1982
Belle Aire Fragrances was founded when three entrepreneurial men from Illinois brainstormed an idea for a business that would bring innovation and ingenuity to the diverse Midwest. Don Conover Sr. with his expertise in perfumery, along with two business-minded brothers, Richard and Charles David, embarked on a new era of fragrance creation when they broke ground on the company’s first headquarters only miles away from Chicago.
1986
Ordenone™ was released. Recognizing the need for innovative malodor abetment technology amid the rapid evolution of consumer lifestyles, Ordenone™ was Belle Aire Creations’ first odor elimination product. It was later rebranded to Total Malodor Management® and became one of the company’s biggest success stories.
1989
The company broke ground on its new corporate headquarters and manufacturing facilities in Mundelein, Illinois, while also securing land for future development.
1997
Belle Aire Creations continued its rapid growth, doubling its square footage.
2000
Continuing on its growth trajectory, Belle Aire Creations purchased yet another building in the same industrial park as its main headquarters and relocated the entire creative team to the new Creative Center.
2003
An important milestone was achieved when the company hired its 50th employee.
2008
The company established itself as an industry leader by becoming an IFRA National Association Member.
2010
Belle Aire Creations becomes global, expanding its manufacturing capacity into China.
2016
Belle Aire Fragrances rebranded and changed its name to Belle Aire Creations. This new name created an umbrella of expertise for the successful fragrance and flavor businesses, Total Malodor Management® and various other patented technologies.
2018
Belle Aire Creations expands its international borders by establishing manufacturing relationships in France, home to the city of Grasse, which has long been considered the birthplace of fragrance.
2020
The next generation continues to lead Belle Aire Creations with the appointments of Stacey David to Chief Executive Officer and Jeremy David to Executive Vice President. Belle Aire Creations Executive Team partners with Rock Island Capital to promote future growth strategies.
2021
The company purchased an additional building in Round Lake Park, Illinois, tripling its operations footprint. The company now has three times more pallet space to house inventory for partners and has shortened its lead times through enhanced logistics and increased shipping capacity. The new space will also allow for the seamless addition of new team members and future collaborative creations with partners.
2022
Belle Aire Creations announces the relocation of our global headquarters from Mundelein, IL to Libertyville, IL. Our newly founded Global Headquarters and Creative Center of Excellence will retain and attract top talent by supporting the current and future innovation strategies for the fragrance, flavor, and odor technology industries. The Creative Center of Excellence will make an impact in the Midwest as the first development of its kind in the industry. The opening of this 23,895 square foot building will support a growing team and allow for more comprehensive support for both domestic and international markets. This property will bring together several team members from the Executive Team, Marketing, Innovation, Perfumery, Evaluation and Regulatory. Our location in Libertyville is a substantial upgrade from our prior headquarters with an expansion on our Innovation Lab, Candle Lab, Flavor Lab and Compounding Lab, Sensory Rooms for the Home Décor and Personal Care Industries, Experiential Room which engages all five senses and a spacious Townhall Meeting Space with a designated Recreational Area for team members to engage their creativity in new ways.
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