At the Oracle Health Summit in Nashville, Larry Ellison, CEO of Oracle Corp., announced that the company’s planned campus in the city will serve as its world headquarters. This decision is part of Oracle’s larger plan to bring 8,500 jobs and invest over $1 billion in the city over the next decade.
Nashville was chosen as the location for Oracle’s new campus due to its prominence in the U.S. health care industry and its appeal to employees, as indicated by surveys. During a conversation about health care technology at the summit, former U.S. Sen. Bill Frist, who is also a doctor and businessman, questioned Ellison about the choice of Nashville. Ellison noted that Nashville’s strong presence in the health care industry and its vibrant culture make it an ideal location for Oracle’s new campus.
In 2021, Oracle purchased 60 acres of land in downtown Nashville for $254 million and committed an additional $175 million upfront for public infrastructure projects, such as a pedestrian bridge over the Cumberland River. The company’s plans for the riverfront campus include amenities like a community clinic, a concert venue, a hotel, and a restaurant, adding to Nashville’s appeal as a desirable place to live and work.