Looking for a reason to get on the road this summer? WalletHub set out to identify the most fun, scenic and wallet-friendly road-trip destinations. North Carolina took the 7th spot out of all 50 states. Analysts used three key dimensions to form the final list: costs, safety, and activities. Within the three dimensions, 32 metrics were scored on a 100-point scale that included accommodation prices, road conditions, and number of attractions and national parks. North Carolina was in the top 5 for most scenic byways with 62 total byways that stretch from the mountain to the coast. Read more about the study: https://lnkd.in/e-ica2qc
Wake County Economic Development
Non-profit Organizations
Raleigh, North Carolina 4,777 followers
Bright Minds. Smart Growth.
About us
Wake County Economic Development is the primary economic development organization for Wake County, providing economic development support for its 12 municipalities. As a program of the Greater Raleigh Chamber of Commerce, the organization proactively creates an environment in which Wake County can grow and thrive, resulting in new jobs and capital investment. WCED accomplishes its mission through business recruitment, retention and expansion; marketing and public relations; talent recruitment and retention; and support of entrepreneurship.
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http://www.raleigh-wake.org
External link for Wake County Economic Development
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- Non-profit Organizations
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- 2-10 employees
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- Raleigh, North Carolina
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- Economic Development, Site Selection, and Marketing
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Greater Raleigh Chamber of Commerce
800 S. Salisbury Street
Raleigh, North Carolina 27601, US
Employees at Wake County Economic Development
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Following a back-to-back run in first place, North Carolina takes the #2 spot in CNBC's annual Top States For Business ranking! In a photo finish, NC misses the top spot by just 3 points, making this the closest race in the history of the study. The state scores highest in business friendliness, workforce, and economy, as is evidenced by record numbers of planned capital investment and job announcements over the last five years. 🏆Read more: https://lnkd.in/e-vg8UHD
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CaMP Helix in Holly Springs has been named a Top 15 Selectsite by the Economic Development Partnership of North Carolina (EDPNC)! EDPNC recently released the North Carolina Selectsite Readiness Program Report, which identifies 15 sites across the state best positioned to serve major advanced manufacturing projects. Home to Amgen's newest $550M biologics manufacturing facility, CaMP Helix has 400 acres available for future development. The site will include access to all the utility infrastructure required for modern life science facilities and unparalleled transportation connectivity to all points throughout the Triangle. 🏗 Dig into the study: https://lnkd.in/e9yHFjbJ
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Take a look at the lineup of featured jobs and start living your real life-dream life in Wake County!
Have you checked out our rankings flyer on the Wake County Economic Development website? In the month of June, Wake County received 21 new recognitions across sources like WalletHub, CommercialCafe, Forbes Advisor, Zumper, and more. A majority of these rankings were directly related to Real Estate, Quality of Life, Education, and Recreation. Why not live in an area that offers the best of both worlds - work AND play! Ready to dive into this weeks featured jobs? Find your dream job: https://lnkd.in/eSTJ-9x9
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A study from WalletHub compared America’s 150 largest metropolitan cities and found that Raleigh-Cary, NC was the 7th most educated MSA in the nation! Analysts used 11 key metrics to finalize their results. The data set ranged from the share of adults aged 25 and older with a bachelor’s degree or higher, to the quality of the public-school system, and the gender education gap. It was found that Raleigh and Cary had the 3rd highest percentage of associate’s degree holders and college-experienced adults. The MSA also scored favorably within the public school quality metric. This supports the area’s direct correlation with successful STEM professions that are rooted in early education curriculum. Read the study here: https://lnkd.in/eVv3_vPJ
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Wake County Economic Development reposted this
A new month means a record-number of international nonstop flights (🔟) from RDU. Here's everywhere you can book to visit in July, near and far: https://lnkd.in/gEx_PNDC
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Wake County Economic Development reposted this
Did you know that Wake County is home to over 40 major employers that employ more than 2,000? One of the region’s largest employers is Duke University Health System, with 40,000 employees. The Wake County Economic Development website has a dedicated major employers page where job seekers can download the latest report of top companies. Check out this weeks featured jobs: https://lnkd.in/eAERDqtZ
Triangle Tuesdays - July 2nd, 2024 - Work In The Triangle
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Sam Rauf traveled to Washington DC this week to attend SelectUSA 2024 Investment Summit. This event is an exciting platform for connecting with prospective companies and international trade organizations looking to learn more about North Carolina and the Research Triangle Region. Highlights of the week include: 🌐 New partnerships for potential business expansions 🌐 Opportunities to share the competitive advantages of Wake County 🌐 Affirmation of North Carolina's global reputation as a premier destination for business Check out the full recap here: https://lnkd.in/eDEaxYGf
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Albert Alwang and Kyle Touchstone headed to Wilmington this week for the North Carolina Economic Development Association Annual Conference. The conference was a great opportunity to connect with #EconDev partners from across the state and brush up on key topics and trends. Additionally, Albert took the reins as Emerging Executives Initiative Chair.
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Raleigh has taken the #7 spot in a study that analyzed key economic factors in over 100 cities to determine the best cities for 2024 college graduates. Zumper evaluated all cities on median rent prices, average income, unemployment rate, and the potential for social opportunities. It was noted that Raleigh has become a popular destination for young professionals in recent years with the increase in tech startups opening operations in the city. The city also boasted a low unemployment rate and a manageable cost of living with a median monthly rent price of $1,158. Read the study here: https://lnkd.in/g8X5yZTu
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