August 2024

Project Aero chooses Cumberland County!

We are proud to announce that Project Aero has selected Fayetteville and Cumberland County for their aerospace-grade titanium mill. This project will create over 300 jobs in the community while investing more than $867 million in buildings and equipment. We'd like to thank Cumberland County, the City of Fayetteville, and PWC for their continued support in bringing the project to our area. Read the official press release here.

Robert Van Geons to speak at the Chamber's "State of the Community" luncheon

Robert Van Geons and Christopher Chung, CEO of the Economic Development Partnership of North Carolina, will be joining a group of distinguished speakers at Join us at the Greater Fayetteville Chamber's "State of the Community" event on August 29th at the Crown Complex. This event, presented by Methodist University and Cape Fear Valley Health, offers a unique opportunity to engage with community leaders, network with peers, and gain valuable insights into what is happening around Fayetteville and Cumberland County.

Purchase tickets or learn more here.

FCEDC Staff Attends Basic Economic Development Course

Through scholarships awarded by the North Carolina Economic Development Association (NCEDA), Darla Carnett and Brittany Tschida attended the Basic Economic Development Course at UNC's School of Government. The course is run by Professor Jonathan Morgan alongside speakers such as Crystal Morphis, Barry Matherly, Vicki Horton, and many other experienced economic developers. The class included over 100 professionals from North Carolina, South Carolina, Virginia, Delaware, and Michigan.

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In the Spotlight: 2740 Clark West Road

2740 Clark West Road is a proposed 300,000-square-foot building located in the Cedar Creek Industrial Park. This build-to-suit facility has 30 planned dock doors sized 9' x 10', with 25 knockout panels for future expansion. The property is zoned heavy industrial and can be available 12 months from the date of a signed lease agreement. 

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For a searchable 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 "in the spotlight," reach out to us at (910) 500-6464.

ICON Internship Showcase Allows Future Workforce to Shine

Over 120 Cumberland County School System students and 31 businesses participated in the ICON (Innovative Career Opportunities Now) Summer Internship Program. This work-based learning program allows students to obtain paid internship positions with businesses around Cumberland County, and develop the skills needed to thrive in workplace environments. This year, 225 students interviewed for positions at places like PWC, Systel, the City of Fayetteville, Cumberland County, Holmes Security, and the Fayetteville Woodpeckers. Congratulations to the participating businesses and students.

Read more from the Greater Fayetteville Business Journal.

Methodist University Cape Fear Valley Health School of Medicine Receives Grant from the Golden LEAF Foundation

The Methodist University Cape Fear Valley Health School of Medicine received an $8 million grant from the Golden LEAF Foundation on Thursday, August 1st. The new medical school will be located near the Cape Fear Valley Medical Center off Owen Drive and is planning to welcome its first class in 2026. The collaboration between Methodist University and Cape Fear Valley Health will provide students an opportunity to work with experienced faculty and healthcare professionals, shaping them for their future careers. Funds received from the grant will go towards instructional equipment, to include state-of-the-art technology.

For more information, click here.

Cumberland County Employment Opportunities: August 2024

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.