- Corrugated box manufacturer to locate in Lebanon, invest roughly $3 million
NASHVILLE Tenn. – Tennessee Gov. Bill Lee, Department of Economic and Community Development Commissioner Bob Rolfe and Nashville Box, LLC officials announced today the startup company will invest $3.3 million to establish new operations in Wilson County.
The corrugated box manufacturer will create 48 new jobs in Lebanon.
Nashville Box will be utilizing an integrated business and manufacturing approach to service businesses with high volume corrugated packaging needs at both a regional and national level.
In recent years, the growth of e-commerce and the Tennessee economy have taken corrugated packaging demand to a generational high, in turn, creating a surplus in demand. By locating operations just outside of Nashville in Lebanon, Nashville Box will have a strategic advantage to service both Tennessee’s business growth and many major markets within a day’s drive of Nashville.
In the last five years, TNECD has supported 14 economic development projects in Wilson County resulting in 4,700 job commitments and roughly $967 million in capital investment.
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“Tennessee’s geographic location is a major advantage when it comes to connecting to customers and suppliers quickly. Nashville Box’s decision to locate in Lebanon will help the company serve its regional market, while creating nearly 50 new jobs in Wilson County. I thank the company for choosing our state and look forward to seeing its success in Tennessee.” – Gov. Bill Lee
“With companies investing more than $12 billion in our state since 2016, the manufacturing industry is essential to Tennessee. We are proud to partner with Nashville Box as the company locates its first manufacturing operations in Lebanon, which will serve as a driving force behind one of our largest sectors.” – TNECD Commissioner Bob Rolfe
“The Nashville Box team is thrilled to put roots down in the Nashville area in Lebanon. Like most B2B manufacturing companies we thrive on the health of our given business environment. The healthy, fast-growing business climate that Governor Lee and Commissioner Rolfe are creating in Tennessee is a driver for Nashville Box to immediately thrive. This provides a secure and exciting start for our 48 plus team members and their families.” – Scott Lawrence, president and CEO, Nashville Box, LLC
“TVA and Middle Tennessee Electric congratulate Nashville Box, LLC on its decision to locate operations in Wilson County. Helping to attract and retain job opportunities and investment in the Valley is fundamental to TVA’s mission of service. We are proud to partner with the Joint Economic and Community Development Board of Wilson County and Tennessee Department of Economic and Community Development to help further that mission and support Nashville Box’s business success.” – John Bradley, TVA senior vice president of Economic Development
“I am very pleased that Nashville Box, LLC has chosen Lebanon for its operations, which will help businesses in our region deliver products to consumers. This investment is great news for Wilson County. It shows that our economy is strong and positioned for future growth. I appreciate the work of local and state officials who helped secure this investment and look forward to Nashville Box, LLC’s future success in Wilson County.” – Sen. Mark Pody (R-Lebanon)
“Wilson County continues to be a top choice for companies looking to establish or expand their business. This demonstrates how our investments in education, infrastructure and workforce development results in job creation. We’re proud to welcome our newest employer to Wilson County and appreciate their investment in our community.” – Rep. Clark Boyd (R-Lebanon)
About the Tennessee Department of Economic and Community Development
The Tennessee Department of Economic and Community Development’s mission is to develop strategies that help make Tennessee the No. 1 location in the Southeast for high quality jobs. To grow and strengthen Tennessee, the department seeks to attract new corporate investment to the state and works with Tennessee companies to facilitate expansion and economic growth. Find us on the web: tnecd.com. Follow us on Twitter and Instagram: @tnecd. Like us on Facebook: facebook.com/tnecd.
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