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The TN Dept. of Economic and Community Development helps attract new investment and expansions to make TN the #1 place in the Southeast for high quality jobs.
Congratulations and thank you to @SenatorHagerty and all those involved for helping get this legislation over the finish line. This is a great example of innovation and forward-thinking in our country, and I can’t wait to see what the future holds for the digital currency…
.@POTUS just signed my bill—the GENIUS Act—into law. Proud to be there for this historic moment. This is the first crypto legislation ever signed into law in the United States. A major win for American innovation, leadership, and the future. 🇺🇸
Tennessee is leading the nation to secure America’s energy dominance. I was proud to visit @Orano_usa’s headquarters and look forward to their continued investment in the Volunteer State, which will create greater opportunity for Tennessee families to thrive.
VIDEO: See Tennessee @GovBillLee and Tennessee Economic Development leaders explore Orano's operating uranium enrichment facility in France — which is our reference site for the American facility Orano is developing in Oak Ridge, Tenn., as part of #ProjectIkeEnrichment.…
Business is on the rise in Fayette County! @Silver_Hills, part of the Vibrant Health Products family, has selected Tennessee for its first U.S. manufacturing facility. The company will invest $48.5 million and create nearly 400 new jobs in Rossville. This health-focused bakery…
Master Machine is expanding in Hamilton County with a nearly $12 million investment, creating 44 new jobs and becoming the latest recipient of TNECD's Nuclear Energy Fund. This homegrown company reinforces our state's leadership in advanced manufacturing and nuclear innovation.…
We're honored @ENERGY chose the Oak Ridge Reservation as one of its four potential sites for private sector Al data center and energy infrastructure development. This is a huge win for Tennessee and continues to build on our outstanding nuclear energy ecosystem in Oak Ridge, as…
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Throwback to last week’s groundbreaking in White House, Tennessee. 🎉 @AdvanexAmericas is expanding in Robertson County, bringing new growth and global reach to our own backyard. Bill Vogel, Robertson County Mayor, said it best: “Tennessee is a place where businesses can grow,…
We're excited for the Tennessee Nuclear Network's efforts in advancing nuclear workforce initiatives across our state!
ETEC is excited to share that yesterday, @BillLeeTN designated our Nuclear Working Group as the TN Nuclear Network (TN-squared), the state’s official partnership aimed at advancing nuclear innovation, workforce development, & economic growth across TN. eteconline.org/nuclear-indust….
TNECD announced more than $6 million in Site Development Grants to help six communities prepare industrial sites for future business investments. Since 2016, this program has supported nearly 200 sites, bringing new projects and thousands of jobs to Tennessee communities across…
🚨 Big news for innovation in Tennessee! Nathan Buttrey has been appointed senior advisor to @CommishTNECD to lead the department's Office of Innovation. Backed by @GovBillLee’s historic $63M investment in innovation, Buttrey will help position Tennessee as a place where…
Did you know that since @GovBillLee took office in 2019, nearly 40% of all capital invested in TN has come from foreign-based companies? From LG Chem and @kewpieusa to @HankookTireUSA, global brands are choosing TN to fuel their growth, drive innovation and strengthen…
TN's sales tax holiday is right around the corner. 👀 From July 25–27, shoppers can enjoy tax-free savings on clothing, school supplies and computers, just in time for back-to-school season. Take advantage of this annual opportunity to support local businesses and save on…
From the first time I met Lynsi and her team, we both knew @inandout would thrive in the Volunteer State. I look forward to many years of continued prosperity for Lynsi and her family as they create greater opportunity for Tennesseans to thrive.
In-n-Out President Lynsi Snyder reveals for the first time that she and her family are LEAVING California for Tennessee. “Raising a family is not easy here,” she told me. “Doing business is not easy here.” After 77 years, In-n-Out HQ will say goodbye to its home state and set…
We recently spent the day in Lawrence County visiting businesses that have each served their communities for 100+ years. 🎉 H. B. Brink & Company Inc., Parkes Lumber Company, @LorettoTelecom and Augustin Lumber Company are incredible examples of TN's legacy of resilience,…
.@CommishTNECD helped celebrate @AdvanexAmericas' expansion groundbreaking today in White House, TN, a project bringing $11.4M in investment and 56 new jobs to the region. Expansions like this do more than grow a single company — they create a ripple effect across the state by…
Home to @MTSU—the largest undergraduate university in the state—Murfreesboro is one of the fastest-growing cities in the U.S. 🙌 With a thriving economy and strategic location, it continues to be a key player in Tennessee’s economic success. Learn more: tnecd.com/news/community…
In 2024, TN was ranked #1 in the U.S. for Overall Cost of Doing Business by Area Development. As we head into Q3 with nearly 3.4K new jobs & $1.6B in capital investment secured so far this year, it’s clear that businesses agree—TN is the best state to do business. 👏 #TNTuesday
Two of TNECD's own—Brooxie Carlton and Greg Lowe—joined the RuralStrong podcast with veteran economic developer Joe Barker to talk rural development in TN. 🎙 In Episode 5, Carlton discussed the state’s focus on rural communities and programs moving counties off the distressed…
.@UltiumCells is charging up in Tennessee! New upgrades + investment = bigger, better Spring Hill operations. The continued commitment builds on our state's strong ties with @GM & @LG_ensol. – @commishtnecd ultiumcell.com/newsroom/News/…
.@CommishTNECD’s anniversary isn’t even over yet, and Tennessee’s capital investment under his leadership has already climbed past $20 billion. With a few hours left in the day… who knows what else we'll accomplish? 👀
Today marks three years since @CommishTNECD stepped into his role — and what a difference his leadership has made. During his tenure, TNECD has secured 250 projects, resulting in nearly 34,000 new jobs and $19.5 billion in capital investment from companies choosing to grow and…