Kim Hendren

President/CEO - CC Holdings, Inc.

Kim Hendren is the President and CEO of CC Holdings, Inc., a woman-owned restaurant group based in Indianapolis, Indiana. She has held this position since the company's founding in 1992, leading it for over 32 years. Under her leadership, CC Holdings has expanded from a single coffee bar to operate multiple restaurant brands, including Copper Moon World Cafés, Nature’s Table, and Au Bon Pain across 28 locations in the Indianapolis and Cincinnati areas.1 2 3

Professional Background

CC Holdings, Inc.: As President/CEO, Kim has overseen significant growth and diversification of the company’s offerings. The firm is recognized as a certified Disadvantaged Business Enterprise (DBE) and Woman-Owned Business Enterprise (WBE) in Indiana.2 3
Previous Experience: Kim's extensive background includes a senior role at Plasa Dairy, S.A. de C.V. in Mexico, where she was instrumental in expanding the company’s retail presence significantly before its sale to a Coca-Cola subsidiary.2 3

Education

Kim Hendren graduated from Indiana University Bloomington, where she earned her Bachelor of Science degree between 1982 and 1986.1 2

Community Involvement

Kim is actively involved in various organizations:

Member of the National Association of Women Business Owners (NAWBO).
Board member for the Cancer Support Community of Central Indiana.
Advisory Board member for The Chef’s Academy at Harrison College.2 3

Recognition

Throughout her career, Kim has received several accolades, including nominations for the NAWBO Woman Business Owner of the Year Award and recognition as one of the "Forty under 40" by the Indianapolis Business Journal in 2003.2 3

Her leadership reflects a commitment to business development and community engagement, positioning her as a significant figure in the Indianapolis business landscape.