Major Employers
From a nationwide food processor and producer like Campbell Soup to the lead producer of engineering of glass materials like Potters Industries, large employers call Lamar County their home and headquarters. See the chart below to see a few of our major employers in Paris and Lamar County.
| Company | Industry | Employees |
|---|---|---|
| Paris Regional Health | Healthcare | 900 |
| Campbell Soup | Manufacturing – Food Processing/Production (Soups/Juice/Sauces) | 700 |
| Kimberly-Clark Corp. | Manufacturing – Paper Products (Disposable Diapers) | 600 |
| The Results Company | Customer Service Center | 419 |
| HWH | General Construction/Site Selection/Design Services | 419 |
| RK Hall Construction | Construction (Highway & Bridge Contract/Asphalt Products) | 200 |
| Delco Trailers | Manufacturing (Trailers) | 200 |
| Huhtamaki | Manufacturing (Paper Cartons) | 189 |
| AMERICAN SpiralWeld | Manufacturing (Iron and Steel Pipe and Tube Manufacturing from Purchased Steel ) | 140 |
| Paris Print Works | Decorated Apparel and Promotional Products | 100 |
| Silgan Containers | Manufacturing (Aluminum Cans)Manufacturing (Aluminum Cans) | 90 |
Local Incentives
The PEDC will consider a total cash incentive towards the creation and retention of jobs, paid over the term of the agreement and pending average wage.
State Incentives
The 78th Texas Legislature established the Texas Enterprise Fund (TEF) in 2003 to help attract new jobs and investment to the state.
National Incentives
The New Markets Tax Credit program (NMTC) was designed to give incentives to businesses for development in disadvantaged areas as designated by the US Department of Commerce.
Taxes
Client will be eligible for a 100% exemption from Ad Valorem taxes (City, County, and School) on inventory that leaves the State of Texas within 175 days of arrival.
Success Stories
People are the greatest asset when it comes to a growing economy, a strong workforce, a thriving community, and successful partnerships. With this in mind, we take every opportunity to build meaningful relationships with our clients, business leaders, and community. The success stories speak for themselves. There’s no better way to tell our story than to share theirs.