News Summary
John Paul Mitchell Systems is moving its headquarters from California to Wilmer, Texas, creating 80 new jobs and investing over $12 million in the local economy. This relocation enhances the town’s appeal and positions JPMS for global distribution of its popular hair care products. Governor Greg Abbott announced the move, emphasizing Texas as a business-friendly state attracting major corporations. With a focus on community growth, this transition establishes a promising future for both JPMS and Wilmer, enhancing job opportunities and local development.
Texas – Hair care giant John Paul Mitchell Systems (JPMS) is making a significant shift by relocating its headquarters from Santa Clarita, California, to Wilmer, Texas. This move, announced by Texas Governor Greg Abbott, will facilitate the creation of 80 new jobs and an investment of over $12 million into the local economy.
Wilmer, a small town with approximately 6,000 residents situated about 20 minutes from Dallas, is set to become the new operational hub for JPMS. The company, which achieved revenues of $1.1 billion in 2022 and encompasses well-known brands such as Paul Mitchell, Tea Tree, and Neuro, distributes its products to over 30 countries.
In addition to the headquarters, JPMS plans to open a global distribution center at the Texas location. This strategic move aligns with Governor Abbott’s initiative to enhance Texas’s standing as a bustling center for business through low taxes and favorable regulatory conditions. Abbott emphasized that Texas is increasingly attractive as a corporate headquarters due to these factors, along with a robust workforce.
To aid in the relocation, JPMS received a grant of $640,000 from the Texas Enterprise Fund. This fund encourages businesses to expand or relocate to Texas, thereby stimulating economic growth in the state. The new operation will also qualify for an $8,000 Veteran Created Job Bonus.
John Paul DeJoria, co-founder of JPMS, expressed gratitude towards Governor Abbott and the Texas government for their support during this transition. DeJoria, who has resided in Austin for 25 years, is known for his financial contributions to Abbott’s campaigns, totaling over $70,000 since 2021.
The relocation of JPMS from California to Texas is not an isolated event; it is part of a broader trend of companies moving their operations to the Lone Star State. This trend includes other major corporations, such as Chevron and Realtor.com, citing better business climates and more favorable conditions in Texas.
Originally founded in Hawaii in 1980 by hairstylist Paul Mitchell and businessman John Paul DeJoria, JPMS has had a longstanding presence in California, previously operating its headquarters in Beverly Hills and Century City with a facility in Santa Clarita.
This new investment not only marks a significant corporate relocation but also reinforces Texas’s status as a desirable business state. With the establishment of a new headquarters and a distribution center, JPMS is poised to play a pivotal role in Texas’s continuing economic development.
Moreover, JPMS operates over 100 beauty schools nationwide, with several locations in Texas, including Houston, Webster, Austin, San Antonio, and Arlington. The relocation is set to enhance the local job market and support the overall growth of the beauty industry within the state.
As the company settles into its new home in Wilmer, Texas, it not only highlights the strategic advantages of relocating but illustrates the increasing appeal of Texas as a business-friendly environment.
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