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The 43 largest family-owned companies in Tennessee

Tamtam tracks 43 family-owned companies headquartered in Tennessee. This list ranks all of them by number of employees on LinkedIn, led by Pilot Flying J, Life Care Centers of America and McKee Foods Corporation. Their median headcount is 344. Half of them were founded in 1949 or later. The most common headquarters are Memphis (10), Knoxville (5) and Nashville (5).

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ Tennessee43 companiesUpdated Nov 2, 2026
#CompanyIndustryHeadquarters EmployeesFounded
1
Pilot Flying Jpilotflyingj.com

Operates over 750 travel centers across the US and Canada, serving more than a million guests daily with a large team.

Retail ๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ Knoxville 13,261 1958
2
Life Care Centers of Americalcca.com

A privately-owned company providing exceptional patient care through post-acute services, therapy, and rehabilitation in over 200 facilities with experienced multidisciplinary teams

Hospitals and Health Care ๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ Cleveland 7,421 1970
3
McKee Foods Corporationjobs.mckeefoods.com

The company is known for producing Little Debbie snack cakes, a leading brand in America, committed to quality products and value

Food and Beverage Manufacturing ๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ Collegedale 3,176 1934
4
Bourns, Inc.bourns.com

Leading manufacturer, supplier automotive sensors, circuit protection, magnetic products, microelectronic modules, potentiometers, panel controls, encoders, resistive products for various markets.

Appliances, Electrical, and Electronics Manufacturing ๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ Riverside 1,544 1947
5
Highland Ventureshighlandventuresltd.com

Empowering employees to provide outstanding service and be engaged community members, owning and operating properties, fitness centers, retail centers, and Marco's Pizza locations

Retail ๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ Brentwood 1,260 1948
6
Lee Companyleecompany.com

A leading mechanical engineering and home services company with over 1,600 employees Specializes in facilities services, HVAC, plumbing, electrical, and appliance repair

Facilities Services ๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ Franklin 1,256 1944
7
SRM Concretesmyrnareadymix.com

Supplier of ready-mix concrete with operations across 19 states, providing construction materials for various building projects.

Construction ๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ Murfreesboro 1,215 1999
8
Barnhart Crane & Riggingbarnhartcrane.com

Leading provider of crane rentals, heavy haul, and engineered rigging solutions across North America, specializing in complex industrial lifting and transportation projects.

Engineering Services ๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ Memphis 1,155 1969
9
Rogers Group Inc.rogersgroupincint.com

A 115-year-old aggregates and asphalt highway construction company operating in 10 states, employing 3,000 people, and recognized as the largest privately held aggregate producer in the US

Mining ๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ Nashville 1,121 1908
10
Weigels Inc.weigels.com

A family-owned company in East Tennessee focused on providing quality products, clean stores, and employment opportunities with flexibility and career development

Retail ๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ Powell 576 1931
11
Wallace Real Estatewallacetn.com

A family-owned real estate company providing local expertise, global reach, professional development, marketing support, mortgage services, and convenient closing services for clients

Real Estate ๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ Knoxville 568 1936
12
The Pictsweet Companypictsweetfarms.com

A family-owned business growing and distributing frozen vegetables with four generations of experience, committed to delivering peak-of-flavor produce to customers

Food and Beverage Manufacturing ๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ Bells 549 1945
13
Advance Financialcareers.advancefinancial.com

Advance Financial is a leading fintech company based in Tennessee, offering financial services through stores and online platforms in multiple states

Financial Services ๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ Nashville 536 1996
14
Baileybaileycompany.com

A family-owned forklift dealership in Tennessee, Georgia, and Kentucky selling, leasing, servicing, and providing parts for forklift trucks from top brands

Transportation, Logistics, Supply Chain and Storage ๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ Nashville 489 1949
15
Southern Champion Traysctray.com

A third-generation family owned company specializing in manufacturing quality paperboard packaging products with a focus on innovation, excellence, and customer satisfaction

Packaging and Containers Manufacturing ๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ Chattanooga 463 1927
16
Bryce Corporationbrycecorp.com

The company operates in flexible packaging, package design, and flexographic prepress operations, offering innovative products and competitive advantages in quality and productivity

Packaging and Containers Manufacturing ๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ Memphis 436 1969
17
Bush Brothers & Companybushbeans.com

The company specializes in producing high-quality beans, sauces, and recipes with a focus on family, friends, and a secret family recipe for over 100 years

Food and Beverage Manufacturing ๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ Knoxville 432 1908
18
Hiller Plumbing, Heating, Cooling & Electricalhappyhiller.com

Residential and commercial service and repair provider in the Southeast offering plumbing, heating, air conditioning, and electrical services with a focus on customer satisfaction

Consumer Services ๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ Nashville 419 1990
19
nexAir, LLCnexair.com

Supplies industrial, specialty, medical, bulk gases, dry ice, welding and medical equipment to customers throughout the Southeast United States.

Chemical Manufacturing ๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ Memphis 408 1996
20
Malco Theatres, Inc.malco.com

A long-standing family-owned cinema circuit in the mid-south region known for pioneering technical advances since its establishment in 1915

Entertainment Providers ๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ Memphis 374 1915
21
Luttrell Staffing Groupluttrellstaffing.com

Award-winning staffing firm providing light-industrial and administrative staffing services through a network of offices across multiple states

Staffing and Recruiting ๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ Kingsport 367 1993
22
Schnellecke Logistics USAschnellecke.com

An internationally operating family-owned company offering a variety of logistics services, specializing in value-added logistics for the automotive industry

Transportation, Logistics, Supply Chain and Storage ๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ Chattanooga 344 1939
23
Highway Transport Logistics, Inc.highwaytransport.com

Tanker trucking company founded in 1948 specializing in hauling chemicals Offers consistent and reliable transportation solutions, tailored to individual logistical needs

Transportation, Logistics, Supply Chain and Storage ๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ Knoxville 342 1948
24
MECOmecocorp.com

The company designs and markets outdoor grills and smokers under the Americana Grills brand, as well as provides folding furniture to retailers

Manufacturing ๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ Greeneville 341 1959
25
Ozark Motor Lines, Inc.ozark.com

Established in 1961, this privately held full truckload carrier operates 700 road tractors and 2250 trailers, offering various transportation services nationwide

Truck Transportation ๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ Memphis 338 1961
26
Vision Hospitality Group, Inc.vhghotels.com

An award-winning hotel management and development company prioritizing integrity, values, creative design, and superior quality to satisfy guests and investors

Hospitality ๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ Chattanooga 337 1997
27
Lodge Cast Ironlodgecastiron.com

Manufacturer of cast iron cookware founded in 1896, offering over 200 products sold globally Located in Tennessee with own foundry

Manufacturing ๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ South Pittsburg 319 1896
28
Lipman Brothers / R.S. Lipman Companylipmanbrothers.com

Family-owned distributor of wine, spirits, beer, and more, serving Tennessee with proven leadership for over 80 years Operating nationwide and internationally within RSL Holdings

Wine & Spirits ๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ Nashville 288 1939
29
Dunavantdunavant.com

A family-owned company with over 50 years of experience providing complete freight solutions including transportation, warehousing, and supply chain management globally

Transportation, Logistics, Supply Chain and Storage ๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ Memphis 267 1928
30
CLK Multifamily Management LLCclk-properties.com

Property management firm specializing in multifamily assets, dedicated to maximizing performance, preserving assets, and achieving investor goals nationwide

Real Estate ๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ Memphis 257 n/a
31
The Lilly Companylillyforklifts.com

A family-owned material handling company offering equipment, technology, services, and solutions to various industries for safer and efficient operations

Machinery Manufacturing ๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ Memphis 240 1919
32
Jackson Furniture Industriescatnapper.com

Family-owned furniture company established in 1903, specializing in manufacturing comfortable and durable seating using assembly line production techniques, with factories in multiple states in the USA

Furniture and Home Furnishings Manufacturing ๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ Cleveland 240 1933
33
Wesley Financial Groupwesleyfinancialgroup.com

Specializing in timeshare cancellation and debt elimination, this consumer rights group helps individuals and families who have faced fraud and misrepresentation in sales presentations

Financial Services ๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ Franklin 213 2011
34
UPM Pharmaceuticalsupm-inc.com

A Tennessee-based CDMO specializing in pharmaceutical drug development, cGMP manufacturing, and packaging for oral solid and semi-solid forms

Pharmaceutical Manufacturing ๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ Bristol 192 1993
35
Magnum Venus Productsmvpind.com

A global manufacturer of fluid movement solutions for industrial applications, collaborating with customers to provide tailored production solutions with integrity and respect

Machinery Manufacturing ๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ Knoxville 126 1938
36
Highland Energyhighlandenergy.com

A family-owned petroleum company with fuel wholesale, retail, transportation services, and a charitable foundation supporting local communities

Oil and Gas ๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ Hohenwald 32 1936
37
Ugly Mug Coffeeramblinjoescoffee.com

A Memphis-based coffee roaster, sourcing organic beans ethically for fair trade, supporting farmers and brewing rare and unique coffees

Food and Beverage Services ๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ Memphis 23 n/a
38
McWaters & Associates Realtorsmcwatersrealtors.com

A family-owned real estate firm with decades of experience, offering personalized service, honesty, and integrity in helping clients with their home buying needs

Real Estate ๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ Bartlett 20 1973
39
Odyssey Medical, Inc.odysseymed.com

A certified ISO 13485 facility designing, developing, and manufacturing medical devices and instrumentation, with a patented product serving as a market leader

Medical Equipment Manufacturing ๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ Bartlett 19 1995
40
Valley Oil Companyvalleyoilco.com

A third-generation family-owned petroleum and oil distribution business based in Tennessee, offering various petroleum products, lubricants, inventory management programs, and more

Oil and Gas ๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ Sweetwater 16 1988
41
Omni Property Management inc.omnirealty.net

Family-owned real estate firm licensed in Tennessee and Mississippi for 25 years Member of multiple realtor associations, focused on client service and property management

Real Estate ๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ Memphis 14 n/a
42
Altimate Controls LLCaltimatecontrolsllc.com

Family-owned engineering company providing customized solutions to improve efficiency, productivity, and safety for clients through tailored automation and workforce solutions

Automation Machinery Manufacturing ๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ Murfreesboro 4 1988
43
Focus Financial Group LLCffgroupllc.com

A full-service financial firm helping individuals and businesses reach their financial goals through a range of products and services

Financial Services ๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ Franklin 3 1997

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Every company on this list has a Tamtam company profile. The industry is the one the company gives on LinkedIn; categories such as SaaS or fintech are classified by Tamtam's AI from the company's website and LinkedIn page; and the headquarters city must match the company's own address. Companies are ranked by the number of employees on LinkedIn, and the list is refreshed every night. Classifications can be wrong, so treat the list as a starting point rather than an official ranking. Last updated Nov 2, 2026.

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