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Growing Farms and Opportunity in Eastern North Carolina

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NCGrowth recently wrapped up an exciting project with Freedom Org, aimed at transforming agricultural access and economic opportunity in Edgecombe County, NC. The Freedom Org Farm Incubator & Equipment Share Program is designed to support new and underserved farmers by providing access to land, tools, and training—creating a path toward food security, economic resilience, and health equity. Read More

 
 

Celebrating Success at 'Thriving in the Carolinas' Event

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On February 25, 2025, NCGrowth and the Kenan Institute for Private Enterprise hosted "Thriving in the Carolinas: Supporting Small Businesses and Communities" at the UNC Kenan Center. This drop-in style showcase attracted over 100 attendees, including entrepreneurs, community leaders, and students, all dedicated to fostering inclusive economic growth in the Carolinas. Read More

 

Welcome Jayson Crusenberry to the NCGrowth Team!

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Jayson is a seasoned marketing and communications professional with over a decade of experience supporting Indigenous communities. Before joining NCGrowth, he served as the Director of Communications for the Eastern Band of Cherokee Indians, where he led impactful multi-platform campaigns, advanced tourism, and supported government and community initiatives. With expertise in strategic planning, storytelling, and stakeholder collaboration, Jayson is passionate about fostering sustainable growth and celebrating Native heritage. Read More

 

Welcome Myra Belgreat to the NCGrowth Team!

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Myra Belgreat is an NCGrowth Business Engagement Specialist based in Roanoke Rapids, North Carolina. A bilingual consultant, project manager, and former Spanish Language and Culture educator, Myra is dedicated to empowering entrepreneurs and intrapreneurs through economic development and innovation. As Vice President of the Halifax Human Relations Committee, she works to bridge cultural and linguistic gaps within the community. Read More

 

RES 2025 Conference Recap

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In early March, I joined members of the NCGrowth team (Mark Little, Christina Theodorou, Jessamyn Tracy and Belton Moore) and more than 4,500 attendees in Las Vegas for the 2025 Reservation Economic Summit (RES), hosted by the National Center for American Indian Enterprise Development (NCAIED). Read More

 

Upcoming Events

 
 

May
2025

Blueways Tourism on Tribal Lands
Virtual

 

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July
2025

Rural Business Workshop
Walterboro, SC

 

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SEPT
2025

A.I. for Small Business Workshop
Charleston, SC

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