Another major business is relocating its headquarters from California to North Texas.
John Paul Mitchell Systems (JPMS), known for its extensive line of hair care products and tools, is packing up its California headquarters and moving to the Lone Star State. As part of the makeover, the hair care giant also plans to build a new global distribution center.
Texas Governor Greg Abbott announced the move in a news release on June 19, saying the relocation will create 80 new jobs and bring over $12 million in capital investment to the state. JPMS, known for brands like Tea Tree, Neuro, and Paul Mitchell, obtained a Texas Enterprise Fund (TEF) grant of $640,000 to support setting up shop in the state. The professional hair care company was also offered an $8,000 Veteran Created Job Bonus.
“Texas is the headquarters of headquarters,” said Abbott, in the press release.
He is not wrong.
Texas, and especially Dallas, has seen an explosion in business relocations. In fact, The Dallas Express reported earlier this year that Dallas ranked as the top city in the U.S. for corporate headquarters relocations. Notably, many companies have been exiting California and moving to the Lone Star State, often landing in the Big D.
“With our skilled and growing workforce, leading position in U.S. and global markets, and the strongest pro-growth economic policies in America, we will continue to attract more headquarters and create more jobs across our great state,” Abbott said.
John Paul Mitchell Systems co-founder John Paul DeJoria, a longtime resident of Texas, said he was “honored” the company was chosen for the grant to support a major facility in the state.
“I’ve resided in Austin for 25 years and have the privilege of being deeply involved with the community — I know this initiative plays a key role in encouraging businesses like ours to invest in the local economy. We’re grateful to Governor Abbott and the State of Texas for their warm welcome and support and look forward to contributing to the entrepreneurial spirit and economic growth that make Texas such a special place to do business.”
