Press Releases

Governor Announces Awards for Excellence in Workforce Development

Gov. Bev Perdue announced the Governor’s Awards for Excellence in Workforce Development were awarded in Greensboro today.

North Carolina Named America's 'Top Business Climate'

Gov. Bev Perdue announced today that North Carolina ranked as the nation’s “Top Business Climate,” according to Site Selection magazine.

Automotive Equipment Manufacturer to Locate in Gaston County

State Grant Helps Company Create 83 Jobs in Gastonia

North Carolina Receives Federal Grant to Increase Small Business Exports

SBA grant to assist companies with international sales

Wood Millwork Manufacturer to Create 170 Jobs in Caldwell County

State Grant Helps Company Expand in Lenoir

State Tourism Head Lynn Minges Named Career Woman of the Year

Business and Professional Women/Raleigh honor Assistant Secretary Lynn Minges

Denver Global Products to Create 450 Jobs in Lincoln County

State Grant Assists Company with Locating Manufacturing, Corporate Offices and R& D Operations in Lincoln County

Deere-Hitachi to Add 340 Jobs in Forsyth County

State Grants Assist Manufacturing Company with Expansion

Personal Care Products Manufacturer to Create 21 Jobs in Hoke County

Gov. Bev Perdue today announced that Unilever United States Inc., a manufacturer of personal care products, will expand its operations in Hoke County. The company plans to create 21 jobs and invest $29.9 million over the next three years in Raeford.

Textiles Manufacturer to Create 23 Jobs in Polk County

State Grant Helps Company Expand in Tryon