Press Releases

Gov. McCrory Announces Awards for Excellence in Workforce Development

Governor Pat McCrory announced that the 2013 Governor’s Awards for Excellence in Workforce Development were presented today to three companies and four North Carolinians.

More than 1,600 New Employers Register with NCWorks Online

Commerce Secretary Sharon Decker announced today that more than 1,600 new businesses have registered to find qualified workers with NCWorks Online since the site was launched on Aug. 5.

GE Opens New Product Development Facility in Cary

, NC - Governor Pat McCrory congratulated GE Energy Management for opening its new Energy Management office in Cary. The new Cary office co-locates GE’s engineering and product management with other critical functions under one roof.

NC Commerce Secretary Decker Announces Broadband Survey

Broadband Survey Initiative Aims to Grow State’s Digital Economy

Gildan Activewear to Create More Than 500 New Jobs in Bladen, Davie, and Rowan Counties

Canadian apparel manufacturer to expand multiple N.C. facilities

Governor McCrory Proclaims October 4 Manufacturing Day

State tour will highlight workforce development and creation of 370 new jobs, $100 million in investments

Ceramics Manufacturer to Expand in Iredell County

Governor Pat McCrory and North Carolina Commerce Secretary Sharon Decker announced today that NGK Ceramics USA will expand its operations in Iredell County. The company plans to create 18 new jobs and invest more than $22 million in Mooresville.
 

Valve and Piping Manufacturers to Expand in Robeson County

Governor Pat McCrory and North Carolina Commerce Secretary Sharon Decker announced today that Flo-Tite Valve Controls and sister company Titan Flow Control will be expanding their manufacturing operations in Robeson County. 
 

Jacob Holm Industries to Expand in Buncombe County

Governor Pat McCrory and North Carolina Commerce Secretary Sharon Decker announced today that Jacob Holm Industries, a global nonwoven manufacturing company, will expand its operations in Buncombe County.  The company plans to create 66 new jobs with a minimum qualifying investment of more than

Fan Manufacturer Expansion Brings 184 Jobs to Cleveland County

Governor Pat McCrory and North Carolina Commerce Secretary Sharon Decker announced today that Greenheck Fan Corporation, a leading manufacturer of air movement and control equipment, will expand its operations in Cleveland County.  The company plans to create 184 new jobs and invest $30 million