North Carolina’s Economic Development Network combines a diverse array of agencies and organizations that are united by a common purpose of serving the needs of business clients and advancing economic development.
Visit the Economic Development Contact Book for a comprehensive, searchable directory.
Visit our interactive N.C. Quick Fact Map for county and regional contact information.
North Carolina Department of Commerce
Business and Industry Development Team – Contact one of our professional economic development representatives.
International Offices – Contact one of our six International Investment offices.
Industry Sector Teams – Contact one of our targeted industry specialists for industry specific assistance.
North Carolina Regional Partnerships
Seven public-private regional development partnerships market North Carolina including:
AdvantageWest Economic Development Group
Charlotte Regional Partnership
North Carolina's Eastern Region
North Carolina's Southeast
Northeastern North Carolina Regional Economic Development Commission
Piedmont Triad Partnership
Research Triangle Regional Partnership
Other Resources
The North Carolina Economic Developers Association (NCEDA) includes professional economic developers and professionals in other fields – architects, developers, utility company representatives, academics and others – and provides professional development and networking opportunities. NCEDA also advocates for effective laws and policies through legislative action and collaboration with the N.C. Department of Commerce.