Workwear retailer invests nearly $53M in Georgia expansion, creating 300 jobs

BARTOW COUNTY, Ga. — Duluth Trading Company is creating more than 300 jobs in Bartow County.

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The workwear retailer is building a new distribution and fulfillment facility in Adairsville.

“There are many aspects of our region that make businesses successful, particularly our talented citizens and transportation corridors,” said Adairsville Mayor Kenneth Carson. “Adding to that, the caliber of Duluth’s innovations in technology and strategy, along with their excellent reputation, surely will quicken their success. We look forward to a great partnership.”

It represents a $53 million dollar investment in the county.

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“We are excited to welcome an iconic brand in Duluth Trading Company to the Peach State,” said Gov. Brian Kemp. “We are confident this new facility will begin a prosperous relationship with the people of Bartow County as Duluth expands to meet the distribution needs of our modern economy.

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The company operates mostly online but has 65 retail locations, including one in Kennesaw.

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