PITTSBORO, N.C. — August 19, 2026 — The Chatham Economic Development Corporation (Chatham EDC) is pleased to announce that Josh Fasnacht has joined the organization as its new Business Retention and Expansion Manager. Fasnacht will primarily focus on supporting Chatham County’s existing industries and employers, serving as a key point Read more…
Chatham County, North Carolina, is rapidly emerging as a prime destination for business expansion. With its strategic location in the heart of the state, its skilled workforce, and growing business environment, Chatham offers a variety of opportunities for companies looking to expand operations. Regardless of the scale of your business, Read more…
Chatham County is quickly becoming a thriving hub for businesses looking to expand, as we have seen with Wolfspeed and the recent announcement of MetOx moving to Chatham County. The Chatham Economic Development Corporation (EDC) is committed to ensuring that companies have the resources and support they need to expand Read more…
From the Economic Development Partnership of North Carolina’s most recent article: “Ranking in the top five for economy, workforce and business friendliness, the State garners the honor in a year of economic volatility thanks to outpacing the nation’s other states in job wins. CNBC has named North Carolina as America’s Read more…
At the center of it all, Chatham County is gaining traction very quickly as a prime location for job seekers and businesses alike. With the county’s strategic location, growing economy, increasing population, and quality of life, Chatham is more than just a place to live—it’s a place to thrive. Whether Read more…
In recent years, the manufacturing industry has experienced a significant resurgence across the United States. Once considered a “dying” industry in the 1980s, manufacturing is now BOOMING. However, the big question remains: what is fueling this growth, and what does it mean for our local communities? Several factors contribute to Read more…