North Carolina Global TransPark Economic Development Region

🚀 **New Business Opportunity in Wayne County!** 🚀 We are excited to announce the availability of the Wayne County Development Alliance **30K Shell Building** at ParkEast Industrial Park! This modern facility offers 30,000 square feet of industrial space, perfect for businesses looking to expand or establish a new presence in Wayne County. 🏢 **Key Features:** - **Size:** 30,000 sq. ft. - **Location:** ParkEast Industrial Park - **Accessibility:** Close to major highways, ports, and airports - **Customization:** Tailor the space to fit your unique needs Position your business for growth and success with this prime industrial space. Explore the benefits of locating your operations in Wayne County and learn more about this fantastic opportunity by visiting our website. #WayneCounty #EconomicGrowth #IndustrialRealEstate #BusinessExpansion #ParkEast #ShellBuilding #HeartOfEasterNC --- Feel free to adjust the details as necessary!

🌟 **Industrial Property in Wayne County!** 🌟 We are excited to announce the availability of the Wayne County Development Alliance **50K Shell Building** at ParkEast Industrial Park! This state-of-the-art facility is strategically located in the heart of Wayne County, offering 50,000 square feet of prime industrial space ready to meet the needs of your growing business. 🏭 **Key Features:** - **Size:** 50,000 sq. ft. - **Location:** ParkEast Industrial Park - **Proximity:** Convenient access to major highways, ports, and airports - **Flexibility:** Customizable to suit your specific requirements Whether you’re looking to expand or relocate, this Shell Building provides the perfect opportunity to position your business for success. Discover more about this incredible facility and what Wayne County has to offer by visiting our website. #WayneCounty #EconomicDevelopment #IndustrialSpace #BusinessOpportunity #ParkEast #ShellBuilding #HeartOfEasterNC

The first week of the North Carolina Global TransPark ACE Academy was action-packed! Camp attendees learned about potential aviation careers and the history and principles of flight, explored various aircraft types, visited a local airport and aviation industry, and flew drones! Excellent aerospace and aviation careers abound here in eastern NC, and the ACE Academy is showing that. We are grateful for the wonderful partnerships that made this week happen! Special thanks to presenters Greene County Schools, Lenoir County Schools, North Carolina Global TransPark, and Lenoir Community College for hosting the event. We look forward to next week and more opportunities for students to engage in activities that inspire and educate them about potential career opportunities in the aviation and aerospace industries. #Aerospace #AviationCareers #ACEAcademy #NCGlobalTransPark

FRC East C130 MRO Complex Construction UPDATE: The land clearing was finished in mid-June, and the site development is now being carried out by the joint venture of Barnhill Contracting Company and TA Loving Company, which will serve as the construction manager. The contractors' office trailers have been set up on-site, and current objectives, including over-excavation removal, fill hauling, and fence improvements, are now ongoing. This complex will provide space for Fleet Readiness Center East to perform maintenance operations on C130s and other aircraft for the Air Force and Navy, bring over 400 aviation jobs to the North Carolina Global TransPark and positively impact the economy of eastern NC and the EDR region. To learn more about this project, click: https://hubs.la/Q02GfhV20 #C130 #MROComplex #NCGlobalTransPark #EconomicDevelopment

It is great to see the ACE Academy encourage the future aerospace leaders of tomorrow!

Exciting news for the North Carolina Global TransPark Economic Development Region: two EDR sites have been selected for the North Carolina Selectsite Readiness Program. The Economic Development Partnership of North Carolina (EDPNC) released the North Carolina SelectSite Readiness Report, detailing North Carolina’s efforts to identify up to fifteen (15) sites across the state best positioned to successfully serve major advanced manufacturing projects. For more details, click the link below. https://hubs.la/Q02G3B7s0 #EconomicDevelopment #SelectSiteReadiness #ParkEast #GlobalTransPark Wayne County Government, North Carolina I Lenoir County, NC (North Carolina)

EDR’s Trey Cash continued the Speaker Series events via Microsoft Teams with STEM East earlier this week. Greene County and Lenoir County Manufacturing Association members heard how STEM East collaborates with regional businesses, school districts, economic development offices, and others to engage students across our region in real-world STEM learning opportunities. Guest speakers were Trey Goodson, David Lewis, and Donna Phillips. Thanks to all who attended.

Today, we celebrate Independence Day and the birth of our nation. As we give thanks for our independence and freedoms, may we remember to work together as a united people to strengthen our country for future generations! Happy Independence Day!

Press Release: Norris Tolson Joins the Rocky Mount Area Chamber of Commerce in Economic Development/Special Projects We are proud to announce that Norris Tolson has joined our team to spearhead Special Projects relating to Economic Development initiatives. With a distinguished career in both the public and private sectors, Tolson brings a wealth of experience and expertise to this critical role. Tolson’s career is marked by significant leadership roles, including his tenure as Vice President of Special Projects and as the former CEO and President of the Carolinas Gateway Partnership, where he served from January 2016. Most recently, he was a senior advisor for economic development with the Williams Mullen law firm. His extensive background also includes serving as the President and CEO of the North Carolina Biotechnology Center from 2007 to 2014. Tolson’s contributions to public service are notable. He has served as the North Carolina Secretary of Commerce, the North Carolina Secretary of Transportation, and the North Carolina Secretary of Revenue from 2001 to 2007. In 1999, he chaired the North Carolina Hurricane Floyd Relief Fund, demonstrating his commitment to state-wide recovery efforts. Elected to the North Carolina General Assembly, Tolson represented parts of Edgecombe, Nash, Pitt, and Wilson Counties in the House of Representatives from 1994 until 1997. His dedication to higher education is reflected in his service on the Board of Trustees of North Carolina State University, where he held positions as Vice Chairman and First Vice Chair of the executive committee. Tolson graduated from North Carolina State University (NCSU) with a bachelor's degree in crop science and agribusiness. His outstanding career achievements and dedication to community service have earned him the Distinguished Alumni Award from NCSU. Additionally, Tolson served in the U.S. Army from 1963 to 1965, further exemplifying his commitment to public service. Before embarking on his public service career, Tolson worked with E.I. du Pont de Nemours and Company, where he held various roles in marketing, research, and sales for the agricultural products and electronics divisions. His career with DuPont included several years of international experience, particularly in Europe. "We are thrilled to welcome Norris Tolson to the Chamber," said David Farris, Chamber President/CEO. "His vast experience and deep understanding of economic development will be invaluable as we continue to drive growth and innovation in our region. We are confident that Norris’s leadership will further our mission of enhancing the economic vitality of our community." Norris Tolson's addition to the Rocky Mount Area Chamber of Commerce underscores our commitment to leveraging seasoned expertise to foster economic growth and prosperity. His proven track record of success and dedication to service will undoubtedly enrich our efforts to advance the interests of our members & the broader community.

Congratulations, NCSE team! Thank you for your support and partnership in promoting economic growth in Eastern NC.