Partnership Hosts Industry Tours with HCPS for National Manufacturing Day
In honor of National Manufacturing Day, The Henderson County Partnership for Economic Development (HCPED), Henderson County Public Schools (HCPS), and four existing industries in Henderson County (Cummins, Elkamet, Jabil and UPM Raflatac) hosted facility tours for approximately 125 high school students this week. This event is sponsored by the Economic Investment Fund (EIF), a non-profit ...read more
Celebrating 2024-2025 Partner of the Year
The Henderson County Partnership for Economic Development (HCPED) held its much-anticipated Annual Event this month, bringing together over 250 community leaders, public partners, and dedicated members to celebrate the spirit of economic development in our region at WAG Farm. Welcome, Friends! The evening kicked off with a cocktail hour in the late afternoon sunshine. Drinks ...read more
Cane Creek Turns 30!
CANE CREEK CYCLING COMPONENTS CELEBRATES 30 YEARS OF INNOVATION June 24, 2025 Henderson County, NC – This year, Cane Creek turns 30 and to celebrate, they hosted a ribbon cutting and event at their new Experience Center on Saturday, June 14. The event featured their new limited collection of components in the brand’s signature color, ...read more
CANE CREEK CYCLING COMPONENTS CELEBRATES 30 YEARS OF INNOVATION WITH EXPERIENCE CENTER AND ANNIVERSARY COLLECTION
Henderson County, NC – This year, Cane Creek turns 30 and to celebrate, they are opening a brand-new Experience Center and launching a limited collection of components in the brand’s signature color, Cane Creek Blue. The Experience Center at Cane Creek will be an open-door space where riders can be fully immersed in the history ...read more
2023-2024 Annual Event & Forum
Like most folks in Henderson County, Hurricane Helene caused a pivot at The Partnership. The Annual Event was set to be held the week that the hurricane hit, but we were able to reschedule for April 2nd, and have to say that it might’ve been one of the best Annual Events yet! Dr. Melissa Furman ...read more
Special Moments in March
This month was full of events and recognitions in the economic development community! We are grateful to our partners for allowing us to host special events for everyone and to industries like Elkamet, Inc. for their 20-year long commitment to Henderson County. Elkamet, Inc. celebrated twenty successful years in Henderson County in mid-March. Leadership from Germany came ...read more
New Manufacturing Impact Infographic US Department of Commerce
Here in Henderson County, we see the positive impacts of manufacturing on our economy and our daily lives day in and day out. The same can be said for manufacturing across America. The US Department of Commerce just released a new set of data measuring the impact of manufacturing on our country. See below for ...read more
Lassonde Celebrates Expansion with Ribbon Cutting and Investment
On January 29th, Lassonde, a key manufacturing anchor in Henderson County, held a ribbon-cutting ceremony to celebrate the launch of their new single-serve production line and the continued expansion of their facility. This $53 million investment will enhance their production capabilities and create 30 new jobs, reinforcing their commitment to manufacturing in Henderson County. In addition ...read more
Partner of the Year: Clark Capital
Each year, the Executive Committee of the Partnership selects a Partner of the Year to be honored at the Annual Event. This award recognizes a partner who has demonstrated outstanding collaboration with the Partnership in driving economic growth, job creation, and investment in the region. With the cancellation of this year’s event, the Executive Committee gathered on ...read more
Another Thankful November
I love the month of November for so many reasons. It is the month I started here at the Partnership. It is the month I became a mom. It is the month we round out fall and look towards the Holidays. And a month traditionally steeped in gratitude. This November is no different. While Helene ...read more