Record #:

24272

Author(s):

Not Given

Abstract:

In this roundtable, leaders and executives from the Charlotte region discuss the area's triumphs as well as its challenges, particularly how major obstacles are handled to continue to ensure growth.

Source:

Business North Carolina (NoCar HF 5001 B8x), Vol. 35 Issue 10, October 2015, p22-24, 26-27, il, por Periodical Website

Subject(s):

Mecklenburg County--Economic conditions; Businesses

Record #:

24273

Author(s):

Doerr, Adam

Abstract:

In 1995, North Carolina started its Business Court when the North Carolina state legislature added funds for another state Superior Court judge. The Business Court has become a model for many other states, including Georgia and Delaware.

Source:

Business North Carolina (NoCar HF 5001 B8x), Vol. 35 Issue 10, October 2015, p42-45, por, bibl Periodical Website

Subject(s):

North Carolina--Business Court; Legal practices--History

Record #:

24274

Author(s):

Williams, Allison

Abstract:

In Sylva, North Carolina, Jackson Paper is a paper mill that produces paper for the construction of corrugated containers. The plant is one of three paper mills in the United States that does not discharge waste into surface or city water supplies. Rather, all of the water the plant uses is recycled, as is the material they use to make paper.

Source:

Business North Carolina (NoCar HF 5001 B8x), Vol. 35 Issue 10, October 2015, p60-65, il, por Periodical Website

Subject(s):

Jackson County--Industry; Paper mills

Record #:

24275

Author(s):

Mildenberg, David

Abstract:

The eastern region of North Carolina increasingly relies upon East Carolina University economically. Though it is the third largest UNC system school, it is still the underdog when compared to other schools like UNC Chapel Hill and NC State. ECU football has become a major social event for the region and head coach Ruffin McNeill works hard to ensure that his players perform well on the field and in the classroom.

Source:

Business North Carolina (NoCar HF 5001 B8x), Vol. 35 Issue 10, October 2015, p52-59, il, por, map Periodical Website

Subject(s):

Pitt County--Economic conditions; North Carolina, Eastern--Economic conditions; East Carolina University--Football