EDC News

Biden-Harris Administration Announces Preliminary Terms with Wolfspeed to Solidify U.S. Technological Leadership in Silicon Carbide Manufacturing

From the U.S. Department of Commerce, Today, the Biden-Harris Administration announced that the U.S. Department of Commerce and Wolfspeed, Inc. have signed a non-binding preliminary memorandum of terms (PMT) to provide up to $750 million in proposed direct funding under the CHIPS and Science Act. The proposed funding would support Read more…

By Chatham EDC, ago

Chatham EDC Hosts Successful Investors Appreciation Event to Celebrate Community Support and Economic Growth

The Chatham Economic Development Corporation (EDC) recently held its semi-annual Investors Appreciation Event, last Thursday, October 3rd     at Forest Hall in Pittsboro. This event brought together key stakeholders and community leaders to celebrate the vital role that our investors play in the growth and development of Chatham County. The attendees Read more…

By Chatham EDC, ago

Chatham EDC Hires Monica Alvarado as Marketing and Communications Specialist

PRESS RELEASE FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Pittsboro, North Carolina – The Chatham Economic Development Corporation is thrilled to announce that Monica Alvarado has joined the organization as the new Marketing and Communications Specialist. Alvarado will primarily be responsible for implementing strategic marketing initiatives that align with the CEDC’s mission and managing Read more…

By Chatham EDC, ago

Chatham Supplier Expo

Join us at the Chatham Supplier Expo, where innovation meets opportunity! Discover a curated selection of top suppliers showcasing opportunities to elevate your business. Network with industry leaders and explore new partnerships. Reserve your spot today and unlock new possibilities for growth and efficiency. We look forward to welcoming you Read more…

By Chatham EDC, ago

Project Ice selects Siler City, Chatham-Siler City Advanced Manufacturing (CAM) Site for 157 new jobs, $39M investment, pending final real estate and local grant negotiations

Siler City, NC – April 23, 2024 – Housing component manufacturer Innovative Construction Group (ICG or the Company) announced Tuesday that they are planning a manufacturing facility in Siler City subject to receiving local incentive approvals and finalizing real estate negotiations. The Company would make a capital investment of approximately Read more…

By Chatham Economic Development Corporation, ago

Chatham County’s Wolfspeed Project wins Southern Economic Development Council’s 2023 Community Economic Development Award

The Southern Economic Development Council (SEDC) honored Chatham County’s Wolfspeed project with the 2023 Community Economic Development Award for the 40,001-100,000 population category. The award recognizes outstanding communities for their efforts in advancing economic viability through economic and community development programs. The winners were announced Tuesday, August 15th at the Read more…

By Chatham Economic Development Corporation, ago