Charlotte Regional Business Alliance

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Foreign direct investment (FDI) has significantly contributed to diversifying the economy, creating thousands of jobs, and attracting a skilled workforce.

Join the CLT Alliance at the Quail Hollow Club for the Power of Women: Holiday Tea. It will be a festive tea with delightful seasonal sweets and savories. While there is no formal program, we hope you use the time to get to know your table guests and enjoy the treats. Register here: https://ow.ly/KYGf50UcIQ5

The Charlotte Regional Business Alliance? is excited to partner with NASCAR to host a reception welcoming local, state, and federal elected officials. On Dec. 3, join colleagues and friends at the NASCAR Hall of Fame for a festive reception with leaders from throughout the Charlotte Region. As 2024 comes to a close, this reception offers the perfect opportunity to reflect on the year’s successes and share goals for 2025. Register here: https://ow.ly/9H4B50UbV8n

Business is better in the Charlotte Region, and the entrepreneurs who are innovating, starting small businesses, and contributing to the growth of the region are an important reason why. This Global Entrepreneurship Week, the CLT Alliance Foundation is recognizing the entrepreneurs who are fueling the growth in the region. As home to two of the top 10 states for business, the Charlotte Region is the nation’s most promising place for business relocation and expansion. Read why: https://lnkd.in/eHbeCxYZ

It's no secret – Charlotte is growing fast and the opportunities are endless in the Queen City ????? New research shows that 117 people are moving to the Charlotte Region every single day – aligning with Atlanta and surpassing notable metros such as Austin, TX and Nashville, TN. Additionally, this number continues to grow every year as cost of living, job market, and quality of life are key drivers. We are so proud to call Charlotte our home and we can't wait to see the continued growth in the future!

The CLT Alliance Young Professionals hosted a panel discussion last week that focused on giving back to the community. Attendees got the chance to connect with local nonprofit leaders and other YPs over the impact that community engagement and service has in the Charlotte Region. The YPs also collected books to benefit children’s clinics in the Charlotte area as part of a book drive to support Promising Pages. To get involved with a CLT Alliance program like the Young Professionals, click here: https://ow.ly/M8WF50U9veX Thank you to Atrium Health for hosting at the Atrium Health Sanger Heart & Vascular Institute. Thanks also to our speakers: Clarissa Finley, Greater Charlotte Market, Atrium Health Jamese Ivy, United Way of Greater Charlotte Isaac Oyer, Lowe’s Foundation Moderator: Melissa Hovey, SHARE Charlotte

The Charlotte Region is still seeing positive economic growth. This quarter, the Lancaster County Department of Economic Development announced the expansion of a local heavy civil contractor, which will add jobs and capital investment to the region. It's evidence of a healthy economic environment in the area. Read about the Q3 growth report from the CLT Alliance Research Team: https://ow.ly/gjZu50U84qt

The CLT Alliance is thrilled to welcome Content Manager Jessica Ruderman to the team! Jess joins the marketing and communications team with a background in local news. She spent years as a leader in the newsroom and is deeply invested in the future of the Charlotte Region. She oversees all social media and will be an integral part of our communications platforms. Welcome, Jess! Read more about her background and her role here: https://ow.ly/MuaJ50U7UVz

The Charlotte Regional Business Alliance Advocacy Committee hosted North Carolina Treasurer-Elect Brad Briner. Committee members were able to ask questions and to begin an open dialogue with Briner as he prepares to enter office in January. He has extensive investment experience throughout his career and looks forward to getting started in his new role serving North Carolinians.