Last Mile

Organization:

Carolinas Gateway Partnership

Amount:

$351,126.06

Program Area:

Economic Stimulus Program

County of Applicant:

Edgecombe

Year:

2004

Description:

The purpose of this Golden LEAF grant is to provide funds to assist with a training initiative to accommodate the expansion of a wire and cable manufacturer with a facility in Edgecombe County. The expansion will increase production at the Edgecombe facility by 164%, taking the plant to maximum capacity through machinery relocations, hiring up to 145 employees and retaining of 220 employees. Training will be delivered through a partnership with Edgecombe Community College and skills attained will be transferable.

Contact:

Mrs. Oppie N. Jordan427 Falls RoadRocky Mount, North Carolina 27804(252) 442-6224

Areas Served:

Edgecombe

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