In-N-Out Plans Headquarters Move from California to Tennessee

In-N-Out Burger is relocating its corporate headquarters from California to Franklin, Tennessee, driven by owner Lynsi Snyder's desire to raise her family outside California's urban centers and the operational challenges faced in the state. Despite maintaining its California operations, the company plans to expand significantly in the Southeast, with around 35 new locations in Tennessee expected to open starting next year. The decision also reflects logistical benefits, as the company will continue to supply fresh beef patties from its Texas meat processing facility to Tennessee. Snyder emphasized preserving the company's founding values and legacy while pursuing growth, rejecting compromises that could alter the brand's identity. The move comes amid past tensions with California's political climate, including In-N-Out's refusal to comply with vaccine card mandates during the pandemic, which led to temporary store closures. The relocation aligns with a broader trend of major companies shifting headquarters to states like Texas and Tennessee for economic and operational advantages.