Category: Business

Henderson, NC (January 1, 2013) — Wyndham Hotel Group, the world’s largest hotel company with over 7,260 hotels and part of Wyndham Worldwide Corporation (NYSE: WYN), today announced plans to convert Jameson Inn to Baymont Inn & Suites. The property will be managed by Channel Point Hospitality, LLC, a wholly owned and operated subsidiary of Aimbridge Hospitality, a hotel and real estate management company based in Dallas.                                                                                                                        Dave Johnson, President and CEO of Aimbridge Hospitality, is thrilled about Aimbridge Hospitality’s …

The N.C. Department of Commerce’s N.C. Main Street Center, Urban Development Division, will hold the 2013 North Carolina Main Street Conference, the downtown revitalization event for the state, in historic downtown Salisbury Jan.30-Feb. 1. The conference will feature fresh, new collaborative partnerships that are creating locally owned enterprises, cultural and entertainment venues, downtown housing, schools and a mix of activities. It’s no longer downtown business as usual. Innovative ideas are attracting people, interest and investment, making communities more resilient and …

For the second time in five years, Charlotte hosted the American Bus Association’s Annual Marketplace, one of the premier industry events for group travel. More than 3,000 tourism industry professionals attended the trade show last week, with all receiving a healthy dose of memorable group travel experiences in Charlotte, the region and the state. Attendees enjoyed networking opportunities through more than 100,000 scheduled, face-to-face business appointments, evening events, dine-arounds, sightseeing tours, tradeshow exhibits and more. The N.C. Department of Commerce’s …

Herbalife, a NYSE-listed company that manufactures and markets nutrition products, announced Jan. 19 that it will establish a manufacturing facility in Winston-Salem. The company plans to create 493 jobs over the next three years and invest approximately $130 million in the purchase and complete retro-fitting of an existing facility, to include the machinery and technology to create a world-class manufacturing facility which is in full compliance with U.S. Good Manufacturing Practices for dietary supplements and food products. The project was …

Phonebooth, a major cloud-based business VOIP phone provider, has announced the winner of a national Small Business Innovator Awards Program. Winning the grand prize of $20,000 was Simplicity Sofas, a High Point-based furniture manufacturer. Its highly innovative, yet stylish sofas are designed for ease of assembly and multi-functionality. The company’s products are made to order and can fit in and through tight spaces. Finishing third in the national voting out of 25 finalists for this award was another North Carolina- …

RALEIGH – Gov. Bev Perdue announced today that ACX Pacific Northwest Inc. will locate a new facility in Wayne County. The company plans to create 38 jobs and invest $4.7 million over the next three years in Goldsboro. The project was made possible in part by a $60,000 grant from the One North Carolina Fund. “My first priority is creating jobs. Our state’s top-notch business climate continues to attract companies like ACX,” said Gov. Perdue. “This announcement also strengthens our …

RALEIGH – Gov. Bev Perdue announced today that Balfour Beatty Rail Inc. will expand its operations in Wayne County. The company plans to create 29 jobs and invest more than $1 million during the next three years in Goldsboro. The project was made possible in part by a $60,000 grant from the One North Carolina Fund. “My highest priority is creating jobs,” Gov. Perdue said. “Our state’s highly-rated workforce and job training programs create a strong business climate where advanced …

RALEIGH – Gov. Bev Perdue today announced that TENOWO Inc., formerly known as HOF Textiles, a manufacturer specializing in functional and decorative nonwovens for automotive, industrial and apparel applications, will expand its operations in Lincoln County. The company plans to create 26 jobs and invest $7.2 million over the next three years. The project was made possible in part by a $50,000 grant from the One North Carolina Fund.  “Creating jobs is my first priority,” said Gov. Perdue. “Our customized …

RALEIGH – Gov. Bev Perdue today announced that Exela Pharma Sciences, a pharmaceutical manufacturer, will expand its facility in Caldwell County. The company plans to create 38 jobs and invest $8.5 million over the next three years in Lenoir. The project was made possible in part by an $189,000 grant from the One North Carolina Fund. “North Carolina has a proud and celebrated history in manufacturing,” said Gov. Perdue. “North Carolina’s biotech industry is thriving because of our highly-skilled workforce …

RALEIGH – Gov. Bev Perdue announced that International WoodFuels LLC will construct a 300,000 metric ton-per-year wood pellet plant in Wilson County. The company will create 32 full-time jobs and invest more than $60 million in Sims over the next three years. The project was made possible in part by a $100,000 grant from the One North Carolina Fund. “North Carolina has a proud and celebrated history in manufacturing,” said Gov. Perdue. “Manufacturers are locating here because our state’s investments …

RALEIGH – Gov. Bev Perdue today announced that Ellwood Advanced Components LLC, a manufacturer of turbine blades, will expand its operations in Forsyth County. The company plans to create 55 jobs and invest $33 million over the next five years in Rural Hall. The project was made possible in part by an $188,000 grant from the One North Carolina Fund. “Creating jobs is a top priority of mine,” said Gov. Perdue. “Our highly-skilled workforce and highly-rated business climate have allowed …

RALEIGH – Gov. Bev Perdue today announced that Willow Tex LLC, a textile manufacturer and distributor, will locate a new facility in Surry County. The company plans to create 37 jobs and invest $6.1 million during the next three years in Mount Airy. The project was made possible in part by a $130,000 grant from the One North Carolina Fund.  “North Carolina has a long and celebrated history in the textile industry,” said Gov. Perdue. “Manufacturers are locating here because …

RALEIGH – Gov. Bev Perdue announced today that Gildan Activewear Inc. (“Gildan”), through its yarn-spinning subsidiary, CanAm Yarns LLC (“CanAm”), plans to open a new ring-spinning facility in Salisbury to support its projected growth. Gildan is a marketer and vertically-integrated manufacturer of quality-branded basic family apparel and is rapidly expanding its presence in the U.S. and international markets. The company plans to create approximately 170 jobs over the next two years and invest over $50 million. The project was made …

RALEIGH – Gov. Bev Perdue announced today that Klausner Lumber Two, a privately-owned softwood timber manufacturer, will establish a state-of-the-art sawmill in Halifax County. The company plans to create 350 jobs over the next three years and invest $110 million. The project was made possible in part by state grants from the Job Development Investment Grant and the One North Carolina Fund. “Creating jobs is my top priority and the fact that globally competitive companies continue to make investments like …

RALEIGH – Gov. Bev Perdue today announced that Draka Elevator Products, a manufacturer and reseller of products for the elevator market, will expand its operations in Nash County. The company plans to create 67 jobs and invest more than $3.1 million over the next three years. The project was made possible in part by a $100,000 grant from the One North Carolina Fund. “My first priority is creating jobs,” said Gov. Perdue. “Our customized job training programs and skilled workforce …

RALEIGH – Gov. Bev Perdue announced today that JELD-WEN, a manufacturer of windows and doors, will locate its new North American Headquarters operations in Charlotte.  The company plans to create at least 142 jobs over the next two years and invest $2 million. The project was made possible in part by a state Job Development Investment Grant.    “North Carolina continues to be a top choice for companies looking to expand or relocate operations,” said Gov. Perdue. “North Carolina is a …

RALEIGH—Gov. Bev Perdue announced today that the U.S. Department of the Interior is moving ahead to designate sites off of North Carolina’s coast for development of offshore wind energy. In working with Gov. Perdue and the N.C. Intergovernmental Renewable Energy Task Force, the federal Bureau of Ocean Energy Management has identified three potential areas for commercial offshore wind energy off North Carolina’s coast. A formal announcement is being published in the Federal Register, titled: “Commercial Leasing for Wind Power on …

All-Terrain Vehicle Association has named Busco Beach in Goldsboro the 2012 ATVA National Extreme Dirt Track of the Year. Racers, promoters and members of the racing community gathered to vote on the 2012 winner, which was announced at an awards banquet last month. Eight contending tracks competed for the prestigious award but Busco Beach walked away with the esteemed honor – for the second year in a row. This past Labor Day weekend, the staff of Busco Beach hosted a …

For the third year running, North Carolina has ranked in the top 4 states on the influential Forbes’ Best States for Business list, published today (December 12, 2012).  In the full report on Best States for Business and Careers, North Carolina earned an overall ranking of No. 4, also ranking especially high on the following sub-factors that contribute to the overall rankings: No. 2 Best Business Costs  No. 3 Best Regulatory Environment No. 3 Best Labor Supply Governor Bev Perdue’s …