The e-newsletter for Catawba County's Existing Industries

Vol. 16 Issue 2

Good afternoon Nathan Huret,


Welcome to the Industry Pulse newsletter, your go-to source for valuable insights tailored specifically for businesses in Catawba County. In this issue, we are excited to share contributions from our partners at the Charlotte Regional Business Alliance, NCWorks, and K64. Their expertise and collaborative efforts further enrich our mission to empower businesses and foster economic growth in our region.


From strategic initiatives to emerging opportunities, this newsletter is your gateway to staying informed. We invite you to explore the content curated to empower your business endeavors.


Sincerely,

kpropst@catawbacountync.gov

828-267-1564

The CLT Regional Business Alliance is the voice of business and a regional economic development organization that assists with growing the economy and advocates for business in the city of Charlotte and the 14-county, bi-state region.

Step into the heart of manufacturing excellence with the

CLT Alliance Manufacturing Council.


Your participation in the CLT Alliance Manufacturing Council is an invitation to safeguard and nurture our manufacturing ecosystem. Together, let's fortify an environment that fosters growth, collaboration, and sustainability.


Starting early 2024


To learn more contact:

Laura Foor

VP External Affairs

lfoor@charlotteregion.com

Unlocking Futures: North Carolina Reentry Programs Paving the Way to Employment Success


The NC Commerce Reentry Initiative provides incentives for employers who hire individuals with a criminal record. The Federal Bonding Program provides insurance to employers who hire "at risk" workers, including those with criminal records. The Work Opportunity Tax Credit (WOTC) provides tax incentives for employers who hire justice involved individuals and other target groups. To find out more, register for the NCWORKS Commission Webinar Series.



NCWORKS Commission

Webinar Series

Tuesday, March 19, 2024

10:00 am - 11:30 am

Microsoft Teams Conferencing


Panel discussion with experts from Project Reentry, CharlotteWorks, Fierce Fellows, Operation Gateway, and more.


For more information please email your name, business, and contact information to ncworks_webinars@commerce.nc.gov


Deadline March 15th

Connect with tomorrow's talent today!


Xplore64 enables Catawba County employers of all sizes and industries to build awareness and early interest among current and emerging members of the local workforce. The new Xplore64 bridges this awareness gap by enabling employers to highlight the various positions that they offer while automatically connecting these positions with locally available training and preparation resources.



To find out more visit

www.xplore64.com

Catawba County EDC | (828) 267-1564 | www.catawbaedc.org