# Top 50 multinational companies in Tennessee

Tamtam tracks 160 multinational companies headquartered in Tennessee. This list ranks the 50 largest by number of employees on LinkedIn, led by FedEx, HCA Healthcare and AutoZone. Their median headcount is 2,133. Half of them were founded in 1969 or later. The most common headquarters are Nashville (15), Memphis (13) and Franklin (4).

The multinational companies in Tennessee are primarily large groups, spanning diverse sectors such as logistics, healthcare, retail, and manufacturing. Notable examples include FedEx, a global leader in shipping and e-commerce; HCA Healthcare, a major healthcare organization with numerous hospitals; AutoZone, a prominent retailer of automotive parts; and International Paper, a global provider of sustainable packaging solutions. This collection highlights a significant concentration of headquarters in Memphis and Nashville, indicating these cities as key economic hubs within the state.

While the industries are varied, a common thread is the focus on large-scale operations and extensive networks, both within the US and internationally. Many of these companies, like Eastman in chemical manufacturing and Bridgestone Americas in sustainable mobility solutions, have a long history, with several founded in the early to mid-20th century. The presence of multiple FedEx entities, including FedEx Freight and FedEx Logistics, further underscores the importance of transportation and logistics services among these Tennessee-based multinationals.

🇺🇸 Tennessee · 50 companies · Updated Nov 11, 2026

| # | Company | Industry | Headquarters | Employees | Founded |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | [FedEx](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/fedex) (fedex.com)<br>A global leader in shipping, transportation, e-commerce, and business services, known for exceptional customer service and a focus on safety and ethics | Freight and Package Transportation | 🇺🇸 Memphis | 193,709 | 1973 |
| 2 | [HCA Healthcare](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/hca-healthcare) (dpxmedcity.net)<br>A healthcare organization with 186 hospitals and 2,300 sites, focused on providing quality care, advancing science, and impacting communities positively | Hospitals and Health Care | 🇺🇸 Nashville | 150,409 |  |
| 3 | [AutoZone](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/autozone) (autozone.com)<br>Leading retailer distributing automotive replacement parts, maintenance items, and accessories for diverse vehicles through thousands of stores serving DIY and professional customers. | Retail | 🇺🇸 Memphis | 49,134 | 1979 |
| 4 | [International Paper](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/international-paper) (internationalpaper.com)<br>Global company providing sustainable packaging solutions with operations in over 30 countries, employing 65,000 team members worldwide. | Paper and Forest Product Manufacturing | 🇺🇸 Memphis | 25,464 | 1898 |
| 5 | [Bridgestone Americas](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/bridgestone-americas) (bridgestoneamericas.com)<br>Global leader in sustainable mobility solutions, manufacturing tires, rubber products, and air springs for commercial and passenger vehicles worldwide Our goal is to shape a sustainable future | Motor Vehicle Manufacturing | 🇺🇸 Nashville | 19,556 |  |
| 6 | [Pilot Flying J](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/pilot-flying-j) (pilotflyingj.com)<br>Operates over 750 travel centers across the US and Canada, serving more than a million guests daily with a large team. | Retail | 🇺🇸 Knoxville | 13,261 | 1958 |
| 7 | [FedEx Freight](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/fedex-freight) (fedexfreight.com)<br>This company provides updates, product and service information, operating news, and regular content for its customers and followers Join the conversation! | Truck Transportation | 🇺🇸 Memphis | 11,751 | 2001 |
| 8 | [Eastman](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/eastman) (eastman.com)<br>A global specialty materials company founded in 1920, delivering innovative products for everyday use with a focus on safety and sustainability | Chemical Manufacturing | 🇺🇸 Kingsport | 10,916 | 1920 |
| 9 | [Genesco](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/genesco) (genesco.com)<br>A footwear specialty retailer with over 1,400 stores in the US, Canada, the UK, and Republic of Ireland, offering various branded footwear options | Retail | 🇺🇸 Nashville | 10,755 | 1924 |
| 10 | [St. Jude Children's Research Hospital - ALSAC](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/st-jude-children-s-research-hospital-alsac) (stjude.org)<br>Fundraising and awareness efforts supporting a children's research hospital focused on curing diseases and providing free family care. | Non-profit Organizations | 🇺🇸 Memphis | 10,579 |  |
| 11 | [Terminix](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/terminix) (terminix.com)<br>A leader in residential and commercial pest control services, offering protection against termites, mosquitoes, rodents, and other pests in multiple countries | Consumer Services | 🇺🇸 Memphis | 5,758 |  |
| 12 | [St. Jude Children's Research Hospital](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/st-jude-children-s-research-hospital) (stjude.org)<br>A global leader in pediatric cancer research and treatment, sharing innovations worldwide to improve survival rates for children with life-threatening diseases | Hospitals and Health Care | 🇺🇸 Memphis | 5,155 |  |
| 13 | [AllianceBernstein](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/alliancebernstein) (alliancebernstein.com)<br>Global asset management firm providing diversified investment services to institutional, individual, and private wealth clients through research-driven insights and innovative financial solutions. | Financial Services | 🇺🇸 Nashville | 5,106 | 1967 |
| 14 | [FedEx Logistics](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/fedex-logistics) (careers.fedex.com)<br>Global logistics company offering air and ocean freight forwarding, supply chain solutions, customs brokerage, and trade management tools from Memphis headquarters Equal opportunity employer | Truck Transportation | 🇺🇸 Memphis | 4,772 |  |
| 15 | [Change Healthcare](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/change-healthcare) (business.optum.com)<br>providing healthcare technology and services focused on improving health outcomes and optimizing healthcare system efficiency for all stakeholders | IT Services and IT Consulting | 🇺🇸 Nashville | 4,617 | 2007 |
| 16 | [The United Methodist Church](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/the-united-methodist-church) (umc.org)<br>A global organization with over 12 million members, spreading the mission of making disciples of Jesus Christ for world transformation | Religious Institutions | 🇺🇸 Nashville | 4,485 | 1968 |
| 17 | [The Juice Plus+ Company](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/the-juice-plus-company) (juiceplus.com)<br>Provides whole-food-based nutrition supplements including capsules, chewables, shakes, and bars to support healthy living and family nutrition. | Wellness and Fitness Services | 🇺🇸 Collierville | 3,463 | 1970 |
| 18 | [HireRight](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/hireright) (hireright.com)<br>Global provider of background checks, drug testing, and employment verification services through an innovative platform, tailored to meet the unique needs of organizations worldwide | Human Resources Services | 🇺🇸 Nashville | 3,283 |  |
| 19 | [Averitt](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/averitt) (averitt.com)<br>A leading provider of freight transportation and supply chain management with a wide range of customized solutions and international reach | Transportation, Logistics, Supply Chain and Storage | 🇺🇸 Cookeville | 3,276 | 1971 |
| 20 | [Cat Financial](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/cat-financial) (cat.com)<br>Provides financing solutions worldwide for construction, mining equipment, engines, turbines, parts, and services to customers and dealers. | Financial Services | 🇺🇸 Nashville | 3,092 | 1981 |
| 21 | [Inhabit®](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/inhabit) (inhabit.com)<br>A software company providing innovative solutions for residential and vacation property management professionals, backed by top-tier private equity partners For more information, visit website | Software Development | 🇺🇸 Knoxville | 2,755 | 2016 |
| 22 | [FedEx Corporation](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/fedex-corporation) (fedex.com)<br>A global company offering shipping, transportation, e-commerce, and business services, consistently ranked among the world's most admired and trusted employers | Freight and Package Transportation | 🇺🇸 Memphis | 2,587 |  |
| 23 | [Vaco](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/vaco) (vaco.com)<br>Vaco is a global talent solutions company specializing in accounting, IT, HR, and operations, offering staffing, managed services, and executive search | Staffing and Recruiting | 🇺🇸 Brentwood | 2,443 |  |
| 24 | [Ingram Content Group](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/ingram-content-group) (ingramcontent.com)<br>Connecting readers worldwide with print and digital books through innovative distribution, print on demand, and digital learning services. | Book and Periodical Publishing | 🇺🇸 La Vergne | 2,183 |  |
| 25 | [Sylvamo](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/sylvamo) (sylvamo.com)<br>It produces paper sustainably, focusing on innovation and value creation while supporting ecosystems, communities, and responsible resource management. | Paper and Forest Product Manufacturing | 🇺🇸 Memphis | 2,133 |  |
| 26 | [HealthTrust Performance Group](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/healthtrust-performance-group) (healthtrustpg.com)<br>A healthcare organization based in Nashville, TN, providing purchasing solutions and advisory services to over 1,800 hospitals and 57,000+ healthcare locations | Hospitals and Health Care | 🇺🇸 Nashville | 1,953 | 1999 |
| 27 | [Orgill](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/orgill) (orgill.com)<br>Distributes hardlines to over 11,000 retail hardware stores, home centers, pro lumber dealers, and farm stores across the globe. Offers over 75,000 SKUs with efficient distribution. | Wholesale | 🇺🇸 Collierville | 1,970 |  |
| 28 | [FRITO LAY INC](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/frito-lay-inc) (fritolay.com)<br>A retail company based in Nashville, TN, specializing in selling snack products such as chips | Retail | 🇺🇸 Nashville | 1,797 |  |
| 29 | [Highspring](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/highspring) (highspring.com)<br>Global professional services organization offering consulting, managed services, and tailored talent solutions across finance, IT, risk, and transformation. | Professional Services | 🇺🇸 Brentwood | 1,784 | 2002 |
| 30 | [Buckman](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/buckman) (buckman.com)<br>A dedicated industry expert team utilizes cutting-edge technology, high-quality chemicals, and advanced data analysis to help customers improve productivity and profitability | Chemical Manufacturing | 🇺🇸 Memphis | 1,748 | 1945 |
| 31 | [Taskforce](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/taskforce) (taskforcebpo.com)<br>Taskforce provides consulting and business support services across industries, specializing in custom solutions and efficient operations through a skilled global team | Outsourcing and Offshoring Consulting | 🇺🇸 Knoxville | 1,716 | 2015 |
| 32 | [Concord](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/concord-nashville) (concord.com)<br>Global leader in developing, managing, and acquiring sound recordings, music publishing, theatrical performance rights, and narrative content with an extensive catalog | Entertainment Providers | 🇺🇸 Nashville | 1,707 |  |
| 33 | [Arcese](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/arcese) (arcese.com)<br>Global logistics company with 70 offices and 3,000 employees worldwide, providing integrated and sustainable solutions across various sectors for over 50 years | Transportation, Logistics, Supply Chain and Storage | 🇺🇸 Arco | 1,688 | 1966 |
| 34 | [Louisiana-Pacific Corporation](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/louisiana-pacific-corporation) (lpcorp.com)<br>Manufactures engineered wood products including siding, trim, framing, and structural panels for residential, commercial, and remodeling construction projects. | Wholesale Building Materials | 🇺🇸 Nashville | 1,602 | 1972 |
| 35 | [Psi Chi The International Honor Society in Psychology](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/psi-chi-the-international-honor-society-in-psychology) (psichi.org)<br>An international honor society in psychology, Psi Chi encourages excellence in scholarship and promotes the advancement of the science of psychology | Higher Education | 🇺🇸 Chattanooga | 1,595 | 1929 |
| 36 | [Atmus Filtration Technologies](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/atmus-filtration-technologies) (atmus.com)<br>Designs and manufactures premium filtration products under Fleetguard brand, serving diverse equipment applications with global reach and technology leadership. | Manufacturing | 🇺🇸 Nashville | 1,559 | 1958 |
| 37 | [Southwestern Family of Companies](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/southwestern-family-of-companies) (southwestern.com)<br>A purpose-driven, employee-owned company investing in people and building businesses that positively impact communities worldwide since 1855 | Executive Offices | 🇺🇸 Nashville | 1,555 |  |
| 38 | [Bourns, Inc.](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/bourns-inc) (bourns.com)<br>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 | 🇺🇸 Riverside | 1,544 | 1947 |
| 39 | [Cunningham Lindsey](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/cunningham-lindsey) (sedgwick.com)<br>Global provider of risk and benefits solutions with a focus on compassionate care, expert guidance, and comprehensive business services for clients worldwide | Insurance | 🇺🇸 Memphis | 1,399 |  |
| 40 | [Tom James Company](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/tom-james-company) (careers.tomjames.com)<br>Manufacturing and retailing custom tailored clothing directly to clients at their locations, offering vertically integrated production from sheep to suit across worldwide offices. | Retail Apparel and Fashion | 🇺🇸 Franklin | 1,380 | 1966 |
| 41 | [CKE Restaurants, Inc.](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/cke-restaurants-inc)<br>Operates Carl's Jr. and Hardee's restaurants, known for charbroiled burgers, Made from Scratch Biscuits, and Hand-Breaded Chicken Tenders, with a strong international presence. | Restaurants | 🇺🇸 Franklin | 1,353 | 1941 |
| 42 | [Perkins & Marie Callender's, LLC](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/perkins-and-marie-callender-s-llc) (perkinsrestaurants.com)<br>Established in 1958, Perkins operates 324 restaurants in 32 states and 4 Canadian provinces, offering personalized service and homestyle food at a great value | Restaurants | 🇺🇸 Memphis | 1,353 | 1958 |
| 43 | [ModusLink](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/moduslink) (moduslink.com)<br>A global supply chain solutions provider offering digital and physical services to leading brands in various industries to drive growth and profitability | Transportation, Logistics, Supply Chain and Storage | 🇺🇸 Smyrna | 1,296 |  |
| 44 | [Dura-Line](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/dura-line) (duraline.com)<br>Manufacture and distribute HDPE conduits and accessories for telecommunications, data centers, and power markets worldwide with durable infrastructure products. | Telecommunications | 🇺🇸 Knoxville | 1,282 | 1971 |
| 45 | [Noranda Aluminum](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/noranda-aluminum) (marketcap.company)<br>A leading North American company producing value-added primary aluminum products and rolled aluminum coils with operations in smelting, refining, and rolling mills | Mining | 🇺🇸 Franklin | 1,246 |  |
| 46 | [Every Nation](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/every-nation) (everynation.org)<br>Global family of churches and ministries establishing Christ-centered, Spirit-empowered, socially responsible churches and campus ministries worldwide to honor God | Religious Institutions | 🇺🇸 Brentwood | 1,216 | 1994 |
| 47 | [Workwear Outfitters](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/workwear-outfitters) (wwof.com)<br>A leading supplier of innovative work apparel and footwear for diverse occupations, with global facilities and exclusive licenses for various brands | Retail Apparel and Fashion | 🇺🇸 Nashville | 1,148 |  |
| 48 | [Kasai North America, Inc](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/kasai-north-america-inc) (kasai-na.com)<br>Cutting-edge automotive technology company focused on engineering, testing, and quality to achieve continuous improvement in collaboration with a global network of facilities | Motor Vehicle Manufacturing | 🇺🇸 Murfreesboro | 1,147 | 1986 |
| 49 | [Sesé Logistics](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/sese-logistics) (gruposese.com)<br>An international logistics conglomerate offering full truckload transportation, warehousing, distribution, and supply chain solutions to various industries worldwide | Transportation, Logistics, Supply Chain and Storage | 🇺🇸 Ooltewah | 1,097 | 1969 |
| 50 | [The State Group](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/the-state-group) (stategroup.com)<br>A multi-trade industrial services contractor offering electrical, mechanical, and civil services across North America, with a focus on construction, maintenance, and emergency support | Construction | 🇺🇸 Franklin | 1,094 | 1961 |

## How this list is built

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 11, 2026.

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