In the 2021 study, Concord saw a 12.60% change in population over the last 5 years and a 13.33% change in the number of business establishments. Its 5-year housing growth rate is 16.72% and August 2021 unemployment rate was 4.0%. Concord received the highest ranking in North Carolina.

The State Trade Expansion Program is specifically designed to help small businesses in North Carolina with costs associated with international trade.

Qualifying exporters are eligible for up to $24,000 in reimbursements for international business building activities like trade show participation, website localization and export assistance.

This Friday, November 19 is the FINAL DAY TO APPLY for assistance through the Cabarrus Recovery Grants Small Business Support Program.

Small businesses that can demonstrate reduced revenue through 2019 and 2020 documentation may be eligible for a one-time grant of up to $10,000.

Join us on December 8 at 12pm for an information-packed Lunch & Learn presented by the North Carolina Employee Ownership Center (NCEOC). The NCEOC provides education around Employee Stock Ownership Plans, worker cooperatives, and Employee Ownership Trusts as strong exit options that also preserve jobs and community impacts.

HR staff and anyone else at your company who may benefit from this information are invited to attend. This is a free event and lunch is sponsored by Duke Energy.

Carvana in Concord, NC is hiring entry level and experienced Parts Associates. Job benefits include:

-- $500 sign-on bonus

-- $15-$16 per hour

-- 1st & 2nd shifts available

-- Company paid healthcare

-- Paid time off

-- Overtime available

Currently, there are 40 active projects, with 8 of those added in the month of October 2021.

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