Tourism Day to mark travel industry’s record impact on N.C. economy
Wednesday, May 16, 2012
Governor Bev Perdue is proclaiming May 16 as Tourism Day in North Carolina, celebrating travel and tourism as a major industry that is vital to the economic stability and growth of the state. For the first time, state tax receipts as a result of visitor spending topped $1 billion in 2011 and have increased more than 50 percent in the last 10 years.
read more ... Governor Perdue announces record level of exports from N.C.
Monday, May 14, 2012
Governor Bev Perdue announced on May 14 that exports in 2011 surged to a record high, with increased global demand supporting job growth in the state. North Carolina’s merchandise exports grew 8% (or $2.1 billion) to $27 billion, surpassing the peak of $25 billion in 2008. read more ... Governor Perdue to invest in film industry workforce
Friday, May 04, 2012
On May 2 at EUE Screen Gem Studios, Governor Bev Perdue announced that her 2012-2013 budget proposal will include $1 million to launch a community college based workforce development initiative to continue fostering the skills and talents needed for the growing film sector in North Carolina. The funding will go to community colleges in Wilmington and Winston-Salem to develop and offer 10 new workforce training courses. read more ... Governor Perdue announces 212 new jobs with Inmar expansion
Thursday, April 26, 2012
Governor Bev Perdue announced on April 26 that Inmar, Inc., a technology company that operates collaborative commerce networks, will expand its corporate headquarters in Winston-Salem. The company plans to create 212 jobs over the next five years and invest $24.5 million. read more ... |