- Logistics data company to invest $2 million in expansion, create nearly 50 new jobs in Williamson County
NASHVILLE, Tenn. – Tennessee Gov. Bill Lee, Department of Economic and Community Development Commissioner Stuart C. McWhorter and FreightWise, LLC officials announced today the company will expand operations at its headquarters in Brentwood, Tennessee.
FreightWise will create 48 new jobs and invest $2 million in Williamson County.
The Centerview Drive location will position FreightWise to expand its customer acquisitions as well as broaden its research and development capabilities.
Founded in Brentwood, Tennessee, in 2015, FreightWise, LLC is a logistics data company that serves its customers with end-to-end transportation management. Through the project, FreightWise will employ nearly 200 people worldwide, with approximately 100 employees in Tennessee.
Since 2019, TNECD has supported nearly 25 economic development projects in Williamson County, resulting in approximately 4,100 job commitments and $269 million in capital investment.
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“I am proud that FreightWise will continue to call Tennessee home. We thank them for their commitment to create nearly 50 new jobs for the highly skilled workforce in Brentwood and Williamson County, which will allow more Tennesseans the ability to live and work in the same region.” – Gov. Bill Lee
“Brentwood is centrally located and in close proximity to Nashville, making it the ideal location to support this expansion. The talent pipeline in the Greater Nashville region is highly qualified and ready for these new positions, and we look forward to seeing FreightWise’s success in the logistics data industry in the years to come.” – TNECD Commissioner Stuart C. McWhorter
“We appreciate the business-friendly environment in Tennessee, which facilitates the easy growth of emerging and medium-sized enterprises like ours. Everyone fortunate to be anchored here greatly values the leadership’s devotion to fortifying local businesses.” – Chris Cochran, CEO, FreightWise
“TVA and Nashville Electric Service congratulate FreightWise on its decision to expand operations in Williamson County. It’s always an exciting day when we can celebrate a company’s commitment to continued growth in our region. We are proud to partner with Williamson Inc. and the Tennessee Department of Economic and Community Development to support companies creating jobs and investment in the area and we celebrate this announcement together.” – John Bradley, TVA senior vice president of economic development
“We congratulate FreightWise on their expansion that will create new, quality job opportunities in our community. We appreciate their partnership over the years and wish them continued success.” – Sen. Jack Johnson (R-Franklin)
“It is always exciting when an existing business is successful and grows in our community. This expansion by FreightWise will further strengthen the local economy with the additional jobs that will be created. I appreciate the company’s continued investment and commitment to Brentwood and Williamson County.” – Rep. Gino Bulso (R-Brentwood)
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