Family Express’ 50th Anniversary
Company News • October 9, 2025
Valparaiso, Indiana — Family Express, Indiana’s locally owned and operated convenience store chain, has officially begun celebrating its 50th Anniversary marking half a century of community connection, innovation, and what many describe as “Disney-like magic.”
The milestone was launched at the company’s Annual Family Festival, a signature event bringing together more than 2,300 team members and their families. The celebration concluded with a spectacular drone show illuminating the night sky with Family Express’ signature brands like JAVAWAVE, Cravin’s Pizza, and Square Donuts, alongside congratulatory messages commemorating five decades of growth and service.
“As we celebrate our 50th year, we’re focused not only on our past, but on building the next 50,” said Alex Olympidis, President of Operations. “Our newest stores are designed to enhance the guest experience, developed on spacious 3-4 acre sites, each featuring an expanded Food Service Court, state-of-the-art Car Washes, and, in many cases, our signature Pet Washes that our guests have come to love.”
The Company’s 50th anniversary coincides with a $100 million NTI development plan, which includes a strategic rollout of new stores across Indiana. The next several months will see a “flurry” of grand openings, each a showcase of Family Express’ continued commitment to innovation, hospitality, and local investment.
For half a century, Family Express has distinguished itself through its vertically integrated logistics, proprietary brands, and a culture built on personal connection, where every customer is welcomed and every store feels like home.