As the Senior Economic Development Manager, Sam has a hand in all aspects of the team’s business recruitment, retention, and expansion efforts.

Before joining the Wake County Economic Development team, Sam worked in economic development in Chatham County, NC and previously served as an intern for the Research Triangle Regional Partnership. Sam’s interest in economic development was sparked by the impact the work has on communities by providing jobs and improving quality of life.

Sam grew up in Cary, NC before graduating from Roanoke College with a degree in Economics. A former college athlete, Sam uses his experience with team sports to collaborate with partners in the workplace. In his free time, Sam enjoys playing sports or supporting one of North Carolina’s professional teams. You can find him out and about in local parks and greenways or exploring downtown Raleigh and the surrounding region.