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Centralina Workforce Development Board (WDB) and Community Partners Provide Talent Transition Services For Daimler Trucks in Rowan County
Daimler Trucks of North America (Freightliner)
recently announced temporary lay-offs effective January 15, 2016 for their facility located in Cleveland, NC (Rowan County). To assist those that were losing employment, the Centralina Workforce Development Board developed a Talent Transition team which included community partners. During the month of January, the team met together on many occasions to brainstorm ideas in order to assist with over 840 individuals who were affected by the layoff.
In order to help those impacted find new employment, the Centralina Workforce Development Board, Rowan County Government, RowanWORKS Economic Development, Rowan County United Way, Rowan County Chamber of Commerce, Rowan-Cabarrus Community College and the NCWorks Career Center-Rowan held a Job Fair for Daimler employees on Friday January 29, 2016, at the West End Plaza in Salisbury.
 Vail Carter, Centralina WDB Business Services Coordinator
and Stephanie Robinson, Centralina Workforce Services Regional Talent Employment Solutions Supervisor, both played a major role in gathering the Talent Transition team in order to offer support services, training resources, and employment opportunities to each individual effected. Centralina Workforce Services staff and community partners worked hand and hand with Corey Hill, President of United Auto Workers Local 3520 and Centralina WDB's newest Board Member in assisting the former Freightliner workers.
Attendees had the opportunity to meet more than 20 employers, all of whom had immediate openings to fill. Employers including Imperial Brown, Rowan-Salisbury Schools, Novant Health, the City of Salisbury, and Rowan County Government were in attendance. Hundreds of former Freightliner employees filled the facility seeking employment. Representatives from NCWORKS, RCCC, Rowan County United Way, Rowan County, the Salisbury Post, and more, were also present to discuss the services and resources available to those impacted by this announcement.
The Centralina Workforce Development Board would like to thank all community partners and the United Auto Workers staff for their efforts and teamwork with the major layoff. For more information regarding the Freightliner layoff, contact Vail Carter at
vcarter@centralina.org.
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Centralina WDB Client Relation Management Tool Can Help You More --Business With Business
Information Webinars Available
The Centralina Workforce Development Board hosted a strategic learning event, also referred as Centralina WDB Business Engagement Boot Camp for regional partners in September 2015. As a follow-up, the Centralina WDB will be offering Business U webinars on the new Client Relation Management (CRM) Tool for its Collective Business Engagement teams to use when visiting local employers. Designated CRM users should register for the six online trainings listed below:
Centralina: CRM Training #2-Contacts & Accounts Management Features & Service Portfolios
- Join us for a webinar on Feb 03, 2016 at 3:00 PM EST/12:00 PM PST.
- Register for CRM Training #2:
Centralina: CRM Training #3-Needs Assessments & Mobile Access
- Join us for a webinar on Feb 04, 2016 at 3:00 PM EST/12:00 PM PST.
- Register for CRM Training #3:
Centralina: CRM Training #4-Collaboration Tools & Workflow Processes
- Join us for a webinar on Feb 05, 2016 at 3:00 PM EST/12:00 PM PST.
- Register for CRM Training #4:
Centralina: CRM Training #5-Employer Outreach Part 1
- Join us for a webinar on Feb 09, 2016 at 3:00 PM EST/12:00 PM PST.
- Register for CRM Training #5:
Centralina: CRM Training #6-Employer Outreach Part 2
- Join us for a webinar on Feb 10, 2016 at 3:00 PM EST/12:00 PM PST.
- Register for CRM Training #6:
The webinars are required for all Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA) funded contractor staff members (including NEXGEN Services) who deal with businesses. The Board is also encouraging all workforce partners (community colleges, school systems, Vocational Rehabilitation, Chambers, Economic Development, etc.) who deal with businesses to also sign up.
The Board has requested that anyone who attended the Business Engagement Boot Camp and currently working with employers on a regular basis to register for the webinars. There is no cost to you for participating in the webinars on the CRM.
This is a new way of doing business with business in the Centralina WDB region. The Board is excited to be able to offer the tool as it is very useful. For more information regarding the Centralina WDB Client Relation Management Tool contact, David Hollars, Centralina WDB Executive Director at
dhollars@centralina.org
or 704-348-2717.
Want to Help Your Business Grow and Enhance the Skills of Your Employees?
NCWorks Incumbent Worker Training Grants Informational Sessions
Does your company want to improve production processes, decrease waste, and increase sales and revenues? Explore the NCWorks Incumbent Worker Training Grants.
The NCWorks Incumbent Worker Training Grants offered by the Centralina Workforce Development Board (WDB) are competitive training grants designed to address employees' skill gaps and thereby help your company grow.
Eligible employers can use this talent solution when their employees have identified skills gaps that need to be addressed through training. These training funds can be used to provide either occupational or educational training to help employees who have identified skills gap and want to:
- Upgrade skills and knowledge to retain their current job or
- Obtain industry recognize certifications or
- Gain new skills and knowledge to advance their career with their employer
The Centralina Workforce Development Board are currently taking applications and must be received by Centralina WDB by Monday March 21, 2016 at 5:00 p.m.
As a first step, join us at a NCWorks Incumbent Worker Training Grants Informational Session.
NCWorks Incumbent Worker Training Grants-Informational Sessions are as follows:
Wednesday February 3, 2016-Rowan County-9:00 AM
Rowan-Cabarrus Community College, North Campus
Building 400, Room 4204
1333 Jake Alexander Blvd.
Salisbury, NC 28146
Thursday February 4, 2016-Cabarrus County-9:00 AM
Rowan-Cabarrus Community College, Business & Technology Center
Room 9281
660 Concord Parkway North (HWY 29 North)
Concord, NC 28027
Thursday February 11, 2016-Stanly County-10:00 AM
Stanly Community College, Groves Building Training Room
143 N. 2nd Street
Albemarle, NC 28001
Friday February 12, 2016-Lincoln County-10:00 AM
Gaston College, Lincoln Campus, Room LC 210
511 S. Aspen St. Lincolnton, NC 28092
Thursday February 18, 2016-Union County-10:00 AM
Monroe/ Union County Economic Development, Conference Room
CTHE Building - South Piedmont Community College
3509 Old Charlotte Hwy.
Monroe, NC 28110
For more information about Incumbent Worker Training, contact Vail Carter, Centralina WDB Business Services Coordinator at (704)-348-2710 or by e-mail at
vcarter@centralina.org
for registration or additional details or visit www.centralinaworks.com
for the link to the Incumbent Worker grant application and guidelines.
Employer Spotlight-A Win-Win Situation
Americhem, Inc. Finds New Track to Hiring Needs in Cabarrus County
"If I could put my experience with you all in one word, it would be genuine. In fact, what I liked about Centralina Workforce Services is that you guys didn't want anything but the opportunity. You guys were looking for opportunity to bring people to us, and to get people to work," that's what Terry Grubbs, Human Resources and Safety Coordinator at Americhem, Inc. facility in Concord (Cabarrus County) had to say about Centralina Workforce Services.
Americhem Inc., a company who specializes in colorization and color matching has been around for nearly 70 years. The company is known for taking patches of pigment flour which turns into color pellets and later into strands of yarn for carpets seen in millions of homes across the country. In fact, there's no carpet in your house today that hasn't been affiliated with Americhem, Inc. With a total of 130 workers at the Concord plant, seven plants in the U.S., and locations in England, China, and Mexico City, the company is always expanding their territory and their search for skilled workers.
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Terry Grubbs, Human Resources and Safety Coordinator at Americhem, Inc.
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Grubbs who has only been with the company for 15 months, moved from Connecticut to North Carolina three years ago to continue his human resource career. After working with another company in North Carolina, he decided to work closer to family and began working with Americhem, Inc., which led him to connecting with Centralina Workforce Services.
"I got connected through Denisha Torrence, Centralina Workforce Services Employer Services Consultant," he said. "I've been working in human resources for 15 years and I was very familiar with North Carolina's Workforce Development System and NCWorks. Being in human resources, one of my first initiatives when coming here, was to partner us with the local workforce board," said Grubbs.
When Grubbs first arrived at Americhem Inc., he discovered that his predecessor reached out to the Centralina Workforce Development Board regarding its On-the-Job (OJT) Program, however, they never followed through with it.
"I was able to pick up where they left off," Grubbs said. "I was looking for a partnership and Denisha and the Centralina Workforce Services was there. I just had to convince everyone else that this was a good program. I got the corporate team buy in and they told me to run with it and make this work. Here we are today, it's been working for us."
To date, the company has hired 3 individuals through Centralina WDB's OJT services. In fact, while interviewing, Mr. Grubbs stated that he hired one candidate just hours before the interview.
During the process, the Centralina Workforce Services team, met with the company on many occasions not only for the OJT process but also for other services as well.
"Denisha provided me with market search information. Through her research and help, I was able to raise and increase the wages of all employees here which hadn't been done in 25 years," Grubbs said.
He continued on to say that the Centralina Workforce Services was a star in his eyes. He also stated that the work ethic and desire was there during the entire process.
"One thing that I admire is that they have genuine investment in their applicants. With the help of Centralina Workforce Services and with my recruiting ability, it was just a win-win situation," said Grubbs.
At the conclusion of the interview, with a large smile on his face, he ends by adding that the senior leadership team at Americhem Inc., ask when they'll be hiring more OJT candidates from the Centralina WDB and its Centralina Workforce Services.
For more information, visit www.centralinaworks.com
for the link to the 8 NCWorks Career Centers in the Centralina WDB region.
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Racing into the Future
Mooresville-South Iredell Chamber of Commerce Celebrates 100 Years
On January 11, 2016, positive energy and gratitude filled a room with over 700 individuals who gathered together for the Mooresville-South Iredell Chamber of Commerce 100th year celebration at the Cove Church in Mooresville.
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Jeremy Wilson and Sylvia Jones
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The Centralina Workforce Development Board was a proud to be in attendance during this wonderful event and also was a table sponsor. Vail Carter, Centralina WDB Business Services Coordinator and Asia Wilson, Centralina WDB Communications Specialist were in attendance along with Sylvia Jones, Center Leader for the NCWorks Career Center-Mooresville and Jeremy Wilson, Work-Based Learning Coordinator for Centralina Workforce Services. Deborah Brower and Carl Larson, Centralina WDB Board Members were also present.
For decades, Mooresville has been known for nationally attention in the NASCAR industry and rapid business success. With this in mind, the Chamber's overarching theme was, "Racing into the Future." The Mooresville-South Iredell Chamber which was established in 1916, has seen successful businesses, entrepreneurs, citizens, and leadership in the Mooresville community. For years, the Chamber has held an annual business luncheon while recognizing community excellence during award presentations.
Kirk Ballard, President of the Mooresville-South Iredell Chamber of Commerce
opened the luncheon by giving successful county statistics and later recognized present dignitaries who were seated in the audience. The Board of Directors recognized Jeff Shoe with Mooresville Ford and the 2015 Board Chairman. John Dodson with the NASCAR Technical Institute (UTI), the new Board Chairman, and Vice Chair of the Economic Development Commission also provided comments.
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Juanita Norman receiving the Women in Leadership Award from Sara Haire Tice
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The morning continued with a wealth of award presentations. To start the award program, Juanita Norman, Career Connections Coordinator at the Goodwill Workforce Development Center in Statesville, and Centralina WDB partner received the Sara Haire Tice Women in Leadership Award presented by Ms. Tice, Former Chair of the Iredell County Board of Commissioners. Other awards were giving throughout the morning by Randy Marion of Randy Marion Chevrolet who presented the Ambassador of the Year Award to J.D. Chamberlain, retired former editor of the Mooresville Tribune. Randy Welch, of Duke Energy Carolinas presented the Duke Energy Service Award to the Welcome Home Veterans Coffee Shop. Jeff Shoe with Mooresville Ford, presented the Mooresville Ford Entrepreneurial Award which was given to John Walsh, President and CEO of SightSpan Inc., and the MSI presented the Business Person of the Year award to Steve Dailey, President of NGK Cermaics USA and Citizen of the Year award which went to Dave Phillips, Co-Owner of Anchor Security & Locksmith and retired US Navy.
In addition to the award presentations, guest was able to hear from keynote speakers who has made a major impact and contribution to motorsports in Mooresville and Iredell County. The panel discussion focused on various companies, highlighting the jobs and the impact Motorsports businesses have in the region.
The following individuals were a part of the panel discussion:
- Kelley Earnhardt Miller, General Manager of JR Motorsports and sister of Dale Earnhardt Jr.
- Doug Yates, leader of Roush Yates Engines, and CEO.
- Tim Cindric, President of Penske Performance Racing and Operations.
- Winston Kelley, Executive Director of the NASCAR Hall of Fame.
On the behalf of the Centralina Workforce Development Board, Centralina WDB staff, and Centralina Workforce Services team, congratulations to the Mooresville-South Iredell Chamber of Commerce for a century of success! For more information on the Chamber, visit
www.centralinaworks.com
for the link to the Mooresville-South Iredell Chamber of Commerce website.
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Rowan County Career Connection Center Celebrates Grand Re-Opening
It's a new day, it's a fresh new start at 1923 South Main Street in Salisbury.
Goodwill Industries of Northwest North Carolinas made significant renovations to its
Rowan County Career Connection Center which started late last year. On Wednesday, January 20, 2016, the organization celebrated by holding a grand reopening which featured a ribbon-cutting and open house to showcase the new expansion, newest services, and programs available to the public.
 As many Rowan County partners entered the facility, they were able to see the added extension to the Center. The extension included, two additional conference rooms, a new breakroom, and one computer lab. The new additions will allow for new training space, meeting space for partner events and meetings, and class space for Rowan-Cabarrus Community College instructors. The location also expanded space for veterans' services and job fairs as well. It doesn't stop there. The environment has become a slight bit brighter when it comes to appeal adding new paint, carpet, ceiling tile, and signage.
"This building really solidifies our presences in Rowan County," said
Art Gibel, President and CEO of Goodwill of Northwest North Carolina.
 For many years, the Career Connection Center has been known for their resources, orientation, and one-on-one job coaching assistance. With the new renovations, the Center has also enhanced the services it provides including:
- Project Re-entry: providing transition services for ex-offenders
- Operation: GoodJobs: offering employment services and resources for veterans and their families
- Career Connections: helping people find employment and offering resources for employers.
During the ceremony,
Rosa Adkins, Center Manager, talked about the success of participates who enter the doors. At the conclusion of her speech, she thanked the partnerships and support of the community.
"We're so happy to take advantage of the classroom space here," said
Molly Cline, Program Manager at Rowan-Cabarrus Community College. "We're able to give one-on-one attention to our clients with the help of Goodwill Career Connection, and I'm thankful for the partnership."
Salisbury City Councilmen spoke at the conclusion of the ceremony saying this Center has brought hope to the county and its because of the passion of the staff at the Center and its community partners.
The Centralina Workforce Development Board and the NCWorks Career Center-Rowan are both very thankful for the strong partnership with the Goodwill Career Connection over the years. We look forward to serving the residents of Rowan County in conjunction with the Goodwill Career Connection for many more years to come.
For more information about the Rowan County Goodwill Career Connection contact, Rosa Adkins, Center Manager at 704-638-6434 or
radkins@goodwillnwn.org or visit
www.centralinaworks.com for the link to the Rowan County Goodwill Career Connection.
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Centralina WDB Staff Provides Message of Success for Anson High School Youth Career Connect (YCC) Academy Students
Over 165 electrified students filled the gymnasium bleachers of Anson High School on Friday, January 8, 2016. After enjoying a long holiday break, leaders at Anson High thought it would be a great idea to have a motivational speaker energize the students apart of the Youth Career Connect (YCC) Academy prior to taking the North Carolina finals and end of course exams. With this in mind, Rusty Baldwin, Career Development Coordinator at YCC thought of Solomon McAuley, Centralina WDB Youth Specialist whom he met at a meeting earlier in the year while speaking to a YCC class. Baldwin was highly impressed with McAuley's enthusiasm, wisdom, confident but humble demeanor and felt he would be the perfect speaker for the students at YCC.
 During McAuley's speech, students express how drawn and engaged they were during his presentation.
"The message I really wanted to leave with them is with every decision comes consequences," McAuley said. "I wanted them to know it's important to develop the true leadership inside of them. I also wanted them to know that success looks different for everyone and it's important to know in life your values does not change but your challenges do, but only to develop character," he added.
 Students in the YCC program within Anson High School are students who apply to participate. The students then select a career pathway that provides relevance, college credit, career exposure, internships, along with testing and earning industry credentials in their selected pathways. McAuley talked to the students about being serious about their goals in life and to work hard and have fun later.
"He was awesome and very well received by students and teachers," Baldwin said. "His message of taking on responsibilities in life with a serious attitude was on target and exactly what students needed to hear."
As the speech came to an end, every student in the Anson High School gymnasium uttered an encouraging chant led by McAuley, which left the students feeling they can take on anything that comes their way if they keep the right attitude.
"Mr. McAuley managed to touch the minds, souls, and hearts of the students of YCC," Baldwin said. "Mr. McAuley truly impacted each child through the power of his words and the next week, the students did very well on their exams and it's simply because of the power of positivity."
The Centralina Workforce Development Board and the NEXGEN Council are both proud of all of the students of the YCC Academy. The Board and the NEXGEN Council are grateful for the partnership and hard work of all the staff at Anson High School and the YCC. For more information regarding the NEXGEN Council, contact Solomon McAuley, at
smcauley@centralina.org
or 704-348-2725 or visit
www.centralinaworks.com
for the link to NEXGEN services and partnerships in the region.
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Car-Mel Products Moves to Statesville Employing 30 Jobs
Car-Mel Products
, a company who specializes in the creation of apparel labels is opening a new manufacturing facility in Statesville. The company recently purchased an existing 78,500 square foot building at 2205 Mocaro Drive and plans to employ 30 individuals by the end of 2016.
Car-Mel Products, a customer of Centralina Workforce Development Board's On-the-Job Training (OJT) services, was founded in 2009. The company was formed when two long-established retail identification leaders came together as one. Since Donwalt Industries and Fabrifoil both merged, Car-Mel Products has been known for their printed and woven labels, hang tags, woven edge tape, slit fabric, and hot stamp foils.
On February 4, 2016, the Statesville Regional Development will hold a ceremony at Car-Mel's new facility in Statesville which will be opened to the public. The Centralina Workforce Development Board is proud of the company's new facility and look forward to a great 2016.
For more information on this new development in Statesville, contact Michael Smith at 704-871-0062 or visit
www.centralinaworks.com
for the link to Statesville Regional Development.
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Gordon Foods Officially Opens New Facility in Kannapolis
In October 2014,
Gordon Food Service announced that they would develop a $58 million food distribution center in Kannapolis. The new 300,000 square-foot Gordon Food Service facility celebrated its grand opening on January 12, 2016 with
Governor Pat McCrory and
Kannapolis Mayor Darrell Hinnant in attendance. The company opened the distribution center in the Afton Ridge Business Park on Glen Afton Boulevard off Kannapolis Parkway.
"This grand opening by Gordon Food Service is another example of how our improvements to North Carolina's business climate and workforce development are helping our state recruit and retain jobs," said McCrory according to the Independent Tribune.
The company distributes food products to restaurants and other food service operations across the U.S. and Canada. The distribution center in Kannapolis currently employs more than 75 individuals and projects to employ over 270 people within five years.
Recently the NCWorks Career Center-Cabarrus hosted a hiring event for Gordon Foods at the Center in Concord.
"Our Employment Team was very instrumental in setting up space for them and we currently have 16 On-the-Job Training positions posted for them," said
Gary Mason, Center Leader at the NCWorks Career Center-Cabarrus.
Employee salaries are projected to vary by job function and experience, however, the total annual payroll for the new jobs is expected to be $12.3 million, according to a press release. The family owned business who has been around for four generations has 13,000 employees.
Right now, Gordon Food Service is the fourth-largest food distribution center in the U.S. The business currently operates more than 170 Gordon Food Service Marketplace retail stores in the U.S. Kannapolis will be the company's first presence in North Carolina. Officials also say, the company is the county's 34th largest private company.
The company has 24 distribution centers in North America. There are 17 distribution centers in the U.S. including the new facility in Kannapolis.
"Kannapolis is a great fit for Gordon Food Service," said
Gordon Food Service CEO Jim Gordon. "It's a vibrant area with a strong workforce and talent pool."
Please continue to look to the Centralina Workforce Development Board's monthly e-newsletters for more developments in the region.
Mitchell Gold Company to Employ 25 at New Statesville Facility
On December 29, 2015 Mitchell Gold Co., a residential and commercial furniture manufacturer and retailer announced that it will be opening a warehouse and distribution facility in Statesville in early 2016. The business bought an existing 310,000 square foot building at 125 CommScope Way in the northwest quadrant of the city.
Mitchell Gold Co. expects to employ 25 people in Phase I of the project, with additional positions potentially added when the business grows in the future. The Taylorsville, NC based company was founded in 1989 and operates as Mitchell Gold + Bob Williams. The company currently manufactures slipcovered and tailored upholstery in fabric and leather including sleepers, sectionals, chairs, beds, ottomans, and dining chairs. The company also offers case goods, lighting, rugs, bed linens, accessories, and artwork at its 16 Mitchell Gold + Bob Williams Signature Stores and at home furnishings specialty stores and national chains.
"We are excited about the expansion of Mitchell Gold + Bob Williams into Statesville," said Statesville Mayor Costi Kutteh. "The new jobs, purchase of city utilities and confidence in our community should be appreciated by all of us. We have enjoyed working with them as they expand their successful business and look forward to their being our newest corporate citizen."
The Centralina Workforce Development Board would like to congratulate the organization and Iredell County with the new expansion. For more information on this development, contact Michael Smith at 704-871-0062 or visit
www.centralinaworks.com
for the link to Statesville Regional Development.
Steel Tube Inc. Expands in Statesville - Adding 50 Jobs
Steel Tube Inc
., located in Iredell County, plans to expand production within the next month adding 50 jobs according to owner Leon Rives. About 40,000 square feet will also be added to the 70,000-square-foot building located at 170 marble Road in Statesville.
Currently, the company employs about 45 full and part-time employees in manufacturing and customer service. Steel Tube Inc. is known to transform steel into various types of tubing used in everything from car ports to grocery carts to bed frames, and later ships the tubing across the U.S.
The growth of the company is partly due to the low price of steel at the moment, which means the company can produce more at a lower cost. Steel Tube's second 40,000-square-location at 264 Commerce Blvd. in Statesville, will close following the building expansion. The building space mainly serves as a warehouse Rives said.
Please continue to look to the Centralina Workforce Development Board's monthly e-newsletter for more exciting stories.
200 Manufacturing Jobs Coming to Concord
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ETS Express, Inc
., a family owned business based in southern California that produces drinkware products, is expanding its operations into Concord, and look to create 200 manufacturing and warehousing jobs over the next 18 months.
The company will be residing in a 152,000 square foot building that is off of Derita Road near the Amazon building. The buildings are part of a $22 million speculative building phase created by the Silverman Group.
 LeeAnn Nixon, Existing Industry Specialist for Cabarrus Economic Development
stated that this project is important to Cabarrus County to attract businesses like ETS Express.
"It is very important that we have the developers adding available buildings. This one, as you can see, they were looking for a new East Coast location and they knew they wanted to be in the Carolinas in the Charlotte region and by being able to find that product...they were able to identify this as a good area for them to grow," Nixon said.
The company will now occupy the building while developing an East Coast presence. In fact, the company already has 30 to 40 employees working in the new facility Nixon said. The new space has combined office spaces and production and warehouse space, in which the company can grow in the region.
"The new facility will substantially increase ETS Express' decorating and distribution capacity and play a significant role in supplying its products to its loyal customers shipping to the Midwest, Northwest, and South regions of the U.S.," according to a press release from the company. "This will provide shorter shipping times and much lower freight costs than products shipping from its West Coast facilities in Oxnard, California."
The company is expected to double its current production capacity by the middle to end of 2016.
For more information regarding this project visit,
www.etsexpress.com
or
www.centralinaworks.com
for the link to Cabarrus Economic Development.
Dr. Daron "Chip" Buckwell Named Kannapolis City Schools
On Monday, January 11, 2016, the Kannapolis City Board of Education voted unanimously to name Dr. Daron "Chip" Buckwell as Superintendent of Kannapolis City Schools. Dr. Buckwell has been serving as the interim superintendent since October 2015. Chip has been a friend of the Centralina Workforce Development Board since the mid-1980s when we worked with a JTPA summer youth employment program in Cabarrus County funded by the Centralina WDB.
Although Dr. Buckwell's contract has not been finalized, he is humbled and honored with the board's decision and is very excited about the future. "I believe in the staff we have, I believe in our kids, I believe in our community," said Dr. Buckwell. "It's a great opportunity for me," he added.
Kannapolis City Schools Board Chairman Todd Adams
recently said many people respect Dr. Buckwell and they appreciate the effort he puts in towards the students and community. Dr. Buckwell has been with Kannapolis City Schools since 1985. He began his career as an athletic trainer and teacher which led him up the education chain. He has worked as a teacher, drop-out prevention coordinator, director of student services, director of testing, principal and assistant superintendent. While the principal at Kannapolis Middle School, he was named Kannapolis City Schools Principal of the Year after leading KMS to high or expected growth for 5 consecutive years. Dr. Buckwell later began his career as the assistant superintendent for Kannapolis City Schools in January 2013.
He holds bachelor's and master's degrees from Appalachian State University and earned his graduate license as school principal from the University of North Carolina at Charlotte. He also holds a doctor of education degree in school administration and instruction from Nova Southeastern University.
The Centralina Workforce Development Board would like to congratulate Dr. Daron "Chip" Buckwell on this major milestone. We look forward to continuing our great working relationship with the entire Kannapolis City Schools System. For more information on Kannapolis City Schools, please visit
www.centralinaworks.com
and click on the link for Kannapolis City Schools.
Lynn Edwards Steps Down as Anson Chamber Director
 The Anson County Chamber of Commerce announced on January 11, 2016 that Lynn Edwards will be resigning her position as director of the Anson County Chamber of Commerce in February. Edwards has served as the Chamber's director for 10 years and will be moving on to new opportunities. Her resignation will go into effect on February 5, 2016.
"I hope to stay in Anson and use my skills and talents right here to continue doing the efforts I've done here at the Chamber to continue to do work for the betterment of the county," Edwards said according to The Anson Record.
During her tenure, Edwards has worked with a vast amount of projects such as the Anson County Magazine, the Chamber's Annual Big Game Hunt, the Chamber's Web calendar, and much more.
In Edward's time as Executive Director, she has developed and maintained ongoing relationships with key community, business, and governmental leaders and because of her high level of integrity, is called upon for her opinion on critical community issues," said Richard B. Allen, Anson Chamber of Commerce Board Chairman.
The Centralina Workforce Development Board would like to thank Edward's for all of the hard work at the Anson County Chamber of Commerce. Lynn has also served as a member of the NCWorks Career Center-Anson Partners group for many years. The Centralina Workforce Development Board is proud to partner with the Chamber and wish Lynn Edwards the very best in her future endeavors. For more information on the Anson County Chamber of Commerce, visit
www.centralinaworks.com
and click on the link for the Chamber.
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