“Tennessee is leading the nation with one of the fastest growing economies thanks to central location, strong workforce and business-friendly climate. In the Volunteer State, we emphasize relationship building because we believe a company’s location decision is a long-term commitment. Global brands like LG, Jack Daniel’s, Bridgestone, and Phillips already call Tennessee home, and you should, too.”
— Stuart C. McWhorter, Commissioner, Tennessee Department of Economic & Community Development
Groundbreaking at LG Chem facility in Clarksville, Tennessee in November 2023 (Photo: Courtesy Tennessee Department of Economic and Community Development)
¹U.S. Census Bureau ²Bureau of Economic Analysis, U.S. Dept. of Commerce
TARGETED GROWTH SECTORS
Nuclear Research & Development: Home to Oak Ridge National Laboratory and bolstered by Orano USA’s recent announcement to locate a uranium enrichment facility in Oak Ridge, under the leadership of Governor Bill Lee and its General Assembly, strategic investments are being made to build out the state’s nuclear ecosystem and secure Tennessee’s position nationwide as a leader in clean and reliable energy.
Health Care & Life Sciences: Tennessee is home to more than 2,300 health care and life sciences companies that employ a workforce of nearly 33,000.
Automotive Innovation: Tennessee’s position as a leader in the automotive industry dates back decades, and today, it is one of three states nationwide that houses four major original equipment manufacturers: Ford, Volkswagen, Nissan, and General Motors.
TOP PROJECTS
COMPANY
LOCATION
JOBS
Avancez LLC
Stanton
501
Greenheck Fan Corporation
Knoxv
440
Schneider Electric USA
Mount Juliet
355
Orano USA
Oak Ridge
300
Protomet Corporation
Rockwood
250
FEATURED LOCATIONS
Wilson County is strategically located in the center of thriving Middle Tennessee with access to three interstates, rail and an international airport. Wilson County truly has something of interest for everyone. From Cumberland University to major corporate headquarters and state parks to modern suburbs, the county offers opportunity and prosperity.
CERTIFIED SITES PROGRAM
The Select Tennessee Certified Sites Program was developed as a process aimed at elevating sites to the level of preparedness necessary for corporate investment. The grant program markets the sites to a targeted group of site selection consultants and business leaders in Tennessee’s key industry clusters.
TOP BUSINESS FACILITIES RANKINGS
#1 Food Processing
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Top 5 Automotive
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Top 5 Best Business Climate
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Top 5 EV Investment
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Top 10 Customized Workforce Training
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Top 15 Outdoor Recreation
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#1 Logistics Leaders: Memphis
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Top 5 Best Business Climate (Large): Nashville/Davidson/Murfreesboro/Franklin
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Top 5 FTZ Activity (Exports): Nashville
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Top 10 Corporate Headquarters: Nashville/Davidson/Murfreesboro
Also with notable programs and successes, Arizona, Florida, Georgia, Indiana, Michigan, Nevada, North Carolina, Ohio, South Carolina, Tennessee, Texas, and Utah are 2024 Top Contenders.
