The global economy has changed the way companies in the Carolinas do business and the tactics of economic developers who work to recruit employers to our region. While automation and cheap overseas labor have greatly impacted domestic manufacturers, NC Commerce Secretary Keith Crisco believes the state offers unlimited possibilities for foreign investors and existing businesses looking … Continue reading »
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A Blessing and a Curse
One of the first signs of an economic recovery may be in the furniture industry and the confidence of those placing new orders. However, the transport of both finished products and raw materials can be challenging with our region’s aging and strained transportation infrastructure. Our conversation includes Tom Conley, President and CEO of High Point Authority. … Continue reading »
Unemployment Irony
The irony behind the region’s unsettling unemployment numbers is the number of companies who are still unable to find and hire qualified workers. Matching job skills with employers’ needs is a top priority for the Carolinas’ chambers of commerce. In this episode, we talk with Tom Dayvault of High Point, Ted Hall of the Montcross Area, … Continue reading »
