EDPNC's Go Global Road Show Comes to Fayetteville | | |
The Economic Development Partnership of North Carolina (EDPNC)'s International Trade Team is bringing its Go Global Road Show to Fayetteville on July 22, 2025. This event is for companies that are currently exporting, are export-ready, or want to learn more about developing new foreign markets.
To submit your interest in holding a one-on-one meeting with EDPNC's Foreign Trade Representatives and International Trade Managers, or to attend the lunch presentation and networking session, please fill out this Interest Form. The team will then contact you directly to finalize your scheduling.
| | CNBC Names North Carolina #1 State for Business | | |
For the third time in four years, North Carolina has been named the Top State for Business by CNBC! The annual study scores all 50 states across 10 categories, offering a total of up to 2,500 points. This year, North Carolina reigned in 1,614 points in total to claim the top spot. Falling closely behind were Texas at #2, Florida at #3, and Virginia fell to #4 from being last year's #1.
In the categories Infrastructure, Quality of Life, and Education, North Carolina received double the amount of points as Texas to help secure the top spot.
| | NVR Celebrates its 1st Anniversary in Fayeteville | | |
Please join us in celebrating NVR, Inc. as they mark one year of operations here in Fayetteville! NVR, the parent company of Ryan Homes, NVHomes, and Heartland Homes brands, produces high-quality homebuilding components that support residential construction across North and South Carolina.
NVR’s investment in our community has brought skilled jobs and advanced manufacturing capabilities to Fayetteville and Cumberland County. We’re proud to celebrate this milestone with them and look forward to their continued growth and success.
NVR is growing its local operations at its facility on Dunn Road near Business I-95. The company is currently hiring Manufacturing Production Laborers. The pay rate for the position starts at $22.75/hour, with no prior experience required, and includes a competitive benefits package. If you know of anyone who may be interested in applying, they may do so online!
| | Can Do Performance Financing Program Open Application Period | | |
The application period is now open for the Can Do Performance Financing Program's current round of funding. Existing businesses, located in a low-to-moderate income census tract within the City of Fayetteville, can request up to $750,000 for capital expenses in exchange for creating new full-time jobs.
Companies with 15 employees or fewer, that provide goods and services to institutional partners, are eligible to apply. Additional priority will be given to businesses within the aerospace, technology, defense, and cybersecurity sectors, and those that are minority, veteran, or woman-owned. Click here to learn more and apply!
| | FCEDC Announces New 25-26 Board Officers | | |
During the June Meeting, the FCEDC Board of Directors unanimously voted on the 25-26 Board Officers. Kathryn Cox and Tim Bryant will continue to serve as Chair and Vice Chair, respectively. Bill Hedgepeth and Carl Manning will take on new roles as Treasurer and Secretary.
We are thankful for the continued support of all our Board Members, both past and present!
Learn more about the FCEDC Board Members here.
| | Follow FCEDC on Instagram | | |
FCEDC has a new Instagram! Follow us and stay up-to-date with the latest project announcements, special initiatives, events, and more. Click here to follow us.
Stay in the know by following us on all our social channels: LinkedIn, Facebook, Twitter, and Bluesky.
| | | FCEDC by the Numbers - July 2025 | | Fayetteville Technical Community College Announces Workforce Training Partnership with NCDIT | | |
Earlier this month, Fayetteville Technical Community College hosted leaders from the North Carolina Department of Information Technology (NCDIT) to announce a new partnership with the Carolina Cyber Network (CCN). This new initiative will open the door for internship opportunities with the NCDIT, providing a real-world cybersecurity experience for students. Initial internships are expected to launch this fall.
Click here to read more.
| | GoodHomes Opens New Housing Communities | | |
GoodHomes Communities, a nationwide developer focused on converting underutilized buildings into high-quality, attainable housing, has officially opened two newly renovated apartment communities in Fayetteville: GoodHomes Cedar Creek and GoodHomes Bordeaux. These communities were created for the people who keep Fayetteville moving- from nurses and teachers to military families and service workers.
Both properties also feature retail space available for lease, with flexible layounts ranging from 3,000 to 7,500 square feet.
To learn more or apply to live at one of the communities, email info@goodhomesco.com.
| | Employment Opportunities in Cumberland County: July 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 sectors like manufacturing, distribution, logistics, and defense.
Review job openings here.
| | |
#DidYouKnow?
Fayetteville, NC has the second-highest percentage of black-owned businesses in the United States! (Lending Tree, 2025)
| | | | A Message from FCEDC President & CEO |
Thank you for reading this issue of Fayetteville Cumberland Economic Development Corporation’s newsletter.
We are excited to bring you the latest announcements and highlights from FCEDC and the community. Our team works daily to enhance job growth and prosperity across our region by attracting new businesses and expanding existing industry. We are grateful for the ongoing support of the City of Fayetteville, Cumberland County, and community partners.
Sincerely,
Robert M. Van Geons, CEcD
| | | | |
