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- [Burke County, NC Expands Economic Development Reach Through Partnership with Charlotte Regional Business Alliance](https://burkedevinc.com/2026/07/06/burke-county-nc-expands-economic-development-reach-through-partnership-with-charlotte-regional-business-alliance/)
- [Burke Development Incorporated Names Brandon Ruppe as President and CEO](https://burkedevinc.com/2026/03/31/burke-development-incorporated-names-brandon-ruppe-as-president-and-ceo/)
- [Burke County Property Included in Select Sites Program](https://burkedevinc.com/2026/02/19/burke-county-property-included-in-select-sites-program/) - Site Chosen for Its Development Potential FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE February 19, 2026 BURKE COUNTY, N.C. – Burke Development Inc. (BDI) has received notification that a portion of the Great Meadows property has been included in the Western NC Select Site Readiness Report released today by EDPNC. This continues a program established in 2023 by the
- [GENERAL CONTRACTOR PRE-QUALIFICATION FOR THE PROJECT BURKE COUNTY “JOB READY” INDUSTRIAL SHELL & SITE WORK](https://burkedevinc.com/2025/06/09/general-contractor-pre-qualification-for-the-project-burke-county-job-ready-industrial-shell-site-work/)
- [OPT-IN Kickoff Event Unites Students, Employers, and Partners Around Workforce Opportunity](https://burkedevinc.com/2025/03/26/opt-in-kickoff-event-unites-students-employers-and-partners-around-workforce-opportunity/) - OPT-IN Initiative Kickoff 2025 Burke County, NC - March 20, 2025 - The OPT-IN (Opportunity Internship) initiative officially kicked off itsfourth-year last night with an event that brought together students, educators, employers, andcommunity partners — all united around one mission: connecting young talent with real-worldcareer opportunities right here in Burke County. Held at the Foothills
- [Press Releases from Burke County Government regarding: Donations, Volunteer Efforts, and Debris Pickup](https://burkedevinc.com/2024/10/04/press-releases-from-burke-county-government-regarding-donations-volunteer-efforts-and-debris-pickup/)
- [Building Reuse Grant for Burke County Manufacturer](https://burkedevinc.com/2024/08/15/building-reuse-grant-for-burke-county-manufacturer/) - $175,000 Building Reuse Grant Announced for Project Office For Immediate Release Burke County, NC – August 15, 2024 – Governor Roy Cooper’s Office, in conjunction with the North Carolina Department of Commerce, has announced the awarding of a Building Reuse grant to MillerKnoll Inc. to support a significant expansion of its manufacturing facility in Hildebran,
- [Wood opens up about Great Meadows Site](https://burkedevinc.com/2024/05/21/wood-opens-up-about-great-meadows-site/) - BDI boss says lithium battery factory unlikely for industrial park. Original article posted in The Paper on Tuesday, May 17, 2024. Written by Marty Queen. For more information about the proposed Great Meadows Site, see Alan Wood's comments in the following article: https://www.thepaper.media/stories/wood-opens-up-about-megasite,14881
- [$500k Building Reuse Grant Announced for Project Fern](https://burkedevinc.com/2023/12/08/500k-building-reuse-grant-announced-for-project-fern/) - Chaddock Furniture to Complete Expansions/Renovations – Over $1.1M Investment For Immediate Release Morganton, N.C. (December 8, 2023) - Governor Roy Cooper’s Office and the North Carolina Department of Commerce have announced the award of a Building Reuse grant to support the renovation of Ferguson Copeland LLC (dba Chaddock). The company, located at 100 Reep Dr.
- [Burke County Company Plans Expansion of Existing Location](https://burkedevinc.com/2023/06/16/burke-county-company-plans-expansion-of-existing-location/) - $200,000 Building Reuse Grant Announced for Project Piano For Immediate Release Burke County, N.C. (June 16, 2023) Governor Roy Cooper’s Office and the North Carolina Department of Commerce have announced the award of a Building Reuse grant to support the growth of Maynard Electric Company in Burke County. The company, located at 117 Dugout Circle
- [Congratulations NCSSM Morganton Campus on the Opening of  "The Barn"](https://burkedevinc.com/2023/06/14/congratulations-ncssm-morganton-campus-on-the-opening-of-the-barn/)
- [Craft renewing: A Morganton manufacturer excels with artisans crafting luxury furniture for discerning consumers: Congratulations Chaddock Furniture!!!](https://burkedevinc.com/2023/04/03/craft-renewing-a-morganton-manufacturer-excels-with-artisans-crafting-luxury-furniture-for-discerning-consumers-congratulations-chaddock-furniture/)
- [<em>Historic Drexel Rail Site Readies for Its Next Chapter</em>](https://burkedevinc.com/2023/02/28/historic-drexel-rail-site-readies-for-its-next-chapter/) - Great article from ElectriCities on the history and development of the Drexel, NC site. Enjoy!!! https://www.electricities.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/2023_EC_Developments_WINTER-REV.pdf
- [<strong>First Manufacturing Business Set to Break Ground in Burke Business Park</strong>](https://burkedevinc.com/2023/01/13/first-manufacturing-business-set-to-break-ground-in-burke-business-park/) - UNIX Dr., LLC to Build Distribution Center BURKE COUNTY, N.C. (January 12, 2023) In May 2020, UNIX Packaging, LLC announced they were opening their third U.S. state of the art beverage manufacturing plant in Burke County. The new facility was planned to create over 150 new jobs by the end of 2022 with an investment
- [$500,000 Building Reuse Grant Announced for Expansion](https://burkedevinc.com/2022/12/08/500000-building-reuse-grant-announced-for-expansion/) - NC Community College Customized Training Program to Assist with Training For Immediate Release BURKE COUNTY, N.C. (December 8, 2022) Governor Roy Cooper’s Office and the North Carolina Department of Commerce have announced the award of a Building Reuse grant to support Project Fill, an expansion project at a facility in Burke County. Gerresheimer Glass received
- [OPPORTUNITY INTERN SUCCESS STORY:](https://burkedevinc.com/2022/11/03/opportunity-intern-success-story/) - Opportunity Internship (Opt-In) - Thanks to our partners in making this a success. #burkecountypublicschools #westernpiedmontcommunitycollege #workinburke and all employers who participated.
- [Burke County Manufacturer Plans 10k Sq. Ft. Expansion](https://burkedevinc.com/2022/10/20/burke-county-manufacturer-plans-10k-sq-ft-expansion/) - $500,000 Building Reuse Grant Announced for Project Vette Burke County, N.C. (October 20, 2022) Governor Roy Cooper’s Office and the North Carolina Department of Commerce has announced the award of a $200,000 Building Reuse grant to support the growth of Burke County manufacturer Molded Fiber Glass Co. (MFG). MFG is expanding its facility to increase
- [<strong>OPT-IN Program Celebrates Graduation</strong>](https://burkedevinc.com/2022/08/17/opt-in-program-celebrates-graduation/) - Fifteen Complete 8 Week Internship Morganton, NC (August 8, 2022) – OPT-IN partners, interns, mentors, family and friends met Monday afternoon at COMMA to celebrate the graduation of the first 8-week internship program. Burke Development Inc. (BDI), Burke County Public Schools (BCPS), Work in Burke and Western Piedmont Community College (WPCC) brought it to a successful completion.
- [Gerresheimer to Expand Morganton Plant: $94M Investment](https://burkedevinc.com/2022/08/12/gerresheimer-to-expand-morganton-plant-94m-investment/) - Read details here: https://morganton.com/news/local/gerresheimer-to-expand-its-morganton-plant-hire-new-workers/article_f2678b70-18d9-11ed-8617-c3355b1f7fd6.html
- [Morganton Company Receives Grant Funding to Aid Expansion: Project Bravo](https://burkedevinc.com/2022/02/11/morganton-company-receives-grant-funding-to-aid-expansion-project-bravo/) - Morganton, N.C. (February 11, 2022) – Governor Roy Cooper’s Office announced funding today to aid in the expansion for Project Bravo in Burke County. The company has been approved through the North Carolina Department of Commerce to receive a $75,000 One NC Grant with a $200,000 Building Reuse Grant to be reviewed by the Rural
- [Hickory, Burke County leaders unveil $1.5 million hangar at Hickory Regional Airport](https://burkedevinc.com/2022/06/29/hickory-burke-county-leaders-unveil-1-5-million-hangar-at-hickory-regional-airport/) - HICKORY — Officials from Hickory and Burke County celebrated the completion of a new 12,000-square-foot hangar at the Hickory Regional Airport on Monday. Check out the following link for full story and video: https://morganton.com/news/hickory-burke-county-leaders-unveil-1-5-million-hangar-at-hickory-regional-airport/article_f4d4b18b-7d23-50cb-8e48-c05e958e0d77.html
- [Project Highlander Announcement:](https://burkedevinc.com/2022/04/20/project-highlander-announcement/) - VANGUARD FURNITURE CO., INC. TO LOCATE IN BURKE COUNTY For Immediate Release BURKE COUNTY, N.C. (April 20, 2022) - North Carolina Governor Roy Cooper’s Office announced funding today to aid in the expansion for Project Highlander in Burke County. The project is set to support Vanguard Furniture Co., Inc. who will locate in a former Drexel Heritage
- [SynergyLabs Locates in Burke County](https://burkedevinc.com/2019/06/19/synergylabs-locates-in-burke-county/) - Major Pet Products Manufacturer SynergyLabs Locates in Burke County Company Will Bring 237 New Jobs to Morganton BURKE COUNTY, N.C. (June 18, 2019) - North Carolina Governor Roy Cooper announced that SynergyLabs, a manufacturer of specialty pet products, will locate an operation in Hildebran creating 237 jobs and investing $11.2M over the next five years. SynergyLabs will locate
- [NCRR Invests $2.92 Million in “Build Ready Sites”](https://burkedevinc.com/2022/03/02/ncrr-invests-2-92-million-in-build-ready-sites/) - The North Carolina Railroad Company Launches New Economic Development Initiativeto Increase the Number of N.C. Rail-Served Sites Ready for Development. FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE RALEIGH, N.C., MARCH 1, 2022 – The North Carolina Railroad Company (NCRR) awarded approximately $2.92 million to rail-served sites in six counties across North Carolina through its new Build Ready Sites initiative.
- [EJ Victor Receives $240,000 Building Reuse Grant From the State for Expansion and Up Fit](https://burkedevinc.com/2021/12/13/ej-victor-received-240000-building-reuse-grant-from-the-state-for-expansion/) - Morganton, N.C. (December 9, 2021) – Premier furniture manufacturer EJ Victor received a $240,000 Building Reuse grant from the state. The grant supports expansion and restoration of the building they currently occupy at 110 Wamsutta Mill Road in Morganton. The City of Morganton was the applicant for the grant and they along with Burke County will supply
- [Community and State Leaders Partner to Announce Launch of Toner Machining Technologies’ (TMT) New Location and Expansion Project.](https://burkedevinc.com/2021/12/13/community-and-state-leaders-partner-to-announce-the-launch-of-toner-machining-technologies-tmt-new-location-and-expansion-project/) - Burke County, N.C. (December 9, 2021) – Toner Machining Technologies (TMT) plans to hire approximately 30 employees and make a significant investment to purchase and up fit the Emery Corporation building located on North Green Street in Morganton. TMT received a $240,000 Building Reuse grant from the state which will support the up fit of the
- [EDPNC - YOUR INVESTMENT MAKES OUR WORK POSSIBLE](https://burkedevinc.com/2021/06/08/edpnc-your-investment-makes-our-work-possible/) - EDPNC proudly serves as North Carolina’s statewide economic development organization. By partnering with and investing through EDPNC, you are directly impacting our state’s economic performance and health. Together, we are securing North Carolina’s future. For more information, please follow this link to see the video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XGBTd42pc9s&feature=youtu.be
- [Burke Development Welcomes Homes Urban Development](https://burkedevinc.com/2021/05/25/burke-development-welcomes-homes-urban-development/) - Murphy’s Farm Apartments set to open in mid-2022 For Immediate Release Greenville, SC and Morganton, NC (May 14, 2021) – Homes Urban Development and its investment partner, Centerlane Capital, are excited to announce the groundbreaking of their new multifamily apartment community, Murphy’s Farm Apartments. The groundbreaking will take place on Friday, May 14 from 11:00
- [Developing: CHS Blue Ridge to separate from Atrium, partner with UNC Health Care](https://burkedevinc.com/2021/04/28/developing-chs-blue-ridge-to-separate-from-atrium-partner-with-unc-health-care/) - It is exciting to see this article in the News Herald regarding Carolinas Healthcare System Blue Ridge. CHS Blue Ridge has continuously demonstrated their commitment to local and regional health care and this will allow them to increase specialty services and expand a network of care for the region. Congratulations CHS Blue Ridge and thank
- [Burke County Manufacturer Plans 100k sq. ft. Expansion](https://burkedevinc.com/2021/02/18/burke-county-manufacturer-plans-100k-sq-ft-expansion/) - $500,000 Building Reuse Grant Announced for County For Immediate Release BURKE COUNTY, N.C. (February 19, 2021) Governor Roy Cooper’s Office and the North Carolina Department of Commerce have announced the award of a Building Reuse grant to support the growth of a Burke County manufacturer. J.E. Ekornes USA, Inc. received a $500,000 grant to support
- [Burke Development Inc. Desires to Engage Internet Service Providers to Provide High Speed Internet to Portions of County](https://burkedevinc.com/2021/01/28/burke-development-inc-desires-to-engage-internet-service-providers-to-provide-high-speed-internet-to-portions-of-county/) - Burke County, NC (January 28, 2021) Burke Development Inc. (BDI) has received a $100,000 grant from the Appalachian Regional Commission (ARC) to extend internet service to residential and business customers in unserved and underserved areas and is seeking a qualified Internet Service Provider (ISP) to provide broadband services and a 100% match for this grant
- [East Coast Bedding plans to locate to Burke](https://burkedevinc.com/2020/12/16/east-coast-bedding-plans-to-locate-to-burke/) - A state grant that will help a company moving to Burke County get started was announced late Thursday afternoon. The North Carolina Rural infrastructure Authority approved 30 grants to local governments in the state, with Burke County being one of them. The $100,000 grant for Burke County is a building reuse grant for a 377,000-square-foot
- [Burke Development Inc. (BDI) Reissues Broadband Request for Proposals](https://burkedevinc.com/2020/11/30/burke-development-inc-bdi-reissues-broadband-request-for-proposals/) - Burke Development Inc. Desires to Engage Internet Service Providers to Provide High Speed Internet To Portions of the County For Immediate Release BURKE COUNTY, NC (November 30, 2020) - Burke Development Inc. (BDI) is reissuing a Request for Proposal (RFP) for qualified Internet Service Providers (ISP) on a project to expand high-speed internet in Burke
- [Ekornes to add 100k square feet, hire 65+ new employees at Morganton, N.C., facility](https://burkedevinc.com/2020/11/06/ekornes-to-add-100k-square-feet-hire-65-new-employees-at-morganton-n-c-facility/) - Powell Slaughter//Senior Editor•Furniture Today November 4, 2020 SOMERSET, N.J. – Contemporary luxury upholstery manufacturer Ekornes is adding 100,000 square feet and 65 new jobs at its Morganton, N.C., J.E. Ekornes USA facility to support increasing North American business and reduce lead times. The Morganton operation produces all Stressless sofas sold in North America, including motorized
- [Burke Development, Inc. (BDI) Releasing Broadband Request for Proposals](https://burkedevinc.com/2020/09/23/burke-development-inc-bdi-releasing-broadband-request-for-proposals/) - BDI Desires to Engage Internet Service Providers With an Interest in Providing High Speed Internet to Portions of County For Immediate Release BURKE COUNTY, NC (September 23, 2020) - Burke Development Inc. (BDI) is releasing a Request for Proposal (RFP) for qualified Internet Service Providers (ISP) on a project to expand high-speed internet in Burke
- [How Four Community Colleges are Blazing a Collaborative Trail](https://burkedevinc.com/2020/09/16/how-four-community-colleges-are-blazing-a-collaborative-trail/) - K-64 already had established a template for alignment within Catawba County. The goal of K-64 was for Catawba County’s education and economic sectors to work together to prepare residents, ranging from pre-kindergarten to those nearing retirement, to compete in the global economy. That included building a talented pipeline through one-to-world technology, character and soft skills development,
- [Groundbreaking Ceremony Burke Business Park Water Tank](https://burkedevinc.com/2020/09/01/groundbreaking-ceremony-burke-business-park-water-tank/) - Local Partners Celebrate Groundbreaking for 500,000 Gallon Tank For Immediate Release Burke County, NC, (September 1, 2020) Local partners for the Burke Business Park met at the park location off Kathy Road to celebrate the groundbreaking for a 500,000-gallon water tank. The partners in the business park project (Burke County, City of Morganton, Town
- [Duke Energy Site Readiness Program: A win for economic development, jobs in North Carolina](https://burkedevinc.com/2020/09/15/duke-energy-site-readiness-program-a-win-for-economic-development-jobs-in-north-carolina/) - CHARLOTTE, N.C. – Duke Energy has selected six properties in North Carolina for participation in its 2020 Site Readiness Program to enhance the readiness of the sites for business and industrial development. The Site Readiness Program has helped prepare properties that have won 23 major projects in North Carolina since the program started in 2005, resulting
- [Burke County Welcomes       UNIX Packaging](https://burkedevinc.com/2020/05/28/burke-county-welcomes-unix-packaging/) - For Immediate Release BURKE COUNTY, N.C. (May 27, 2020) – North Carolina Governor Roy Cooper announced that UNIX Packaging will open a location in Morganton creating at least 151 new jobs by the end of 2022 and approximately 226 new jobs over five years with an investment of approximately $18.5 million. UNIX specializes in manufacturing
- [Work in Burke Receives Duke Energy Foundation Grant](https://burkedevinc.com/2019/05/17/work-in-burke-receives-duke-energy-foundation/) - Funding Provides More Opportunities for Engineering Camps and Competitions BURKE COUNTY, N.C. (May 17, 2019) – The Duke Energy Foundation has awarded a Powerful Communities grant to Burke Development, Inc. and Work in Burke. The $20,000 grant will provide opportunities for more students to participate in Burke County Public Schools engineering camps and competitions. Work
- [Marves Industries, LLC to Expand in Hildebran](https://burkedevinc.com/2019/05/06/marves-industries-llc-to-expand-in-hildebran-2/) - For Immediate Release BURKE COUNTY, N.C. (May 6, 2019) – Burke County has been awarded a $312,000 building reuse grant to support the expansion of Marves Industries, LLC in Hildebran. Marves Industries, a well-known manufacturer of non-woven fabrics, acoustical materials, felt, and composite materials, will add an additional 10,000 square feet and 25 new jobs.
- [Burke County Board of REALTORS® Releases Housing Study](https://burkedevinc.com/2019/02/15/burke-county-board-of-realtors-releases-housing-study/) - Burke County Board of REALTORS® 305 E. Union Street, Suite B-116 Morganton, NC 28655 T (828)437-6411 E burkerealtors@gmail.com Burke Development Inc.2128 South Sterling Street, Suite 150Morganton, NC 28655T (828) 764-9370E Alan@Burkedevinc.com Date: February 14, 2019 To All Regional Media For Immediate Release Burke County Board of REALTORS® Releases Housing Study Report Shows Broad Range of
- [MSYG wins Leadership in Innovation Award from the North Carolina Manufacturing Extension Partnership](https://burkedevinc.com/2018/11/28/msyg-wins-leadership-in-innovation-award-from-the-north-carolina-manufacturing-extension-partnership/) - (VALDESE, NC, US…. Nov. 15, 2018) This week, Meridian Specialty Yarn Group (MSYG) won a top award from The North Carolina Manufacturing Extension Partnership (NCMEP) for Meridian’s commitment to building a new, world-class, state-of-the-art, textile plant in North Carolina at a time when other regional textile plants were closing or moving overseas. At a ceremony
- [BDI Holds Open House for Thrive'22 Campaign](https://burkedevinc.com/2018/08/20/bdi-holds-open-house-for-thrive22-campaign/) - BURKE COUNTY, N.C. (August 20, 2018) - Burke Development, Inc. held an Open House on August 14th in appreciation of their Thrive'22 Campaign investors. The afternoon was a productive event of networking and information sharing between investors, municipalities and BDI staff. The goal of the campaign, which kicked off in November 2017, is to promote
- [Jackson Corrugated, LLC to Locate in Burke County](https://burkedevinc.com/2018/08/16/jackson-corrugated-llc-to-locate-in-burke-county/) - For Immediate Release BURKE COUNTY, N.C. (August 16, 2018) - North Carolina Governor Roy Cooper announced that Jackson Corrugated, LLC will locate an operation in Morganton creating 42 jobs and investing $11.5M over the next five years. Jackson Corrugated, LLC will locate in the American Roller Bearing building on Chain Drive. "This is a great project and we
- [Work in Burke Continues to Grow](https://burkedevinc.com/2018/07/27/work-in-burke-continues-to-grow/) - For Immediate Release BURKE COUNTY, N.C. (July 27, 2018) - Work in Burke, a partnership between Burke County Public Schools and Western Piedmont Community College, now has 13 companies signed on as Partners. The Partner program asks companies to commit to taking an active and engaged role in educating young people and their parents about the
- [DeFeet Introduces Lightweight,High Performance Cycling Sock](https://burkedevinc.com/2018/07/20/defeet-introduces-lightweighthigh-performance-cycling-sock/) - Posted July 2, 2018 HILDEBRAN, N.C. – DeFeet International, manufacturers of performance socks and accessories for the cycling, run and outdoor markets, announced the introduction of a new from-the-ground-up sock: The EVO®. The lightest production sock ever made by DeFeet, EVO® ushers in a new paradigm in high-performance cycling socks. Developed over a two-year period with
- [BDI Provides Annual Report](https://burkedevinc.com/2018/07/13/bdi-provides-annual-report/) - For Immediate Release BURKE COUNTY, N.C. (July 13, 2018) – During the June Board of Directors meeting, the BDI action plan and strategies were reviewed. Feedback was given from the Board to evaluate areas of strength as well as areas needing attention as plans are developed for the upcoming year. Alan Wood stated it had
- [BURKE DEVELOPMENT’S ALAN WOOD ELECTED TO NCEDA BOARD](https://burkedevinc.com/2018/07/10/burke-developments-alan-wood-elected-to-nceda-board/) - For Immediate Release Burke County, N.C. (July 06, 2018) The North Carolina Economic Development Association has elected new leaders for 2018-19, and Alan Wood, president and CEO of Burke Development Inc., will serve a three-year term on the group’s board of directors. NCEDA is the state’s leading membership organization for economic development practitioners and their
- [Burke Development, Inc. Welcomes New Office Manager](https://burkedevinc.com/2018/04/06/burke-development-inc-welcomes-new-office-manager/) - For Immediate Release Burke Development, Inc. Welcomes New Office Manager BURKE COUNTY, N.C. (April 4, 2018) – Alan Wood, President and CEO of Burke Development, Inc. announces the hiring of Peggy Byrd as Office Manager. Byrd brings eight years of experience in various roles related to economic development. She previously served as the Business Services
- [Burke County Welcomes New Company ZRODELTA](https://burkedevinc.com/2018/01/22/burke-county-welcomes-new-company-zrodelta/) - For Immediate Release Burke County Welcomes New Company ZRODELTA Manufacturer of Firearm Products to Locate in Rutherford College BURKE COUNTY, N.C. (January 22, 2018) – ZRODELTA will open a company headquarters in Rutherford College creating 151 jobs and investing $34M over the next five years. Ammunition and firearms will be manufactured and distributed from the
- [Greenworks Tools Announces 187 Jobs](https://burkedevinc.com/2017/12/21/greenworks-tools-announces-187-jobs/) - Greenworks Tools Announces 187 New Jobs Outdoor Power Tool Company to Invest $10M in Distribution Facility BURKE COUNTY, N.C. (December 21, 2017) – Sunrise Global Marketing LLC, manufacturers of Greenworks Tools, the leader in battery-powered outdoor power tools for DIY-consumers and landscaping professionals, will locate a distribution facility and bring 187 new jobs to Burke
- [A Caring Alternative to Expand](https://burkedevinc.com/2017/12/19/a-caring-alternative-to-expand/) - For Immediate Release A Caring Alternative to Expand at One North Square $230,000 Building Reuse Grant Will Support Renovations BURKE COUNTY, N.C. (December 19, 2017) – The City of Morganton has been awarded a $230,000 building reuse grant to support the renovation of One North Square. A Caring Alternative, a comprehensive care agency providing behavioral
- [VEKA to Locate in Burke County](https://burkedevinc.com/2017/12/06/veka-to-locate-in-burke-county/) - For Immediate Release VEKA to Locate in Burke County German Company Will Bring 102 New Jobs to Morganton BURKE COUNTY, N.C. (December 6, 2017) – VEKA, a global leader in the vinyl extrusion industry, will locate a new facility in Burke County. Over the next four years the company will create 102 jobs and invest
- [BDI Holds Kickoff for Thrive'22 Campaign](https://burkedevinc.com/2017/11/30/bdi-holds-kickoff-for-thrive22-campaign/) - For Immediate Release BDI Holds Kickoff for Thrive’22 Campaign BURKE COUNTY, N.C. (November 29, 2017) – Burke Development, Inc. held a kickoff event on November 28 at the Morganton Community House for its Thrive’22 Campaign. BDI staff and campaign leaders were happy to announce they have already raised nearly 80 percent of the campaign goal
- [Congrats to Catawba Brewing](https://burkedevinc.com/2017/11/13/congrats-to-catawba-brewing/) - Local company (and amazing success story) Catawba Brewing continues to grow with the purchase of Palmetto Brewing Co....read more.
- [BDI is hiring!](https://burkedevinc.com/2017/10/31/bdi-is-hiring/) - Office Manager Burke Development Inc. is the economic development agency charged with accelerating economic growth in Burke County. The Office Manager will perform a variety of routine and complex administrative duties ensuring the office has the best working environment and professional setting. Duties will include, but are not limited to: Managing organizational support services Financial
- [BDI to Hold Housing Summit](https://burkedevinc.com/2017/07/25/housing-summit/) - BDI will host a Housing Summit on Aug. 30 from 10:00am to 2:00pm to discuss the need for more housing in Burke County. The organization invites realtors, contractors, builders, lenders, banks, developers, appraisers and elected officials to join them for this engaging conversation. For more information or to inquire about attending please contact Sara Chester
- [VanNoppen Marketing Retained as Creative Partner for Workforce Initiative](https://burkedevinc.com/2017/06/21/vannoppen-marketing-retained-as-creative-partner-for-workforce-initiative/) - For Immediate Release VanNoppen Marketing Retained as Creative Partner for Workforce Initiative BURKE COUNTY, N.C. (June 21, 2017) – VanNoppen Marketing, LLC has been retained by Burke Development, Inc. as the creative partner for Phase II of a countywide workforce initiative in Burke County. The initial focus of this effort will be the creation of
- [Burke County Receives $300,000 EPA Grant](https://burkedevinc.com/2017/06/05/burke-county-receives-300000-epa-grant/) - For Immediate Release Burke County Receives $300,000 EPA Grant Funding Will Help with Assessment and Cleanup of Brownfields BURKE COUNTY, N.C. (June 5, 2017) – Burke County received a $300,000 grant from the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) to assist with the assessment and cleanup of brownfield sites. The funds will focus on the urban corridor
- [BDI CEO Awarded Recertification](https://burkedevinc.com/2017/05/19/abdi-president-ceo-alan-wood-awarded-recertification-in-economic-development-designation/) - For Immediate Release BDI President & CEO Alan Wood Awarded Recertification in Economic Development Designation BURKE COUNTY, N.C. (May 19, 2017) - Alan Wood, President and CEO of Burke Development Inc. (BDI), has been awarded recertification by the International Economic Development Council (IEDC). Mr. Wood first achieved the Certified Economic Developer designation in 2009. CEcD recertification,
- [BDI Receives Grant to Support Workforce Development Initiative](https://burkedevinc.com/2017/05/05/bdi-receives-grant-to-support-workforce-development-initiative/) - BDI Receives Grant to Support Workforce Development Initiative For Immediate Release Burke County, N.C. (May 5, 2017)- Burke Development Inc. (BDI) has been awarded a grant from the newly created "Maximize Carolina" program. The $75,000 grant (with 15% of the amount being provided by matching funds from project partners) will assist in kicking off Phase
- [Continental to Expand Morganton Facility](https://burkedevinc.com/2017/04/18/continental-to-expand-morganton-facility/) - For Immediate Release BURKE COUNTY, N.C. (April 18, 2017) - North Carolina Governor Roy Cooper announced an expansion of the Continental facility located in Morganton. The company will add a new product line that results in the creation of 160 new jobs and a $40M investment in equipment and facility upgrades. "This is a great
- [BDI Publishes Workforce Campaign Report](https://burkedevinc.com/2016/12/16/bdi-publishes-workforce-campaign-report/) - For Immediate Release BDI Publishes Workforce Campaign Report Research Gauges Perceptions of Students, Parents and Millennials Toward Job Opportunities BURKE COUNTY, N.C. (December 16, 2016) – Burke Development, Inc. (BDI) has published a report from the first phase of its workforce marketing campaign, which evaluates the perceptions citizens have of the job opportunities available
- [Molded Fiber Glass Plans to Expand](https://burkedevinc.com/2016/11/28/molded-fiber-glass-plans-to-expand/) - Molded Fiber Glass will expand its current facility resulting in the creation of at least 20 new jobs. Read more...
- [Leviton Completes Renovation](https://burkedevinc.com/2016/10/31/leviton-completes-renovation/) - Leviton Completes Renovation Leviton has completed renovations to the Morganton facility in North Carolina. Improvements have been made to the cafeteria, administration area, and exterior of the building. Upgrades include open market food service, larger flexible training areas, and enhanced security. For energy efficiency; new glass, siding, and LED lighting has been installed. The
- [NCSSM Update](https://burkedevinc.com/2016/08/12/ncssm-update/) - It is exciting to see this article about the western NC School of Science and Mathematics in this week's News Herald. The school will bring bright, talented students to the area and will also bring over 100 PhD level faculty to the community. What a wonderful asset to add to our growing County!
- [BDI Wins SEDC Communications Award](https://burkedevinc.com/2016/08/05/bdi-wins-sedc-communications-award/) - For Immediate Release Burke Development, Inc. Wins SEDC Communications Award Welcome to Burke County Video Recognized BURKE COUNTY, N.C. (August 3, 2016) – The Southern Economic Development Council (SEDC) gave an Award of Excellence to Burke Development, Inc. (BDI) for the organization’s Welcome to Burke County video. The SEDC Communication Awards recognize excellence in message,
- [Report Available on Broughton Reuse](https://burkedevinc.com/2016/07/25/report-available-on-broughton-reuse/) - Burke County has a tremendous opportunity for growth with the redevelopment of the historic Broughton campus. Local leaders and elected officials have spent several years laying the groundwork for a successful reuse of the campus. The Development Finance Institute, based within the UNC School of Government, has been instrumental during these early planning stages. Visit
- [Two Burke County Manufacturers to Grow](https://burkedevinc.com/2016/06/24/two-burke-county-manufacturers-to-grow/) - For Immediate Release Two Burke County Manufacturers to Grow $650,000 in Building Reuse Grants Announced for County BURKE COUNTY, N.C. (June 24, 2016) – The Governor’s Office and the North Carolina Department of Commerce have announced the award of Building Reuse grants to support the growth of two Burke County manufacturers. PEDS Legwear received a
- [Closing the Skills Gap in Burke County](https://burkedevinc.com/2016/05/27/closing-the-skills-gap-in-burke-county/) - This month we want to discuss one aspect of economic development strategy that has become increasingly relevant in recent years – finding enough qualified workers to fill the jobs that are available in today’s economy. Specifically, we want to discuss the skills gap. You might have heard this phrase, “the skills gap”, but what does
- [Burke County Job Fair Set for June 21](https://burkedevinc.com/2016/05/26/burke-county-job-fair-set-for-june-21/) - For Immediate Release Burke County Job Fair Set for June 21 BURKE COUNTY, N.C. (May 25, 2015) – The Foothills Recruitment Event is scheduled for Tuesday, June 21, from 9:00am to 12:00pm at the Conference Center at the Foothills Higher Education Center. The job fair, which typically draws over 50 local and regional employers, will
- [Terramar Sports, Trimfit Global Inc. and B.L. Intimates to Open Distribution Center](https://burkedevinc.com/2016/05/06/terramar-sports-trimfit-global-inc-and-b-l-intimates-to-open-distribution-center/) - Terramar Sports, Trimfit Global Inc. and B.L. Intimates to Open Distribution Center For Immediate Release BURKE COUNTY, N.C. (May 6, 2016) - Terramar Sports and two related companies – Trimfit Global Inc. and B.L. Intimates – will locate a distribution center in Hildebran, North Carolina, in May 2016. This is Terramar’s first entrance into the
- [Save the Date: BDI's B2B Manufacturing Event](https://burkedevinc.com/2016/04/26/save-the-date-bdis-b2b-manufacturing-event/) - Save the Date! BDI B2B Manufacturing Event October 4, 2016 5:00-8:00pm The staff and Board of Directors of Burke Development Inc. (BDI), along with our event sponsors, announce the date for our 2nd annual B2B Event. Networking, local beverages and entertainment are provided free of charge. Local manufacturers and manufacturing suppliers are invited
- [Food Matters Grand Opening](https://burkedevinc.com/2016/04/22/food-matters-grand-opening/) - Wonderful to have this local market in our community! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BGFJXTROfD0&app=desktop
- [Leveraging Partnerships](https://burkedevinc.com/2016/04/15/leveraging-partnerships/) - Economic Development in Burke: Leveraging Partnerships Like many sectors, partnerships are critical to our daily work. This month we want to talk about our key partners at the state, regional and local level. We would like to explain how we work with these organizations to grow the economy and create wealth in Burke County. On our
- [MSYG Holds Ground Breaking](https://burkedevinc.com/2016/04/14/msyg-holds-ground-breaking/) - Meridian Specialty Yarn Group held a ground breaking ceremony on April 12. Their $8 million expansion will add 25 jobs at the Valdese facility, which currently employs 140. Read more from our partner at the News Herald...
- [Preparing an Industrial Site](https://burkedevinc.com/2016/03/15/preparing-an-industrial-site/) - Preparing an Industrial Site Our January and February editorials focused on the recruitment process. As we discussed, it can be a huge boon to a County to land a large project but it isn’t as quick or easy as it seems. As a local economic development agency we have to focus on how to increase
- [Business Recruitment - The Close](https://burkedevinc.com/2016/02/15/business-recruitment-part-2-the-close/) - Business Recruitment Part 2 – The Close Last month we discussed the recruitment process – “The Hunt” – and how it happens. Much of that process is out of our control. For example, if a company is looking for a community within 20 minutes of a major, international airport there isn’t much we can do.
- [Meridian Specialty Yarn Group to Expand Valdese Facility](https://burkedevinc.com/2016/01/29/meridian-specialty-yarn-group-to-expand-valdese-facility/) - For Immediate Release Meridian Specialty Yarn Group to Expand Valdese Facility Manufacturing Company to Invest $8 Million and Create up to 25 Jobs BURKE COUNTY, N.C. (January 29, 2016) – Burke Development Inc., in partnership with the Town of Valdese and Burke County, announce an expansion of the Meridian Specialty Yarn Group, Inc. (MSYG) manufacturing
- [BDI Supports Connect NC Bond](https://burkedevinc.com/2016/01/27/bdi-supports-connect-nc-bond/) - The BDI Board of Directors voted unanimously to pass a resolution supporting the Connect NC Bond. The Bond will invest $2 billion in targeted, long-term projects across the state including money for the UNC System, the NC Community College System, state parks, the National Guard and more. To obtain more information about this exciting opportunity
- [BDI, CTD Featured in IEDC Journal](https://burkedevinc.com/2016/01/11/bdi-ctd-featured-in-iedc-journal/) - The Carolina Textile District, a project launched by BDI and other local organizations, was featured in the Fall 2015 edition of the Economic Development Journal. The Journal is a publication of IEDC - the International Economic Development Council. See the article...
- [Business Recruitment - The Hunt](https://burkedevinc.com/2016/01/10/2217/) - Business Recruitment Part 1 – The Hunt Today’s editorial will be part one of a two part discussion on the fourth pillar of BDI’s current Action Plan – business recruitment. Business recruitment, sometimes referred to as “the hunt”, is by far the most recognized role that an economic development organization plays in a community. Think
- [Connect NC Bond](https://burkedevinc.com/2015/12/22/connect-nc-bond/) - From the Burke County Chamber of Commerce Connect NC Bond: Invest in Our Future Editor's Note: This is the first in an ongoing series of Chamber newsletter articles leading up to a vote on the NC Bond Referendum next March. If approved by voters, the $1.2 billion statewide bond package would designate more than $91
- [Burke Remains Tier 2 County](https://burkedevinc.com/2015/12/08/burke-remains-tier-2-county/) - The NC Department of Commerce has released the 2016 Tier Rankings and Burke will remain a Tier 2 County. Read more from the NCDOC...
- [Workforce Development](https://burkedevinc.com/2015/12/02/workforce-development/) - Economic Development in Burke: Workforce Development This is the third editorial in which I have explained the components of BDI’s current Action plan, which can be viewed at www.burkedevinc.com/actionplan. Today we’ll focus on workforce development, which has become increasingly relevant to economic development professionals in recent years. Workforce development was often seen as a function
- [Supporting Small Business](https://burkedevinc.com/2015/12/02/supporting-small-business/) - Economic Development in Burke: Supporting Small Business Today’s editorial provides more information about the 2015-2016 Burke Development Action Plan in a continued effort to inform the community about how we carry out economic development work at BDI. In this piece we focus on what BDI does to support small business, entrepreneurship and industry clusters. Organizations
- [Supporting Small Business](https://burkedevinc.com/2015/11/06/supporting-small-business-2/) - Economic Development in Burke: Supporting Small Business Today’s editorial provides more information about the 2015-2016 Burke Development Action Plan in a continued effort to inform the community about how we carry out economic development work at BDI. In this piece we focus on what BDI does to support small business, entrepreneurship and industry clusters. Organizations
- [BDI News from NCEDA Fall Conference](https://burkedevinc.com/2015/10/22/bdi-news-from-the-nceda-fall-conference/) - For Immediate Release BDI News from the NCEDA Fall Conference BURKE COUNTY, N.C. (October 22, 2015) – Burke Development staff this week participated in the 2015 North Carolina Economic Development Association Fall Conference in Asheville. Attended by professionals from across the state, the conference featured various presentations and updates from statewide and regional economic development
- [BDI Video Features Local Industry](https://burkedevinc.com/2015/10/20/bdi-releases-video-featuring-local-industry/) - For Immediate Release Burke Development Releases Video Featuring Local Industry BURKE COUNTY, N.C. (October 20, 2015) – Burke Development released a video that highlights the local business climate and explains why Burke County is a great place to do business. “Welcome to Burke County” features beautiful scenes from throughout the County, downtown areas and several
- [BEBO Networking Event - Nov. 10](https://burkedevinc.com/2015/10/19/bebo-networking-event-nov-10/) - BEBO (Burke Entrepreneurs and Business Owners) will host a quarterly networking event on Tuesday, November 10 at 5:30pm at the Foothills Higher Education Center in room 211. There will be good food, a local success story and opportunities to network with other Burke County business owners.
- [New BDI Video is Here!](https://burkedevinc.com/2015/10/19/new-bdi-video-is-here/) - Check out this new video from Burke Development, which highlights several of our local and growing businesses!
- [BDI Receives Two IEDC Awards](https://burkedevinc.com/2015/10/15/bdi-receives-two-iedc-awards/) - For Immediate Release Burke Development Receives Two Excellence in Economic Development Awards from the International Economic Development Council BURKE COUNTY, N.C. (October 14, 2015) – The International Economic Development Council has selected Burke Development, Inc. as a two-time Excellence in Economic Development award recipient. BDI was recognized at the IEDC Annual Conference on October
- [Retention and Expansion](https://burkedevinc.com/2015/10/15/retention-and-expansion/) - Economic Development in Burke: A 12-month Plan Retention and Expansion Recently the BDI Board of Directors approved our 2015-2016 Action Plan. For anyone wanting more information, you can view the complete Action Plan here. In today’s editorial I want to discuss one of our four areas of emphasis outlined in the Action Plan – business
- [ARC Announces Support for NC Textile Industry](https://burkedevinc.com/2015/10/12/arc-announces-support-for-nc-textile-industry/) - The Appalachian Regional Commission announced a $300,000 investment to provide equipment and support for North Carolina's textile industry....read more.
- [410 Hogan Launches Website](https://burkedevinc.com/2015/10/08/410-hogan-launches-website/) - See how this new Burke County company exemplifies the legacy that comes with being "Made in North Carolina"... www.410hogan.com
- [BDI Will Host B2B Manufacturing Event](https://burkedevinc.com/2015/09/29/bdi-will-host-b2b-manufacturing-event/) - BURKE COUNTY, N.C. (September 29, 2015) – Burke Development, Inc. will host a Business to Business Networking event on Tuesday, October 27. Designed for local manufacturers, the event will provide companies an opportunity to grow their business with local firms or find local providers of goods or services. Held at the Conference Center at the
- [BDI 2015-2016 Action Plan](https://burkedevinc.com/2015/08/23/bdi-2015-2016-action-plan/) - August 2015 Economic Development in Burke: A 12-month Plan Last month I shared information about how economic development is defined and how economic development activities differ by community. This month I would like to share some of the specific activities that Burke Development will carry out over the next 12 months. In June we
- [Spartacraft Receives Building Reuse Grant](https://burkedevinc.com/2015/08/21/spartacraft-receives-building-reuse-grant-2/) - For Immediate Release Spartacraft Receives Building Reuse Grant to Aid in Expansion Wood Products Company to Add a Minimum of 20 Jobs BURKE COUNTY, N.C. (August 21, 2015) – Spartacraft Custom WoodWorks has received a $200,000 Building Reuse grant from the N.C. Rural Infrastructure Authority. The company, which conducts finishing work on furniture and doors,
- [Defining Economic Development](https://burkedevinc.com/2015/07/29/defining-economic-development/) - July 2015 What is economic development? Economic development is often misunderstood – partially because it is defined differently depending on where you live. How economic development is done in a community depends on various factors. Is the area rural or urban? Is the local economic development entity a function of the County or
- [Duralee Fabrics Limited Moving to Burke](https://burkedevinc.com/2015/06/19/duralee-fabrics-limited-moving-to-burke-county/) - For Immediate Release Duralee Fabrics Limited Moving to Burke County Company to Add Jobs at Morganton Facility BURKE COUNTY, N.C. (June 19, 2015) – Duralee Fabrics Limited and Duralee Fine Furniture, a manufacturer that has had a presence in Burke County since 2005, is expanding operations at its Morganton facility. The company committed to adding
- [New Furniture Jobs Coming to Burke](https://burkedevinc.com/2015/05/21/new-furniture-jobs-coming-to-burke-county/) - For Immediate Release New Furniture Jobs Coming to Burke County American Hospitality Furnishings Awarded $212,500 Building Reuse Grant BURKE COUNTY, N.C. (May 21, 2015) – American Hospitality Furnishings will move forward with renovating and occupying the former Drexel Heritage Facility located at 410 Hogan Street after closing on the building and receiving a $212,500 Building
- [Students Attend Career Fair](https://burkedevinc.com/2015/05/13/students-attend-career-fair/) - Students Attend Career Fair Burke County Public Schools hosted its second annual career/job fair for high school students Thursday, May 7 at the RO Huffman Center in Drexel. Four hundred students from the four high schools and Hallyburton Academy were bused to the event for the opportunity to meet with potential future employers. The employers
- [Case Farms Supports Community House](https://burkedevinc.com/2015/04/23/case-farms-supports-community-house/) - Case Farms shows their support of the community by donating $20,000 towards renovations of the Morganton Community House!
- [Carolinas HealthCare Named to Best Hospital List](https://burkedevinc.com/2015/04/23/carolinas-healthcare-system-blue-ridge-named-to-best-hospital-list/) - Carolinas HealthCare System Blue Ridge has been named a Best Hospital in North Carolina by Business North Carolina in recognition of its exemplary performance in multiple measures. Click here to read more.
- [2015 Burke County Job Fair Scheduled](https://burkedevinc.com/2015/04/21/2015-burke-county-job-fair-scheduled-for-june-25/) - For Immediate Release 2015 Mission Transition Job Fair Scheduled for June 25 BURKE COUNTY, N.C. (April 21, 2015) – Burke Development, Inc., in partnership with various local agencies, has scheduled the 2015 Mission Transition Job Fair for Thursday, June 25, from 9:00am to 1:00pm at the Foothills Higher Education Center. The event is
- [Hot Spot for Textile Production](https://burkedevinc.com/2015/04/16/hot-spot-for-textile-production/) - Western North Carolina - specifically Burke County - has been highlighted by Textile Insight Magazine as a Hot Spot for textile production. The article focuses on 10 textile hubs that are making themselves more attractive for textile manufacturing, whether starting from scratch or through revitalization. Check out the article here!
- [BDI Staff Meets Chris Chung, CEO of EDPNC](https://burkedevinc.com/2015/04/07/bdi-staff-meets-chris-chung-ceo-of-edpnc/) - BURKE COUNTY, N.C. (April 7, 2015) - Staff from Burke Development had the opportunity Tuesday to meet Chris Chung, CEO of the Economic Development Partnership of North Carolina. Chung presented to representatives from all 23 western North Carolina counties as part of an EDAC (Economic Development Advisory Council) meeting held at AdvantageWest. The newly formed
- [PEDS Brings 200 Jobs to Burke](https://burkedevinc.com/2015/03/12/200-jobs-coming-to-burke-county/) - Click here for local coverage of the ribbon cutting from local media outlet Morganton News Herald. Click here to see news coverage from WBTV from the PEDS Legware ribbon cutting. Click here to read an article from the Governor's office. Click here to learn more about PEDS. Click here to watch the PEDS Grand Opening
- [BDI Hires New President and CEO](https://burkedevinc.com/2015/02/05/bdi-hires-new-president/) - For Immediate Release Burke Development, Inc. Hires New President and CEO Alan Wood to Join Organization March 9 BURKE COUNTY, N.C. (February 5, 2015) – Bryan Steen, Chairman of Burke Development, Inc. (BDI) announces the hiring of Alan D. Wood, CEcD, as President and CEO of the organization. Wood, an 11-year economic development veteran, was
- [BMEC Visits Siemens to Learn About Apprenticeship Program](https://burkedevinc.com/2015/02/03/bmec-visits-siemens-to-learn-about-apprenticeship-program/) - For Immediate Release Burke Manufacturers Executive Council Visits Siemens Companies Learn About Apprenticeship Program BURKE COUNTY, N.C. (February 3, 2015) – Burke Manufacturers Executive Council (BMEC) recently visited the Siemens manufacturing facility in Charlotte to learn about their apprenticeship program. Several companies from the group are working to implement a similar program in Burke County
- [BDI Connection: December 2014](https://burkedevinc.com/2014/12/12/bdi-connection-december-2014/) - Please click here to see our December newsletter
- [Chaddock Presents Table to Governor](https://burkedevinc.com/2014/12/10/chaddock-presents-table-to-governor/) - Burke County furniture company Chaddock presented a library table to North Carolina Governor Pat McCrory - who commented on the beautiful craftsmanship of the piece. Read more...
- [Burke to Change Development Tiers](https://burkedevinc.com/2014/11/26/burke-county-to-change-development-tiers/) - Burke County has been notified that for the 2015 County Development Tier designations it will qualify as a Tier Two county. From 2007 to 2014 Burke County was a Tier One county. Rankings are based on four categories: adjusted property tax base per capita, population growth, median household income, and the average unemployment rate over
- [BDI Chairman Visits Norway](https://burkedevinc.com/2014/11/13/bdi-chairman-visits-norway/) - Bryan Steen, Burke County Manager and Chairman of Burke Development, Inc., visited Norway recently to meet the new CEO of Ekornes, which has a facility located in Morganton. “We wanted to thank them for their presence in Burke County and let them know that we are certainly interested in helping to facilitate their growth," said
- [BDI Connection: November 2014](https://burkedevinc.com/2014/11/12/bdi-connection-november-2014/) - Please click here to see our November newsletter
- [BDI Director Search Underway](https://burkedevinc.com/2014/11/10/bdi-director-search-underway/) - The search for a new Executive Director at Burke Development is underway and leaders look forward to meeting candidates soon. Logan Development Group, the consulting firm hired to conduct the search, has posted the position with economic development organizations and has also distributed the description to his network. The profile and description were compiled from information shared
- [RENEW Expands, Offers Additional Programs](https://burkedevinc.com/2014/11/10/renew-expands-offers-additional-programs/) - Burke Development recently announced the expansion of Project RENEW to offer additional programs and employment opportunities. In partnership with Western Piedmont Community College, BDI has expanded the RENEW program to offer two new programs – HVAC Technician Certification and Logistics Technician Certification. The NC Manufacturing Certification will continue to be offered as well. The new
- [BDI Connection: October 2014](https://burkedevinc.com/2014/10/13/bdi-connection-october-2014/) - Please click here to see our October newsletter!
- [BDI Defining Director Criteria](https://burkedevinc.com/2014/10/09/bdi-defining-director-criteria/) - The BDI Board of Directors is taking a participatory, community approach to defining the type of candidate who will be selected as the new Executive Director of the organization. Over the past two weeks each board member was asked to fill out a needs assessment to provide feedback on requirements and necessary skill sets for
- [CE FoamSolutions to Expand in Valdese](https://burkedevinc.com/2014/09/08/ce-foamsolutions-to-expand-in-valdese/) - Please click here to read more....
- [BDI Connection: September 2014](https://burkedevinc.com/2014/09/08/september-2014/) - Please click here to see our September newsletter!
- [BDI Connection: August 2014](https://burkedevinc.com/2014/08/07/august-newsletter/) - Please click here to view our August newsletter!
- [BDI Announces RENEW Class](https://burkedevinc.com/2014/07/17/bdi-announces-renew-class/) - For Immediate Release BDI Announces RENEW Class Gas Cards to help with Transportation Barriers BURKE COUNTY, N.C. (July 17, 2014) – Burke Development, Inc. will hold its next RENEW session beginning in August. For the first 25, qualified registrants the organization will offer up to $100 in gas cards to
- [BDI Connection: July 2014](https://burkedevinc.com/2014/07/10/july-newsletter/) - Please click here to view our July newsletter!
- [Burke County Job Fair](https://burkedevinc.com/2014/06/17/burke-county-job-fair/) - For Immediate Release Mission Transition Job Fair Set for June 26 BURKE COUNTY, N.C. (June 17, 2013) – The Fourth Annual Mission Transition Burke County Job Fair will be held Thursday, June 26, from 9:00am to 1:00pm at the Conference Center at the Foothills Higher Education Center. Over 70 employers and community organizations
- [Richelieu Legwear to Expand in Hildebran](https://burkedevinc.com/2014/06/17/richelieu-legwear-to-expand-in-hildebran/) - Click here for the full article.
- [BDI Connection: APRIL 2014](https://burkedevinc.com/2014/04/16/bdi-connection-april-2014/) - Click here to read our April Newsletter!
- [Burke County Broadband Satisfaction Survey](https://burkedevinc.com/2014/04/04/burke-county-broadband-satisfaction-survey/) - http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=N3dtvf9Y91U Internet connectivity is crucial to the development of educational opportunities for all citizens in Burke County as well as a progressive business climate that coincides with a desirable quality of life. The broadband satisfaction survey will produce information to enable interested parties, government and private sector entities to quantify service demand throughout Burke
- [BDI Connection: March 2014](https://burkedevinc.com/2014/03/27/bdi-connection-march-2014/) - Click here to read our March Newsletter!
- [BDI Connection: February 2014](https://burkedevinc.com/2014/03/27/bdi-connection-february-2014/) - Click here to read our February Newsletter!
- [BDI Connection: December 2013](https://burkedevinc.com/2013/12/02/bdi-connection-december-2013/) - Click here to read our December Newsletter!
- [BDI Connection: November 2013](https://burkedevinc.com/2013/11/13/bdi-connection-november-2013/) - Click here to read our November Newsletter!
- [BDI Connection: October 2013](https://burkedevinc.com/2013/10/15/bdi-connection-october-2013/) - Click here to read our October newsletter!
- [BDI, Partners Receive "IMCP" Grant](https://burkedevinc.com/2013/09/27/1506/) - For Immediate Release BDI, Partners Receive “Investing in Manufacturing Communities Partnership” (IMCP) Grant Carolina Textile District uses Value Chain Approach to Revitalize the Textile Industry BURKE COUNTY, N.C. (September 27, 2013) – Burke Development, Inc., in partnership with the Manufacturing Solutions Center and Opportunity Threads, have received a $163,800 “Investing in Manufacturing Communities Partnership”
- [BDI Connection: September 2013](https://burkedevinc.com/2013/09/13/bdi-connection-september-2013/) - Click here to read our September Newsletter!
- [BDI, Burke County Meet with Community Partners about Prison Closure](https://burkedevinc.com/2013/09/04/bdi-burke-county-meet-with-community-partners-about-prison-closure/) - For Immediate Release BDI, Burke County Meet with Community Partners about Prison Closure BURKE COUNTY, N.C. (September 4, 2013) – Burke Development, Inc. and various community partners met today to discuss ways they can help state employees who will potentially lose their job as a result of the closure of the Western Youth Institution. These
- [BDI Connection: August 2013](https://burkedevinc.com/2013/08/09/bdi-connection-august-2013/) - Click here to read our August Newsletter!
- [BDI Welcomes New Executive Committee Members](https://burkedevinc.com/2013/08/09/bdi-welcomes-new-executive-committee-members/) - For Immediate Release BDI Welcomes New Executive Committee Members BURKE COUNTY, N.C. (August 9, 2013) – Burke Development, Inc. welcomes five new members to the organization’s Executive Committee. The Executive Committee is comprised of 12 individuals from both the public and private sector who currently serve on the BDI Board of Directors. New members are:
- [BDI Connection: July 2013](https://burkedevinc.com/2013/07/16/bdi-connection-july/) - Click here to read our July Newsletter!
- [BDI Holds RENEW Information Sessions](https://burkedevinc.com/2013/07/15/bdi-holds-renew-information-sessions/) - For Immediate Release BDI Holds RENEW Information Sessions Registration open for September Class BURKE COUNTY, N.C. (July 15, 2013) – Burke Development, Inc. will hold four RENEW Information Sessions to give potential participants an opportunity to learn more about the program and register for the September class. The Information Sessions will be held Tuesday, July
- [BEBO Announces Business Plan Competition Winners](https://burkedevinc.com/2013/07/03/bebo-announces-business-plan-competition-winners/) - For Immediate Release BEBO Announces Business Plan Competition Winners BURKE COUNTY, N.C. (July 3, 2013) – On July 3 the Burke County Chamber of Commerce and BEBO (Burke Entrepreneurs and Business Owners) announced the winners of its 2013 Business Plan Competition. Hamilton Williams ClayWorks took the top spot in the Established Business category and
- [BDI Connection: June 2013](https://burkedevinc.com/2013/06/18/bdi-connection-june/) - Click here to read our June Newsletter!
- [Leviton Employee Shirley Plemmons Celebrates 50 Years with Company](https://burkedevinc.com/2013/06/12/leviton-employee-shirley-plemmons-celebrates-50-years-with-company/) - For Immediate Release Leviton Employee Shirley Plemmons Celebrates 50 Years with Company BURKE COUNTY, N.C. (June 12, 2013) – It was 1963 when Leviton, then known as Southern Devices, opened its doors in Burke County in a small building in Drexel. Shirley Plemmons had recently moved to the area and applied for a job with
- [Behind-the-Scenes Access to Burke County's Furniture Companies](https://burkedevinc.com/2013/05/31/behind-the-scenes-access-to-burke-countys-furniture-companies/) - For Immediate Release Behind-the-Scenes Access to Burke County’s Furniture Companies BURKE COUNTY, N.C. (May 31, 2013) – The sound of stapler guns resonates through a large building as 25 students from the construction and masonry classes at Freedom High School walk through EJ Victor on a tour. The students gather around a work station to
- [Environmental Inks Ribbon Cutting](https://burkedevinc.com/2013/05/20/environmental-inks-ribbon-cutting/) - A ribbon cutting ceremony was held on Thursday, May 16, at Environmental Inks/Siegwerk to celebrate the opening of their new building, which was redeveloped to provide more space for this growing Morganton company! Read more...
- [BDI Connection for May 2013](https://burkedevinc.com/2013/05/20/bdi-connection-for-may-2013/) - Click here to read our May newsletter!
- [Leviton Awarded $500,000 Building Reuse Grant for Expansion](https://burkedevinc.com/2013/05/02/leviton-awarded-500000-building-reuse-grant-for-expansion/) - For Immediate Release Leviton Awarded $500,000 Building Reuse Grant for Expansion BURKE COUNTY, N.C. (May 2, 2013) – Leviton was awarded a $500,000 Building Reuse and Restoration Grant from the NC Rural Center to aid in an expansion at their current facility in Morganton. The company has committed to creating 152 new jobs as part
- [BDI Secures Grant for Creation of Textile Network](https://burkedevinc.com/2013/05/01/bdi-secures-grant-for-creation-of-textile-network/) - For Immediate Release Burke Development, Inc. Secures NC Rural Center Grant for Creation of Textile Network Partners will Develop Value Chain System; Work to Revitalize Textile Industry BURKE COUNTY, N.C. (May 1, 2013) – In partnership with the Manufacturing Solutions Center and Rural Support Partners, Burke Development has secured a $125,000 Research and Demonstration Grant
- [Third Project RENEW Class Graduates](https://burkedevinc.com/2013/04/26/third-project-renew-class-graduates/) - For Immediate Release Third Project RENEW Class Graduates Next Class Begins May 7 BURKE COUNTY, N.C. (April 25, 2013) – At a ceremony held today, graduates of Project RENEW received their certificates and had the opportunity to meet local employers. There were various companies and staffing agencies on hand at the graduation to interact
- [BDI Connection for April 2013](https://burkedevinc.com/2013/04/12/bdi-connection-for-april-2013/) - Please follow this link to see our April newsletter! BDI Connection: April 2013 - Engaging Young People
- [Our Biggest Challenge: Engaging Young People](https://burkedevinc.com/2013/04/04/our-biggest-challenge-engaging-young-people/) - For Immediate Release Our Biggest Challenge: Engaging Young People Burke Companies Looking for Ways to Reach New Workers BURKE COUNTY, N.C. (April 4, 2013) – If you live in Burke County you hear it often from students, “When I graduate I’m moving because there are no jobs here.” If you work in the manufacturing field
- [Contour Receives Building Reuse Grant for Expansion](https://burkedevinc.com/2013/03/22/contour-receives-building-reuse-grant-for-expansion/) - For Immediate Release Contour Enterprises Receives Building Reuse Grant for Expansion Foam Company Opens Second Facility in Hildebran BURKE COUNTY, N.C. (March 22, 2013) – Contour Enterprises has received a $40,000 Building Reuse and Restoration Grant from the NC Rural Center to help with the purchase and renovation of a new facility located in Hildebran.
- [2013 Burke County Job Fair!](https://burkedevinc.com/2013/03/18/looking-for-employees/) - The 2013 Burke County Community Job Fair will be held Thursday, June 27, from 9:00am until 1:0opm at the Foothills Higher Education Center. For more info see the 2013 Job Fair Flyer. Last year there were close to 1,200 jobseekers in attendance! If you're a JOBSEEKER you can jump to the front of the line at the job fair
- [RENEW Continues to be Resource for Local Companies](https://burkedevinc.com/2013/03/14/renew-continues-to-be-resource-for-local-companies/) - Project RENEW Continues to be Resource for Local Companies Next Manufacturing Certification Class Begins May 7 BURKE COUNTY, N.C. (March 14, 2013) – Environmental Inks is in the process of expanding and will soon add 18 jobs at their Morganton facility. Company officials were optimistic about their growth but found their selves asking, “Where are
- [Announcing Business Plan Competition](https://burkedevinc.com/2013/03/06/announcing-business-plan-competition/) - In partnership with the Burke County Chamber of Commerce, the Small Business Center and bebo (Burke Entrepreneurs and Business Owners) we are proud to announce the 2013 Burke Business Plan Competition! Learn more!
- [BDI Connection for March 2013](https://burkedevinc.com/2013/03/01/bdi-connection-for-march-2013/) - President's Corner Welcome to March! Before we know it the flowers will be blooming and we'll be enjoying summer weather. In the meantime, please take a look at what BDI has been up to in the past month! Scott Darnell CEcD, BDI President Project RENEW Updates Are you a manufacturer that can't find good, entry
- [Project RENEW Updates](https://burkedevinc.com/2013/03/01/project-renew-updates/) - We have several exciting updates about Project RENEW… (Never heard of it? Learn more about the program here.) In case you missed the announcement, we are continuing Project RENEW thanks to a grant secured through the Department of Commerce. Over the next two years we will graduate an additional 300 participants. We have added an OSHA
- [bebo Quarterly Meeting: "Human Resources for the Small Business Owner"](https://burkedevinc.com/2013/02/12/bebo-quarterly-meeting-human-resources-for-the-small-business-owner/) - Join bebo (Burke Entrepreneurs and Business Owners) at their next quarterly networking meeting to learn about "Human Resources for the Small Business Owner". Event is free and open to the public! Terry Childers, an HR Consultant with 40 years experience, will present on topics such as: EEOC pitfalls, regulatory compliance, healthcare costs, staffing concerns, wage
- [BDI Connection for February 2013](https://burkedevinc.com/2013/02/05/bdi-connection-for-february-2013/) - President's Corner A lot of great news to share - BSN has their 20th anniversary of being in Rutherford College and we marked the first anniversary of Ekornes being in Morganton with our Celebrate Burke Biz luncheon. Make sure you check the dates below for some other exciting events coming up over the next few
- [BSN Medical Recognized by Rutherford College](https://burkedevinc.com/2013/02/04/1185/) - BSN medical 100 Beiersdorf Dr. Rutherford College, NC 28671 (828) 879-5100 www.bsnmedical.com Company Contacts Steve Barnhart, General Manager steve.barnhart@bsnmedical.com (828) 879-5100 ext: 2110 Jim Trimble, Human Resources Manager jim.trimble@bsnmedical.com (828) 879-5100 ext: 4246 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE RUTHERFORD COLLEGE, North Carolina (February 4, 2012): At Monday night’s meeting the Rutherford College Town
- [BDI Connection for January 2013](https://burkedevinc.com/2013/01/11/bdi-connection-for-january-2013/) - In This Issue Siegwerk Expansion Leviton Job Fair Family's Furniture Past Translates into New Business Venture Advertising with WMNC President's Corner Happy New Year! Below we share some recent business news and information about an upcoming job fair. We're also giving some tips and hints for how to advertise your business on our local radio
- [Advertising with your local radio station](https://burkedevinc.com/2013/01/11/advertising-with-your-local-radio-station/) - Are you a business owner looking for ways to advertise to your customers? Check out this Q&A with Randy Hart, Senior Advertising Executive at WMNC 92.1 FM & 1430 AM, to learn about advertising with our local radio station… Q: How does it work? Randy: Once we have decided what information needs to be in
- [Leviton Job Fair](https://burkedevinc.com/2013/01/07/leviton-job-fair/) - Leviton Manufacturing is holding a job fair on Saturday, January 12, 2013 from 9am to 2pm at their Morganton Operations facility located at 113 Industrial Blvd. The company will hire over 100 employees and offers excellent benefits. Positions are available in production, equipment maintenance, quality assurance, tooling, supervision, engineering and human resources. Applications can be
- [Family's Furniture Past Translates into New Business Enterprise](https://burkedevinc.com/2013/01/03/familys-furniture-past-translates-into-new-business-enterprise/) - For Immediate Release Family’s Furniture Past Translates into New Business Enterprise EXODUS CoffinWorks, Inc. Proves that Quality and Craftsmanship are far From Dead BURKE COUNTY, N.C. (January 3, 2013) – Elvy Bryan grew up around the furniture industry. Her father worked for many of the large facilities that were once operated in Burke County
- [Printing Ink Supplier, Siegwerk EIC, To Expand Morganton Facility](https://burkedevinc.com/2012/12/20/printing-ink-supplier-siegwerk-eic-to-expand-morganton-facility/) - Click the link below for more information! http://bit.ly/12CQfbi
- [BDI Connection for December 2012](https://burkedevinc.com/2012/12/13/bdi-connection-for-december-2012/) - In This Issue Continuation of RENEW BDI Honors Geiger Tour of EJ Victor Zion Industries Open House President’s Corner Happy Holidays! We got some great news recently from the Department of Commerce that they will fund Project RENEW for another two years! We're also sharing some information and pictures from some of our recent industry visits!
- [BDI Proud to Announce Continuation of Project RENEW](https://burkedevinc.com/2012/12/10/bdi-proud-to-announce-continuation-of-project-renew/) - For Immediate Release Burke Development Proud to Announce Continuation of Project RENEW Grant from Department of Commerce will Fund Program for Next Two Years BURKE COUNTY, N.C. (December 10, 2012) – Burke Development, Inc. is proud to announce the continuation of Project RENEW through 2013 and 2014 thanks to a grant from the Department of
- [Celebrate Burke Biz at Geiger International](https://burkedevinc.com/2012/12/06/celebrate-burke-biz-at-geiger-international/) - For Immediate Release Celebrate Burke Biz at Geiger International BURKE COUNTY, N.C. (December 5, 2012) – On Dec. 5 BDI staff members were joined by elected officials at Geiger International for Celebrate Burke Biz. The event, held monthly, is an opportunity for BDI to thank local companies for doing business in Burke, and also to
- [BDI Connection for November 2012](https://burkedevinc.com/2012/11/01/bdi-connection-for-november-2012/) - In This Issue President's Corner High Point Market Over, Work has Just Begun Second RENEW Graduation BDI Launches New Website Thanks to Toner Machining! President’s Corner It’s been a busy few weeks here at BDI. We had graduation for the second RENEW class and presented the program at the NC Rural Center Conference. Celebrate Burke
- [High Point Market is Over but the Work has Just Begun](https://burkedevinc.com/2012/10/31/high-point-market-is-over-but-the-work-has-just-begun/) - BURKE COUNTY, N.C. (October 31, 2012) – October is usually one of the busiest months of the year for many of Burke County’s furniture companies as they showcase their products to buyers from around the world at High Point Market. This year was no exception. Local furniture manufacturers like EJ Victor, Shenandoah Furniture and Kellex
- [BDI's Project RENEW Graduates Second Class](https://burkedevinc.com/2012/10/25/bdis-project-renew-graduates-second-class/) - Participants of Burke Development, Inc.’s Project RENEW were honored Thursday at a graduation ceremony held at the Foothills Higher Education Center. This is the second class graduating from the unique workforce development program, which is funded through a grant received from the NC Rural Center. The 24 graduates received a certificate of completion and had
- [BDI Connection for October 2012](https://burkedevinc.com/2012/10/01/bdi-connection-for-october-2012/) - Volume 3 Issue 6 October 2012 In This Issue President's Corner Celebrate Burke Biz at Opportunity Threads More Burke Companies Utilizing MNC Website BDI Debuts 'Made in Burke' Segments Quarterly BeBo Networking Meeting Charlotte Business Journal's Manufacturing Quarterly President’s Corner Fall is upon us and it is an exciting time for BDI! We have several
- [BDI, City Debut Made in Burke Segments](https://burkedevinc.com/2012/09/27/bdi-city-of-morganton-debut-made-in-burke-segment/) - Videos to Highlight Local Manufacturing Companies BURKE COUNTY, N.C. (September 27, 2012) – Burke Development, Inc. (BDI) has partnered with the City of Morganton for Made in Burke, a monthly segment that will highlight local manufacturing companies. Beginning in mid-October the segments will air on CoMPAS Cable, and will be featured on the BDI website.
- [Celebrate Burke Biz at Opportunity Threads](https://burkedevinc.com/2012/09/21/celebrate-burke-biz-at-opportunity-threads/) - BURKE COUNTY, N.C. (September 21, 2012) –On Sept. 20 BDI staff members were joined by elected officials from Burke County and the City of Morganton at Opportunity Threads for Celebrate Burke Biz. The event, held monthly, is an opportunity for BDI to thank local companies for doing business in Burke, and also to honor company
- [Not Your Grandpa's Furniture Factory at Geiger](https://burkedevinc.com/2012/09/19/furniture-factory-at-geiger-international/) - 'Clean and Green' Facility Doing Well in Burke BURKE COUNTY, N.C. (September 4, 2012) – As you step into the lobby at Geiger International in Hildebran it feels more like an office for a New York ad agency than a furniture manufacturer. Sleek, modern chairs stand out against the blue-hued walls. As you move past
- [More Burke Companies Utilizing MNC Website](https://burkedevinc.com/2012/09/18/burke-companies-utilizing-mnc-website/) - Free Manufacturing Directory Provides Greater Online Visibility to Potential Customers BURKE COUNTY, N.C. (September 18, 2012) – If you’re a business owner, chances are you spend a good bit of time thinking about how you can increase sales. Often, that process centers on one (not so simple) question – How can I let more people
- [Burke County Brings Competitive Advantage for the Furniture Industry](https://burkedevinc.com/2012/09/10/burke-countys-competitive-advantage-for-furniture-industry/) - September 10, 2010: If you have read Thomas Friedman?s book, ?The World is Flat,? you may have gotten the impression that without significant changes American manufacturing would become obsolete as we were all thrust into a global economy. The specifics for North Carolina supported this theory with nearly 80,000 jobs lost between 2001 and 2007
- [200 Jobs to Be Created in Burke County](https://burkedevinc.com/2012/09/05/200-jobs-in-burke-county/) - Carolina Artisan Group announced today it will create 200 new jobs in Valdese, North Carolina. Focusing on American made furniture, the Carolina Artisan Group is a joint venture between Art Van Furniture, Michigan's largest furniture chain, and Kellex Corporation. The new company is a powerful partnership that will design and develop quality custom and semi-custom
- [BDI Connection for September 2012](https://burkedevinc.com/2012/09/01/bdi-connection-for-september-2012/) - Volume 3 Issue 5 September, 2012 In This Issue President's Corner Burke Companies Receive Grants Geiger International is 'Clean and Green' Chamber Recognizes Local Businesses MNC - Free Web Exposure for Your Company President's Corner It has been another quick month here at BDI, time flies! We were pleased to welcome the NC Rural Center
- [Spartacraft Receives Building Reuse Grant to Aid in Business Expansion](https://burkedevinc.com/2012/08/27/spartacraft-receives-building-reuse-grant/) - Company Will Convert Warehouse Space into Manufacturing Space and Add 12 Jobs BURKE COUNTY, N.C. (August 27, 2012) – Burke County company SpartaCraft, which produces specialty wood products, has received a $60,000 Building Reuse and Restoration Grant from the NC Rural Center to aid in an expansion at their current facility located in Connelly Springs.
- [Zion Industries, Inc. to Expand with Help from NC Rural Center Grant](https://burkedevinc.com/2012/08/27/zion-industries-to-expand-with-nc-rural-center-grant/) - Company to Double Manufacturing Space and Add 15 Jobs BURKE COUNTY, N.C. (August 28, 2012) – Zion Industries, Inc., in partnership with the Town of Hildebran, are proud to announce they are the recipients of a $75,000 Building Reuse and Restoration Grant from the NC Rural Center. The grant will allow Zion to build an
- [Business Owners Receive Grant for New Barbeque Restaurant](https://burkedevinc.com/2012/08/27/business-owners-receive-grant/) - JD's Smokehouse to Open in Rutherford College BURKE COUNTY, N.C. (August 27, 2012) – The NC Rural Center has awarded Jim and Debbie Goare a Building Reuse and Restoration grant to aid in their efforts to open a barbeque restaurant in Burke County. The Goares will open JD's Smokehouse in the building located at 500
- [BDI Connection for August 2012](https://burkedevinc.com/2012/08/01/bdi-connection-august-2012/) - Volume 3 Issue 4 August, 2012 In This Issue President's Corner BDI Board Selects New Officers Success of RENEW Centers on Commitment of Companies and Participants Positive Signs for Local Retail BDI Supporting Local Manufacturer with BDI Socks City Council Receives Morganton Heights Update President's Corner This month we have some exciting announcements and news
- [BDI Supporting Local Manufacturer with BDI Socks](https://burkedevinc.com/2012/08/01/bdi-purchases-custom-socks-from-defeet/) - It's rare that you can go to work every day wearing the same clothes as some of the world's top athletes - unless you work at Burke Development, Inc. Thanks to local sock manufacturer DeFeet International, the employees at BDI have unique footwear emblazoned with the BDI logo. DeFeet International produces performance lightweight and durable
- [Success of RENEW Centers on Commitment of Companies and Participants](https://burkedevinc.com/2012/08/01/success-of-renew-centers-on-commitment/) - Burke County resident Jim Clement needed a job and he was willing to do whatever it took to find one, including uprooting his family. Luckily, thanks to a unique Burke County workforce development program called Project RENEW, Clement was able to stay in an area that he and his family are happy to call home.
- [Burke Development, Inc. Board Selects New Officers John Branstrom Elected as Chairman](https://burkedevinc.com/2012/07/27/board-selects-new-officers/) - BURKE COUNTY, N.C. (July 27, 2012) – New officers have been selected for the Board of Directors for Burke Development, Inc. (BDI) and John Branstrom will lead the Board as the new Chairman. The officers were nominated and voted in at a recent meeting. Bryan Steen will serve as Vice Chairman and Rod Harrelson has
- [Unemployed? Please Apply!](https://burkedevinc.com/2012/07/01/unemployed-please-apply/) - On average over the past few months the Burke County Employment Security Commission has had around 120 job listings posted at any given time. The organization is a great place for job seekers to begin their search, so we are sharing some information from Manager Chuck Brown about the types of jobs the ESC has
- [BDI Hires Sara Chester as Project Manager](https://burkedevinc.com/2012/07/01/bdi-hires-sara-chester/) - You might remember Sara from the Fall when she worked part-time as BDI's Marketing Communications Manager. She has now been hired full-time to take over as Project Manager and will also continue her efforts on the Marketing Communications side. Sara grew up in Morganton and graduated from Freedom High School. She attended the University of
- [BDI Connection for July 2012](https://burkedevinc.com/2012/07/01/bdi-connection-july-2012/) - Volume 3 Issue 3 July, 2012 In This Issue President's Corner Second Project RENEW Class Starts Unemployed? Please Apply! BDI Hires Sara Chester as Project Manager President's Corner The BDI newsletter is back in action this month! Summer is in full swing and things are heating up here at Burke Development as well. Read below
- [Community Partners Create 'RENEW' Program, Graduates 44 In Inaugural Class](https://burkedevinc.com/2012/06/12/renew-program-graduates-inaugural-class/) - Morganton - For more than a century, North Carolina led the nation in manufacturing. For decades in the western part of the state, especially Burke and surrounding counties, manufacturing jobs in industries such as furniture and textiles were abundant. Due to increased competition and jobs moving abroad, these industries have undergone a decline in our
- [Made in America, a Study on the Resurgence of U.S. Manufacturing](https://burkedevinc.com/2012/01/04/resurgence-of-us-manufacturing/) - Over the past decade we have seen highly publicized announcements of factories closing or moving overseas so it is easy to see why so many people think that U.S. manufacturing is on its deathbed; however, a study released by the Boston Consulting Group (BCG) proves otherwise and explains why we are about to experience a
- [BDI Connection for December 2011](https://burkedevinc.com/2011/12/01/bdi-connection-december-2011/) - Volume 2 Issue 12 December, 2011 In This Issue President's Corner Celebrate Burke Biz Spotlight on Manufacturing Series Furniture Industry Leaders Meeting Rural Community Mobilization Grant Case Farms Grant NC Dept. of Commerce Report President's Corner It's hard to believe it is already December. Here at BDI we are thrilled with the progress we made
- [Burke Development, Inc. Aids Case Farms in Obtaining $500,000 Grant](https://burkedevinc.com/2011/12/01/case-farms-obtains-grant/) - Case Farms has been awarded a $500,000 grant from N.C. Rural Economic Development Center, which will be used for an expansion project that will add 100 jobs for Burke County. Burke Development staff, along with other community leaders who helped with the project, is thankful for Case Farms for their additional investment and commitment to
- [Burke Organizations Partner to Secure Rural Community Mobilization Grant](https://burkedevinc.com/2011/12/01/rural-community-mobilization-grant/) - Numerous Burke County organizations partnered together this fall to create Project RENEW, which has received a Rural Community Mobilization grant from the NC Rural Center. The grant will be used to launch a Manufacturing Training Program at Western Piedmont Community College beginning in January 2012, which will connect unemployed and underemployed workers to full-time jobs
- [Furniture Industry Leaders Meeting](https://burkedevinc.com/2011/12/01/furniture-industry-leaders-meeting/) - On Tuesday November 8, leaders in the furniture industry were called together by BDI staff to discuss the current state of the industry and what can be done to address the challenges these companies face. Owners, Presidents and other Executives at the roundtable meeting took time out of their busy schedules to meet with BDI
- [Celebrate Burke Biz](https://burkedevinc.com/2011/12/01/celebrate-burke-biz/) - On Thursday November 10, BDI staff, along with elected officials from the Town of Hildebran and Burke County, honored the employees of Adden Furniture with "Celebrate Burke Business". The purpose of Celebrate Burke Business is to support and promote existing business and industry in Burke County. A key parameter of BDI's overall strategy is to
- [Recap of Economic Forecast Breakfast](https://burkedevinc.com/2011/11/01/economic-forecast-breakfast/) - On October 18, BDI hosted an Economic Forecast Breakfast that featured a presentation by Wells Fargo Senior Economist Mark Vitner who shared some important insights. Vitner, whose commentary has been featured in the New York Times and Wall Street Journal, is based in Charlotte and is responsible for tracking U.S. and regional economic trends. His
- [North Carolina Manufacturers - Is Your Company Visible?](https://burkedevinc.com/2011/10/01/is-your-company-visible/) - In October Burke County, along with Alexander, Caldwell and Catawba counties are involved in the launch of a new website that allows North Carolina manufacturers to market their products and capabilities. Learn more now? Manufactured in NC is supported by the NC State Industrial Extension Service and a grant from the NC Rural Center. Any
- [BDI Connection for October 2011](https://burkedevinc.com/2011/10/01/bdi-connection-october-2011/) - Volume 2 Issue 10 October, 2011 In This Issue President's Corner NC Ranks Seventh in Top States for Business Survey Manufacturers - Is Your Company Visible? Burke Business Loan Program Going Strong Job Club - Learn Networking and Interview Skills Gerresheimer Glass Named 'Best Plant' President's Corner Hello and thanks for checking in with BDI
- [Gerresheimer Glass Named 'Best Plant'](https://burkedevinc.com/2011/10/01/gerresheimer-glass-named-best-plant/) - Gerresheimer Glass Morganton Plant was recently given the "Best Plant" award by the corporation, naming it the top performing plant out of 45 facilities worldwide. The plant opened in Morganton in 1990 as Kimble Glass and later became part of Gerresheimer Glass, headquartered in Dusseldorf, Germany. Gerresheimer is globally recognized as a manufacturer of high-quality
- [Job Club - Learn Networking and Interview Skills](https://burkedevinc.com/2011/10/01/learn-networking-and-interview-skills/) - Did you know that 80% of available jobs are never advertised? The Department of Labor also reports that over 50% of employees find their jobs through networking. To provide networking and employment leads, Burke County's ESC, BDI and the First Baptist Church of Morganton have teamed to offer the second round of Job Club on
- [New Website for NC Businesses](https://burkedevinc.com/2011/09/01/website-for-nc-businesses/) - The N.C. Department of Commerce's Business Link North Carolina (BLNC) recently launched its updated website. The site is designed to direct North Carolina businesses and service providers to the resources needed to start, grow and expand businesses. It also directs clients to a cost-free consultation with a BLNC business counselor. This service of the state
- [Michelle's Bakery Receives Grant](https://burkedevinc.com/2011/09/01/michelles-bakery-receives-grant/) - Thanks to a $132,000 grant from the NC Rural Center's Building Reuse and Restoration Grant Program Michelle's Bakery will soon relocate their business to a 12,000 square foot existing building along I-40 in Rutherford College. Best Friends Vending, Inc., doing business as Michelle's Bakery, plans to expand their operations in North Carolina. Michelle's Bakery plans
- [2011 Cornerstone Awards](https://burkedevinc.com/2011/09/01/2011-cornerstone-awards/) - Join us, and the Burke County Chamber of Commerce, in recognizing the contributions local business make to our business community at the 2011 Cornerstone Awards. The Cornerstone Awards luncheon will be held Oct. 13 from 11:30am to 1:00pm at First Baptist Church of Morganton. Tickets are $25 for Chamber members and$35 for non-members. To purchase
- [BDI Annual Report](https://burkedevinc.com/2011/08/01/bdi-annual-report/) - Burke Development wrapped up their 2010-2011 fiscal year on June 30 and presented an Annual Report to the BDI Board. Here are some of the highlights. Our biggest highlights for the 2010-11 year were the five job creation announcements made including Carolina Artisan Group, Lyon Manufacturing, Gieger/Herman Miller, Ice River Springs and Ekornes ? which
- [Furniture Manufacturer Ekornes Plans for Operation in Burke County](https://burkedevinc.com/2011/08/01/furniture-manufacturer-ekornes/) - BDI announced last week that furniture manufacturer Ekornes ASA plans to open their first US manufacturing operation in Burke County. Fifty-eight jobs will be created when operations begin in a 100,000 square foot facility in Morganton. Ekornes ASA, Scandinavia's largest furniture manufacturer, plans to open their first US manufacturing operation in Burke County, North Carolina.
- [BDI and Community Partners Host Employment Opportunity Event](https://burkedevinc.com/2011/06/01/employment-opportunity-event/) - On May 26, BDI along with Western Piedmont Community College (WPCC), Employment Security Commission (ESC), WorkSource West/VR and Western Piedmont Workforce Development Board teamed up to host an extraordinary event, "Employment: Key Strategies for Getting Hired." This event was designed to provide job-seekers with tools, resources, and information to assist in obtaining meaningful full time
- [Celebration Luncheon at Ice River Springs](https://burkedevinc.com/2011/05/23/ice-river-springs/) - Company Expands in Morganton BURKE COUNTY - Community leaders and local elected officials came together at Ice River Springs for "Celebrate Burke Business." The event, sponsored by Burke Development Inc, Burke Chamber, Domino's, and Pepsi, is an opportunity to say "Thank You" and recognize local business leaders and all of their associates for their economic
- [Furniture Strategy Brings 64 Jobs in Burke County](https://burkedevinc.com/2011/04/20/furniture-strategy-brings-jobs-to-burke-county/) - Company Expands in Hildebran BURKE COUNTY - Geiger International, a manufacturer of premium wood case goods, seating, and occasional furniture for commercial and residential interiors, plans to expand their operation in North Carolina. The company will locate in a 93,000 square foot facility in Hildebran, creating 64 jobs. The projected annual average for all employees
- [BDI Receives Economic Innovation Grant](https://burkedevinc.com/2011/04/01/bdi-receives-economic-innovation-grant/) - Burke Development Inc., commonly known as BDI, has been awarded an Economic Innovation Grant in the amount of $75,000.00 from the North Carolina Rural Economic Development Center. Partnering with the locally owned and operated, Opportunity Threads, BDI submitted an application for the Rural Center's Economic Innovation Grant. The purpose of this project is multifaceted. "This
- [DeFeet Named NC Small Business of the Year](https://burkedevinc.com/2011/01/04/defeet-named-nc-small-business-of-the-year/) - Local company DeFeet International was recently named NC Small Business of the Year by BusinessNC and BDI congratulated them with a Celebrate Burke Business event. Quarterly BDI, along with the BDI Board and Burke Chamber of Commerce, recognizes a local business with a celebration service known as "Celebrate Burke Business". "We provide plenty of large
- [BDI Partners with Local Businesses to Launch "Celebrate Burke Business"](https://burkedevinc.com/2010/10/14/celebrate-burke-business/) - October 14, 2010 - Burke Development Incorporated (BDI) recently launched "Celebrate Burke Business" as a way to support and promote existing business and industry in Burke County. A key parameter of BDI's overall strategy is to partner with existing businesses and industries to ensure continued success and longevity in Burke County. In the past six
- [BDI Project Manager Gains "Green" Certification](https://burkedevinc.com/2010/08/20/bdi-project-manager-gains-green-certification/) - Recently, BDI Project Manager Misti Humphries completed an intensive course in sustainability and received certification as an Accredited Professional. The course is an ?industry first? developed in conjunction with the Sustainable Furnishings Council and approved by ranking staff of Rainforest Alliance, World Wildlife Fund and one of the co-founders of USGBC/LEED. The program was written
- [Burke County Supports the Entrepreneur Spirit Designated a Certified Entrepreneurial Community](https://burkedevinc.com/2010/08/10/certified-entrepreneurial-community/) - (August 24, 2010) - Burke County is now a "Certified Entrepreneurial Community" (CEC). This is an exceptional honor, as Burke is only the sixth county out of the 23-county Western North Carolina region to receive this designation. This designation attests to the county's vibrant and active entrepreneur environment. CEC is administered by AdvantageWest, the regional

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- [Contact Burke Development, Inc.](https://burkedevinc.com/contact-burke-development-inc/) - A Skilled Team Committed to Your Success Brandon joined BDI in March 2026 and brings experience in industrial recruitment, product development, workforce training, collaborative partnerships, and managing large-scale economic development projects. In the years leading up to his role with BDI, Brandon was the economic developer for the City of Shelby, as well
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- [Our Major Employers](https://burkedevinc.com/target-industries/our-major-employers/) - Click here to be added to our employer list. Edit CompanyIndustryEmployee Range Aquafil O’Mara Textiles100-249 Baker FurnitureFurniture100-249 Bimbo BakeriesFood250-499 Broughton HospitalMental health care1200 Burke CountyCounty Government500 Burke County SchoolsPublic Education1500 Case FarmsFood500-1000 ChaddockFurniture100-249 City of MorgantonCity Government350 ContinentalAutotmotive500-1000 Cummings MeritorVehicle systems100-249 Dept of Public SafetyPublic Administration250 EJ VictorFurniture100-249 Ekornes USAFurniture1-99 Food LionRetail300 Gerresheimer Glass Inc.Glass
- [Existing Industries](https://burkedevinc.com/target-industries/existing-industries/) - Supporting Our Current Employers’ Continued Success WORKFORCE TRANSPORTATION ECONOMIC DATA SITES & BUILDINGS Burke County, North Carolina’s many assets make our county the ideal destination for companies in search of new locations. Those assets and our resources also support growth within our existing business community, strengthening our local economy. We’re proud to help our valuable
- [Utilities](https://burkedevinc.com/sites-buildings/utilities/) - Powering Your Success with Affordable Utilities WORKFORCE TRANSPORTATION TARGET INDUSTRIES SITES & BUILDINGS Burke County, North Carolina powers successful businesses in many ways, but one of the most important for your budget and your growth plans is access to affordable and abundant utilities. Learn more about all of our utility providers and the
- [Metalworking](https://burkedevinc.com/target-industries/metalworking/) - Precision-Tooled for Metalworking Success WORKFORCE TRANSPORTATION ECONOMIC DATA SITES & BUILDINGS Burke County, North Carolina offers fabricators and manufacturers a labor shed of 650,000 within a 45-minute drive and a robust pipeline of new workers, eliminating worries about labor shortages. Our county’s heritage of building what America and the world needs has provided employers generations
- [News](https://burkedevinc.com/contact-burke-development-inc/news/) - Burke County, NC Expands Economic Development Reach Through Partnership with Charlotte Regional Business Alliance06 Jul 2026 ...Burke Development Incorporated Names Brandon Ruppe as President and CEO31 Mar 2026 ...Burke County Property Included in Select Sites Program19 Feb 2026 Site Chosen for Its Development Potential FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE February 19, 2026 BURKE COUNTY, N.C. – Burke
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