News/Press Releases
5/19/2012
World’s largest maker of hotel key cards announces a $4.2 million expansion of its plant.
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5/11/2012
New manufacturing jobs are helping with economic recovery
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5/7/2012
Company adding 50 jobs in Wilkes County
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5/4/2012
The craft brewer is locating its East Coast operation in the AdvantageWest region.
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5/3/2012
The craft brewer recently announced its plans to locate its East Coast operation in the Asheville.
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5/2/2012
The maker of Dale’s Pale Ale will build a major expansion operation in Brevard.
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5/1/2012
An opportunity to hear about the company's design and development schedule for its site in Asheville, ask questions, raise concerns, and provide ideas
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4/30/2012
CEC program is one of four “entrepreneurial laboratories” profiled.
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4/29/2012
The Southern Conference and Big South Conference basketball tournaments made a combined economic impact of $5.5 million
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4/27/2012
UliMana uses Blue Ridge Food Ventures to make its organic truffles
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4/26/2012
We are continuing to update this roundup of media coverage regarding the nation's 3rd largest craft brewer coming to Asheville.
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4/20/2012
Grand Opening of Facebook in Rutherford County
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4/18/2012
Members of the creative economy are invited to an event to build connections, share information and generate ideas for the Democratic National Convention Creative Hub.
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4/17/2012
Bombardier Recreational Products will unvest $1.1 million over the next three years in Spruce Pine.
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4/15/2012
One of the top news services in Canada mentions 'The Hunger Games' as it names North Carolina to its list of Top 10 Film Locations Around the World
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4/13/2012
Wingbean is an organic foods catering company which uses the commercial kitchens at Blue Ridge Food Ventures
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4/9/2012
The blockbuster made in the AdvantageWest region continues to break records.
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4/9/2012
Secrets of the biggest movie to hit the hills of Madison County are beginning to be unveiled.
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4/9/2012
News that the second and third largest craft brewers in America are coming to the Asheville area is particularly opportune for Appalachian State University's up-and-coming fermentation science program.
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4/7/2012
Cheers to Oscar Wong, Asheville brew pioneer, for winning this tremendous award.
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4/5/2012
Google is announcing the details of North Carolina “Get Your Business Online,” specifically aimed at businesses in Western North Carolina, on Thursday.
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4/3/2012
The company serves falafel, fries and other items such as lavash-bread sandwiches.
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4/3/2012
Blue Ridge Food Ventures has had a major role in organizing this ARC and they are hosting a forum on the importance for cities, counties, states and regions to focus on the local food company.
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4/2/2012
ARC forum supports the entire food value chain, including Blue Ridge Food Ventures.
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4/1/2012
A profile of Mother Earth Produce from Verve Magazine
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3/31/2012
AdvantageWest’s WNC Film Commission helped bring the film to the region; Scott Hamilton, President & CEO, is interviewed.
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3/31/2012
Blue Ridge Food Ventures has a major role in organizing this ARC event, which looks at the bigger picture of region’s food economy (it’s more than farms and tailgate markets)
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3/30/2012
Transylvania County was one of several WNC locations for the filming of the blockbuster 'The Hunger Games' and the NBC Today Show was there for a live report.
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3/30/2012
AdvantageWest President & CEO Scott Hamilton is interviewed.
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3/27/2012
The backstory on how 'The Hunger Games' landed in WNC, plus upcoming events and opportunities.
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3/26/2012
View or download this report that includes a look at economic outlook and trends, NC small business facts, and business rankings for the state.
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3/26/2012
Movie magic, art, history, beer, Biltmore and more.
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3/23/2012
Woody Harrelson becomes a fan of Buchi kombucha, made in WNC.
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3/23/2012
AdvantageWest’s WNC Film Commission was the first to get the call from Hollywood looking for a location
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3/22/2012
View a photo gallery of the invitation-only event, held March 21, 2012
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3/21/2012
The Hunger Games, opening on March 23, was filmed in several areas near Asheville. It is the latest in a long list of movies filmed in western North Carolina.
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3/21/2012
Fans of "The Hunger Games" are already turning up in North Carolina, seeking out places where the movie was shot, from old-growth forests to an abandoned mill town.
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3/21/2012
Extras, crew, elected officials, and business and community leaders who helped with the production attend private screening organized by AdvantageWest and Asheville Buncombe EDC.
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3/21/2012
AdvantageWest's WNC Film Commission and Asheville CDC hosted an invitation-only premiere of the film on March 21.
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3/19/2012
Company’s patented recreational camper trailer is being copied by manufacturers in China, bringing challenges to the Brevard business.
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3/18/2012
Business column quotes AdvantageWest’s VP of Entrepreneurism & AdvantageGreen
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3/18/2012
Smoking J’s offers a wide variety of products that include seasonal fresh chili peppers from the farm as well as an assortment of pepper-infused products created at Blue Ridge Food Ventures
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3/18/2012
Rutherford County project is recognized with a CiCi (Community Impact Corporate Investment) award.
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3/17/2012
Producer and marketer of Do-More Bars claims $10,000 first prize
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3/16/2012
Event to be held at Blue Ridge Community College in partnership with Mountain BizWorks.
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3/16/2012
Movie based on WCU professor's best-selling 'Serena,' will star Jennifer Lawrence
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3/14/2012
Tours provide a way to see some of the movie locations and share in the experience of participating in Hunger Games–themed adventures with other like-minded fans.
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3/14/2012
Film opens March 23rd across the country.
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3/14/2012
Local entrepreneurs are using the natural products manufacturing facility at Blue Ridge Food Ventures to make their products.
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3/14/2012
AdvantageWest CEO Scott Hamilton is interviewed in a report on the economic benefits of “The Hunger Games,” the highest-profile movie ever made in the state.
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3/13/2012
Grants to help create jobs, improve the availability of health care, and plan water and sewer improvements in rural communities
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3/13/2012
Announcement from Henderson Co Partnership for Economic Development.
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3/12/2012
NC residents and businesses affected by the severe storms and tornadoes on March 3 can apply for low-interest disaster loans from the US Small Business Administration
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3/9/2012
Company to invest $2.1 million during the next three years in Spindale
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3/1/2012
Intensive 3-week course is expected to boost opportunities for students in the region's "data-center corridor"
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2/28/2012
AdvantageWest region continues to get notice following Sierra Nevada’s decision to expand to WNC.
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2/28/2012
Both graduate and undergraduate academic programs will be available at new instructional site
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2/28/2012
Center to offer nine graduate programs, with introductory discounts on tuition
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2/27/2012
Rachel makes delicious cheesecakes in the Blue Ridge Food Ventures' shared-use commercial kitchens
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2/27/2012
Alliance Precision Plastics Corp plans to invest at least $300,000 during the next three years in Spindale.
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2/26/2012
Interview with AdvantageWest's Matt Raker, VP of Entrepreneurship & AdvantageGreen, on the Clear Channel Radio public affairs program, "Changes"
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2/24/2012
Burke County Public Schools recognized as one of the leading organizations in US in improving energy efficiency.
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2/22/2012
Here's one of four live interviews that aired on News 13 This Morning, featuring local entrepreneurs and AdvantageWest VP of Entrepreneurship Matt Raker.
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2/16/2012
AdvantageWest President & CEO Scott Hamilton is interviewed on increased interest in the region.
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2/14/2012
Read about local business plan competition winners; a new $3.6 million program to engage rural youth in entrepreneurship; plus, meet AW's new Entrepreneurship Program Manager.
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2/7/2012
Insight into how AdvantageWest and other economic development partners helped bring the craft brewer to the region.
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2/2/2012
The rockslides have now been cleared.
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2/2/2012
Entrepreneurs advancing biofuels, bike repairs and nut butters take top awards in a competition sponsored by Blue Ridge Entrepreneurial Council
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2/2/2012
The Village Potters hosts a celebratory event for Cara Mae™ Skin Care’s re-branding launch of Potters’ Skin Butter
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1/30/2012
The announcement has garnered significant regional and national attention. Here’s just a small sample of media coverage.
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1/29/2012
Scott Hamilton is interviewed by Asheville Radio Group News Director Bill McClement for the public affairs program, Asheville Area Focus.
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1/25/2012
Henderson Co facility to create 95 full-time, 80 part-time and 60 construction jobs, with more than $100 million investment.
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1/25/2012
Sierra Nevada Brewing Co. has announced that it has chosen a site 12 miles south of Asheville, in Western North Carolina, for an east coast production and distribution operation as well as a proposed restaurant.
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1/23/2012
"Let's Talk NC" features upcoming conference, which will include a presentation on Blue Ridge Food Ventures.
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1/20/2012
Gov. Bev Perdue announces that Lubrimetal Corporation will locate a new facility in Caldwell County, creating 19 jobs and invest $1.9 million.
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1/19/2012
Transylvania County has everything for the cyclist, editor says.
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1/17/2012
Report provides a review of the program’s impacts as well as excerpts highlighting the experiences of program participants.
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1/17/2012
Blog entry about AdvantageWest’s CEC program, from a very well-known and respected Ohio company, JumpStart.
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1/14/2012
A rundown of films to look forward to in 2012.
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1/13/2012
Created for local potters as a remedy for the drying effects of clay on their hands.
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1/11/2012
Event to include presentation on Blue Ridge Food Ventures’ value-added product capabilities for grapes
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1/10/2012
The launch will create 20-30 new jobs within the next three months and an anticipated $1.5 million investment in its Enka plant.
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1/6/2012
A barbecue dipping, basting and finishing sauce made from sorghum molasses and spices such as curry, clove and cinnamon.
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1/6/2012
Not only will the move place Legacy in the middle of the growing outdoor industry, it will also bring 72 jobs and $4.5 million in new capital investment.
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1/6/2012
Legacy Paddlesports, will bring 40-50 new jobs to the area and invest $4.5 million.
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1/6/2012
Asheville Citizen-Times business commentary that mentions the BRFV Natural Products Manufacturing Facility
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1/4/2012
Maker of mountain laurel handrails receives national attention.
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1/4/2012
An article by the weekly newspaper's editor, Jody Higgins, about Yancey County's process of becoming an AdvantageWest CEC.
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1/3/2012
Blue Ridge Food Ventures sold a record number of holiday gift boxes to those who appreciate local, handcrafted foods.
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1/2/2012
Unique program recognizes documented commitment to encourage and support entrepreneurship
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12/30/2011
Smiling Hara’s local, unpasteurized tempeh is organic, GMO-free and made with only U.S.-grown beans.
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12/29/2011
EvolveEnergy Partnership is among the top news stories of 2011.
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12/28/2011
Black Mountain News recognizes top stories of the year.
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12/25/2011
Profile of Chris Sullivan, founder of Home Free Bagels.
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12/24/2011
Tom Gallo and Susan Devitt assemble pizza kits that make fresh homemade pizza in 30 minutes.
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12/23/2011
Clients include numerous AdvantageWest Advantage Opportunity Fund recipients.
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12/23/2011
News reporter Duncan McFadyen learns about BRFV's Red Box Program
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12/22/2011
The Asheville Area Chamber of Commerce is selling a portion of its building on Montford Avenue to LRU for the center, set to open in 2012.
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12/21/2011
The UPM Raflatac expansion will lead to the addition of at least 51 new employees and an investment of $11.5 million.
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12/19/2011
A line of chocolate truffles and spreads distributed nationwide are hand-made at Blue Ridge Food Ventures.
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12/15/2011
Leading Edge, a publication of Henderson Co Chamber of Commerce, looks at WNC’s film industry
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12/14/2011
Sock-maker DeFeet, based in Hildebran, is honored for Business North Carolina’s ‘Small Business of the Year” award.
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12/9/2011
Blue Ridge Mountain Host has announced a new Managing Director.
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12/8/2011
American Roller Bearing Industries Inc. expects to invest $3 to $5 million per year in land, buildings, machinery and equipment.
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12/7/2011
About 100 entrepreneurs and potential financial backers came together to discuss the burgeoning local-business movement at Venture Local.
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12/6/2011
A look at gift ideas from food entrepreneurs at Blue Ridge Food Ventures, AdvantageWest's food business incubator.
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12/6/2011
Blake Butler, host of "Local Edge Radio" learns about Blue Ridge Food Ventures, the Holiday Market, and the Red Box gift program
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12/2/2011
AdvantageWest, Western North Carolina’s regional economic development partnership, is seeking qualified applicants for the Director of Entrepreneurship Program.
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11/30/2011
Case Farms will add a second shift at its chicken-processing plant and create 100 new jobs in 2012.
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11/29/2011
News about upcoming events and opportunities, including the Blue Ridge Food Ventures Holiday Market and holiday gift box program with local specialty foods made at BRFV.
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11/29/2011
Meet our new Executive VP, responsible for advanced manufacturing and other industrial recruitment
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11/28/2011
Shares still available in Blue Ridge Food Ventures' winter CSA. Pickups start the first full week of December.
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11/27/2011
A business column reflecting on comments by AdvantageWest Economic Summit panelist Dr. John Bardo.
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11/27/2011
Natural skin care product is made at BRFV's Natural Products Manufacturing Facility.
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11/21/2011
Baldor Electric Company to expand its plant in McDowell County and create 41 new jobs.
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11/21/2011
Company makes hot sauces, salsa and barbecue sauces from peppers grown on the owner's Watauga County farm.
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11/18/2011
Series of online videos showcase four independent farmers and a behind-the-scenes look at bringing fresh food to your table.
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11/18/2011
Gideon Ridge Inn in Blowing Rock has "nary a bad view"
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11/18/2011
Precision plastic products manufacturer Nypro announces a $7.2 million expansion and the addition of 26 new production and engineering jobs to its current workforce of 275 employees.
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11/18/2011
The global provider of consumer packaging, industrial products, protective packaging and packaging supply chain services, will expand operations at its packaging facility in Waynesville.
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11/15/2011
The town of Brevard recently held auditions for the town’s very own reality series - showcasing why residents believe Brevard is the coolest small town in America.
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11/15/2011
Read news media coverage of the November 14 event at Diana Wortham Theatre in Asheville, attended by more than 300.
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11/14/2011
Innovative Small Business Community Awards honor communities for their creative and innovative ways to help small businesses bring jobs to North Carolina.
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11/14/2011
Join business leaders, entrepreneurs, economic development professionals and others with a vested interest in WNC at one of the region's most popular annual networking events. Register online by 12noon on Nov 14 or at the door beginning at 5:30pm at Diana Wortham Theatre.
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11/10/2011
Waste Reduction Partners wins 2011 Community Leadership Award.
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11/7/2011
Learn more about Vice Chief Blythe, a panelist at the AdvantageWest Economic Summit on Nov 14, 2011.
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11/6/2011
This commentary features two of our Advantage Opportunity Fund clients, Kara Errickson and Jason Scholder.
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11/6/2011
About 200 entrepreneurs gathered recently to talk about ways to link local businesses and build a stronger economy.
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11/6/2011
Walter and Wendy Harrill make their jams and apple butter in Blue Ridge Food Ventures' shared-use commercial kitchens.
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11/4/2011
"Morning Edition" host Pam Bunch interviews AdvantageWest CEO Scott Hamilton.
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11/3/2011
Business Insider looks at broadband accessibility, workforce, a vibrant local economy, and the presence of a small college or university in making its selections.
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11/3/2011
Learn more about Senator Tom Apodaca, a panelist at the AdvantageWest Economic Summit on Nov 14, 2011.
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11/3/2011
Learn more about Senator Martin Nesbitt, a panelist at the AdvantageWest Economic Summit on Nov 14, 2011.
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11/3/2011
Learn more about Dr. John Bardo, a panelist at the AdvantageWest Economic Summit on Nov 14, 2011.
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11/3/2011
Learn more about DG Martin, moderator at the AdvantageWest Economic Summit on Nov 14, 2011.
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11/2/2011
AdvantageWest region is on the leading edge of the green energy movement.
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11/2/2011
Rapid growth in the region of entrepreneur-driven, eco-friendly companies is the foundation for a multi-organizational, 31-county initiative focused on fostering the formation of more clean-energy companies in the area.
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11/1/2011
Gourmet Group LLC to acquire Geppetto Kitchens and expand manufacturing capacity, creating 136 jobs and investing more than $2.3 million.
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10/30/2011
Home manufacturer partnering with solar company illustrates the EvolveEnergy Partnership.
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10/28/2011
Proclamation honors Appalachian State University's award-winning entry in the US Dept of Energy's Solar Decathlon.
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10/27/2011
21 nonprofits receive Facebook-Rutherford Community Action Grants to help county residents connect with new opportunities
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10/25/2011
Located in the AdvantageWest region, this company's focus on quality has ensured its success.
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10/24/2011
International spotlight shines on Integritive; highlights unique business management model
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10/23/2011
Entrepreneur hatches his business with help from AdvantageWest.
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10/22/2011
Listen to podcasts of interviews about Blue Ridge Entrepreneurial Council's 'Venture Local' forum, which aired recently on 880AM The Revolution and public radio WNCW-FM.
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10/19/2011
Member of MARC started with six clients; now up to 250.
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10/19/2011
Blue Ridge Food Ventures' Winter Sun Farms helps local farmers and provides fresh frozen produce to subscribers throughout the winter months.
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10/19/2011
Photos and media coverage of the president's visit.
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10/18/2011
AdvantageWest joins with other organizations to launch EvolveEnergy Partnership to promote area as destination for green business
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10/18/2011
Highly anticipated film shot entirely in NC.
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10/17/2011
Recognized for its spectcular views, affordability and access to services through App State.
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10/17/2011
Clean energy is America’s future, and Western North Carolina is at the forefront.
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10/16/2011
Results of an economic study on the clean energy industry in Western North Carolina.
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10/16/2011
Mary Lou Surgi brings a world of experience to her job as executive director of Blue Ridge Food Ventures.
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10/13/2011
Polk County is among a growing number of communities in the AdvantageWest region that have earned CEC certification indicating they are "entrepreneur-ready."
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10/10/2011
Gov. Bev Perdue today announced that CertainTeed Corporation, a leading North American manufacturer of building materials, will expand its North Wilkesboro fiber cement siding plant.
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10/5/2011
Gov Bev Perdue gets a tour of the Rutherford County campus, where construction of a $450 million data center continues.
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10/5/2011
One of the nation’s leading contact centers has opened a new 48-seat facility in Rutherford County.
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10/4/2011
TripAdvisor awards 2011 winners based on reviews from travelers around the world.
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10/4/2011
Harrah's Cherokee wins 2011 NC Travel Industry Association’s Tourism Excellence Award for Outstanding Contributions to the Development of Tourism in North Carolina.
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10/1/2011
Top 5 list includes the Great Smoky Mountains Railroad
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10/1/2011
List of Top 100 properties in the world includes several in the AdvantageWest region.
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10/1/2011
Asheville-based Organic Armor creates special effects creature costumes for The Healer.
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10/1/2011
"America's Most Iconic Drives" includes the Blue Ridge Parkway.
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10/1/2011
Congratulations to ASU's student team for their entry, the Solar Homestead.
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9/29/2011
News about the upcoming Economic Summit and other events and opportunities in the region.
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9/27/2011
Western North Carolina is getting a new industry hunter to scout for factories and bring manufacturing jobs to the region.
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9/25/2011
Microbreweries are thriving and lifting the job market
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9/25/2011
Topics at Venture Local event include local supply chain business opportunities and financing; also includes farm-to-table networking reception
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9/23/2011
AdvantageWest serves the 23 counties of Western North Carolina. Board meetings are open to the public.
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9/23/2011
AdvantageWest's collaboration with WNC creative firms and individuals on annual report and website is recognized for excellence.
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9/22/2011
Student project is one of 20 worldwide in contest.
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9/21/2011
News about our new Executive VP, the upcoming Economic Summit and more.
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9/20/2011
Economic developer is recognized for role in bringing Facebook data center to WNC as well as the single largest manufacturing project in Rutherford County’s history
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9/20/2011
The announcement is the single largest manufacturing project in the county's history
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9/17/2011
The next 5-week Blue Ridge Food Ventures course starts Oct 19.
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9/16/2011
Q: What are the best state parks? National parks always get all the attention, but what are the best state parks in the country?
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9/15/2011
After about two years of planning, building and showcasing the Solar Homestead, Appalachian State University students and faculty are taking their carefully prepared structure on the road.
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9/12/2011
Article mentions AdvantageWest's Advantage Opportunity Fund.
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9/7/2011
In conjunction with the Economic Development Coalition for Asheville-Buncombe County, Thermo Fisher Scientific announced its plans to expand operations in Asheville.
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9/2/2011
Cherokee County Commissioner Steve Jordan announced that Industrial Opportunities, Inc. (IOI) is expanding its operations in Andrews, adding 25 new jobs.
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8/21/2011
Transylvania County start-up SylvanSport targets new generation of campers.
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8/21/2011
Article on hot locations for start-ups includes a mention of Blue Ridge Food Ventures
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8/17/2011
Blue Ridge Entrepreneurial Council and Tech 20/20’s Center for Entrepreneurial Growth receive grant to help WNC entrepreneurs and small businesses.
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8/15/2011
Elkamet announces plans for expanding their US manufacturing facility in Henderson County.
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8/10/2011
Mary Lou Surgi talks about BRFV with host Lesley Groetsch on 880AM The Revolution
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8/8/2011
Want to try a taste of Blue Ridge Food Ventures? Visit us at the Asheville Wine & Food Festival.
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8/3/2011
The call center operation in Asheville will bring its total local workforce to almost 600 people.
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8/1/2011
Blue Ridge Entrepreneurial Council, an initiative of AdvantageWest, announces events in August and September.
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7/22/2011
Ekornes ASA, a Norwegian furniture company, is bringing 58 new jobs and $1.3 million in investments to Morganton.
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7/21/2011
Alabama-based HomTex purchases former sewing plant in Sylva, expanding its operations in WNC.
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7/19/2011
The Rutherford County Economic Development Commission is pleased to announce the location of SFI Holding, LLC doing business as Culinary Standards in Forest City, Rutherford County.
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7/1/2011
Company plans investment of $125 million and 400 new jobs.
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6/30/2011
Western North Carolina is a leader in green energy, according to a report from the NC Sustainable Energy Association.
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6/29/2011
NC moves up from #4 in the 2011 study.
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6/27/2011
AdvantageWest region is No. 1 in the state in renewable energy capacity.
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6/27/2011
A new report from UNC's Kenan-Flagler Business School describes the impact of the casino on the region and analyzes the routes of its economic impact.
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6/19/2011
An interview with Kara Errickson of the enterpreneurial startup CoCoChi.
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6/17/2011
The feature film was made in Western North Carolina.
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6/17/2011
Check out the latest news from AdvantageWest and around the region.
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6/16/2011
Congratulations to Tom Johnson of Rutherford EDC.
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6/15/2011
Bamboo Ladies Bamboo Pickles gets more national coverage.
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6/15/2011
Blue Ridge Food Ventures Village Market featured at The North Carolina Arboretum’s 25th anniversary celebration offers samples and products for purchase, all in one location
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6/15/2011
Haywood Co Chamber of Commerce awards Kanini's, a food business offering all natural, frozen foods-to-go and more.
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6/9/2011
RockTenn, a leading integrated manufacturer of corrugated and consumer packaging and recycling solutions, plans to create 124 jobs and invest $23 million over the next 18 months in Marion, with a total investment of almost $30 million after five years.
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6/7/2011
New report also says NC showed the second highest improvement in the graduation rate since 1998 among all states
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6/7/2011
Matt Raker is named VP of Entrepreneurial Development & AdvantageGreen.
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6/3/2011
Advanced Manufacturing Solutions, Inc. marks the grand opening of its Buncombe operations, with an investment of $1.1 million and the addition of 36 new jobs over the next three years.
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6/3/2011
Matt Raker to assume expanded role as VP of Entrepreneurial Development & AdvantageGreen
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6/2/2011
A professor at WCU's Center for Entrepreneurship and Innovation has joined the NC Biotechnology Center.
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6/1/2011
Blue Ridge Food Ventures provides upcoming event targeting food producers and farmers
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5/29/2011
Asheville couple turns unemployment into opportunity with pizza-kit business
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5/27/2011
June 23-24 at the Institute for Sustainable Technology at Caldwell Community College and Technical Institute.
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5/16/2011
Chief Executive Magazine ranks North Carolina No. 2 best state for business; praised for workforce and quality of life
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5/11/2011
Janesville Acoustics, a leading supplier of acoustical and molded fiber products for the automotive industry, plans to create 40 jobs and invest $1.5 million during the next three years in Old Fort.
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5/10/2011
Forum on May 19 at Lake Junaluska aims to identify and build support for policy initiatives to expand the healthcare workforce in WNC.
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5/10/2011
Annual Mountain Green Conference is sponsored in part by AdvantageGreen, the green economy initiative of AdvantageWest.
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5/9/2011
The 2010 Annual Report for AdvantageWest is now online.
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5/6/2011
Networking is something you should be doing 24 hours a day: That was the advice of social media guru Peter Shankman for Carolina Connect conference attendees on May 5.
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5/6/2011
Miss Carolina Connect? Here's what everyone was buzzing about.
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5/5/2011
Kara Erricson and her company, Skinfood Topical Nourishment, won the VERVE-aciously BIG Idea business plan competition, out of 40 submissions.
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5/5/2011
Carolina Connect is May 5 at the Renaissance Asheville. Here's why this is a can't-miss event.
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5/5/2011
Sign up today for the region's signature event for entrepreneurs and investors to meet one of the world's most followed social media experts.
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5/2/2011
An open casting call for adult men and women is being held May 3 and 5.
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4/29/2011
Carolina Connect brings together savvy businesspeople of all ages with innovative ideas and loads of experience. Here's a quick look back at the Top 10 Tips & Ideas heard at Carolina Connect 2010.
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4/27/2011
An economic development project could create 56 jobs in Burke. See the story in the Morganton News-Herald.
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4/20/2011
Geiger International, a manufacturer of premium wood case goods, seating and occasional furniture for commercial and residential interiors, will expand in NC with a new facility in Burke Co. The company plans to create 64 jobs and invest $3.7 million during the next three years in Hildebran.
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4/15/2011
There are many great reasons to register today for Carolina Connect. Here are just 5 of them.
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3/30/2011
Carolina Connect is WNC's signature event for entrepreneurs and investors, produced by AdvantageWest partnership with Mountain BizWorks. See how your organization can help support this hallmark networking and professional development conference exploring trending topics relevant to today’s global economy.
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3/14/2011
A program designed to educate land owners on how to keep land in the family, held April 2 at the NC Arboretum in Asheville.
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3/14/2011
Visit our Newsletter page to download a PDF.
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3/13/2011
A continuing focus on job opportunities in the region includes interview with AdvantageWest.
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3/10/2011
More about the initiative to build the clean energy economy in the region.
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3/9/2011
Article about the initiative to build the clean energy economy in WNC, led by AdvantageWest, Land-of-Sky Regional Council, and five other regional councils of government.
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3/8/2011
Sessions take place March 17.
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3/7/2011
Effort aimed at growing and marketing the region’s potential in energy efficiency, renewable energy and clean vehicles industries
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3/6/2011
Article profiles several WNC entrepreneurs and mentions AdvantageWest's Certified Entrepreneurial Communities program.
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3/3/2011
AdvantageWest participates in national launch of Startup America
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3/3/2011
More on recent celebrations of local CEC communities.
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2/24/2011
Visit our Newsletter page to download a PDF.
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2/22/2011
The Gates Corporation, one of the world’s largest manufacturers of automobile belts and hoses, will expand their facility in Ashe County. The company plans to create 58 jobs and invest $4.6 million during the next three years in Jefferson.
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2/9/2011
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2/7/2011
Article also includes a sidebar on Blue Ridge Food Ventures and mentions other successful BRFV clients.
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2/6/2011
NC Biotechnology Center presents "Science in the Mountains: Entrepreneurship and Biotechnology Career Opportunities in NC," April 18-19 at A-B Tech Enka campus.
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2/6/2011
NC Biotechnology Center is seeking poster abstracts for Science in the Mountains: Entrepreneurship and Biotechnology Career Opportunities in North Carolina, to be held April 18-19 at A-B Tech Enka campus. DEADLINE FOR SUBMISSIONS IS FEB. 18.
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2/3/2011
The AdvantageWest Board of Directors meets Feb. 17, 2011.
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2/2/2011
“VERVE-aciously BIG Idea Business Plan Competition” offers $10,000 in cash, prizes, business support services and expert advice
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1/31/2011
The inspiration for a new food business can come from anywhere, but for the insight and tools to get the idea to market, entrepreneurs turn to Blue Ridge Food Ventures.
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1/31/2011
Deadline for the VERVE-aciously BIG Idea Business Plan Competition is April 1.
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1/31/2011
The Feature Film “Red Dirt Rising,” produced by WNC resident James Suttles, is being released nationally.
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1/26/2011
"How to Choose a Small-Business Incubator" also includes photo of Blue Ridge Food Ventures graduate Buchi.
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1/21/2011
IndustryWeek magazine chooses Snap-on Power Tools in Murphy as one of the country's best manufacturers in its annual rating.
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1/19/2011
One Forest City company able to hire back laid off workers
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1/18/2011
Free conference, provided in partnership with AdvantageWest, offers local business owners practical expert advice to increase revenue, lower costs and increase business profit in 2011.
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1/5/2011
Event is a project of the Emerging Issues Institute, whose director is Anita Brown-Graham, one of our distinguished panelists at the Fall 2010 AdvantageWest Economic Summit.
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1/3/2011
20 semifinalists recognized for successful and innovative partnerships; 8 finalists to be selected and awarded a total of $250,000
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1/1/2011
Old Edwards Inn and Spa in Highlands awarded 4 stars for both hotel and spa; Inn on Biltmore Estate in Asheville also wins 4 stars
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12/21/2010
Digital services provider Arvato to expand its Buncombe Co call center, creating 408 jobs and investing $1.8 million during the next three years.
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12/3/2010
Advanced Technical Welding wins top honors; Enka's Carolina Management Team LLC is a runner-up.
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12/2/2010
The company plans to create 76 jobs and invest $4.56 million during the next three years in Hudson.
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12/2/2010
Visit our Newsletter page to download a PDF.
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12/1/2010
Tier status is changed for Cherokee and Swain counties.
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12/1/2010
The search for Santa brings Yahoo Travel UK & Ireland to WNC
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11/30/2010
Brand strategist Neil Gurney leads a discussion on business and sustainability at Dec 14 networking event. Sign up now!
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11/29/2010
Holiday gift boxes, gift certificates, convenient-to-prepare local produce among the offerings of AdvantageWest's food business incubator
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11/28/2010
A Blue Ridge Food Ventures entrepreneur, World's Best Carrot Cake, is on the list of 10 Gift Ideas for the Peaceful (see #5).
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11/25/2010
Where are some of the best upcoming holiday festivities? The Carl Sandburg Home National Historic Site in Flat Rock, according to a travel feature in USA Today.
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11/24/2010
In his weekly syndicated newspaper column, D.G. Martin talks about questions raised as he served as moderator at the AdvantageWest Economic Summit.
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11/24/2010
WNC gets nearly $1.5 million to create jobs and support innovative projects.
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11/21/2010
View a segment from the popular Sunday news and feature program on the beautiful fall foliage in the Blue Ridge Mountains.
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11/21/2010
A podcast of Asheville Area Focus, broadcast on Mix 96.5 WOXL, 98.1 The River, 105.9 The Mountain and 1310 WISE, featuring Mary Lou Surgi talking about Blue Ridge Food Ventures and the new Natural Products Manufacturing Facility.
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11/21/2010
Spruce Pine is a WNC town resembling a holiday card come to life.
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11/19/2010
Troy Tolle, of DigitalChalk in Asheville, is featured in an article about entrepreneurism in today's economy.
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11/18/2010
Coverage of the AdvantageWest Economic Summit, held Nov. 15.
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11/16/2010
An article about the AdvantageWest Economic Summit on Nov 15.
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11/16/2010
See photos from the Asheville Citizen-Times' coverage of the Nov 15 AdvantageWest event.
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11/14/2010
Listen to podcasts of segments on WHKP Hendersonville, WNCW-FM Spindale, 880AM The Revolution Asheville and News Radio 570 WWNC.
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11/12/2010
Media coverage of the announcement that Facebook will locate a data center in Western North Carolina, plus an AdvantageWest photo gallery.
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11/11/2010
Facebook, the world’s leading social networking service connecting more than 500 million people, will locate a multi-million dollar data center near Forest City in Rutherford County
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11/10/2010
A profile of the Director of NC's Institute for Emerging Issues, Anita Brown-Graham, a panelist at the AdvantageWest Economic Summit on Nov 15.
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11/9/2010
A profile of a globally recognized, 35-year banking veteran, who will be a featured panelist at the AdvantageWest Economic Summit on Nov 15.
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11/5/2010
A profile of the state's first woman to be elected NC Treasurer, who will be a featured panelist at the AdvantageWest Economic Summit on Nov 15.
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11/3/2010
Visit our Newsletter page to download a PDF.
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11/2/2010
A profile of WNC native Walter Dalton, who will be a featured panelist at the AdvantageWest Economic Summit on Nov 15.
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11/1/2010
North Carolina is home to the nation’s Top Business Climate for 2010, for the ninth time in the last 10 years. The recently announced expansion of Nypro, in Buncombe County, is cited as an example.
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11/1/2010
North Carolina enjoyed an increase of 0.5% in small business employment in October, according to a study by financial software maker Intuit Inc, tying the state with Virginia for the second best improvement. Massachusetts was No. 1 with 0.6% growth.
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10/31/2010
Panel discussion about WNC’s economy on Nov. 15 in Asheville also includes globally recognized banking and financial technology veteran and the director of NC’s Institute for Emerging Issues.
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10/28/2010
After an extensive process that has taken nearly three years, Macon County has reached the final stages in its effort to be named a Certified Entrepreneurial Community (R).
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10/26/2010
Blake and Lesley, of "Local Edge Radio" talk with Pam Lewis of AdvantageWest and special guest Chris Yura, CEO of SustainU. Listen here.
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10/24/2010
Sunday Travel section features the sights and sounds of Asheville.
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10/22/2010
Listen to an interview with AdvantageWest Sr VP Entrepreneurial Development Pam Lewis and Chris Yura, CEO of SustainU, who will be the special guest at the next Blue Ridge Entrepreneurial Council (BREC) Forum. Registrations still available.
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10/21/2010
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10/21/2010
"Take A Stand with Matt Mittan" features Blue Ridge Food Ventures: How to start a food business, the new Natural Products Manufacturing Facility, and more. Listen here.
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10/20/2010
Bamboo pickles win Cooking Light magazine award in artisanal foods category.
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10/19/2010
New facility will allow local entrepreneurs to produce, bottle, seal and label natural products ranging from medicinal herbs to dietary supplements.
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10/19/2010
Photos by Clear Channel Asheville reporter Dan Hess.
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10/19/2010
Manufacturer of precision vehicle parts plans to create at least 79 jobs and invest $33 million.
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10/18/2010
Article also includes recipes using WSF produce.
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10/16/2010
Land-of-Sky Regional Council was selected to receive a grant to be used to support more livable and sustainable communities. AdvantageWest was a minor partner on the grant.
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10/15/2010
An estimated 1,033 people work in the state’s solar industry, and Environment North Carolina says solar industry jobs in the state are expected to increase by 37% in 2011.
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10/14/2010
Interested in entrepreneurism as part of your economic development strategy? Sign up your community by Oct 27 for the CEC program.
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10/14/2010
Announcement made by NC Gov Bev Perdue.
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10/12/2010
Caldwell County's Google data center mentioned in article.
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10/11/2010
A Brazil-based renewable energy corporation is locating the headquarters of its U.S. operations at Western Carolina University to take advantage of faculty resources and laboratory space in developing new technology to help bring the world’s first “green Olympics” to Rio de Janeiro in 2016.
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10/11/2010
National audiences see why the Blue Ridge Parkway is the best place to be in the fall.
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10/9/2010
Travel feature profiles what's considered one of the top collections of historic bikes in North America.
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10/6/2010
The Journal of Commerce ranks NC Ports the No. 25 overall North American port. This fact sheet provides information of value to WNC businesses and industries that depend on the global economy for their success.
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10/6/2010
Two years ago, Haywood County became the first Certified Entrepreneurial Community(SM) in the United States. Here's what members of the Haywood team say about the value and benefits of becoming a CEC community.
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10/6/2010
Public event at Posana Café kicks off Blue Ridge Entrepreneurial Council’s focus on ‘green business’; pre-registration required.
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10/5/2010
Facility opens Oct 18 for public tour and reception; first of its kind in the U.S.
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10/4/2010
Read the press release here.
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10/4/2010
AdvantageWest had a significant presence at event, held for the first time on the east coast.
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10/1/2010
The 'Manufacturers Make It Real' tour makes stops in Lenoir and Fletcher, where regional manufacturers show off their made-in-NC goods.
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10/1/2010
Deadline for submissions is December 15.
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10/1/2010
Event runs Nov 1-14 with more than 100 films from 25 countries.
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9/30/2010
Article from Hickory Daily Record
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9/29/2010
Food entrepreneurs at Blue Ridge Food Ventures are interviewed for the annual Women in Business edition.
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9/29/2010
The Winter Sun Farms winter CSA, operated by Blue Ridge Food Ventures, offers locally grown produce, processed and frozen at the peak of freshness, throughout the winter months.
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9/29/2010
Winter Sun Farms, a community-supported agriculture program of Blue Ridge Food Ventures, provides members with local produce during winter while also supporting area farmers.
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9/28/2010
Learn the basics of food entrepreneurship at a 5-week course, "Starting Your Specialty Food Business"
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9/27/2010
Commentary about AdvantageWest's AdvantageGreen initiative, with info on the Clean Energy Now conference.
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9/23/2010
‘Clean Energy Now’ will provide companies and organizations with information and connections needed to benefit from new developments in clean energy
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9/22/2010
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9/20/2010
World's largest manufacturer of plastic key cards, based in Asheville, is expanded as manufacturing across WNC increases.
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9/15/2010
Navitat named in list of "10 great ziplines across the USA."
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9/11/2010
Polk is one of seven communities in WNC to achieve CEC status.
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9/10/2010
Another firm to bring 30 additional jobs to Burke.
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9/8/2010
Events Sept 27-Oct 1 are excellent opportunities for area manufacturers.
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9/7/2010
Communities interested in becoming a Certified Entrepreneurial Community have until Oct 27 to submit a letter of intent. CEC Leadership Training is Nov 3-5.
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8/25/2010
Five WNC counties to benefit from 'middle mile' fiber optic cable
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8/24/2010
A total of twelve paid internships and fellowships are now available. See job descriptions here.
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8/24/2010
Twelve paid, one-year internships and fellowships are available to start October 2010.
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8/21/2010
"Road to Nowhere" is one of 19 selected from the U.S.
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8/17/2010
The company needs workers to fill positions ranging from assembly line workers to engineers.
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8/16/2010
New non-stop service on US Airways to LaGuardia begins in October.
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8/16/2010
Meetings are open to the public.
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8/13/2010
AdvantageWest meets with Rutherford Co leaders on the Certified Entrepreneurial Community(SM) program.
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8/9/2010
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8/4/2010
The company plans to create 90 jobs and invest $250,000 to expand its production capacity.
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8/4/2010
Applications to be considered for the AdvantageGreen Energy Internships Program are due Aug 13.
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8/3/2010
The Aug. 14 event will feature the Blue Ridge Food Ventures Marketplace pavilion.
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7/30/2010
A conversation with Morning Edition host Pam Bunch about AdvantageWest, with a focus on the green economy.
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7/29/2010
Panelists include Matt Raker, AdvantageWest's Sr Director of AdvantageGreen & Grants Administration.
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7/29/2010
Dacentec celebrates new US headquarters in Lenoir.
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7/27/2010
Areas of rural Madison County will benefit from a $1.8 million federal grant to extend high-speed Internet service.
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7/27/2010
The latest edition of the AdvantageWest e-newsletter is now available.
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7/26/2010
Tickets still available: Sample foods from Blue Ridge Food Ventures producers and WNC restaurants, with tastings from 35 wineries, distributors and stores.
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7/22/2010
Free event is Aug. 25 at McDowell Tech in Marion, presented by Congressman Heath Shuler.
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7/20/2010
AdvantageWest, the NC Arboretum and Appalachian State University win federal grant money to create paid internships in the green economy.
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7/16/2010
C.M.I. Enterprises Inc., a national supplier of automotive soft-trim materials, will move its Florida manufacturing plant to Rutherfordton, creating 53 jobs and investing $697,000 including lease payments.
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7/15/2010
CNBC ranks North Carolina as the 4th best in its "America's Top States for Business"
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7/13/2010
AdvantageWest participates in Congressman Heath Shuler's "Ask the Experts" event.
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7/7/2010
The Marketing Association for Rehabilitation Centers (MARC) has received a $137,000 grant from the Z. Smith Reynolds Foundation to support its MARC Parity Initiative, which will create sustained revenue growth and 20 new jobs.
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7/5/2010
Lenoir has been selected as one of the top small market cities in the country for high-technology manufacturing
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7/2/2010
"Ask the Experts" features AdvantageWest and other organizations that provide counseling and financial assistance to current/prospective business owners. Two sessions: July 12 at Blue Ridge Community College; July 13 at Haywood Community College.
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7/1/2010
The expansion, made possible in part by a $96,000 grant from the One North Carolina Fund, also includes an investment of more than $1.96 million, including lease payments, during the next three years in Marion.
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6/17/2010
Twenty-five projects have been recommended to receive funding from the Appalachian Regional Commission that will help bring needed jobs and economic development to 29 counties throughout WNC.
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6/14/2010
Auto parts supplier plans to expand three plants in the WNC, including the Caldwell County plant in the AdvantageWest region.
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6/10/2010
Nationally recognized presenters include Barry Patterson, speaking on sustainability as a stepping stone to community revitalization.
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6/5/2010
Meetings take place at the AdvantageWest offices and are open to the public.
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6/5/2010
Sen. Kay Hagan works to protect small farmers and food producers, such as those at Blue Ridge Food Ventures, from added costs that could come from the government's new food safety law.
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6/4/2010
Team from Stanford University wins 2010 Juicy Ideas. AB Tech comes in 2nd, followed by MIT.
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5/26/2010
Lone Eagle Award and new Advantage Innovation Award recognize excellence and innovation.
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5/22/2010
A $12.5 million grant proposal supported by AdvantageWest would bring high-speed Internet access to 97% of homes in Yancey and Mitchell counties.
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5/21/2010
Six teams across the US - including one from the AdvantageWest region - advance to final round.
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5/19/2010
The Eastern Band of Cherokee Indians earns Certified Entrepreneurial Community status from AdvantageWest.
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5/12/2010
AdvantageWest presents the 7th Carolina Connect conference on May 13. REGISTRATION AVAILABLE AT THE DOOR ON MAY 13 STARTING AT 7:30 AM.
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5/10/2010
Blake and Lesley from Local Edge Radio interview guests from AdvantageWest about the upcoming May 13 Carolina Connect conference. Listen to a podcast from the May 7 show here (2nd hour of the broadcast).
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5/7/2010
The Carolina Connect conference focuses on innovation, entrepreneurship and intrapreneurship. Connect with top business leaders, entrepreneurs and investors at this much anticipated event.
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5/4/2010
Economic development specialists from throughout Western North Carolina are collaborating to attract new investment and new jobs in the region...
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4/19/2010
AdvantageWest and BREC are now accepting nominations for innovative entrepreneurs and companies. *Deadline is April 30*
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4/16/2010
Panel of Education and Business Leaders to Hear From Leaders and Public in 23-County Region
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4/14/2010
The 2009 AdvantageWest Annual Report is now online.
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4/13/2010
Check out the latest edition of the AdvantageWest newsletter to learn more.
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4/13/2010
Due to construction on the roads around the AdvantageWest offices, the bimonthly meeting will take place at the DoubleTree Biltmore, located at 115 Hendersonville Rd. in Asheville, in room Burghley B.
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4/7/2010
AdvantageWest and the Blue Ridge Entrepreneurial Council are seeking sponsors for the 7th Annual Carolina Connect Conference. Learn more here.
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4/7/2010
The green economy, the power of manufacturing and the economic value of an educated work force cropped up repeatedly during AdvantageWest's economic summit, Pathways to a New Economy...
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4/1/2010
Business experts expressed optimism over the region’s economic future during an Advantage West Economic Summit...
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3/31/2010
Miss the AdvantageWest Economic Summit on March 29? View a video here.
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3/18/2010
Self-described "food-centric mountain irregular" Mark Rosenstein moved temporarily to the Great Smoky Mountains at age 19 to work at a restaurant. Thirty-eight years later, he's still there -- and it's easy to understand why...
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3/17/2010
Thanks to Blue Ridge Food Ventures there's an ever–increasing selection of locally made food items in Western North Carolina.
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3/16/2010
March 29 event features a panel of experts presenting a broad range of views on economic and business issues in NC.
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3/12/2010
Register now for these popular offerings.
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2/25/2010
Registration is now open for the AdvantageWest Economic Summit on March 29.
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2/10/2010
Due to construction around the AdvantageWest offices, meeting will be held at A-B Tech Enka Campus.
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1/26/2010
Program is designed to revitalize NC small towns through a combination of technical assistance, training, and planning and implementation grants.
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1/21/2010
The January 21 AdvantageWest e-newsletter is now online.
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1/19/2010
Blue Ridge Entrepreneurial Council presents forum on Jan. 26; pre-registration required
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1/17/2010
Deadline to sign up for upcoming workshop for economic development and tourism development authorities is Feb. 3
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1/9/2010
Sign up now for the next BREC forum.
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1/9/2010
Free Feb. 2 event is co-sponsored by AdvantageWest.
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1/8/2010
More than $8 million is available for entrepreneurial, job-creating ventures statewide.
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1/6/2010
Grants support activities that lead to job creation in tobacco-dependent or economically distressed areas of the state.
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1/6/2010
Blue Ridge Food Ventures co-sponsors workshops for current or prospective food businesses.
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12/21/2009
River Textile Services has chosen Forest City as the location for its new 62,500 sq. ft. healthcare laundry facility. RTS will employ 55 local residents, and add approximately $5 million to the county and city’s tax base.
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12/16/2009
Annual showcase of employers and quality job opportunities in healthcare, technology, hospitality, professional services, advanced manufacturing and other growth industries throughout the Western North Carolina region.
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12/15/2009
New job announcements include Thermo Fisher Scientific, adding 104 jobs to its Buncombe operation, and Marves Industries, expanding into Burke County and creating 66 jobs.
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12/12/2009
Top award goes to Wilkes County company; runners-up from Buncombe.
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12/11/2009
The Carolina Farm Stewardship Association, an organization that promotes local organic agriculture in the Carolinas, awarded one of AdvantageWest’s job creation programs “Business of the Year.”
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12/5/2009
Treat yourself, co-workers, clients and the ones you love to a beautiful artisan gift box of culinary delights from Blue Ridge Food Ventures.
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11/30/2009
Host Bill Weir takes a motorcycle ride on the legendary Tail of the Dragon in Swain County, considered by many as one of the world's best motorcycling and sports car roads.
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11/30/2009
The Dec. 10 meeting will be held at 2 p.m. at the Hilton Asheville Biltmore Park, due to road construction around the AdvantageWest offices.
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11/30/2009
Ferncliff Industrial Park in Mills River has achieved designation as a North Carolina Certified Site.
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11/29/2009
“Southern Fresh with Tim & Jan” is a new television series starting native North Carolinians Tim Haas, a chef, and Jan Kirby, a master gardener. The public is invited to an advance viewing of the first episode of “Southern Fresh” at a black tie-optional event, Dec. 5 at J.E. Broyhill Civic Center in Lenoir.
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11/25/2009
North Carolina and the AdvantageWest region continue to be recognized on a number of “best of” and other lists.
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11/24/2009
United Airlines begins twice-daily non-stop service to Chicago O’Hare International Airport (ORD) from Asheville Regional (AVL), connecting the Midwest with WNC.
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11/19/2009
Expansion Solutions Magazine announces HCPED as a "Top 5" Award of Excellence awardwinner.
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11/18/2009
North Cove Springs, a regional producer of bottled water from natural springs will invest more than $6.3 million and add 138 jobs.
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11/16/2009
AdvantageWest names former Henderson Co Director of Business Development as Executive VP and adds new position to develop strategies for supporting green economy in region.
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11/15/2009
Despite a rock slide on I-40 that has closed the interstate near the Tennessee-NC border, it’s business as usual for most of the AdvantageWest 23-county region. DETAILS AND ALTERNATE ROUTES HERE.
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11/14/2009
UNC-TV recently presented a town hall meeting on the region's economy, broadcast live from WCU and featuring a panel of local leaders. A video is now available for viewing online.
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11/12/2009
Executive order will assist in ongoing development and growth of the NC film industry and support fiscal incentives that help NC remain competitive in recruiting films.
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11/11/2009
Several members of the Marketing Assoc. for Rehabilitation Centers have won grants that will enable them to expand and add jobs.
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11/10/2009
Henry H. Doss of Ashe County and Larry Kernea of Cherokee County appointed to 19-member AdvantageWest board.
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11/1/2009
North Carolina is tops once again. Learn why in this article - plus, read the sidebar "Powerful Package," which mentions high tech leader Google, located in the AdvantageWest region.
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10/15/2009
Native is known for his roles in "The Assassination of Jesse James by the Coward Robert Ford," "Bright Star," "Lars and the Real Girl," and NBC’s "Parks and Recreation."
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10/11/2009
The next Blue Ridge Entrepreneurial Council forum focuses on creativity. Join us Oct. 20 at Asheville Renaissance. Preregistration required.
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10/8/2009
AdvantageWest joins the City of Asheville and other partners in a free forum for businesses to learn about opportunities through the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act.
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9/30/2009
The biggest economic development stories of the year for each of the seven economic development partnerships are highlighted in NC Magazine, starting with an article called "AdvantageWest Builds on Broadband."
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9/27/2009
The bimonthly meeting takes place at 2 p.m. at AdvantageWest.
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9/26/2009
Blue Ridge Entrepreneurial Council presents a forum on finance strategy on Sept. 29. Pre-registration is required.
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9/24/2009
Event connected up-and-coming food entrepreneurs from Blue Ridge Food Ventures with restaurant owners, grocery reps and the public.
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9/20/2009
Blue Ridge Food Ventures and some of the up-and-coming food entrepreneurs who produce, perfect and package their wares at the facility, with photo gallery featuring food companies UliMana and Delicias Latinas.
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9/16/2009
An insider's look at the activities during one busy morning at Blue Ridge Food Ventures.
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9/13/2009
Region’s specialty food entrepreneurs and their products celebrated at free September 23 showcase, just in time for holiday shopping season. Open to general public 5 to 7 pm, with 3 to 5 pm reserved for members of the specialty food and grocery trade and media.
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9/2/2009
State Commerce Secretary Keith Crisco and Deputy Commerce Secretary Dale B. Carroll tour Mills River property.
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8/19/2009
Elkamet is a custom rotational molder of plastic tanks and sub-assembly to fit customer needs for immediate assembly into their machines and vehicles. The company is capable of designing, manufacturing and assembling a tank from start to finish.
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8/18/2009
Two companies in the AdvantageWest region win grants from NC Green Business Fund.
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8/15/2009
Blue Ridge Entrepreneurial Council (BREC) and Mountain BizWorks present FastTrac, a practical, hands-on business development program designed to help entrepreneurs hone the skills needed to create, manage and grow a successful business.
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8/11/2009
Haywood County has once again captured the attention of Hollywood with the upcoming feature film, “Road to Nowhere.”
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8/11/2009
The Board of Directors of AdvantageWest Economic Development Group will meet on Thursday, Aug. 20, at 2 p.m. at the AdvantageWest offices, 134 Wright Brothers Way in Fletcher, adjacent to the Asheville Regional Airport.
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8/5/2009
Businesses and individuals profit when Hollywood comes to Western North Carolina.
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8/1/2009
Business Facilities publishes its annual rankings of the best of the best, for which the Asheville Metro ranks No. 8 for Quality of Life.
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8/1/2009
A Washington Post editor spends time enjoying Asheville.
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7/20/2009
Continental will invest over $30 million and add 338 new jobs over the next 5 years at its Fletcher manufacturing facility -- representing one of the largest manufacturing job creation project in WNC in more than 10 years.
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7/16/2009
Congratulations to the following officers elected by the 19-member AdvantageWest Board of Directors: Tommy Jenkins of Macon Co., re-elected Chairman; Wanda Proffitt of Yancey Co., elected 1st Vice Chair; Mike Fulenwider of Burke Co., elected 2nd Vice Chair; Tom Alexander of Buncombe Co., re-elected Corp. Treasurer; Dr. Connie Haire of Jackson Co., re-elected Corp. Secretary.
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7/10/2009
AdvantageWest CEO Scott Hamilton announces the promotion of Pam Lewis to senior vice president of entrepreneurial development.
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7/8/2009
Long-time staffer at AdvantageWest steps into expanded role, giving a nod to the importance of entrepreneurism to the economic development of the 23-county region.
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7/8/2009
Many plant species either native to Western North Carolina or able to grow here show much promise as medicinals. Bent Creek Institute is uniquely positioned to present an excellent green-jobs market opportunity.
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7/6/2009
Film showcases the institute’s vision for creating jobs in the region.
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7/1/2009
Mass transit is set to get a boost in Western North Carolina thanks to some economic stimulus money targeted for park and ride and carpooling lots.
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6/28/2009
Good Morning America Weekend, seen on the ABC television network, features Biltmore Estate and the art and charm of downtown Asheville.
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6/28/2009
Blue Ridge Community College hosts a series of free“Green Schools” in July, including How to Start a Green Business, How to Grow a Green Business, and How to Find a Green Job. AdvantageWest is a partner in this series.
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6/26/2009
Blue Ridge Food Ventures helps to supply local products for a cook-off among food bloggers and local chefs.
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6/24/2009
Senior Director of Entrepreneurial Programs at AdvantageWest, Pam Lewis, is one of several participants in a panel discussion and public forum about the state of the economy.
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6/24/2009
Three Henderson County manufacturers will spend a total of $17 million investing in new product lines and building expansions that will bring 32 new jobs to the area over the next several years.
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6/23/2009
Business and government leaders announce three job creation and investment expansions for BorgWarner, Warm Company and Wilsonart.
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6/23/2009
North Carolina was recently recognized for its 2008 economic development performance with a Silver Shovel Award from Area Development magazine.
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6/19/2009
Pam Lewis, Sr. VP of Entrepreneurial Development Programs at AdvantageWest, was one of several participants in a June 19 panel discussion and public forum about the state of the economy.
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6/18/2009
International Automotive Components' Old Fort facility receives awards from Honda for quality, delivery and productivity.
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6/17/2009
The Mountain Green Sustainability Conference takes place June 24 at Warren Wilson College, sponsored in part by AdvantageWest.
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6/16/2009
AdvantageGreen, the green economy program of AdvantageWest, is a sponsor of the 2009 Mountain Green Sustainability Conference, featuring 40 sessions on greening businesses, tourism, manufacturing, and real estate/development. A free evening program features environmentalist and NASCAR driver, Leilani Münter, the “Carbon Free Girl.”
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6/16/2009
Blue Ridge Food Venture partner, McConnell Farms, is among the 38 family farms on the Family Farm Tour June 27 and 28, sponsored in part by BRFV's Winter Sun Farms CSA program.
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6/10/2009
Delicias Latinas, a Blue Ridge Food Ventures client, caters to hungry construction workers.
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6/2/2009
On June 11th from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Halifax Mall in Raleigh, the Cucalorus Film Foundation and the 25 To Survive advocacy group will be sponsoring a meeting to help bolster awareness in the faltering motion picture industry and help increase film tax incentives to 25%.
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6/1/2009
Governor Bev Perdue announced that June will be Motion Picture Industry Month for North Carolina. The announcement urges North Carolinians to celebrate and recognize the impressive legacy and significance of North Carolina’s motion picture industry.
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6/1/2009
The 2009 HATCHfest Asheville, brought to Western North Carolina in part by AdvantageWest's Creative Commerce Commission (which includes WNC Film Commission), included groundbreakers in fashion design as well as architecture, journalism, design and technology, music, photography and film.
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5/27/2009
A collaborative effort by the Economic Development Coalition for Asheville and Buncombe County (EDC), AdvantageWest, Scientific Research Corporation (SRC), and Education & Research Services, Inc. (ERS) presents the message about technology-related opportunities and growth in WNC.
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5/21/2009
The Watauga County Economic Development Commission and Boone Area Chamber of Commerce celebrate the county's new status as a Certified Entrepreneurial Community(SM), an AdvantageWest designation that acknowledges local efforts to help people start their own small businesses.
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5/13/2009
AdvantageWest helped to bring HATCH Asheville to Western North Carolina, aimed at building the creative-arts community and mentoring young professionals. According to organizers and attendees alike, including AdvantageWest Board member Sam Neill, the festival was a success and will only get better.
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5/11/2009
Gov. Bev Perdue gathered community leaders and elected officials to Transylvania Vocational Services in Brevard where she announced the recommendation of funding for 16 Western North Carolina projects valued at $4.5 million. Among them was AdvantageWest's Green Asset Mapping Project.
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4/16/2009
Southern Business & Development Magazine’s online site features the CEC program designed by AdvantageWest to foster entrepreneurialism.
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4/13/2009
The next meeting of the Board of Directors meets April 23 at the AdvantageWest offices.
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4/10/2009
Despite the recession the U.S. remains the world's leading manufacturer—and much of what is made here can't be done elsewhere
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4/9/2009
Cold winter heats up ski resorts' business: as many as 550,000 people visited WNC's six ski resorts and two snow-tubing parks, eclipsing the previous best season.
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4/8/2009
What is HATCH Asheville? It’s the first running of an annual event that aims to inspire, educate, mentor and innovate in and across seven creative disciplines: architecture, design/technology, fashion, film, journalism, music and photography. It’s a front-row seat for anyone who wants to witness and participate in new art and new connections springing to life.
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4/7/2009
Stonewall Packaging LLC is building a new plant in Sylva to produce recycled cardboard packaging, creating 61 jobs in Jackson County.
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4/3/2009
Study says WNC is well-established as a leading center for craft production within the US; thus a significant growth industry and draw for tourists.
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4/1/2009
Hundreds of tech-savvy angel investors, venture capitalists and entrepreneurs looking for the next big thing converge at InnoVenture, including Blue Ridge Entrepreneurial Council member Jute and the App State winners of AdvantageWest’s national Juicy Ideas collegiate competition.
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3/17/2009
Starting or expanding a business that targets midlife and older adults? Gain information, insights and access to resources at this daylong event, sponsored in part by AdvantageWest.
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3/16/2009
Event organized by AdvantageWest, Land-of-Sky Regional Council, NC Center for Creative Retirement at UNC-Asheville, NC Center for Health and Aging and Western Carolina University addresses business opportunities targeting adults age 50+.
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3/9/2009
Award-winning regional economic and technology development organization working to create high-tech jobs, welcomes North Carolina’s 11th Congressional District into its alliance.
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3/2/2009
Sr. VP Betty Huskins is recognized for her leadership in tourism.
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2/5/2009
Blue Ridge Food Ventures receives grants to expand outreach programs for farmers, implement a wintertime CSA program, and increase space and services for entrepreneurs.
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2/3/2009
A profile on the new President and CEO of AdvantageWest Economic Development Group, Scott Hamilton.
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1/13/2009
Blue Ridge Food Ventures client UliMana is a top pick of the week by this national food blog.
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1/13/2009
President of 600-member NC Economic Developers Association, member of the NC Economic Development Board, and executive vice president at AdvantageWest, is named as president and CEO of AdvantageWest at special called meeting of board of directors.
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1/9/2009
AdvantageWest Board Chairman Tommy Jenkins has called for a special meeting of the AdvantageWest Board of Directors for Tuesday, January 13, 2009 at 2:00pm.
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1/5/2009
Longtime AdvantageWest CEO Dale Carroll is appointed as Deputy Secretary/COO of the NC Dept. of Commerce.
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