Episodios

  • North Carolina Is World-Class For Business

    North Carolina Is World-Class For Business
    Jan 13 2026

    Our conversation with Christopher Chung, CEO of the Economic Development Partnership of North Carolina (EDPNC), gives a high-level look at how the state cultivates its business-friendly environment and a closer look at what is on the horizon in 2026.
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    28 m
  • Innovation In Virginia

    Innovation In Virginia
    Nov 10 2025
    Our conversation with Jason El Koubi, Virginia Economic Development Partnership President & CEO, reveals a robust environment for innovation across the Commonwealth. From biopharma to aerospace, and from food & beverage to business services, companies in Virginia access rich resources for growth.
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    29 m
  • Listen Now: Cold Storage Capabilities At North Carolina Ports

    Listen Now: Cold Storage Capabilities At North Carolina Ports
    Oct 28 2025
    With a strategic location on the U.S. East Coast, North Carolina’s ports provide world-class advantages. We spoke with Aaron Brott, Senior Director, Key Clients & Trade Development at NC Ports to explore the state-of-the-art facilities and services the Port of Wilmington and the Port of Morehead City offer business, with a highlight on Wilmington’s modern, expansive cold storage capabilities. Presented by ElectriCities of North Carolina
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    22 m
  • Listen Now: Thriving Marine Industry In North Carolina

    Listen Now: Thriving Marine Industry In North Carolina
    Jun 24 2025

    From its coast on the Atlantic Ocean to its vast inland waterways, North Carolina provides an extensive network for companies throughout the marine industry to thrive. We spoke with Bob Peele, Director at the North Carolina Marine Industrial Authority, to explore what the state offers companies in the marine industry, including boat building, commercial fishing, and the products and services supporting those businesses. Presented by ElectriCities of North Carolina.
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    25 m
  • A Talk with Scott Hamilton, President/CEO, Golden LEAF Foundation

    A Talk with Scott Hamilton, President/CEO, Golden LEAF Foundation
    Mar 25 2025
    Presented by ElectriCities of North Carolina, this conversation shares a look into the Golden LEAF Foundation’s impact across the state. Borne through the 1998 Master Settlement Agreement with cigarette manufacturers, this nonprofit is focused on increasing economic opportunity in rural communities through grantmaking. While its industry focus is broad, the biomanufacturing sector has seen great strides with the help of the Foundation’s work. This is the first episode of a podcast series presented by ElectriCities of North Carolina, with introductions by Carl Rees, CEcD, Manager, Economic and Community Development there.
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    27 m
  • Minnesota Momentum: Business Finding Success in Star of the North

    Minnesota Momentum: Business Finding Success in Star of the North
    Feb 28 2025
    With a momentous 2024 for investment in Minnesota, including $12 billion from high-growth industries, Catalina Valencia, Director of Business Development with the Minnesota Department of Employment & Economic Development talks about the Star of the North as a hotbed of growth
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    30 m
  • Supply Chain Gateway: Virginia

    Supply Chain Gateway: Virginia
    Feb 18 2025

    From the Port of Virginia to the Hampton Roads Bridge-Tunnel expansion and an eye on air cargo facilities, the Commonwealth of Virginia connects business to markets domestically and globally.
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    24 m
  • South Carolina Embraces The Future: A Talk With Commerce Secretary Harry M. Lightsey III

    South Carolina Embraces The Future: A Talk With Commerce Secretary Harry M. Lightsey III
    Jul 24 2024

    From launch to legacy, companies find opportunity for growth and profitability in the Palmetto State. Hear success stories, and what the future holds for the next generation of business.
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    38 m