RALEIGH — Governor Pat McCrory and North Carolina Commerce Secretary Sharon Decker announced Friday that RC Creations, LLC, a seafood processing company, will establish a new facility in Pender County. The company plans to create 120 new jobs and invest more than $25 million by the end of 2017. “Our location on the Eastern Seaboard and top-notch workforce make North Carolina the perfect place for RC Creations to process and deliver seafood products to markets around the world,” said Governor …
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Gov. McCrory Announces Awards for Excellence in Workforce Development
GREENSBORO – Governor Pat McCrory announced that the 2013 Governor’s Awards for Excellence in Workforce Development were presented today to three companies and four North Carolinians. The awards honor individuals and businesses for outstanding accomplishments and contributions in helping North Carolina achieve its workforce development goals. “I congratulate these award recipients for their determination, innovation and commitment to helping make our employees the nation’s best,” said Governor McCrory. “Our highly skilled workforce is leading our economic recovery.” The N.C. Commission …
Broadband survey to evaluate state’s digital economy
N.C. Commerce Sec. Sharon Decker has invited all North Carolina households and businesses to participate in a new broadband survey released last week through NC Broadband. The survey and scorecard project will be conducted all across North Carolina throughout October to help households and businesses throughout the state increase their economic vitality by better utilizing broadband technologies. “The vision of NC Broadband is to improve the competitiveness of North Carolina’s businesses and workforce by promoting the use of information technology …
Rent-A-Center Chamber Ribbon Cutting
A ribbon cutting ceremony was held for Rent-A-Center on Monday, October 14, to announce their membership with the Chamber. Rent-A-Center offers high quality durable products such as major consumer electronics, appliances, computers, furniture and accessories under flexible rental purchase agreements that allow the customer to obtain ownership of the merchandise at the conclusion of an agreed-upon rental period. They offer same-day delivery, 90 days same as cash and an early purchase option. Rent-A-Center provides an easy, affordable way for people …
VGCC Small Business Center Seminars
Basics of Bookkeeping Tuesday, October 15, 2013 6:00 PM to 9:00 PM Instructor: Jess McLamb Location: Main Campus, Bldg 7, Room 7136 COST: FREE You know your product or service backwards and forwards, but does the bookkeeping for your business drive you crazy? This seminar will help you understand financial terms, plus you will get hands-on experience in preparing financials. Register here. AND, on Wednesday, October 16, 2013 from 10 AM -2 PM at VGCC’s Franklin Campus, …
Ceramics Manufacturer to Expand in Iredell County
Governor Pat McCrory and N.C. Commerce Secretary Sharon Decker announced on Oct. 4 that NGK Ceramics USA will expand its operations in Iredell County. The company plans to create 18 new jobs and invest more than $22 million in Mooresville. NGK Ceramics USA Inc. is a subsidiary of NGK Insulators, Ltd. of Nagoya, Japan. NGK Ceramics USA manufactures automotive ceramic substrates used globally in gasoline and diesel catalytic converters and directly supports and supplies all major automobile manufacturers, and heavy-duty …
Nonwoven Manufacturer to Create 72 New Jobs in Davidson County
Governor Pat McCrory and N.C. Commerce Secretary Sharon Decker announced on Oct. 4 that Custom Nonwoven Inc., a global producer of polyester staple fiber, will locate a new manufacturing facility in Davidson County. The company plans to create 72 jobs and invest more than $12.8 million over the next three years in Thomasville. April Kappler of the N.C. Department of Commerce and Leland Gaskins of the State of North Carolina Japan Office were the developers on this project. Custom Nonwoven …
Valve and Piping Manufacturers to Expand in Robeson County
Governor Pat McCrory and N.C. Commerce Secretary Sharon Decker announced on Oct. 4 that Flo-Tite Valve Controls and sister company Titan Flow Control will be expanding their manufacturing operations in Lumberton in Robeson County. The N.C. Department of Commerce’s Ken Allen served as the developer on this project. Flo-Tite plans to create as many as 25 new jobs and invest more than $1.5 million. Titan Flow Control plans to create up to 15 new jobs and invest more than $2 …
Jacob Holm Industries to Expand in Buncombe County
Governor Pat McCrory and N.C. Commerce Secretary Sharon Decker announced on Oct. 4 that Jacob Holm Industries, a global nonwoven manufacturing company, will expand its operations in Buncombe County. The company plans to create 66 new jobs with a minimum qualifying investment of more than $45.9 million. The total capital investment is likely to exceed $60 million when the final project is complete. This growth will take place over the next three years in Candler. The N.C. Department of Commerce’s …
Gildan Activewear to Create More Than 500 New Jobs in Bladen, Davie, and Rowan Counties
Governor Pat McCrory and North Carolina Commerce Secretary Sharon Decker announced Tuesday that Gildan Yarns, LLC, a subsidiary of Gildan Activewear Inc., will expand its existing yarn spinning manufacturing facilities in Bladen and Rowan counties and establish a new yarn spinning facility in Davie County. David Spratley served as the developer on the project for the N.C. Department of Commerce. The company confirmed today that it will invest in excess of $250 million to build a yarn spinning facility behind …
Fan Manufacturer Expansion Brings 184 Jobs to Cleveland County
Governor Pat McCrory and N.C. Commerce Secretary Sharon Decker announced on Oct. 4 that Greenheck Fan Corporation, a leading manufacturer of air movement and control equipment, will expand its operations in Cleveland County. The company plans to create 184 new jobs and invest $30 million over the next five years in Shelby. The N.C. Department of Commerce’s Uconda Dunn was the developer on this project. Greenheck Fan Corporation is a broad spectrum manufacturer of commercial and industrial air movement and …
VGCC Small Business Center Upcoming Classes
DEBT COLLECTION Wednesday, October 9, 2013 9:00 AM to 12:00 PM Instructor: Harry Ponder Location: Bldg 7, Room 7107 Cost: FREE This seminar will help a small business owner understand the importance of having a meaningful collection policy and making sure their accounts receivables are not absorbing their working capital. This will also help them know what resources are available to assist in collecting their past due accounts. Register here. IS YOUR BUSINESS BANKABLE? Wednesday, October 9, …
NC Department of Revenue Presents “Business Essentials” in Henderson, NC
The NC Department of Revenue will present a seminar titled “Business Essentials”. The NC Department of Revenue will cover basic requirements to help businesses in North Carolina understand the laws and obligations necessary to be a compliant business. Overview of the Seminar: Participants will become familiar with NC tax laws that are pertinent to businesses and the responsibilities of a business owner. The seminar will provide a range of information on how to register a business to filling out and …
VGCC hosts free Revenue Department seminar for Small Businesses
The North Carolina Department of Revenue, in partnership with Vance-Granville Community College’s Small Business Center, will present a free seminar, called “Business Essentials,” on Wednesday, Oct. 30 from 10 a.m. until Noon in Room 7107 on VGCC’s Main Campus in Vance County. In this seminar, the Department of Revenue will cover basic requirements to help businesses in North Carolina understand the laws and obligations necessary to be a compliant business. Participants will become familiar with North Carolina tax laws that …
2nd Annual Small Business Summit
The 2nd annual Small Business Summit will be held Tuesday, October 22nd 2013 from 5:30pm-8:30pm. Organized by VGCC Small Business Center in partnership with the Henderson-Vance Chamber of Commerce, Granville County Chamber of Commerce, the Chamber of Commerce of Warren County and the Greater Franklin County Chamber of Commerce. Join us to learn about “Knowing What’s Vital To Your Business Today.” DON’T MISS THESE SPEAKERS!! Harry Ponder, President, Carolina Business Services will be addressing the anticipated changes that small business owners will …
“Knowing What’s Vital to Your Business Today”
The Vance-Granville Community College Small Business Center in partnership with The Granville County Chamber of Commerce, Henderson-Vance Chamber of Commerce, The Chamber of Commerce of Warren County and Greater Franklin County Chamber of Commerce present The Second Annual Business Summit – “Knowing What’s Vital to Your Business Today” Tuesday, October 22nd – 5:30-8:30 pm at Vance Granville Civic Center. For more information, please contact Tanya Weary 252-738-3240 or wearyt@vgcc.edu.
VGCC and Chambers invite area residents to Small Business Summit
The Vance-Granville Community College Small Business Center’s second annual Small Business Summit, entitled “Know What’s Vital to Your Business Today,” will be held in the Civic Center on VGCC’s Main Campus on Tuesday, October 22 from 5:30 until 8:30 p.m. Business representatives and interested members of the community are invited to this event, which has been organized in partnership with the Granville County Chamber of Commerce, the Henderson-Vance Chamber of Commerce, the Chamber of Commerce of Warren County and the …
VGCC Small Businesses Classes for the Week of 9/23/13
OPTIONS FOR FUNDING YOUR BUSINESS Tuesday, September 24, 2013 1:00 PM to 3:00 PM Instructor: Alyssa Mako Location: South Campus, Room TBD Cost: FREE Do you need financing for your small business? Learn the various ways how to get start-up capital. Traditional bank loans, micro loans and the SBA programs will be explained in detail. Register here: https://www.ncsbc.net/workshop.aspx?ekey=530330010 YOUR ENDANGERED BUSINESS: THE TOP FIVE THREATS FACING BUSINESSES TODAY Tuesday, September 24, 2013 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM Instructor: Hal Muetzel …
“The Entrepreneurial Equation” Free Seminar at VGCC Offered October 10th
Vance-Granville Community College’s Small Business Center will present a free seminar, called “The Entrepreneurial Equation,” on Thursday, October 10 from 6 until 7 p.m. in room 7136 on the college’s Main Campus in Vance County. Will Jakes, a Financial Advisor with Edward Jones in Oxford, will be the instructor for this seminar, which is designed to help educate business owners about tools and strategies to help make building, running and preserving a business easier. Jakes will discuss key steps involved …
VGCC offers Disaster Preparedness seminar for Small Businesses
Vance-Granville Community College’s Small Business Center will present a free seminar on disaster preparedness, called “Ready Business,” on Wednesday, Oct. 16 from 10 a.m. until 2 p.m. in Room 401 at VGCC’s Franklin County Campus near Louisburg. Rachel Monteverdi, a Family and Consumer Sciences agent with the N.C. Cooperative Extension office in Franklin County, will serve as instructor for the seminar. Monteverdi will provide information on how preparing for a disaster can save a small business, lives, merchandise and money. …