Category: Business

Governor Pat McCrory and N.C. Commerce Secretary Sharon Decker announced Tuesday that Pactiv, LLC will expand manufacturing facilities in Lenoir and Iredell counties. The company plans to create 77 jobs in the two counties and invest more than $9 million in Kinston and Mooresville. “Manufacturers like Pactiv recognize that our state’s workforce is second to none,” said Governor McCrory. “We must continue to support education and job training programs that will help companies produce more goods with the ‘Made in …

TROY, N.C. – Governor Pat McCrory and North Carolina Commerce Secretary Sharon Decker announced today that Wright Foods will be expanding its food processing and packaging operation in Montgomery County.  The company plans to create 505 new jobs and invest $53 million over the next five years in Troy. Wright Foods currently employs more than 80 employees in North Carolina. “One of my top priorities is helping existing businesses grow and expand their operations in North Carolina,” said Governor McCrory. “It’s …

A ribbon cutting was held for Pelican’s SnoBalls to celebrate the opening of their new business.   Both Mayor O’Geary and County Commissioner Chair Tommy Hester were on hand with warm welcoming words on behalf of the City and County.  Also on hand to help in the celebration were local customers, family and the Chamber’s  Ambassadors and staff.  Pelican’s SnoBalls offers New Orleans style snoballs while focusing on bringing ONLY the highest quality product to their customers, friends and family!  With …

A ribbon cutting ceremony was held for Community Home Care & Hospice to celebrate their new office location.  Community Home Care & Hospice has been a member of the Henderson-Vance Chamber since July of 2004.  Their goal is to help patients with a life-limiting illness conditions live the rest of their life with comfort, dignity and compassion.  Hospice patients decide how and where they will spend the life they have left; and that can also choose what hospice benefits they …

The National Civic League last month named the ten winners of the 2013 All-America City Awards, an honor given each year to towns, cities, counties, neighborhoods, and metropolitan regions for outstanding civic achievement. Of the ten winners, three are in North Carolina – Dunn, Garner and Thomasville. Since 1949, the awards program has recognized more than 650 communities for addressing local challenges with innovative, grassroots strategies that promote civic engagement and cooperation between the public, private and nonprofit sectors. Hundreds …

Governor Pat McCrory and North Carolina Commerce Secretary Sharon Decker announced today (July 9) that GE Aviation, a global leader in jet engine and aircraft system production, will be expanding its manufacturing operations at four facilities in North Carolina. The project will create 242 new jobs and bring a capital investment of $195 million over the next five years. GE Aviation’s intent to expand was announced last month at the Paris Air Show. “Part of our state’s economic recovery not …

Governor Pat McCrory and N.C. Commerce Secretary Sharon Decker announced on June 27 that Rooms To Go will build a new warehouse, distribution center and retail showroom in Harnett County. The company plans to create 220 new jobs and invest $40 million over the next three years in Dunn. The N.C. Department of Commerce’s David Spratley was the developer on this project. “Rooms to Go knows our state’s support for the furniture industry is second to none,” said Governor McCrory. …

Governor Pat McCrory applauded action by the UNC Board of Governors on June 14. The board approved groundbreaking energy-saving efforts that avoid $25 million in costs through a unique guaranteed energy savings contract involving 13 UNC campuses, the UNC General Administration and several affiliated organizations. Over the seven-year length of the agreement, the energy-efficiency improvements will result in the installation of more than 100,000 lighting fixtures in classrooms, dormitories and other university facilities. “This system-wide effort represents the kind of …

The N.C. Department of Commerce’s Labor and Economic Analysis Division has released its June issue of N.C. Today. The North Carolina economy showed signs of improvement in May, but overall results are mixed. The smoothed seasonally adjusted unemployment rate decreased in May to 8.8 percent from 8.9 percent. Total nonfarm employment fell by 5,900 jobs over the month, but rose by 56,300 jobs, or 1.4 percent, over the year. The data appear less positive for manufacturing in the state as …

Raleigh, NC– Governor Pat McCrory and North Carolina Commerce Secretary Sharon Decker announced today that Rooms To Go will be building a new warehouse, distribution center and retail showroom in Harnett County. The company plans to create 220 new jobs and invest $40 million over the next three years in Dunn.  “Rooms To Go knows our state’s support for the furniture industry is second to none,” said Governor McCrory. “It’s always great news when existing companies choose to reinvest and …

The City of Sanford, a N.C. Main Street community since 1984, is one of 100 towns throughout the United States and Canada selected to participate in “Main Street Matters,” a promotional campaign and competition sponsored by Benjamin Moore during the month of June. The company will provide free paint and painting services to the 20 communities that win the hightest vote totals from a Web-based poll. Each winning community will be able to beautify three downtown city blocks. Sanford is …

N.C. Commerce Secretary Sharon Decker released an editorial that was published in several state newspapers during the weekend. The text of this editorial follows. Over the years, North Carolina has won awards from prestigious publications such as Forbes and Site Selection magazine as an attractive state in which to conduct one type of business or another. But these awards have overshadowed a troubling fact that plagues North Carolina workers and has directly impacted job prospects. Despite spending nearly $600 million …

RALEIGH – Governor Pat McCrory and North Carolina Commerce Secretary Sharon Decker announced today that DB Global Technology, Inc., which provides software application development and maintenance services in support of Deutsche Bank AG (DBAG), will expand its software development center in Wake County. The company plans to create 431 new jobs in North Carolina by the end of 2016 and invest over $13.5 million in its Cary location.  “High-tech research companies like DB Global Technology, Inc. know that North Carolina …

A ribbon cutting ceremony was held for the Home Decorator Shoppe on June 13th to announce their new business, with community leaders, chamber board members and honored guests present. The Home Decorator Shoppe specializes in home décor.  Patrons should see the many home decorating ideas to include bed ensembles, decorative painting, mirror antiquing, window treatments, blinds and shutters. Parham is also introducing a selection of hand-painted indoor and outdoor pillows by designer Stephanie Walker.  Stop in and browse in a relaxing …

The Henderson-Vance Chamber hosted a ribbon cutting for Instinctive Healing Massage to celebrate their business and new Chamber membership, with community leaders, Chamber Board members and honored guest present.  Christina Brock, opened a massage therapy practice offering Lymphatic, Swedish, Relaxation, Pre/Post Natal, Reflexology and chair massages. Sessions are tailored to the individual goals of the client with prices starting at $35 for half an hour and $60 per hour.  Therapeutic benefits of a massage include pain relief, rehabilitation, stress management, …

A ribbon cutting ceremony was held for Nancy Jo Photography on June 13th to announce their new business, with community leaders, chamber board members and honored guests present.  Nancy Jo Photography is the perfect choice for clients who desire unique, traditional and classic portraits with a little flair of trendy and fun!  Professional photographers Nancy Jo Smith and Jennifer Woodlief, along with their client services team are dedicated to providing exceptional service from the moment of inquiry through portrait delivery.  …

Governor Pat McCrory and North Carolina Commerce Secretary Sharon Decker announced yesterday (June 17) that GE Aviation, a global leader in jet engine and aircraft system production, is pursuing a major advanced manufacturing expansion at four facilities in North Carolina. The project would create 242 new jobs and bring a capital investment of $195 million over the next five years. GE Aviation would produce engine components made of advanced ceramic matrix composite (CMC) materials at a new facility located next …

The U.S. Small Business Administration has named the owner of ImmunoReagents Inc. in Raleigh the N.C. Exporter of the Year for 2013. Dr. Ann Black was nominated for the award by the N.C. Department of Commerce’s Director of International Trade Jean Davis and Briles Johnson, director of Women’s Business Center of North Carolina at the N.C. Institute for Minority Enterprise Development. The criteria for the award include: increased sales, profits and/or employment due to exporting, creative overseas marketing strategies and …

Governor Pat McCrory and North Carolina Commerce Secretary Sharon Decker announced today (June 18) that IOMAX USA, Inc. will be expanding its aircraft and integration operation in Iredell County. The company plans to create 35 new jobs and invest more than $1.75 million over the next three years in Mooresville. “This is an important expansion for us as we work to strengthen our role as a leader in the aviation sector,” said Governor McCrory. “We are also encouraged by the …