From the Chatham News + Record, by Bill Horner III. PITTSBORO — The objective? “Ambitious” just scratches the surface. If the Chatham County EDC’s “Accelerate 2026” five-year development initiative hits its marks, however, the impact — a significant increase in local jobs and tax base growth — will, combined with Read more…
PITTSBORO, NC – October 6, 2021 – Following breakfast and an exciting update on development activity in Chatham County, Michael Smith, Chatham Economic Development Corporation (CEDC) President and Kirk Bradley, Lee-Moore Capital Company President, CEO and Chairman and Accelerate 2026 Council Chairman announced that the EDC had secured $751,250 of Read more…
The Chatham Economic Development Corporation (EDC) seeks applicants to serve on its board of directors. The application deadline is September 10, 2021 at 4 p.m. Chatham EDC is a 501(c)3 nonprofit organization that leads economic development efforts in Chatham County. The board of directors adopts policies, manages finances and ensures Read more…
By the Chatham News + Record: Michael Smith is an experienced economic development professional with more than 20 years serving in local organizations and with the N.C. Dept. of Commerce. At his most recent position in Lee County, he had significant success in business recruitment and product development. Smith has Read more…
From the Chatham News + Record: PITTSBORO — After 100 days as head of Chatham’s leading business recruitment agency, Michael Smith is still glad he took the job. “It’s even better than I knew,” he told the News + Record. “I kind of slipped in right when a lot of Read more…
Chatham County Economic Development Corporation is pleased to announce that Michael Smith has been selected as President. Smith comes to Chatham County EDC with more than 20 years’ experience in economic development, most recently as Executive Director with Sanford Area Growth Alliance. EDC Chairman Jeff Wilson said, “We are excited Read more…
The Chatham Economic Development Corporation (EDC) seeks applicants to serve on its board of directors. The application deadline is September 4, 2020 at 5 p.m. Chatham EDC is a 501(c)3 nonprofit organization that leads economic development efforts in Chatham County. The board of directors adopts policies, manages finances and ensures Read more…
Chatham Economic Development Corporation Announces Resignation of Alyssa Byrd PITTSBORO, NC – August 4, 2020 – Effective August 28, 2020, Alyssa Byrd will be resigning as president of Chatham Economic Development Corporation (EDC). Byrd joined the EDC in 2011 as a communication specialist. In her nine and a half years Read more…
The Chatham Economic Development Corporation (EDC) believes that Black Lives Matter. In our work to support entrepreneurs, assist local businesses and recruit new industries, we recognize the significant value that Black businesses, organizations, consumers and residents bring to Chatham County. We must do better to serve and include members of Read more…
PITTSBORO, NC – May 26, 2020 – The Chatham Economic Development Corporation is accepting applications from businesses for its Chatham Loan Fund – COVID-19 program. The Chatham Loan Fund helps entrepreneurs and small business access capital by providing collateral towards loans. Through the updated program, businesses can access up to Read more…