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GE Opens New Product Development Facility in Cary

, NC - Governor Pat McCrory congratulated GE Energy Management for opening its new Energy Management office in Cary. The new Cary office co-locates GE’s engineering and product management with other critical functions under one roof. In addition, it creates a global headquarters for GE’s Power Components and Power Equipment businesses.
 

Mitchell to Lead Rural Economic Development Division

Secretary Sharon Decker announced today that Dr. Patricia Mitchell will become the Assistant Secretary for Rural Economic Development at the N.C. Department of Commerce. 

Automotive Parts Manufacturer to Expand in Henderson County

Governor Pat McCrory and North Carolina Commerce Secretary Sharon Decker announced today that Continental Automotive Systems, Inc. will expand its manufacturing facility in Henderson County.  The company plans to create 40 jobs and invest more than $35 million over the next five years in Fletcher, North Carolina.

Wright Foods to Expand in Montgomery County

Governor Pat McCrory and North Carolina Commerce Secretary Sharon Decker announced today that Wright Foods will be expanding its food processing and packaging operation in Montgomery County.  The company plans to create 505 new jobs and invest $53 million over the next five years in Troy. Wright Foods currently employs more than 80 employees in North Carolina.

Food Packaging Company to Expand Facilities in Lenoir and Iredell Counties

Governor Pat McCrory and North Carolina Commerce Secretary Sharon Decker announced today that Pactiv, LLC will expand manufacturing facilities in Lenoir and Iredell counties.  The company plans to create 77 jobs in the two counties and invest more than $9 million in Kinston and Mooresville.

XPO Logistics to Expand in Mecklenburg County

Governor Pat McCrory and North Carolina Commerce Secretary Sharon Decker announced today that XPO Logistics, a company that provides freight management, expedited transportation and freight forwarding services, will expand its national operations center in Mecklenburg County. The company plans to create 287 new jobs in North Carolina by the end of 2014 and invest $688,000 into its Ballantyne Corporate Park location in Charlotte.

Governor McCrory Proclaims June 17-21, 2013 as Small Business Week in North Carolina

Governor Pat McCrory has proclaimed June 17-21, 2013 as Small Business Week in North Carolina, encouraging citizens to recognize the importance of small businesses and their owners here in this state.
"Small businesses are the backbone of North Carolina's economy," said Governor McCrory. "The entrepreneurial spirit of small business owners and the role they play in encouraging economic growth is vital to our state."

Adhesives Manufacturer to Expand in Randolph County

Governor Pat McCrory and North Carolina Commerce Secretary Sharon Decker announced today that Novamelt Americas will expand its manufacturing facility in Randolph County.  The company plans to create 10 jobs and invest more than $2.4 million over the next three years in Trinity, North Carolina.

DB Global Technology, Inc. to Create 431 Jobs in Wake County

Governor Pat McCrory and North Carolina Commerce Secretary Sharon Decker announced today that DB Global Technology, Inc., which provides software application development and maintenance services in support of Deutsche Bank AG (DBAG), will expand its software development center in Wake County. The company plans to create 431 new jobs in North Carolina by the end of 2016 and invest over $13.5 million in its Cary location. 

Heating Manufacturer to Expand in Buncombe County

Governor Pat McCrory and North Carolina Commerce Secretary Sharon Decker announced today that Tutco, Inc. will expand its manufacturing facility in Buncombe County.  The company plans to create 90 jobs and invest more than $500,000 over the next three years in Arden.
 
“Our state’s strong legacy in manufacturing continues to encourage companies like Tutco, Inc. to expand in our great state,” said Governor McCrory. “We’re proud of our manufacturing heritage and want to reignite that reputation.”