Starbucks Selects Tennessee for Southeast Corporate Office
Tennessee Department of Economic and Community Development • • business
Key Points:
- Starbucks will invest $100 million to establish a Southeast corporate office in Nashville, Tennessee, as part of its North America growth strategy.
- The new office is expected to create up to 2,000 jobs over the next several years, supporting corporate operations and regional coffeehouse expansion.
- The Nashville location aims to leverage the city's diverse talent pool and strategic proximity to Starbucks' growing coffeehouse network in the Southeast.
- Tennessee officials, including Gov. Bill Lee and Deputy Gov. Stuart C. McWhorter, emphasized the state's strong business climate and workforce as key factors in attracting Starbucks' investment.
- Local leaders and economic development organizations highlighted the project as a significant boost to Nashville's economy, offering high-quality job opportunities and reinforcing the city's reputation as a hub for major employers.
