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WCED Executive Director Talks Jobs & Growth with WRAL TechWire

Michael Haley, Executive Director of Wake County Economic Development discusses increased interest in Wake County.  Read more >

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WCED National Media Campaign Lands Forbes Article

Through Wake County Economic Development's ongoing national media campaign efforts, Forbes reporter Elaine Pofeldt interviewed Wes Lawson, owner of Lawson Hammock.  Read more >

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Inc. Features Article on Raleigh

The article titled "Why Raleigh will be the next startup hub" was written by Jeff Barrett, after his three day visit to Raleigh. The article is an incredible and accurate reflection of the momentum of the region and highlights many local companies and amenities.  Read more >

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Raleigh celebrates Black Entrepreneurship Week

The Greater Raleigh Chamber of Commerce is proud to join the Innovation & Entrepreneurship Center of North Carolina to celebrate Black Entrepreneurship Week from July 9 - July 13. Click here for a full list of events and networking opportunities. Read more >

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Raleigh Makes Top 10 List for Best Large Cities to Start a Business

Raleigh along with two other North Carolina cities landed in WalletHub's 2018 Best Large Cities to Start a Business. Read more >

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senseFly Moves Operations to Wake County

Previously located in Washington, D.C., the company’s new office will accommodate its rapid growth and its location allows senseFly to join the Research Triangle, a growing network of technology leaders. Read more >

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Local Companies Recognized for Outstanding Executive Leadership

Raleigh companies Red Hat and Pendo received recognition in USA Today for outstanding executive leadership.  Read more >

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North Carolina wins the Gold Shovel for Economic Development Success

Area Development named North Carolina a Gold Shovel recipient for securing two of the largest economic development announcements in the country last year. Credit Suisse announced 1,200 jobs, while Infosys announced 2,000 during 2017.  Read more >

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Credit Suisse names new RTP site lead

Credit Suisse is promoting from within to replace longtime Research Triangle Park site lead Jim Captain. Its tapped 10-year Credit Suisse veteran Sophia Wajnert to lead the operation under a new title: senior franchise officer.  Read more >

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IBM veteran tapped to lead Infosys' new 2,000-job Raleigh hub

Infosys is taking a big bet on an IBMer, tapping former IBM Digital Commerce leader Deverre Lierman to helm its Triangle operation. Read more >