2014 Industrial Executives Forum
The 2014 Industrial Executives Forum will take place on Tuesday, April 29th at Blue Ridge Community College’s Technology Education & Development Center. The full agenda and details for the forum are below. If you would like to attend, and have not already responded, please RSVP now to [email protected] or (828) 692-6373. Networking Breakfast: 8:00 – ...read more
Made in Henderson County Video
We have worked with our friends in local industry and the Henderson County Public Schools to produce a short video that highlights some of the misconceptions and realities of today’s manufacturing career opportunities and work environment. Eighteen middle school students enrolled in Career Technical Education courses were interviewed about their perception of manufacturing as a ...read more
Industrial Executives Forum April 29th
The Henderson County Partnership for Economic Development invites members and manufacturers to the 2014 Industrial Executives Forum scheduled for Tuesday, April 29th at Blue Ridge Community College’s Technology Education and Development Center. Registration and networking will begin at 8:00 am. This year’s forum will include a presentation from the North Carolina Department of Commerce, Division ...read more
Elkamet Announces Growth & New Jobs
East Flat Rock, NC – Germany-based Elkamet, announced plans for an expansion which would allow for the addition of a new plastics-related product to support existing and new business in the automotive sector. The $2,350,000 plus investment in machinery and equipment will begin this fall, with production slated to begin in early 2015. The new ...read more
BorgWarner Builds Connection with Henderson County Public Schools
On Friday, February 21, 2014 in partnership with Made in Henderson County, educators from Henderson County Public Schools participated in a lunch and tour of BorgWarner Thermal Systems’ 170,000 square foot manufacturing facility. BorgWarner has been located in Fletcher, NC since 1999, growing to 275 full-time employees. The thermal division is responsible for developing and ...read more
Prospering in 2014
Prospering in 2014 Enhance business development skills for higher revenue. Connect to more potential customers. WNC conference assists local businesses and non-profit organizations position themselves for growth in 2014. Wednesday, March 5th Blue Ridge Community College, Flat Rock, NC 8:30-8:45 am Welcome in Gala Room 8:45-9:45 am How to Build the Foundations of a Good ...read more
Vocational Solutions Printing Services Ribbon Cutting
Vocational Solutions Printing Services Ribbon Cutting Join Vocational Solutions on Thursday, January 30th at 5:00 for a ribbon cutting for their new printing services. Vocational Solutions of Henderson County is dedicated to providing career and life skills training to adults with disabilities or other vocational barriers, in a safe, caring environment. The organization offers programs ...read more
ASG (AGI Shorewood) Announces $8.5M Expansion & 50 New Jobs
East Flat Rock, NC – ASG (AGI Shorewood), a global packaging company that specializes in the development of innovative solutions for the consumer products segment, announces plans to expand the company’s Henderson County, NC facility. The expansion is expected to add 50 new jobs, with average wages exceeding $40,000 per year, surpassing the county’s annual ...read more
Wingate University Hendersonville MBA students first to graduate
Just over two years ago, the first cohort of students began classes in Wingate University’s Hendersonville MBA Program in summer and fall 2011. The students completed the program in December at the conclusion of the fall 2013 semester. A celebration was held in their honor on Dec. 18. These 16 graduating students are scheduled to ...read more
Made in Henderson County Connects Schools & Blue Ridge Metals Corporation
On Wednesday, December 11, 2013 Blue Ridge Metals Corporation (BRM) advanced the Made in Henderson County campaign by hosting Career and Technical Education (CTE) teachers and guidance counselors from North Henderson High School and Apple Valley Middle School. Factory manager, Steve Sheppard and Human Resource Supervisor, Melissa Bradley spent time with the group over lunch, ...read more