SOUTH BEND, Ind. – rScan, a technology company that empowers individuals to start their own resale businesses by providing sustainable solutions for product returns, today announced the expansion of its headquarters in South Bend. The expansion will create 152 new positions in Indiana over the next four years, further strengthening the company’s commitment to innovation and growth and making a powerful economic impact on the community.

rScan, which currently has about10 employees, will grow its current 15,000 square-feet operation on St. Louis Boulevard in South Bend. The company will also reinvest conditional state incentives of up to $1.2 million to hire and train new employees, as well as make infrastructure improvements and invest in research and development (R&D) to enhance its technology platform and drive innovation in sustainability for reselling returned products.

“This investment will help us reduce waste, improve environmental impact, and contribute to the economic growth of South Bend,” said rScan CEO Rod Baradaran.

Sikich helped with the expansion project and conducted a comprehensive, multi-state search for new property for rScan, said Jenny Massey, Sikich’s director of site selection and incentives.

“We had already spent dozens of hours looking for appropriate space in and outside of Indiana,” Massey said. “rScan was able to leverage its current location to maximize its growth potential, ultimately saving significant resources.”

Massey said state incentives also played a critical role in the decision. Based on the company’s plans to create up to 152 jobs by the end of 2028, the Indiana Economic Development Corporation (IEDC) committed an investment in rScan of up to $1,200,000 in the form of incentive-based tax credits.

“The refundable tax credits will help offset tax liabilities, allowing the company to maximize resources, ensure long-term growth in Indiana, and provide value to investors, owners, and employees,” Massey said.

Baradaran said he was not looking forward to leaving South Bend but felt he had to consider other options to find the most affordable and best deal for his company’s longevity.

“We are so happy to stay and deepen our roots in South Bend,” he said. “This growth reflects the confidence we have in our business model and the support we’ve received from the local community. Indiana has proven to be a wonderful home for our company, and we are excited to continue growing in this thriving business environment.”

South Bend Mayor James Mueller welcomed the expansion news.

"South Bend is full of opportunities and a great place to for business to grow,” Mueller said. “I appreciate rScan’s decision to stay in our city, another strong endorsement of our community and our talented workforce and look forward to their continued growth and success."

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About rScan: rScan is transforming the way businesses handle returned products and helping individuals launch and grow their own resale businesses by offering innovative, sustainable solutions for managing product returns. Founded with the mission to reduce waste and create economic opportunities, rScan provides the tools and support needed for entrepreneurs to succeed in the resale market by leveraging cutting-edge technology and environmental responsibility. Learn more at https://rscan.com/ .

Media Contact: Rod Baradaran at rod@rscan.com or (317)-210-0607.