Record #:

19737

Author(s):

Martin, Edward

Abstract:

Martin introduces readers to the new Secretary of the North Carolina Department of Commerce, Sharon Decker. She had a career in the corporate world but left it to become a minister, prior to her present assignment.

Source:

Business North Carolina (NoCar HF 5001 B8x), Vol. 33 Issue 6, June 2013, p52-59, il, por Periodical Website

Subject(s):

Decker, Sharon Allred, 1957-; North Carolina Department of Commerce

Record #:

24242

Author(s):

Martin, Edward

Abstract:

Jim Fain served as secretary of commerce at a time when the economy started to fall and the North Carolina state budget was cut. The author interviews Fain on his responsibilities and how he thinks the economy is faring.

Source:

Business North Carolina (NoCar HF 5001 B8x), Vol. 22 Issue 2, February 2002, p10-15, il Periodical Website

Subject(s):

Commerce; Raleigh Chamber of Commerce; North Carolina Department of Commerce; North Carolina. Dept. of Commerce

Record #:

43497

Author(s):

Blake, Kathy

Abstract:

Formerly ranked amongst the 40 most economically distressed counties in North Carolina, Nash and Edgecombe's counties have struggled to remain afloat for several years. Amidst the struggle, the two subdivisions have plans for a bright future by welcoming both foreign and domestic business investors.

Source:

Business North Carolina (NoCar HF 5001 B8x), Vol. 42 Issue 8, August 2022, p79-86 Periodical Website

Subject(s):

Nash County--NC ; Edgecombe County--NC ; North Carolina Department of Commerce; Economic Development Partnership of North Carolina