Manufacturer of products for outdoor recreational, commercial and U.S. military gear is creating at least 40 jobs
Project represents a corporate investment of more than $2 million
Sept. 26, 2024 – Exxel Outdoors, a brand leader dedicated to creating high-quality products for outdoor recreation, commercial uses and the U.S. military, is relocating its national warehousing and distribution center from Reno, Nevada, to Tupelo. The project represents a corporate investment of more than $2 million and will create at least 40 jobs.
Exxel Outdoors’ new Tupelo distribution center positions the company closer to the majority of its customers, providing even faster delivery and related services. Additionally, Tupelo provides a strong connection to Exxel’s manufacturing operations in nearby Haleyville, Alabama, where it owns the largest and only major sleeping bag plant in the U.S.
The Mississippi Development Authority is providing assistance through the Mississippi Flexible Tax Incentive, or MFLEX, program. Lee County also is assisting with the project.
Exxel Outdoors’ diversified portfolio includes brands with offerings in various sectors, including outdoor recreation, military, airbeds and urban travel. Its brands include Kelty, Kelty Tactical, Ultimate Direction, Sierra Designs, Hex, Slumberjack, Wenzel, SJK and X2O.
