These publications help paint a picture of where our state has come from and where it’s going: economically, culturally and educationally.
North Carolina: The State of Minds [
Fortune Magazine Reprint 2007]
North Carolina is home to a wide range of industries these days from biotechnology to banking. This special advertising feature outlines how a well-trained workforce and outstanding lifestyle are adding up to a formula for remarkable success. (FORTUNE, October 2007)
The 21st Century Communities Program [ 21st Century Communities Report]
The 21st Century Communities Program is an innovative initiative that partners with counties that encourage economic growth. Learn about the details, how it works, and read highlights of its successes.
The North Carolina Department of Commerce 2005 Annual Report [ N.C. Dept. of Commerce 2005 Annual Report]
Gain insight into the many areas touched by the North Carolina Department of Commerce including creation of sustainable jobs, promotion of the state as a tourism destination, revitalizing small-town downtowns and encouraging innovation and technology-driven growth.
Incumbent Workforce Development Initiative [ Incumbent Worker Training]
To ensure that today's workers can meet tomorrow's challenges, the N.C. Department of Commerce created an innovative program that uses federal funds to help established employers update worker skills. This report provides profiles of some of the many ways this program is succeeding.