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The Wright Brothers chose North Carolina for its sand dunes known as Kill Devil Hills. While their decision made history that’s still touted on state license plates, the state is attracting game-changers these days with much more than dunes.

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In 2023, Feature story

Posted November 30, 2022

FINTECH FINDS NOTHING COULD BE FINER

Charlotte and the Triangle are leading the way as North Carolina becomes a fintech hub. The post-pandemic transformation of the workplace has shuffled the deck for communities and companies [...]

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In 2023, Q&A

Posted November 18, 2022

Economic Development Q&A: Machelle Baker Sanders, opening doors

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In 2023, Case studies, focus, Western region

Posted November 30, 2022

Focus: Western region, investing in the west

Western counties thrive on tourism while abundant educational resources and improving infrastructure attract business.

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In 2023, focus, Triad region

Posted November 30, 2022

Focus: Triad region, scoring big wins

The Triad and Carolina Core score big wins and prepare for more. Within less than 12 months, the region landed four big employers that are investing more than $13 billion in new facilities. —By [...]

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In 2023, Case studies, Eastern region, focus

Posted November 30, 2022

Focus: Eastern region, digging in

Eastern North Carolina, a perennial agricultural powerhouse, is turning new leaves. It’s refocusing, expanding and cultivating assets to create a bountiful future.