North Carolina's Southeast

What makes North Carolina’s Southeast ideal for growing your business? The 20 counties that comprise North Carolina’s Southeast offer an ideal business climate and location for companies of all industries and sizes to succeed. Let us assist you with your company's growth in the global economy. North Carolina's southeastern region can provide you with information about buildings and land, skilled labor, incentives, housing, and any other information you need while considering a relocation or expansion of your business. We want to talk to you! Find out more about #OurRegionYourFuture at https://www.ncse.org/. 

We are excited to announce that the Economic Development Partnership of North Carolina (EDPNC), along with site consultant firm Site Selection Group, LLC, and civil engineering firm Thomas & Hutton, has selected four sites from our region as part of the inaugural 15 sites for the NC Selectsite Readiness Program! This program highlights North Carolina's efforts to identify medium-to-large sites (<1,000 acres) best positioned to serve major advanced manufacturing projects. In the Southeast region, Lenoir, New Hanover, Richmond, and Wayne Counties had sites named on this prestigious list. Congratulations to Lenoir, New Hanover, Richmond, and Wayne Counties and their leadership for achieving this significant recognition for their high-quality industrial sites! Their hard work and dedication have positioned these sites as top choices for advanced manufacturing projects. 📖 Read the full NC Selectsite Readiness Report here: https://bit.ly/3XXIroV

We are thrilled to share that CNBC has named North Carolina the #2 state for business! 🏆 This prestigious recognition underscores our state’s thriving business climate, robust economy, and the hard work and dedication of our communities and partners.   At NCSE, we take immense pride in being part of this dynamic ecosystem that continues to attract and nurture businesses and industries. Our collaborative efforts drive innovation and growth, making North Carolina a top choice for business success.   💬 "This recognition is a testament to the collective efforts of our communities and partners in creating a business-friendly environment. We are proud to contribute to North Carolina’s success." – Steve Yost, President at NCSE   We thank everyone who contributes to our state’s ongoing success. Let’s continue to work together to make North Carolina an even better place to live, work, and do business.   What do you think makes North Carolina a great place for business? Share your thoughts in the comments below! ⬇️   #NCSE #NorthCarolina #TopStateForBusiness #EconomicDevelopment #BusinessGrowth #Innovation #CommunitySuccess #BusinessLeadership #EconomicGrowth #StateRanking #BusinessDevelopment #CNBC

🚀 Kicking Off the New Fiscal Year with Ambitious Plans! 📆 North Carolina's Southeast has launched an updated three-year strategic plan to boost regional prosperity through targeted marketing, product development, advocacy, and collaboration. This plan aims to attract 2,000 jobs and over $400 million in investments by enhancing industrial sites, implementing innovative marketing strategies, and strengthening local economic development efforts. Join us in driving economic growth and regional success! 🌱 Learn more about our strategic plan here: ncse.org/publications #NCSE #EconomicDevelopment #SoutheasternNC #RegionalGrowth

🎉 Celebrating 30 Years of Growth! 🎉   Do you remember 1994?   🏈 The Cowboys won Super Bowl XXVIII. 📺 "Friends" made its debut. 🌐 Netscape was the go-to software for browsing the internet.   Here in the Southeast, The Southeastern Partnership was born, igniting NC's Southeast's dedicated efforts to foster economic development in our region. We began with just 11 counties, with Gene Miller as the organization's first chair for the new Board of Directors, which held its inaugural meeting in July.   Since then, we've expanded to 20 counties and have seen billions invested in our communities, driving growth and prosperity throughout Southeastern North Carolina!   Stay tuned as we celebrate our 30th anniversary and reflect on three decades of remarkable achievements and community impact.   #NCSE30 #EconomicDevelopment #SoutheasternNC #wegrowcommunities

Thanks to Kassie Simmons at North Carolina’s Southeast for coming to Columbus County to take some drone footage for us! If you are in the NCSE region and have not taken advantage of this opportunity, please do! This is an awesome way to get footage to market existing buildings and greenfield sites! Thanks North Carolina's Southeast

🎉🎂 Celebrating 30 Years of Economic Growth and Success! 🎉🎂 This July marks a special milestone for North Carolina's Southeast as we celebrate our 30th birthday! 🎈 Since our establishment in 1994, NC's Southeast has been dedicated to fostering economic development and building relationships that have resulted in billions of dollars invested in our region and thousands of jobs created. Over the next month, we'll be sharing several historic moments from the last 30 years that have shaped our organization and contributed to the growth of our communities. Thank you to everyone who has been a part of our journey. Here's to many more years of collaboration and prosperity! #Anniversary #NCSE #EconomicDevelopment #30YearsofSuccess #30Years #GrowNC

🚚🌟 Happy #NationalLogisticsDay! 🌟📦 Today, we celebrate the critical role of logistics in driving economic growth and connecting businesses worldwide. North Carolina's Southeast is proud to highlight our region's robust logistical assets that support business success: 🚢 NC State Ports Authority: Providing access to global markets through the Port of Wilmington and Port of Morehead City. 🛫 Wilmington International Airport (ILM): Offering efficient air cargo services and connectivity. 🚆 Aberdeen Carolina & Western Railway: Offering efficient rail transportation solutions. 🚂 CSX and Norfolk Southern: Providing extensive rail networks for freight transportation. 🛣️ NCDOT: Maintaining a comprehensive highway network, including the I-95 corridor, facilitating efficient road transportation. Learn more about how our logistics infrastructure supports business success: https://lnkd.in/ew2eMj4J Let's continue to innovate and grow together!

Our Vice President, Joe Melvin, had the privilege of introducing Chris Lloyd, Senior Vice President & Director of Infrastructure & Economic Development at McGuireWoods Consulting at #NCEDA2024Annual. Chris Lloyd, a distinguished figure in economic development, delivered an intriguing speech on North Carolina's standing in economic development and site selection. North Carolina’s Southeast deeply appreciates his invaluable insights and expertise in advancing regional economic development. We’re grateful to work with site selectors like him to further southeastern North Carolina!

Congratulations to the 2024 NCEDA Award Recipients! NCEDA is proud to recognize the following individuals for their outstanding contributions to economic development in North Carolina: o Gary Lanier, Ed.D., Director of Columbus County Economic Development Commission, awarded the 2024 Small Market Deal of the Year. o Dylan Finch, Senior Business Recruitment Manager at Economic Development Partnership of North Carolina (EDPNC), and Marvin Price, Executive Vice President of Greensboro Chamber of Commerce, honored for the 2024 Mid-Size Market Deal of the Year. o Kevin Franklin, President of Randolph County Economic Development Corporation, recipient of the 2024 Large Market Deal of the Year. o Mary Lesa Pegg, North Carolina Industrial Development Manager for Norfolk Southern, recognized as the 2024 NCEDA Innovator of the Year. o Elizabeth Underwood, NCCED, Director of Economic Development for Stanly County, named the 2024 Emerging Leader of the Year. o Kelly Andrews, CEcD, Economic Development Director of Pitt County, and Page Castrodale, Executive Director of Cabarrus Economic Development Corporation, awarded the 2024 Economic Developers of the Year. o Katherine Thomas, Vice President of Business Development & Marketing at Alfred Williams and Company, honored with the 2024 President’s Award. These awards celebrate their dedication and achievements in driving economic prosperity across our communities. Congratulations again to all the recipients! #NCEDA2024Annual #EconomicDevelopment