🎉 It’s #NationalSmallBusinessWeek and we’re celebrating with a special event this Friday, May 9 in Durham! Join us for expert insights, a panel of small biz owners, and recognition of NC’s best. 🔗 sbtdc.org/events/small-b… #SBTDC #SmallBusinessDay #SupportSmallBusiness

Happy National #SmallBusinessWeek! 🎉 For 60+ years, SBA has celebrated the impact of #entrepreneurs. In #HarnettCountyNC, #smallbusinesses are the heart of our communities, making our local economy thrive & communities unique. #econdev 💡Learn more: sba.gov/nsbw

Dreamers. Doers. Creators. Builders. Small businesses are the heartbeat of #HarnettCountyNC, where #innovation meets #community. This week, we celebrate the #entrepreneurs who make our county thrive. Tag your favorite #smallbiz & show your support! 💼💖 #SmallBusinessWeek

This week, May 11-17, 2025 is Economic Development Week! Economic Development Week shines light on the people and partnerships that help our communities grow stronger, more vibrant, and more connected. Meet our Harnett County Team! 🔗 Learn more: harnettedc.org

📢 It’s IEDC's #EconDevWeek! (May 12–16) We’re celebrating the #people & #partnerships driving #growth in our #communities. All week, we’ll spotlight #econdev wins, milestones, & the faces behind the work. #HarnettCountyNC #StrongRootsNewGrowth 🔗 iedconline.org

#EconDev is more than buildings & jobs - it’s about creating opportunity & a stronger future. In #HarnettCountyNC that means: 🏗️Growing #businesses 👷 Investing in #education #training & #workforce 🌳 Enhancing #qualityoflife & more! 🔗harnettedc.org #IEDC #EconDevWeek

We’re proud to join communities across the country in celebrating IEDC’ #EconDevWeek! To mark the occasion, we’re spotlighting the team behind #HarnettCountyNC #EconDev with our “Get to Know Our Team: Q&A Edition.” 👇 🔗Learn more about the Team: harnettedc.org/economic-devel…

We’ve made big moves this year in #HarnettCountyNC & we’re just getting started!💥From expanding #accesstocare to our first Class A #IndustrialPark, momentum is building. #EconDevWeek 📽️ Watch this video preview + read highlights on our LinkedIn page: 🔗 linkedin.com/company/harnet…

As IEDC's #EconDevWeek wraps up, Harnett County's #EconDev Director Stephen Barrington shares what it means to “win” in economic development & why it looks different for every community. Planning, partnerships & perspective matter. 📝Read the #blog: bit.ly/4ko6s0p

Moving forward in #HarnettCountyNC! At today’s Harnett Economic Development Corporation Annual Meeting we celebrated: ✅ Edgerton site development progress ✅ New HEDC brand + Jobs/Industrial Land Campaigns ✅ 2025–26 Board officers & appointees & more! 🔗bit.ly/3SXVXFq

💡Big ideas start in #HarnettCountyNC! Launching a #business or dreaming of it? The Harnett Lift-Off Lab is a free 8-week program created to help early-stage #entrepreneurs build, plan, & grow. 🗓 Thursdays, 9/11 - 11/6/25 📍 Lillington, NC 🔗Learn more: cccc.edu/news/applicati…

When a company decides to relocate or expand their operations in North Carolina, they aren’t just creating a set number of jobs—they spark a chain reaction across the state's economy. Read the full report, created in partnership with Lightcast: edpnc.com/decade/#impact

There's just one week left to apply to NCEDA’s 2025–26 Mentorship Program! Applications are open for both mentors and mentees for the upcoming program, running October–June. Applications are due by Friday, September 12. Apply today: lnkd.in/eq-uCAfe

While EDPNC-supported wins over the past decade spanned many sectors, the majority of our 1,344 projects were in manufacturing—fueling a powerful wave of job creation, investment, and supply chain expansion. Read the report, created with Lightcast: edpnc.com/decade/#impact

📣 [Harnett County News]: The Harnett County Board of Commissioners is considering a change to its meeting schedule time and invites residents to share their feedback in our survey that is open through Monday, October 27, 2025. Read more: harnett.org/publicinfo/pre…

Campbell School of Engineering’s popular “Engineering Days” are back again! We have 3 sessions this fall - students will have the opportunity to engage in team-based engineering design projects! Sign up is open - spots go quickly so register today! Campbell University

📣 [Harnett County News]: Today Harnett County broke ground on our first Class A industrial building at Harnett 95 Industrial Center. This 175,500 sq. ft. facility will drive economic growth and bring high-paying jobs to our community. Read more: harnett.org/publicinfo/pre…

Build your future in #Biotechnology right here in #HarnettCountyNC! 🔬 CCCC is enrolling for #BioWork classes in #LillingtonNC (Harnett Main Campus) & a new location in #DunnNC (Harnett Advanced Technology Center). 💻 Register: bit.ly/49rejrN 🔍 Keyword: BioWork

One week ago, Harnett County hosted our inaugural #HarnettEconDevUpdate at Campbell University, bringing together 100+ community stakeholders to hear the latest #econdev initiatives fueling the momentum in #HarnettCountyNC. Read more in this event recap #blog: 🔗harnettedc.org/latest-news.as…

Happy Small Business Saturday! Be sure to #ShopSmall today and support the independent businesses that keep our communities strong. 🛍️ #HarnettCountyNC #SmallBusinessSaturday #StrongRootsNewGrowth