Economic Development

Advancing economic development is core to the Chamber’s mission of making Middle Tennessee a top destination to live, work, and grow. Powered by more than 2 million residents, 60,000 businesses, and a skilled workforce, our region stands out to businesses for its affordability, diversity, and collaborative spirit.

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Most Notable Events

The Chamber’s Economic Development team attended the Site Selector’s Guild’s Annual Conference in Orlando (March 12–15) and Fall Conference in Detroit (September 23–25). Both events provided networking with top site selection consultants, one-on-one meetings, and sessions on industry trends, including the future of automotive in economic development.
Through its Regional Partner Engagements, the Chamber hosted seminars, strategy sessions, and visits across all 10 counties to collaborate on strategic economic growth.

At South by Southwest (SXSW) in Austin, Texas, the ED team joined LaunchTN and state economic development partners as the Chamber co-hosted Tennessee House showcasing the state’s creativity and innovation.

Top Relocations & Expansions

Schneider Electric announced an $85 million investment in a new Mt. Juliet plant, creating 400 jobs. The company, which produces power distribution equipment for utilities, data centers, and heavy industry, more than doubled its 2024 job commitments in Wilson County with this project.
Founded in Murfreesboro in 1982 and acquired by Australia-based NIOA in 2023, Barrett Firearms is investing $80 million in a new 250,000-square-foot headquarters and manufacturing campus that will create 183 jobs. The facility will serve as Barrett’s global manufacturing hub and the U.S. headquarters for NIOA.
Aspen Guard, a Troax Group company, relocated manufacturing from Greater Chicago to Tennessee, investing $23 million and creating 120 jobs. Troax Group, based in Sweden since 1955, is a global leader in protective mesh panel solutions.
Advanex Americas, a global manufacturer of custom spring products, expanded its U.S. headquarters in White House, Tennessee, adding 60,000 square feet and creating 56 jobs. The company, founded in Tokyo in 1930, moved its U.S. headquarters from California in 2021.

Holley | Davidson

TruGreen | Williamson

Hayla Mobile | Wilson

Harrow Health, Inc. | Davidson

Gateway Packaging | Robertson

Schneider Electric | Wilson*

Petainer Manufacturing USA, Inc. | Wilson*

Topre | Rutherford*

Quanta Manufacturing | Rutherford*

Florim USA, Inc. | Montgomery*

State Industries | Williamson

Barrett Firearms Manufacturing, Inc. | Rutherford*

Nextracker | Davidson

Aspen Guard | Robertson*

Advanex Americas, INc. | Robertson*

Tate Ornamental, Inc. | Robertson

Member Spotlight Feature

McVantage Packaging

Like a tree with strong roots, McVantage Packaging thrives through community support, a testament to how the Chamber connects us to Nashville’s growth—visit mcvantage.com to see our journey.

As a third-generation, family-owned company with nearly 75 years of history, McVantage Packaging takes pride in providing high-quality wooden pallets, crates, industrial lumber, and recycling programs that turn wood waste into opportunity. From our locations in Tuscumbia, Nashville, and LaVergne, we draw on Middle Tennessee’s strategic location, talented workforce, and strong logistics network to fulfill our mission of delivering sustainable packaging solutions and reputation for quality and care. 

McVantage joined the Nashville Area Chamber of Commerce to be part of a thriving network of businesses and to deepen our commitment to sustainable growth in Middle Tennessee. Through the Chamber, we have built meaningful connections with local leaders and fellow members, sparking collaborations that expand to services, recycling efforts, and community presence. Initiatives like Partnership 2030 align with McVantage’s environmental and economic goals, inspiring contributions to regional prosperity. 

Looking ahead, we plan to take an even more active role in community-based sustainability committees to advocate for the industry and give back in ways that reflect its values. We note that the Chamber’s support and networking opportunities have played a key role in our company’s growth and community impact and value how these resources help strengthen connections across the region.