Building an Economy With Opportunities for All to Prosper
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NCGrowth is excited to announce new work at the cross-section of economic development and tribal
food sovereignty. Christina Theodorou, who manages NCGrowth’s anchor institution program, has forged a collaboration with award-winning Alaskan Chef Robert Kinneen, a long-time advocate for indigenous rights. Kinneen is the Outreach
Director of North American Traditional Indigenous Food Systems (NĀTIFS), which was founded by another renowned Native Chef, Sean Sherman.
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Founded in 2021 and headquartered in Winston-Salem, Bella Sol Medical Spa focuses on fostering
self-care by delivering top-notch, customized, medical-grade services tailored to enhance the well-being and vitality of its clientele. Read More ›
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The town of Garysburg, located in Northampton County, NC, aims to revitalize its old elementary
school by transforming it into a mixed-socioeconomic development hub. This project seeks to provide employment opportunities, educational resources, and foster social and economic growth for the community. NCGrowth analyzed diverse revenue
streams and effective cost-management strategies to ensure long-term value for the town. Read More ›
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In early June 2023, NCGrowth was in southwestern NC for a Showcase and staff retreat. Our Showcase
events are meant to highlight the interesting things happening in the communities that we work in, bring our partners together around delicious food, and share the work that we do with clients around the country. Check out this video
highlighting the showcase and our work in western N.C.
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Leading academics and innovators in the private and public sectors recently convened at the Kenan
Institute’s wealth inequality conference in June 2023 which was co-organized by NCGrowth to foster meaningful dialogue about the effects of income disparity and how education and research can create opportunities for more equitable access.
This post-conference video captures some of the content and perspectives explored.
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NCGrowth prepared an in-depth report examining how communities with large automotive manufacturers
can benefit from economic growth. Broadly, the report finds that local chambers of commerce should work with the large manufacturer to design workforce development programs and support local businesses via the supply chain. By developing
symbiotic relationships between new and existing businesses, communities can ensure that the economic gains brought by the arrival of new, large employers are also distributed to local firms and residents. Read Report ›
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November 30, 2023 • 11:00 A.M - 1:00 P.M. |
Windsor, NC
Join us for engaging presentations and lunch on Nov 30th, 2023, from 11:00 AM to 1:00 PM.
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