Economic Development Partnership of North Carolina (EDPNC)

NC has once again been named the #1 state for business, and Boone is proud to play a part in that success! As part of the Economic Development Partnership of North Carolina (EDPNC) celebration, a traveling billboard made its way to the High Country, just in time for peak week! 🍁 October showcases the full strength of Boone’s economy: where tourism, education, outdoor recreation and community meet. The billboard also made an appearance at our State of the Community Luncheon, where local leaders gathered to discuss Boone’s future, including updates on Boone Next, RISE Caldwell-Watauga, the connection between housing, childcare, and economic growth, and what's to come for the Boone Chamber in 2026. #AllinNC #TopStateForBusiness #WhyNC Boone’s melting pot of key industries reflects the same spirit that makes North Carolina a national leader. Read more about the billboard’s visit and our State of the Community Luncheon ➡️ https://lnkd.in/eEF42VP6

It’s no surprise North Carolina has been named CNBC’s #1 State for Business in America *again* this year. 🏆 Sometimes the best economic assets aren’t man-made — they’re right here in front of us. Stanly County is rich in the natural resources that make business growth possible: affordable land, clean air, and abundant water. These aren’t just features — they’re major advantages for companies looking to grow sustainably and efficiently. 🌊 From the beauty of Badin Lake and Lake Tillery ⛰️ Panoramic views at Morrow Mountain State Park 🛩️ Or the Stanly County Airport, a County-owned, joint civil-military, public-use airport We have it ALL: beauty unmatched and the lowest overall tax liability in the Charlotte Region. Here in Stanly County, we’re proud to be part of that story — where opportunity meets natural advantage. PS - who knew billboards could fly? 😉 Economic Development Partnership of North Carolina (EDPNC) Charlotte Regional Business Alliance CHAMBER OF COMMERCE-STANLY CO #SuccessInStanly #EconomicDevelopment #NorthCarolina #BestStateForBusiness #Sustainability #BusinessGrowth #SiteSelection #EDPros

MCEDP is proud to celebrate North Carolina’s #1 ranking as America’s Top State for Business! In Moore County, we have everything “teed up” for your corporate headquarters or golf-related business. 🏌 ⛳ High quality of life with world-class golf courses like the famed Pinehurst No. 2 👩🎓 Exceptional higher education at Sandhills Community College 🧑💼 Consistently one of the top 10 fastest-growing counties in NC 📈 Top 2% nationally for a stable and growing economy Pictured are: 1. United States Golf Association (USGA) Golf House Pinehurst and World Golf Hall of Fame 2. Payne Stewart, winner of the 1999 U.S. Open Championship in Pinehurst 3. 1st Hole of Pinehurst No. 2 from the Pinehurst Resort porch As we like to say, "It's a beautiful day in Pinehurst."   #AllinNC #TopStateForBusiness #WhyNC Economic Development Partnership of North Carolina (EDPNC)

Last week, the Economic Development Partnership of North Carolina (EDPNC)'s International Trade team had the privilege of partnering with Nelson Mullins Riley & Scarborough to host a delegation from Finland to explore opportunities in defense and dual-use innovation. Finland is proving to be a strategic partner for North Carolina and the discussions focused on how to strengthen the North Carolina–Finland private sector relationship, deepen technology and knowledge exchange, and identify new avenues for collaboration between our ecosystems. As we continue to expand North Carolina’s global footprint, this visit underscored why our state is not only the #1 state to do business in the U.S. but also the #1 state to work with #globally. Thank you to our Finnish partners, industry leaders, and organizations who joined us in advancing international partnerships that drive innovation, security, and economic growth. Ryan Combs, Andrew Heath, Fabian S., Jim Golsen, Juhani Sirén, Rob Creighton and Amb. James P. Cain