January 2025

The Can Do Performance Financing Program is Now Open!

Economic Horizons with Tom Barkin

The FCEDC is excited to host Tom Barkin, President & CEO of the Federal Reserve Bank of Richmond, who will is the featured speaker at the Greater Fayetteville Business Journal's Power Breakfast on February 27th, 2025.

Mr. Barkin will provide valuable insights into the evolving economic landscape and share his perspective on key trends, challenges, and opportunities. The GFBJ Power Breakfast will be held at the Cape Fear Botanical Garden from 7:30 am - 9:30 am. Purchase tickets here.

Van Geons speaking at the 2025 State of Real Estate Market Lunch

Robert Van Geons will be sharing updates and insights on local economic development at the Longleaf Pine REALTORS® (LPR) 2025 State of the Real Estate Market Luncheon, which will be held on Tuesday, February 18th at 11:45 am at the Crown Complex. Real estate professionals and community leaders are invited to attend. This flagship event will deliver essential insights into the current and future local real estate landscape while fostering connections across the industry. Reserve your spot today.

FCEDC by the Numbers - Year-End 2024 Infographic

In the Spotlight: 830 Tom Starling Road

830 Tom Starling Road is a 10,475-square-foot industrial building that offers exceptional functionality and adaptability for a variety of business operations. Click here for more.

For a database of commercial and industrial buildings available in Cumberland County, visit https://fcedc.com/sites-buildings/.



"In the spotlight" is a monthly rotating feature. If you have any questions about the property or would like to learn how to have your building or site featured, reach out to us at (910) 500-6464.

In the Community

Lafayette's Farewell Tour Bicenteniall Celebration

The Lafayette Society is excited to commemmorate the 200th anniversary of the Marquis de Fayette's visit to Fayetteville - the only place named for him that he personally visited.

Celebrations include a procession at noon on March 4th as Lafayette enters town on a horse-drawn carriage. Also slated are a Farewell Tour Ball on the 4th, a Farewell Tour Dinner on March 5th, and the chance to see the carriage that the Marquis de Lafayette used during his visit in 1825. Revelers may take a short guided tour of the Fayetteville Independent Light Infantry or explore Fayetteville's Lafayette Trail. More information found here.

CCS Encourages Business Participation in "Career-Con"

Cumberland County Schools encourages area businesses to participate in the District-Wide Pathways Fair at the Charlie Rose Agri Expo Center on February 21, 2025, from 9 am - 3 pm. The event aims to introduce students in 5th and 8th-12th grades to a variety of career paths, helping them make informed choices about their futures and develop essential skills for success in the workforce.

Employers will engage with students, network with educators and administrators, building connections that can support future collaboration and potential internships or job shadowing.

To participate, you may email Sara Bandurraga or register online here.

Employment Opportunities in Cumberland County: January 2025

Quality employment opportunities are available at companies across Fayetteville and Cumberland County. Whether you're looking for entry-level positions or advanced professional roles, our latest Job Openings blog post includes opportunities in all skill levels from our existing industry partners in manufacturing, distribution, logistics, and defense sectors.

Review job openings here.