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Governor Bredesen, Commissioner Kisber Announce Unilever Expansion in Covington

Released on Tue, Oct 06, 2009 - 9:17 am under

Project will Create 275 New Jobs and an Investment of $100 Million

NASHVILLE – Governor Phil Bredesen and Commissioner Matt Kisber of the Department of Economic and Community Development announced today that the Unilever plant in Covington, Tenn. will be expanding, generating an investment of $100 million and creating approximately 275 new jobs.
 

Carter Logistics Announces New Cross-Dock Facility in Andersonville

Released on Tue, Aug 25, 2009 - 9:36 am under

Facility Will Create 75 New Jobs

NASHVILLE — Tennessee Economic and Community Development Commissioner Matt Kisber along with Carter Logistics, LLC, a leading third-party logistics provider serving the automotive, appliance, electronic and food industries, today announced the opening of a cross-dock facility that will create 75 new jobs in Andersonville, Tenn.

Jobs for Tennessee Graduates Garners National Success

Released on Thu, Jul 16, 2009 - 9:49 am under

NASHVILLE – Tennessee’s Jobs for Tennessee Graduates, a partnership between the Department’s of Education and Labor and Workforce Development, has garnered national success for the fourth consecutive year, again being awarded the highest accolade – the Five of Five Award – signifying JTG students exceeded the goals of the program and earned top marks for graduation and success rates.

State Initiative Helps Perry County Achieve Job Recovery

Released on Thu, Jul 16, 2009 - 9:42 am under

Recovery Act Creates 460 New Jobs, Resources Allocated for 50 More

NASHVILLE - Governor Phil Bredesen announced state and local governments have reached the initial goal to employ 300 residents of Perry County using federal dollars provided by the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act (ARRA).
 
Currently, 304 positions have been filled that include government and private sector employment. In addition, 156 Perry County residents between the ages of 14 and 24 are participating in the Summer Youth Employment Program. The statewide program, also funded by Recovery Act dollars, provides summer employment and job training opportunities to low-income residents. This program continues through August 7th.
 
"The effect of this effort is significant, and I appreciate the coordination of state and local governments with private employers in Perry County," Bredesen said. "I’m also extremely pleased this work will continue with the allocation of additional resources to create 50 more jobs in Perry County."

Bredesen Signs Tennessee Clean Energy Future Act

Released on Wed, Jul 08, 2009 - 12:59 pm under
Unveils Additional Energy-Efficiency Grants for Cities and Counties
 
NASHVILLE — Governor Phil Bredesen today ceremonially signed into law the Tennessee Clean Energy Future Act of 2009, legislation that has been dubbed “the cornerstone for all future energy policy” in the Volunteer State.

Commissioner Kisber, Gestamp President Wilson Announce New Tennessee Investment

Released on Thu, Jun 25, 2009 - 6:44 am under

Tier 1 Automotive Supplier Expects to Create 230 Jobs in Chattanooga

CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. – Matt Kisber, commissioner, Tennessee Department of Economic and Community Development today joined leaders of Gestamp Corporation in announcing the company’s plans to invest $90 million to establish a new automotive parts stamping operation at Enterprise South Industrial Park in Chattanooga, Tennessee. The company expects the operation to create at least 230 new jobs within three years.

Bredesen Recruits Clean Energy Sector Investment

Released on Wed, Jun 17, 2009 - 3:04 pm under
Gov. Bredesen tours Alstom facility in Birr, Switzerland
Gov. Bredesen tours Alstom facility in Birr, Switzerland
BIRR, Switzerland - Governor Phil Bredesen toured Alstom’s Turbine and Generator rotor manufacturing operation Tuesday in Birr, Switzerland. The tour of the Swiss power company is one of Bredesen’s recruiting efforts to expand European investment in Tennessee’s clean energy sector. The Alstom manufacturing operation is known worldwide for producing equipment used in coal, gas and nuclear plants.
 
“I’ve long said that it makes sense for Tennessee to redouble its effort to recruit new business, even though the global economy is in recession,” Bredesen said. “The people of Tennessee need higher skilled, good paying jobs, and now is not the time to pull back or retrench.”

Governor Bredesen, Commissioner Kisber to Recruit in Europe

Released on Tue, Jun 09, 2009 - 8:07 am under

State Officials to Discuss “Next Steps” with Wacker, Alstom Leadership

NASHVILLE — Tennessee Governor Phil Bredesen and Economic and Community Development Commissioner Matt Kisber today announced plans to travel to Switzerland, Germany and Poland in June to hold talks with the leadership of European companies with investments in Tennessee and to discuss steps aimed at expanding investment by suppliers, customers and other companies in the clean energy sector. Accompanying Governor Bredesen and Commissioner Kisber will be Reagan Farr, commissioner of Revenue for the State of Tennessee.

SBBI Announces New Manufacturing Plant In Lexington, Tennessee

Released on Fri, Mar 06, 2009 - 11:51 am under
Company Expected to Create 38 New Jobs and Invest $1.7 Million
 
NASHVILLE – Tennessee’s Economic and Community Development Commissioner Matt Kisber congratulated Summit-Brantley Innovations, LLC today on the announcement of its Lexington, Tenn. plant. The facility will add 38 new jobs to the area and represents an investment of $1.7 million. SBBI, an innovative building components manufacturer, specializes in trusses, floor systems, pre-engineered wall and floor panelization and other components.
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