Yamaha Motor Corp. relocating U.S. headquarters to Kennesaw
Key Questions
When is Yamaha Motor Corp. relocating its U.S. headquarters to Kennesaw?
The relocation is confirmed for March 2026 from California. Job ramp-up is planned across 2026-2028, creating up to 2300 positions with salaries ranging from $31k to over $150k.
How will the Yamaha move affect local employment and partnerships?
The move is expected to bolster the Cobb County economy amid a 3.1% unemployment rate. It includes partnerships with Kennesaw State University and highlights new IT job openings at both Yamaha and KSU.
What educational opportunities are linked to Yamaha's arrival in Kennesaw?
Yamaha's relocation involves collaborations with Kennesaw State University. Related expansions include KSU's LINK partnership with Oglethorpe University for physics pathways and multiple local IT openings.
March 2026 move from CA confirmed; 2026-2028 ramp-up 2300 jobs ($31-150k+ KSU partnerships). Bolsters economy amid Cobb unemp 3.1% and ongoing local hiring. New IT job openings at Yamaha and KSU highlight growing opportunities.