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The Hill
25 minutes ago
- Business
- The Hill
In-N-Out isn't coming to these states anytime soon
(KTLA) — In-N-Out Burger's expansion into Tennessee gained new attention this week when CEO Lynsi Snyder announced on a podcast that she is moving her family from California to the Volunteer State. However, buried within the interview was a comment that will certainly disappoint fans of the fast-food giant across a wide swath of the U.S. In-N-Out isn't coming to the East Coast anytime soon. 'Florida has begged us, and we're still saying no,' Snyder, 43, told Allie Beth Stuckey, host of the faith-focused podcast Relatable. 'The [other] East Coast states—we're still saying no.' The Southern California-based chain announced its Tennessee expansion in January 2023, with a regional office in Franklin, a suburb of Nashville, slated to open next year. According to the Nashville Business Journal, the burger giant is eyeing 35 potential locations in Tennessee, which will be served by the company's distribution center in Lancaster, Texas. In-N-Out is known for using only fresh ingredients — never frozen — including ground beef, so its stores are generally located within 500 miles of its distribution centers. 'We're not putting a whole meat facility where we do all our own beef [in Tennessee]. We'll have a warehouse, but not do our own meat there,' Snyder said. She added that other states within range of the Lancaster facility could also be part of the burger chain's expansion plans — likely leaving In-N-Out fans in Oklahoma, Arkansas, Louisiana, Kansas, Mississippi, and Missouri salivating over the possibility of Double-Doubles and Animal Fries in their future. Lynsi, the granddaughter of In-N-Out founders Harry and Esther Snyder, said the company needs to approach growth with a focus on quality over quantity. 'We have to have some growth, but we also don't want to be on every corner. We don't want to be in every state, and we don't want to ever compromise our values and standards—the cornerstones that my grandparents laid down,' she said. In-N-Out currently operates over 400 stores in eight states: California, Texas, Arizona, Nevada, Utah, Colorado, Oregon and Idaho. Its first Washington state location is expected to open within the next several weeks.
USA Today
4 hours ago
- Business
- USA Today
In-N-Out owner places order to go − out of California
California's progressive policies have pushed out major employers like Tesla, Chevron and Hewlett Packard. Now, the owner of In-N-Out says she and her family are leaving her home state. One of the simple joys my kids and I experienced when we moved to Texas was finally living near an In-N-Out. We've savored the classic California brand's West Coast vibe, Double-Doubles and Animal Style Fries. Plus, I can feed the five of us for less than $50. Not a bad deal, in this economy. I'm not the only one thinking about the economics of In-N-Out. The burger chain's owner, Lynsi Snyder, has announced she is evacuating from deep blue California for the friendlier environs of red state Tennessee, where the company her grandparents founded in 1948 is building a second corporate headquarters. Snyder said she's leaving the West Coast for the Mid-South for the sake of her family and her business. 'There's a lot of great things about California, but raising a family is not easy here," Snyder told podcaster Allie Beth Stuckey on July 18. "Doing business is not easy here." Opinion: What if I told you conservative women, not liberals, embrace true feminism? I can't blame Snyder for giving up on California. She'll join business leaders like Elon Musk, companies like Chevron and Tesla, and hundreds of thousands of regular people who've fled California for better lives and better business opportunities in other states. California is a bastion of liberalism that's pushed tax rates and the cost of living to ridiculous extremes even as residents' quality of life has declined. In-N-Out owner checks out of her home state The fact Snyder is leaving the state where her family made its fortune nearly 80 years ago is yet another indicator of California's decline. Snyder said state policies, including draconian restrictions during the COVID-19 pandemic, have made it difficult for businesses to operate. People and companies are not just fleeing California − in many cases, they are relocating to red states with a drastically different approach to politics and policy. My home state of Texas in recent years has become the new home of choice of many former California enterprises such as Hewlett Packard, McAfee, Charles Schwab and Ordinary Californians are leaving en masse too. From July 1, 2023, to July 1, 2024, California lost a net of about 240,000 residents to other states, many to Texas. The state's overall population rose in 2024, after several years of decline, because of immigration from other countries. California, of course, still has extraordinary natural resources, including hundreds of miles of beautiful coastline, majestic mountains, redwood forests, and world-class farmland and vineyards. What it doesn't have are political leaders with economic sense − or common sense. According to Chief Executive magazine's rankings for the best and worst states for business, California landed in last place. A 2021 Cato Institute study of the best and worst states for entrepreneurs found California placed 48th. Gavin Newsom is no moderate. California's progressive failures are on him. | Opinion But California lawmakers still don't understand the assignment. On Jan. 1, the state's minimum wage increased to a whopping $16.50 an hour for all businesses, and fast-food workers are now paid a minimum of $20 an hour. That means business owners either take a pay cut, charge their customers more or eliminate jobs. Or they relocate out of state. The owner of California's iconic burger chain will soon trade the Golden State's beaches for Tennessee's foothills. And if she ever wants to sample the world's best barbecue, she's welcome here in Texas. Nicole Russell is an opinion columnist with USA TODAY. She lives in Texas with her four kids. Sign up for her newsletter, The Right Track, and get it delivered to your inbox.
Los Angeles Times
14 hours ago
- Business
- Los Angeles Times
Did the state of California turn on In-N-Out, or did the burger chain turn on it?
Southern Californians, we have not been betrayed. In-N-Out Burger is not moving its headquarters to another state, despite all the panic and performative outrage over recent comments by the fast food chain's owner and chief executive, Lynsi Snyder. Last week, on the 'Relatable' podcast, Snyder told conservative commentator Allie Beth Stuckey that she's leaving the Golden State for Tennessee. 'There's a lot of great things about California, but raising a family is not easy here. Doing business is not easy here,' said Snyder, who became president of the family-run chain in 2010 at age 27, making her one of the country's youngest billionaires. It must be rough. Her comments set off a disinformation blitz, launching the Double-Double into the middle of a red-state/blue-state culture war where, clearly, nothing is sacred. Anti-Cali factions incorrectly posted, podcast and crowed about yet another business fleeing the West Coast. More proof that Gov. Gavin Newsom's 'failing' state sucks! It appeared that In-N-Out was following Tesla and Charles Schwab, companies that cited regulatory challenges and operational costs among their reasons for relocating. Chevron also fled. Perhaps it was the high gas prices. Many Californians, particularly those in SoCal, felt abandoned and disrespected. They, after all, propped up the chain for 76 years, only to be told by its owner that the place that made her family's business — their home — is no longer to her liking. On X, Oracle Park Seagull posted ''Not easy for In N Out to do business in California…' Said the person who became a billionaire doing business almost exclusively in California. So much so, it was a point of pride for the chain. Gotcha.' Snyder's grandparents opened their first In-N-Out in Baldwin Park in 1948, and for decades, the chain was renowned for serving a magical burger that could only be found in Southern California. Locals felt, and still feel, a sense of pride and ownership in the successful, homegrown business. It's a symbol of West Coast entrepreneurship, its cups and packaging decorated with images of palm trees. And if we're honest, the mere suggestion of In-N-Out leaving the state triggered a primal fear among Angelenos. Where else were we going to sit in a milelong drive-thru line at midnight waiting for a delicious burger and debatable fries? Newsom even chimed in, starting his X post with, 'For those interested in the facts, rather than fiction, In-N-Out is expanding East — creating a second HQ in Tennessee.' In SoCal, the company is shutting down its office in Irvine, consolidating its corporate operations to Baldwin Park. Today, In-N-Out operates in more than 400 locations across eight states. Snyder responded Monday to the kerfuffle in an Instagram post: 'Where I raise my family has nothing to do with my love and appreciation for our customers in California.' It's not the first time In-N-Out has made its stance clear on polarizing issues and politics. The company made news in 2021 when it pushed back against Newsom and California's COVID-era proof-of-vaccination mandates. In-N-Out's packaging also includes Bible verses, a practice started in the late '80s by Snyder's uncle, co-founder Rich Snyder. John 3:16 can be found on the bottom of the In-N-Out soda cup. The milkshake cup features Proverbs 3:5: 'Trust in the Lord with all thine heart; and lean not unto thine own understanding.' On your next visit, you can check for a verse in your fries container. That is, if there is a next time. Instead of the memory of a tasty burger, many lifetime In-N-Out loyalists have been left with a bitter taste in their mouths.
Yahoo
16 hours ago
- Business
- Yahoo
In-N-Out CEO Lynsi Snyder responds to backlash over California comments, move to Tennessee. 'We never forget our roots'
In-N-Out CEO Lynsi Snyder has addressed backlash online following her announcement to relocate her family to Tennessee amid the company's eastward expansion. In a video posted to Instagram July 21, the billionaire heiress explained the company headquarters is not moving but it is expanding with an office in Tennessee to "support growth." The $125 million corporate hub will be located in Franklin's Berry Farms neighborhood and is expected to open later this year. Snyder added that moving to the Volunteer State provides In-N-Out associates "wonderful opportunities" to buy a home, raise a family and be a part of the expansion in a different U.S. location. The update follows her appearance on conservative podcaster Allie Beth Stuckey's "Relatable," where she cited grievances with the Golden State's burdens on business and family life. "Where I raise my family has nothing to do with my love and appreciation for our customers in California," she continued. Here's what else to know. In-N-Out CEO Lynsi Snyder responds to news of Tennessee relocation: 'We never forget our roots' In a video featuring In-N-Out imagery over the years, Snyder expressed pride in the company's roots and said that 'moving to Tennessee is a very healthy plan for their growth,' citing numerous opportunities for In-N-Out employees in Tennessee and potentially in neighboring states. "It's tough here in California and this doesn't have to do with my love or loyalty to the state and our customers, but I love our associates and I would love to offer them this just like we've offered other states that provide different things to them," she said. "The dream of a home and a family is more feasible there for sure." She emphasized that the company's relationship with its customers is built on love, calling them the most important part of the business and a reason why In-N-Out remains deeply committed to customer service and quality. "Whether we are in California, Nevada, Arizona, Utah — go down the list, each one of those states has the same mission to serve our customers but we never forget where we came from," said Snyder. "We never forget our roots." What did In-N-Out CEO Lynsi Snyder say about company move to Tennessee? During her appearance on the 'Relatable' podcast, Snyder expressed frustrations with California and announced plans to relocate her family to Tennessee, where In-N-Out will open its second headquarters. 'There's a lot of great things about California,' Snyder said. 'But raising a family is not easy here. Doing business is not easy here.' She also criticized the state's handling of COVID-19 regulations, referencing the 2021 shutdown of two In-N-Out locations by health officials for failing to check customers' vaccine status, USA TODAY reported. "You've got to do this," Snyder said of the vaccine mandate for indoor dining. "You have to have this plastic thing between us and our customers. It was really terrible, you know? And I look back, I'm like, we should have pushed even harder on that stuff. We're not policing our customers." Snyder's announcement drew mixed reactions online, while some expressed empathy for her decision, others criticized her for speaking negatively about the franchise's home state. "Every In-n-Out I drive past has such a massive line that the staff has to go outside and take pre-orders. It's the flagship fast food restaurant of California," said one post on X. "She's lying." "'Not easy for In-N-Out to do business in California...' Said the person who became a billionaire doing business almost exclusively in California. So much so, it was a point of pride for the chain. Gotcha.'" read another. Is In-N-Out leaving California? No, Snyder said "the bulk" of In-N-Out stores will in remain California. By 2030, Snyder said the company will completely close its Irvine office, but the Baldwin Park headquarters will remain open, overseeing West Coast operations. In-N-Out currently operates more than 400 restaurants nationwide, with 300 located in California. The company has plans to open 35 locations in Tennessee. What In-N-Out locations are planned in Middle Tennessee? Several In-N-Out restaurants have been announced for Middle Tennessee, with many already under construction. They include locations in: Murfreesboro, Hendersonville, Lebanon, Madison, Antioch and Franklin. In-N-Out had previously considered a location in Mt. Juliet but officially withdrew plans, according to city officials. Contributing: Hadley Hitson, USA TODAY Diana Leyva covers trending news and service journalism for the Tennessean. Contact her at Dleyva@ or follow her on X at @_leyvadiana This article originally appeared on Nashville Tennessean: In-N-Out CEO addresses leaving California for Tennessee after backlash Error in retrieving data Sign in to access your portfolio Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data
Yahoo
17 hours ago
- Business
- Yahoo
In-N-Out CEO Lynsi Snyder responds to backlash over California comments, move to Tennessee. 'We never forget our roots'
In-N-Out CEO Lynsi Snyder has addressed backlash online following her announcement to relocate her family to Tennessee amid the company's eastward expansion. In a video posted to Instagram July 21, the billionaire heiress explained the company headquarters is not moving but it is expanding with an office in Tennessee to "support growth." The $125 million corporate hub will be located in Franklin's Berry Hill neighborhood and is expected to open later this year. Snyder added that moving to the Volunteer State provides In-N-Out associates "wonderful opportunities" to buy a home, raise a family and be a part of the expansion in a different U.S. location. The update follows her appearance on conservative podcaster Allie Beth Stuckey's "Relatable," where she cited grievances with the Golden State's burdens on business and family life. "Where I raise my family has nothing to do with my love and appreciation for our customers in California," she continued. Here's what else to know. In-N-Out CEO Lynsi Snyder responds to news of Tennessee relocation: 'We never forget our roots' In a video featuring In-N-Out imagery over the years, Snyder expressed pride in the company's roots and said that 'moving to Tennessee is a very healthy plan for their growth,' citing numerous opportunities for In-N-Out employees in Tennessee and potentially in neighboring states. "It's tough here in California and this doesn't have to do with my love or loyalty to the state and our customers, but I love our associates and I would love to offer them this just like we've offered other states that provide different things to them," she said. "The dream of a home and a family is more feasible there for sure." She emphasized that the company's relationship with its customers is built on love, calling them the most important part of the business and a reason why In-N-Out remains deeply committed to customer service and quality. "Whether we are in California, Nevada, Arizona, Utah — go down the list, each one of those states has the same mission to serve our customers but we never forget where we came from," said Snyder. "We never forget our roots." What did In-N-Out CEO Lynsi Snyder say about company move to Tennessee? During her appearance on the 'Relatable' podcast, Snyder expressed frustrations with California and announced plans to relocate her family to Tennessee, where In-N-Out will open its second headquarters. 'There's a lot of great things about California,' Snyder said. 'But raising a family is not easy here. Doing business is not easy here.' She also criticized the state's handling of COVID-19 regulations, referencing the 2021 shutdown of two In-N-Out locations by health officials for failing to check customers' vaccine status, USA TODAY reported. "You've got to do this," Snyder said of the vaccine mandate for indoor dining. "You have to have this plastic thing between us and our customers. It was really terrible, you know? And I look back, I'm like, we should have pushed even harder on that stuff. We're not policing our customers." Snyder's announcement drew mixed reactions online, while some expressed empathy for her decision, others criticized her for speaking negatively about the franchise's home state. "Every In-n-Out I drive past has such a massive line that the staff has to go outside and take pre-orders. It's the flagship fast food restaurant of California," said one post on X. "She's lying." "'Not easy for In-N-Out to do business in California...' Said the person who became a billionaire doing business almost exclusively in California. So much so, it was a point of pride for the chain. Gotcha.'" read another. Is In-N-Out leaving California? No, Snyder said "the bulk" of In-N-Out stores will in remain California. By 2030, Snyder said the company will completely close its Irvine office, but the Baldwin Park headquarters will remain open, overseeing West Coast operations. In-N-Out currently operates more than 400 restaurants nationwide, with 300 located in California. The company has plans to open 35 locations in Tennessee. What In-N-Out locations are planned in Middle Tennessee? Several In-N-Out restaurants have been announced for Middle Tennessee, with many already under construction. They include locations in: Murfreesboro, Hendersonville, Lebanon, Madison, Antioch and Franklin. In-N-Out had previously considered a location in Mt. Juliet but officially withdrew plans, according to city officials. Contributing: Hadley Hitson, USA TODAY Diana Leyva covers trending news and service journalism for the Tennessean. Contact her at Dleyva@ or follow her on X at @_leyvadiana This article originally appeared on Nashville Tennessean: In-N-Out CEO addresses leaving California for Tennessee after backlash Error in retrieving data Sign in to access your portfolio Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data
