# The coffee chain is spending $100 million on its new Nashville corporate office.

*business · news · 2026-04-22 · Arkansas Online*

## Key points

- Starbucks is investing $100 million in a new Nashville corporate office expected to house 2,000 jobs.
- Seattle-based sourcing staff relocating to Nashville face at least a 5% pay cut despite stock grants.
- Starbucks offered $15,000+ retention bonuses to some employees declining relocation until end of 2026.
- Roles previously filled by contractors will be brought in-house at the Nashville location.

**Companies:** Starbucks Corp.
**Countries:** United States

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