$9.6 Million Investment to Create 56 New Jobs in Putnam County
BAXTER, Tenn. – November 6, 2025 – Anatolia Cabinet and Millwork, a leading manufacturer of custom cabinetry and millwork, announced plans to establish its first Tennessee facility in the City of Baxter. The $9.6 million investment will create 56 new jobs and introduce the state’s first and only AI-integrated production system for cabinet and millwork manufacturing — marking a major milestone for advanced manufacturing in the region.
The new facility will position Anatolia Cabinet and Millwork at the forefront of automation and innovation, leveraging artificial intelligence to enhance precision, efficiency, and production capacity. The company’s investment underscores Tennessee’s continued growth as a hub for next-generation manufacturing and workforce development.
Since 2020, the Tennessee Department of Economic and Community Development (TNECD) has supported more than 34 projects in the Upper Cumberland region, resulting in over 3,000 new job commitments and nearly $1 billion in capital investment.
Leadership Statements
“Today’s announcement underscores our commitment to supporting growth and opportunity across rural Tennessee. The creation of nearly 60 new jobs will be transformative for the Putnam County community, and I thank Anatolia Cabinet and Millwork for selecting Baxter, Tennessee as its first location.” — Governor Bill Lee
“When companies choose Tennessee, it’s a clear vote of confidence in our business-friendly climate and talented workforce. We are proud to celebrate new jobs and investment in Putnam County and are thrilled that Anatolia Cabinet and Millwork’s facility will be the state’s first to utilize AI-integrated production technology, demonstrating how advanced innovation is transforming manufacturing right here in Tennessee.” — Stuart C. McWhorter, Deputy Governor and Commissioner, TNECD
“Four years ago, I made the decision to pursue a fully automated, AI-driven cabinet and millwork manufacturing facility in Baxter, Tennessee. We believe this project will bring meaningful economic and technological benefits to Baxter and the surrounding communities. We are proud to open this facility in Putnam County and look forward to becoming an active partner in the region’s continued growth and innovation.” — Temel Islamogu, Owner, Anatolia Cabinet and Millwork
About the Tennessee Department of Economic and Community Development (TNECD)
TNECD is the state’s primary agency dedicated to fostering economic growth through job creation and community development. By attracting new corporate investment and helping existing businesses expand, TNECD strengthens Tennessee’s competitive landscape and economic prosperity.
For more information, visit tnecd.com.
Media Contact:
TNECD
Chris O’Brien
Public Information Officer
(615) 934-5879
chris.obrien@tn.gov
