doing it with skill, reliability, and a great attitude. His versatility has become one of the department’s biggest strengths.

And of course… we can’t celebrate Chris without mentioning his legendary dress‑up day costumes. Whether it’s a holiday theme or spirit week challenge, Chris always shows up in full character and steals the show.

Thank you, Chris, for two decades of hard work!

01/23/2026

Celebrating Our Team's Milestone Anniversaries!

Last month, we had the joy of honoring several incredible team members during our annual awards program. These photos capture just a few of the amazing individuals who celebrated significant work anniversaries — each one representing years of dedication, growth, and impact.

We’re grateful for their commitment and the energy they bring to our organization every day. Please join us in congratulating and celebrating their achievements!

01/07/2026

🎉WINNER ANNOUNCEMENT🎉

Our founder Jack Jonas dedicated his life’s work to serving and advocating for an underrepresented population. Creating an organization based around the principle that everyone, regardless of their physical abilities, has the right to an education, a career, and independence. In honor of Jack’s legacy and spirit, the Jack Jonas Spirit Award was established to recognize employees who have shown dedication to the mission and truly have a heart for those we serve.

The CIC 2025 Jack Jonas Spirit Award winner is… Leo Galvan. Leo received an incredible eight nominations from his coworkers. That alone speaks volumes. But what stood out even more was the language used in those nominations. The word “help” appeared a staggering ten times. That tells us something important: Leo isn’t just present at work—he is present for people.

One colleague described Leo as someone who constantly goes above and beyond for anyone. Another wrote that Leo does anything that is asked of him—even if it isn’t technically his job. Time and again, he has been described as kind, selfless, and an all-around good guy here at work and helping his coworkers outside of work too.

Recently, Leo has taken on die repairs in the Fabrication Shop and has been assisting with press set-ups. He not only helps troubleshoot problems but also shares his knowledge openly, teaching others along the way. This willingness to mentor and collaborate has paved the road for greater efficiencies within the department and is leading to major cost savings for the company.

Leo reminds us that the true measure of success isn’t just in tasks completed or goals achieved, but in the impact, we have on those around us. He shows us that leadership is not about titles—it’s about service, generosity, and being the person others can count on. And through it all, Leo remains incredibly humble.

Thank you and Congratulations, Leo!

11/13/2025

We are excited to celebrate our team's completion of their in-house training program through WSU Tech! Their commitment to continuous learning and developing new skills helps us serve our customers better every day. We can't wait to see how they apply this new knowledge.

11/12/2025

🎉 We Did It Together! 🎉

Our United Way Campaign was a huge success — thanks to the incredible generosity and spirit of our team, we raised over $17,000 to support our community! 💙

From a lively Spirit Theme Week to the unforgettable Dunk Tank challenge, everyone came together with energy, laughter, and heart. These moments weren’t just fun — they showed the power of teamwork and giving back.

👏 A big thank you to everyone who participated, donated, and cheered us on. Your support makes a real difference in the lives of those who need it most.

Let’s keep the momentum going and continue to show what we can achieve when we unite for a cause! 💪✨

08/28/2025

🎉 We’re 50! 🎉 This week, Center Industries hits a major milestone—50 years of building, growing, and making a difference right here in Wichita.

Our incredible team, our loyal partners, and our supportive community have helped shape every step of this journey. Whether you’ve been with us for decades or just joined the ride, thank you for being part of our story.

We’re proud of where we’ve been—and even more excited about what’s ahead. Here’s to the next chapter, the next challenge, and the next celebration.

—With gratitude, The Management Team at Center Industries