Economic Development Partnership of North Carolina (EDPNC)

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North Carolina Tariff Roundtable Tomorrow, Thursday, May 22 9:30-11:30am - join us virtually.... Join Economic Development Partnership of North Carolina (EDPNC) for a special in-depth Export Coffee Talk roundtable on Thursday May 22 9:30-11:30am focused on navigating tariff policies. The past 90 days has witnessed high-impact trade-related news, including tariffs to advance a host of national priorities to reciprocal tariff announcements from around the world. Hear from experts in this politically neutral session who will assist you in becoming flexible in not only your supply chain but also in your export markets. Topics covered will include tariff mitigation strategies, resources for current tariff information and potential follow-on impacts of the shifting tariff landscape. Register Here: https://lnkd.in/ewsNPRWh North Carolina international business leaders who will participate in the discussion include: • Michael Hubbard, Director International Trade, Economic Development Partnership of North Carolina • David Robinson, International Trade and Investment, and International Corporate Compliance Attorney at Maynard Nexsen • Jeri Barutis, JD, LCB, Senior International Trade Manager, Economic Development Partnership of North Carolina • Cathy Ma, Assistant Director, International Marketing, North Carolina Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services Marketing Division • William Harazin, Managing Member, HarazinLaw, Chair of the North Carolina District Export Council, NCDEC • Mike Seibert, EdD, CGBP, Director of Graduate & External Programs at Campbell University LFSB President, NASBITE International & Past President, North Carolina World Trade Association • Lisa Bamford, M.Sc., Director of Global Marketing & Business Development at Sciencix, President NC World Trade Association • Julie Detmering, President, Dynamic Compliance, Export Compliance Manager, Equilibar, NCDEC Member • Michi Calcagno, Executive Director, Japan-America Society of North Carolina (JASNC) • Christopher Beckwith, District Trade & Compliance Manager, Expeditors

🌎 INTERNATIONAL BUSINESS OPPORTUNITY: Join EDPNC for a Trilateral Trade Panel with Mexican and Canadian Consul Generals Attention North Carolina business leaders: The Economic Development Partnership of North Carolina (EDPNC) (EDPNC) International Team is proud to host a special panel discussion featuring the Consul Generals of Mexico and Canada, exploring the critical trilateral private sector relationships between #NorthCarolina, #Mexico, and #Canada. Event Highlights: - Gain exclusive insights on North American trade opportunities - Learn about navigating cross-border business partnerships - Discover how the USMCA trade agreement impacts your business - Network with key diplomatic representatives and regional business leaders Explore export/import opportunities in our largest trading partner markets The North American corridor represents billions in annual trade for North Carolina businesses. This is your chance to engage directly with diplomatic leaders who can help unlock new market potential for your company. 🔗 https://lnkd.in/eNKCFpG3 Don't miss this unique opportunity to strengthen your international business strategy. Limited seating available. #InternationalTrade #NorthCarolinaBusiness #EDPNC #GlobalBusiness

Join us on Tuesday, May 27 from 10-11:00 am for a practical, one-hour virtual session designed to help North Carolina #lifesciences companies understand the basic steps of obtaining CE Mark certification. Regulatory experts from MethodSense, a North Carolina company, will be joined by a representative from a leading European notified body to share foundational guidance for companies entering the EU medical device market. The session will also highlight key regulatory considerations for devices that incorporate Artificial Intelligence. This webinar is ideal for early-stage or export-ready companies planning to expand into Europe. This session is organized by Global Life Sciences Opportunities Business Exchange (GLOBE), an Intellectual Exchange Group with the North Carolina Biotechnology Center (NCBiotech). GLOBE partners include the U.S. Commercial Service North Carolina, NC SBTDC , and Economic Development Partnership of North Carolina (EDPNC). Topics Covered: The role and importance of the Conformité Européenne (CE) Mark for entering the European Union (EU) market. The interplay of the Medical Device Regulation (MDR) with other European Union legislations. Preparing for Notified Body (NB) conformity review process. Notified Body (NB) conformity assessment process overview. Top common issues for delays in the regulatory review process. Cost: $0 Register here: https://lnkd.in/dxGKnSF3

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We were honored to welcome Governor Joshua Stein and North Carolina Department of Commerce Secretary Lee Lilley to the North Carolina booth at the SelectUSA Investment Summit as we connected with international companies exploring US expansion. Their support reinforces what global investors are quickly discovering: North Carolina offers unbeatable advantages for business including a skilled workforce, top-tier infrastructure, innovation hubs, and a pro-business climate that drives results. Or as we like to say… It’s almost unfair to the other 49 states. It's not too late to stop by booth #200 and say hello! #AllinNC #SelectUSASummit #NorthCarolina

Genentech will build their first state-of-the-art manufacturing plant on the East Coast in Holly Springs, North Carolina! “We are thrilled to establish this relationship with the city of Holly Springs, where we expect to have a positive impact on the local economy and community, as we have across the United States since we pioneered the biotech industry nearly 50 years ago,” said Genentech CEO, Ashley Magargee. Read more: https://lnkd.in/eejF5Fra Left to right: North Carolina Department of Commerce Secretary Lee Lilley, Governor Joshua Stein, Genentech CEO, Ashley Magargee; Town of Holly Springs Mayor Sean Mayefskie, and North Carolina Biotechnology Center (NCBiotech) Senior Vice President, Bill Bullock.

Team North Carolina is ready to greet you at SelectUSA Investment Summit in Washington, DC. Stop by Booth #200 and find out why North Carolina is the best state to do business! #AllinNC

Happy SelectUSA week to all who celebrate! This year, the Economic Development Partnership of North Carolina (EDPNC) is excited to launch a new interactive Foreign Firms map showcasing all the foreign firms across North Carolina! Stop by the North Carolina booth to check it out and learn more about doing business in NC! We welcome you to explore the map even if you won't be at the show - and if you're a North Carolina economic developer, we hope you use it as you recruit foreign direct investment to your community! Huge shoutout to the EDPNC research team, and especially Victoria Suda for months of work to develop out this map. https://lnkd.in/ek3BZxWT

If you want to know how the economy is doing, talk to small business owners. In 2024, EDPNC Small Business Advisors supported over 12,000 small businesses, with over 5,000 of those businesses being minority-, women-, or veteran-owned. With the of free business counseling, financial resources and training programs, they’re making a big impact on our state and local economy. Learn More: https://ow.ly/4vcR50VNQl6 #smallbusiness #shoplocal