This week, economic development will be in the spotlight, as the Charlotte Regional Business Alliance joins hundreds of partners across the country in recognizing Economic Development Week.
As the voice of business, the Charlotte Regional Business Alliance is proud to highlight the collective successes of the dedicated professionals who are advancing the Charlotte Region as the nation’s most vibrant, innovative, and healthy economy for all.
From May 8-12, communities across North America will celebrate and recognize the contributions made by professional economic developers to create more economically vibrant and livable communities.
Charlotte Regional Business Alliance Chief Business Recruitment Officer Danny Chavez and his Select CLT team work tirelessly to advance economic development in the 15-county, bi-state region.
“We’re proud to work collaboratively with our stakeholders across the region to bring a data-driven approach to economic development,” Chavez said. “The work we do each day transforms lives across the region, creates the potential for growth and prosperity, and helps businesses understand why the Carolinas are some of the best places in the world to do business.”
Created in 2016 by International Economic Development Council (IEDC), the largest international professional trade association for economic developers, Economic Development Week aims to increase awareness for local programs that create jobs, advance career development opportunities, and improve the quality of life in communities everywhere.
“As local and regional economies evolve, the role of economic developers and development organizations are crucial in energizing, preparing, and promoting local economic growth,” IEDC President & CEO Nathan Ohle said. “The 2023 Economic Development Week will recognize, distinguish, and show appreciation for the innovation and leadership of our community leaders building an equitable, sustainable, resilient, and inclusive future. I hope communities everywhere will join us in celebrating the accomplishments and important work economic developers perform in their communities year-round.”
