The upcoming 4th Annual Small Business Summit & Expo presented by CenturyLink will be held on Tuesday, October 20, 2015 beginning at 11:30 AM at the Warren County Armory Civic Center. This year’s theme is Weaving The Fabric of a Thriving Economy. The event is free to the first 50 who register. Includes your lunch! If you are interested in attending, please register for this event here: https://www.ncsbc.net/workshop.aspx?ekey=530350063. Once registered, please kindly respond to this email as to the 3 …
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Novant Health Franklin Medical Center to close
LOUISBURG, NC – Oct. 7, 2015 – Novant Health Franklin Medical Center announced today that it will cease operations Oct. 16, 2015, following several years of declining utilization. Hospital leaders have notified the state and are working closely with patients on an individual basis to coordinate ongoing care. Hospital employees will have access to outplacement assistance from the North Carolina Department of Commerce, which may include job fairs, financial planning workshops, interest/aptitude assessments and other specialized services. Novant Health Perry …
North Carolina adds $60 Million to its Film and Entertainment Grant Fund
The North Carolina legislature has allocated a total of $60 million ($30M for 2015-16 and another $30M for 2016-17) to the state’s film and entertainment grant as part of its fiscal biennium budget. The grant program awards productions a rebate of up to 25% of their qualified in-state spending. Combined with the state’s renowned crew base, established infrastructure, and picturesque locations, the grant should put North Carolina on any upcoming production’s radar. To be eligible, a production must be able to start …
Chamber Ribbon Cutting – State Farm Insurance – Margier White, Agent
A ribbon cutting was held on Wednesday, September 30th at 10 AM for State Farm Insurance – Margier White, Agent to celebrate the company’s membership with the Chamber and to showcase the business and all that it has to offer. Guided by the highest levels of honesty, integrity and respect, coupled with a sincere commitment to fulfill client needs – Their agency serves as a community resource that exceed expectations, delivers comprehensive insurance products and relevant financial options. They have …
Chamber Ribbon Cutting – Shortcakes
Tucked away down a country road in Epsom, NC you will find Shortcake’s Embroidery business where Clareese’s creativity comes to life. She has a base of over 130 customers from a four-county area. On Tuesday, September 29th friends, customers, Chamber representatives and our Mayor gathered to celebrate the 20th Anniversary of Shortcake’s Embroidery business with a ribbon cutting. When asked about her business Moss said, “Her mission is and always has been to provide her customers with excellence when it …
VGCC announces Small Business Summit and Expo; Warrenton businesswoman to keynote
The Vance-Granville Community College Small Business Center is planning its fourth annual Small Business Summit and Expo, which is scheduled for Tuesday, Oct. 20, from 11:30 a.m. until 4:45 p.m., at the Warren County Armory Civic Center in Warrenton. Local partners helping to organize the event are the Chamber of Commerce of Warren County, the Warren County Economic Development Commission, the North Carolina Cooperative Extension Warren County Center, and the Lake Gaston Regional Chamber of Commerce & Visitors Center. In …
Registration open for November 5th food-business workshop
RALEIGH – The N.C. Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services is offering a free workshop for food-business owners November 5, 2015. The workshop, “Growing Your Food Business,” will take place from 8:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Wake County Center, 4001-E Carya Drive. “North Carolina has a wealth of food entrepreneurs who are ready to take that next step in growing their business,” said Agriculture Commissioner Steve Troxler. “Our goal with this workshop is to provide these early-stage business …
Recordkeeping, Business Plans to be discussed at free VGCC Seminars October 6th, 2015
The Vance-Granville Community College Small Business Center has scheduled a pair of free seminars for Tuesday, Oct. 6, at the college’s Main Campus in Vance County. “Licenses, Recordkeeping & Tax Issues for Small Businesses” will be held from 1 until 4 p.m. that day. “How to Write a Business Plan: The Most Important Part of Starting A Business” will follow from 6 until 9 p.m. The location for both is Room 7107 (Building 7). Leading both seminars will be Ed …
Chamber Ribbon Cutting – 1001 Flea Market
A ribbon cutting was held for 1001 Flea Market to celebrate their new membership with the Henderson-Vance Chamber of Commerce at 10 AM on August 28th. The business is located at 119 Warrenton Road in Henderson. The Flea Market opened in April 2014 and currently has 30 vendors. The 1001 Flea Market became a member of the Henderson-Vance County Chamber of Commerce to support the advancement of the local community and to promote the vendors located at the Flea Market. …
Communities Prep for New Jobs with Utility Account
With Mocksville’s Southpointe Business Park operating at near capacity, Davie County leaders wanted to expand the park to include 85 additional acres nearby, but linking the two properties would require a new road and bridge. To address the challenge, Davie leaders turned to the state’s Utility Account for help. Earlier this year, the North Carolina Rural Infrastructure Authority approved a $450,000 request by the Town of Mocksville that will help make new parcels available for businesses and jobs. The Utility …
Building Reuse Grows Jobs & Communities
In today’s fast-paced economy, it doesn’t take long for a once-modern industrial building to become obsolete. But companies and communities looking to update older buildings can tap state support through the Building Reuse Grant Program. Administered by the Rural Economic Development Division of the North Carolina Department of Commerce, the program provides matching funds to property owners and tenants for modernization of electrical systems, plumbing, lighting, HVAC, security features and more. The result is not just better buildings, but permanent …
Communities Can Strengthen Innovation
The North Carolina Board of Science, Technology and Innovation is a key partner in a new initiative to build and sustain local innovation in communities outside of the Triangle and Charlotte. InnovateNC: A Cross-City Learning Collaborative will be an intensive, two-year collaborative allowing up to five North Carolina communities to build and sustain their local innovation ecosystems based on a new economic development model. By actively sharing best practices and then widely disseminating results, InnovateNC intends to help scale innovation …
VGCC Food Truck Entrepreneurship program comes back for seconds
Vance-Granville Community College will offer its Mobile Food Truck Entrepreneurship Workshop Series for the second time. This series of courses for entrepreneurs who want to compete in the growing food truck industry is unique in the North Carolina Community College System. A partnership of VGCC’s Small Business Center and Personal Enrichment department, the program will again be held at the college’s Franklin County Campus, located on N.C. 56, just west of Louisburg. Queen Harris, owner/operator of the Chick-n-Que mobile food …
VGCC to offer Craft Artists Entrepreneurship program at Farmers Market
Vance-Granville Community College is offering a new course designed specifically to help creative local residents with skills in arts and crafts to succeed as entrepreneurs. The “NC REAL Professional Craft Artists Entrepreneurship” program will be conducted at the Vance County Regional Farmers Market, located at 210 Southpark Drive in Henderson, on Tuesdays from 6 until 9 p.m., Aug. 11 through Sept. 29. “If you are considering starting your own business selling your handmade items, then the NC REAL Professional Craft …
Chamber Ribbon Cutting – Quilt Lizzy
A ribbon cutting was held for Quilt Lizzy to celebrate their current expansion efforts and new membership with the Henderson-Vance Chamber of Commerce on June 30th. The business is located at 110 East Macon Street in Warrenton. Starting in 2011 as what she thought would be a quilt-finishing shop, owner Susan Harris opened the storefront as a longarm studio to offer quilting supplies and complement her online business. However, Quilt Lizzy has become a destination quilt shop bringing customers to …
Chamber Ribbon Cutting – Daurity Family Dentistry
Daurity Family Dentistry and their dental team welcomed attendees at its Ribbon-Cutting Ceremony sponsored by the Henderson-Vance Chamber of Commerce held on Monday, June 29 at 4 PM. The practice is located at 511 Ruin Creek Road in Henderson. The event featured office tours, food and beverage. Dr. Daurity and her dental team would like to thank those in attendance for attending in support of Daurity Family Dentistry and for welcoming them into the community. Daurity Family Dentistry looks forward …
Chamber Ribbon Cutting EXQUIZID CUTS 2.0
A ribbon cutting was held on June 9 to celebrate the opening of ExQuizid Cuts 2.0, a full-service barber shop owned by Lucas Perry. Located at 208 S. Garnett Street, the shop offers a variety of services including hair cutting, styling, quick weaving and designing. There are 5 barbers on staff (with one chair available for another to join) and 2 stylists. ExQuizid Cuts has a heart for the community and pairs with the Boys & Girls Club to help …
Chamber Ribbon Cutting – Red Roof Plus
A ribbon cutting and Business After Hours was held on Thursday, June 4th for Red Roof Plus at 200 Simmons Street in Henderson to celebrate their Grand Opening and membership with the Chamber. County officials, business leaders owners and friends were among those in attendance to help in the celebration. Attendees were able to enjoy hot food, cold beverages and win really great door prizes! Our property includes all NextGen® upgrades: modern furniture, flat screen TVs, 36 HD channels, vessel …
Chamber Ribbon Cutting – Five And Under
A ribbon cutting was held on May 18 to celebrate the opening of Five and Under and membership with the Henderson-Vance Chamber of Commerce. Located at 1654 N. Garnett Street, the retail store saves their customers time by staying fixated on life’s simple supplies such as health and beauty aids, food and snacks, candy, toys, gifts, gift bags and wrap, laundry detergent and household cleaning supplies, and maybe something that you just can’t live without…it also sells all of these …
Joint Chamber Ribbon Cutting – Drake Dentistry
A ribbon cutting was held for Drake Dentistry at 1215 SE Industry Drive in Oxford to celebrate their new facility and membership with both the Granville County Chamber and Henderson-Vance Chamber of Commerce. At Drake Dentistry, your smile is their top priority. Dr. Drake and his entire team are dedicated to providing you with the personalized, quality dental care that you deserve. When you visit their office you will experience all that modern dentistry has to offer, including a comprehensive …