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Students Tour Local Manufacturing Facilities to Explore Manufacturing Career Paths

October 6, 2017

Henderson County, NC: Over 230 high school students from Henderson County Public Schools will tour eight different manufacturing operations today as part of the Made in Henderson program. Students participating in the tours will learn more about the availability of advanced manufacturing careers in Henderson County. Participating companies will showcase the multiple career entry points… read more

Economic Investment Fund awarded Community Foundation Grant

August 28, 2017

The Economic Investment Fund of Henderson County (EIF), an affiliate of the Henderson County Partnership for Economic Development, has been awarded a grant of $10,000 by the Community Foundation of Henderson County. The grant will be utilized to enhance the Made in Henderson County program, a coordinated effort to connect manufacturing employers, the Henderson County… read more

FY17-18 Partnership Board of Directors

August 2, 2017

As the 2017-2018 fiscal year kicks off, The Partnership for Economic Development is pleased to announce members of the Board of Directors for this year. Our work is enabled by our investors, and is led by our Board of Directors who are passionate about Henderson County’s economic and employment future. Serving as Chair for the… read more

Mahindra Locates North American Sales HQ in Henderson County, NC

July 27, 2017

Hendersonville, NC: Mahindra Vehicle Sales and Service, Inc. (MVSS) announced their North American office headquarters today in Henderson County, North Carolina. Mahindra has an established reputation for their farm equipment brand in the US, and is gaining attention for their internationally-recognized presence in the automotive sector. The MVSS location will support planned growth as the… read more

HCPED focuses on retention of existing industry, recruitment of new industry, protection of industrial land and workforce development in Henderson County, North Carolina.

Henderson County is situated south of Asheville, NC and north of Greenville, SC. The county has a strong industrial base, thriving in plastics & metals, automotive components, outdoor recreation as well as a balanced tourism, healthcare, and agricultural community. HCPED has a solid project management team to assist manufacturers with their growth and entry into the community. Our team assists with site and building development, workforce recruitment and overall community connections.