Stanly County Economic Development Commission

10/14/2026

10/14/2026

The second annual Stanly Summit is taking place on October 23 from 9-1PM at A Place in the Vineyard in Albemarle!

Hear local, regional, and statewide updates about economic standing and updates in Stanly County. This year's Summit keynote speaker Samantha Cole, Child Care Business Liaison at NC Department of Commerce.

Tickets are live on the Stanly Chamber of Commerce website. https://web.stanlychamber.org/atlas/events/3207/details

*Seats are limited, so make sure to get your tickets today!*

10/01/2026

This is a reminder to secure your tickets for the 2nd Annual Stanly Summit Event coming up in 3 weeks!

This year's Summit will take place 9am-1pm on October 23 at A Place in the Vineyard in Albemarle.

Purchase your tickets on the Stanly County Chamber website here: https://web.stanlychamber.org/atlas/events/3207/details

09/25/2026

Tickets for the 2nd Annual Stanly Summit Event are live on the Stanly County Chamber website! This year's Summit will take place 9am-1pm on October 23 at A Place in the Vineyard in Albemarle.

Purchase your tickets here: https://web.stanlychamber.org/atlas/events/2026-stanly-summit-3207/details

Hear updates from County, regional, and state partners, as well as a keynote speaker. This half-day gathering brings together business leaders, elected officials, and regional partners to explore the future of growth and opportunity in our community.

09/01/2026

🛠️🎓 REAL SKILLS. REAL EXPERIENCES. REAL OPPORTUNITIES.

Career & Technical Education is making an impact across Stanly County Schools! CTE helps students connect what they learn in the classroom to what comes next.

The numbers are in and tell an incredible story! 👏

🌟 998 Middle School CTE Students
🌟 1,234 High School CTE Students
🌟 4,454 Credentials Earned
🌟 74% Credential Attainment Rate
🌟 45 Students Participating in Internships
🌟 631 8th Graders Engaged in Career Exploration
🌟 56 CTE Courses Offered through SCS
🌟 58 Guest Speakers Bringing Real-World Experience into CTE Classrooms

These numbers represent more than participation—they represent students discovering interests, developing skills, earning credentials, connecting with local employers and building pathways toward college, careers and their futures.

We are proud of our CTE students, educators, Career Development Coordinators and community and industry partners who make these opportunities possible! 🙌

09/01/2026

Congratulations Stanly Community College and a thoughtful thank you to the Golden LEAF Foundation 🌟🌟🌟

Building the workforce Stanly County needs. 🔧⚡

Stanly Community College is expanding its plumbing and electrical programs to prepare students for high-demand careers and help address a growing skilled labor shortage in the region.

With $375,000 in support from Golden LEAF, the college is launching a new Plumbing program and expanding its Electrical Systems Technology program. Students gain hands-on training, industry-recognized credentials and opportunities to connect with local employers—all in a new trades facility designed to support their success.

What is an example of a collaboration that is building the skilled workforce in your community?

You can learn more here: https://goldenleaf.org/expanding-instruction-in-high-demand-trades/?month=August-Workforce-2026&platform=Facebook

09/01/2026

We're proud of where we're going because of where we've been.

For 125 years, we've built a legacy on trust, performance, and integrity, and we're nowhere near done.

See what sets us apart: https://www.charlottepipe.com/about-us

09/01/2026

We are excited to announce that Elizabeth Underwood Kazimir, the Director of Economic Development with the Stanly County Economic Development Commission, will be joining our speaker lineup for our Women Business Owners Leadership Summit!

Whether you are launching a new business, growing an existing one, or looking to strengthen your management skills, the Women Business Owners Leadership Summit offers practical tools and inspiration to help you succeed. This engaging event brings together experienced women leaders and business professionals to share real-world strategies that can be applied immediately in your business.

Attendees will gain valuable insights on management essentials, customer service excellence, effective networking, and HR best practices, including conflict management strategies. In addition to expert-led sessions, participants will have the opportunity to learn directly from our speakers and each other during an interactive panel discussion.

This summit is designed to help women business owners build confidence, expand their professional networks, strengthen their leadership abilities, and discover new opportunities for business growth. Whether you are an entrepreneur, manager, or aspiring business owner, you will leave with actionable ideas, meaningful connections, and renewed motivation to take your business and leadership journey to the next level.

To register for seated, click the link below:
https://www.ncsbc.net/workshop.aspx?ekey=500460101

To register for online, click the link below:
https://www.ncsbc.net/workshop.aspx?ekey=500460102

08/14/2026

Apprenticeships are helping North Carolinians earn while they learn—and helping employers build the skilled workforce they need. In the latest Golden LEAF Critical Conversations, leaders from Apprenticeship NC, Stanly Community College, and Southeastern Community College share how partnerships among employers, schools, and community colleges are creating stronger workforce pipelines. Hear how these programs are opening doors for students and strengthening rural communities across North Carolina. Listen now!

https://goldenleaf.org/earn-while-you-learn-apprenticeships-build-north-carolinas-workforce-pipeline/?month=August-Foundation-2026&platform=Facebook

03/05/2026

We need your opinion - Help us draft our seminar offerings for the fall in 2026!