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Gutterglove

Gutterglove was ready to move from California, but first, the company had to find a new headquarters location with a great quality of life that would make recruiting and retaining top talent a breeze. Williamson County quickly rose to the top of Gutterglove’s locations list, just as it did for Kaiser Aluminum, In-N-Out Burger and a host of other companies. Here’s why your company should consider doing business in Williamson County.

Why Do Business in Williamson County?

“Teamwork is a core value at Gutterglove and finding a new home for our corporate headquarters meant choosing a safe, convenient, modern and fun environment for our team,” says CEO Matt Smith. 

“The Franklin community in Williamson County fit all these criteria perfectly and positively impacted our business. This location has helped us recruit amazing talent and provided a great environment for our current team.” 

The company announced the move in 2021, and today, Gutterglove has 23 team members at its Franklin headquarters. The company has manufacturing operations nearby in Rutherford County. 

“We are thrilled about our relocation to Williamson County, known for its quality of life and business-friendly atmosphere. As an innovator in the home improvement space focused on people, products, programs and technology, this move supports our mission to protect every gutter on every home and allows us to continue expanding our business,” Smith says. 

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‘They Want to Hire Here’ 

Since 2018, companies moving to or expanding existing operations in Williamson County have created more than 3,000 well-paying jobs for residents, says Nathan Zipper, chief economic development officer for Williamson, Inc. 

“They are locating and expanding here because they want to hire here,” he says. 

Williamson County led Tennessee in 2023 with nine announced projects – two relocations and seven expansions – creating almost 800 jobs. Those companies announced capital investments totaling around $160 million, Zipper says. 

Companies choosing Williamson County in recent years include a diverse mix of employers. FreightWise, a logistics data company that serves its customers with end-to-end transportation management, announced it would create 48 new jobs and invest $2 million to expand its Brentwood headquarters. 

Summit Behavioral Healthcare announced the investment of $4.5 million to expand its Franklin headquarters, and it will create 125 new jobs in Williamson County over the next several years. 

In-N-Out Burger selected Williamson County for its first expansion east of Texas. The popular restaurant chain is investing $125.5 million to establish its eastern territory office in Franklin. The expansion project will create around 300 new jobs in Williamson County. The company expects to open its first Tennessee restaurants by 2026. 

Unmatched Advantages 

Local banking industry leaders founded tech-forward financial services company Sonata Bank to serve consumers and the quick-service restaurant industry. The bank’s offices are in Brentwood. 

Kaiser Aluminum, a leading producer of semi-fabricated specialty aluminum products, relocated its corporate headquarters from California to Franklin. The company announced it would invest $3 million and create 80 jobs. Companies like these choose Williamson County because it offers unmatched advantages, including a central location that provides quick and easy access to downtown Nashville and Nashville International Airport. 

The county’s upscale suburbs provide attractive housing locations for executives, and with 58% of residents having a bachelor’s degree or higher, the county is home to a highly skilled workforce. The state supports growth with incentives for companies that expand or move to Tennessee, Zipper says. 

“Williamson County checks a lot of boxes,” he says. 

The presence of more than 20 higher education institutions in the Nashville area guarantees a full talent pipeline. Williamson County’s top-rated public and private schools, low property taxes and the county’s unparalleled quality of life are magnets for companies looking for the perfect place to invest, grow and create jobs. 

“Previously, companies would move first, and talent would follow. Now, the dynamic has shifted. Employers are moving to areas rich in talent and amenities, including top-performing schools that are ideal for raising families,” Zipper says. 

“For a company aiming to grow, it’s crucial to be situated in a place where people want to live. A place like Williamson County.”