Scroll down to learn more about Robert's visit to the Site Selector's Guild annual conference! |
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Find us in the April edition of Business North Carolina Magazine! |
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In a feature highlighting North Carolina’s Southeast, Robert spoke about the interest our community is seeing from domestic and international companies, the progress being made on the Sand Hill Road development, and the possibility of a high-speed commuter route between Raleigh and Fayetteville via the Rail to Raleigh project. Read more.
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FCEDC Sponsors DANC Chairman's Luncheon |
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The DANC is a state-focused nonprofit aimed at growing the defense economy across the state. Our Executive VP, Rob Patton, serves on the DANC board and is the co-chair of their Government Relations Committee.
Our area is home to many defense-related companies that have chosen Fayetteville and Cumberland County for their business activities. They employ veterans and family members of active-duty soldiers, and work diligently to find innovative, scalable, and specialized solutions to meet the needs of the US military. Read more.
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Three Cumberland County Schools experiments are headed to space!
On March 26, Cumberland County Schools crowned the winners of the 2024 STARward STEM Design Challenge. The three winning experiments will be launched into space later this year to be tested on board the International Space Station.
Through STARward STEM, elementary and middle schools around the county are developing a love of science, technology, engineering, and math through hands-on learning, and in turn, are preparing themselves for a potential career in STEM-related fields. A strong STEM workforce drives economic growth and competitiveness in the global marketplace, and prepares our community for future success. Read more.
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In the Spotlight: Liberty Point #2 |
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Liberty Point #2 is 139,500 SF, industrial-zoned spec building located just off Interstate 95 and minutes from the Fayetteville Regional Airport. The property is suitable for manufacturing, distribution, or warehouse space. It is available now.
"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.
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Business Needed for CCS ICON Summer Internship Program |
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BUSINESSES NEEDED! The ICON Summer Internship Program allows Cumberland County high school students ages 15+ to apply and interview to work in paid positions. This work-based learning program is an educational approach utilizing the workplace to provide students with the competencies and skills that allow them to connect school experiences to real-life work activities through career exploration, exposure to the real workplace, and achievement of work readiness skills. Read more to find out about this opportunity.
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Earth Day Volunteer Opportunities |
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Looking for a way to make our community a little greener and brighter while showing your Can Do Carolina community spirit? Here are three different Earth Day volunteer opportunities, all happening this Saturday, April 20th! Registration is encouraged.
The City of Fayetteville is hosting Fayetteville Beautiful from 9-3 at Festival Park. The volunteer portal is open for registration.
Cumberland County is hosting a county-wide litter pickup event from 8am-12pm. More info can be found here
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During the first week of April, Robert attended the Site Selectors Guild Annual Conference in Nashville, TN.
Site Selector events give us the chance to forge valuable connections with a network of business professionals. Site Selectors are hired to assist companies with finding the perfect locations for their projects. We make an impact by sharing industry knowledge, promoting our community's accessibility & affordability, exchanging ideas, and building trust and rapport. And yes, it also allows Robert to take the stage and make a memorable impression with his fantastic jacket and rockstar vocal abilities.
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#DidYouKnow?
North Carolina was ranked as the #1 State for Business in the country for the second year in a row by CNBC!
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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
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