CHARLOTTE REGIONAL PARTNERSHIP
INVESTORS DIRECTORY
September 2015
Business on the rise
For information on becoming an investor, contact :
Ronnie Bryant, [email protected] or
704-347-8942
Charlotte Regional Partnership
Investor Directory
Please patronize the Charlotte Regional Partnership investors listed in this directory who are committed to creating and maintaining a strong regional
economy by supporting the Charlotte Regional Partnership.
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Accounting and Taxes
Advertising/Public Relations
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Banking/Financial
Business Services
Communications
Construction
Consulting/Business
Development
Distribution
Economic Development
Education
Employment Services
Engineering/Architecture
Entertainment
Equipment
Event Planning
Financial Services
Furniture
Health Care
Hospitality/Hotels
Information Technology
Insurance Firm
Investment Management
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Manufacturing
Marketing
Media
Real Estate, Commercial
Real Estate, Residential
Research and Development
Retail
Restaurants
Translation Services
Transportation
Utilities
Venture Capital
Film execs discussed Charlotte USA film and television production in front of a sell-out crowd at Johnson & Wales University. Panelists were: (l-r) Jonathan Tropper, “Banshee” co-creator and executive producer, and internationally bestselling author and screenplay writ-er; Michael Klick, award-winning producer of Showtime’s hit TV show “Homeland” and Fox’s “24;” Robert Phillips, producer for “Banshee,” network miniseries and feature films; Gary Wheeler, multi-award winning international filmmaker, founder and president of N.C.-based Level Path Productions; and George Cochran, founder of the Digital Film program at Central Piedmont Community College. The Charlotte Regional Film Commission, a division of the Charlotte Regional Partnership, hosted the event.
Within these pages, you will find information on companies that are making an investment in our region’s economic vitality. These Charlotte Regional Partnership investors understand the importance of the work we do in marketing the assets of our 16-county, two-state region: Alexander, Anson, Cabarrus, Catawba, Cleveland, Gaston, Iredell, Lincoln, Mecklenburg, Rowan, Stanly and Union counties in North Carolina and Chester, Chesterfield, Lancaster and York counties in South Carolina. Their investments increase our opportunities to generate qualified projects that spur capital commitment and create new jobs. A nonprofit, public/private organization, the Charlotte Regional Partnership leverages regional economic development resources for long-term growth. Our business development activities expand the tax base of state and local governments within the Charlotte region and create increased employment and business prospects. By creating a vibrant regional business climate, we can help provide your organization with the environment it needs to thrive. This Charlotte Regional Partnership Investor Directory is organized by business category; by private-sector companies in alpha order, including contact information and a short company or organization overview; and by public-sector investors in alpha order. It is available online at www.charlotteusa.com, or as a downloadable PDF. It also is included on a Charlotte USA/Charlotte Regional Partnership branded USB drive, along with informational videos and other collateral material that we use to market our region to clients and introduce the Partnership to potential investors. Please support the businesses in this directory. By investing in the Charlotte Regional Partnership, they are investing in our region – and in the prosperity of companies like yours. If you have any questions or would like additional information, please contact us at 704-347-8942. A wealth of regional economic data is at charlotteusa.com. Sincerely,
Ronnie L. Bryant, CEcD, FM, HLM President & CEO
Charlotte Regional Partnership Investors
A Home on the Go Corporate Suites
Hospitality / Hotels
Aberdeen Carolina & Western Railway Company
Transportation
Adams Beverages of North Carolina, LLC
Distribution
Adams Outdoor Advertising Advertising / Public Relations
Affiniti Intermediary Consulting Business Services
AIG Banking/Financial
Alfred Williams & Company Business Services
Allen Tate Relocation and Corporate Services
Real Estate - Residential
Alliance Consulting Engineers Engineering / Architecture
American Airlines Transportation
America's Capital Partners Real Estate - Commercial
Apple Rock Displays Advertising / Public Relations
AREVA Engineering / Architecture
Ascension Insurance, Inc. Insurance Firm
AT&T North Carolina Communications
Bank of America Banking/Financial
BB&T Banking/Financial
BBVA Compass Banking/Financial
Charlotte Regional Partnership Investors
Beacon Partners Real Estate - Commercial
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Carolinas Realty
Real Estate - Residential
Bissell Companies Real Estate - Commercial
BLT Steakhouse Restaurants
Blumenthal Performing Arts Center Entertainment
Bojangles' Restaurants, Inc. Restaurants
Bouk Management-Comedy Zone Entertainment
C4CS, LLC Business Services
Cardinal Real Estate Partners, LLC Real Estate - Commercial
Carolina CAT Equipment
Carolina Panthers Entertainment
Carolinas HealthCare System Health Care
Carolinas HealthCare System Lincoln
Health Care
CaroMont Health Health Care
CBRE Group Inc. Real Estate - Commercial
Celgard LLC Manufacturing
Central Piedmont Community College
Education
Charlotte Business Journal Media
Charlotte Regional Partnership Investors
Charlotte City Club Entertainment
Charlotte Douglas International Airport
Transportation
Charlotte Knights Entertainment
Charlotte Motor Speedway Entertainment
Charlotte Region Commercial Board of Realtors
Real Estate - Commercial
Charlotte Regional Visitors Authority
Hospitality / Hotels
Charlotte Sports Foundation Entertainment
Chase Commercial Banking Banking/Financial
Chester County Natural Gas Authority
Utilities
Chicago Bridge & Iron Engineering / Architecture
Childress Klein Properties Real Estate - Commercial
CohnReznick Accounting & Taxes
Commercial Works Business Services
Compass Group, North America Hospitality / Hotels
Crescent Communities, LLC Real Estate - Commercial
Darton Group Consulting Business Services
Del Frisco's Steak House Restaurants
Doubletree Guest Suites/Charlotte-SouthPark
Hospitality / Hotels
Charlotte Regional Partnership Investors
Duke Energy Carolinas Utilities
ECS Carolinas, LLP Engineering / Architecture
ElectriCities of North Carolina, Inc. Utilities
Elliott Davis Decosimo Accounting & Taxes
Embassy Suites Charlotte-Concord Golf Resort and Spa
Hospitality / Hotels
Enterprise Holdings Transportation
Eric Mower and Associates Advertising / Public Relations
F&M Bank Banking/Financial
Falfurrias Capital Partners Investment Management
Fifth Third Bank Banking/Financial
FileVault USA Business Services
First Tennessee Bank Banking/Financial
FLICK Studios Business Services
Food Lion, LLC Retail
G. Marshall Johnson & Associates Consulting/Business Development
Garfinkel Immigration Law Firm Law Firm
General Microcircuits, Inc. Manufacturing
GreerWalker, LLP Accounting & Taxes
Charlotte Regional Partnership Investors
Halcyon Flavors from the Earth Restaurants
Hampton Inn & Suites SouthPark at Phillips Place
Hospitality / Hotels
Hilton Charlotte Center City Hospitality / Hotels
Hines Charlotte Plaza, LP Real Estate - Commercial
Hire Dynamics Employment Services
Holiday Inn Charlotte - Center City Hospitality / Hotels
Hood Hargett Breakfast Club Consulting/Business Development
Hornets Sports & Entertainment Entertainment
IMR/Magellan Idea Center Consulting/Business Development
Integra Staffing, LLC Employment Services
JLL Real Estate - Commercial
Johnson & Wales University Education
Johnson C. Smith University Education
K&L Gates, LLP Law Firm
Keller USA, Inc Manufacturing
Kelso Communications Advertising / Public Relations
KPMG, LLP Accounting & Taxes
Lancaster & Chester Railroad LLC Transportation
Charlotte Regional Partnership Investors
Lancaster County Natural Gas Authority
Utilities
Langford de Kock LLP Accounting & Taxes
Lincoln Harris Real Estate - Commercial
Linet Americas Health Care
Little Diversified Architectural Consulting
Engineering / Architecture
Lowe's Companies Inc. Retail
Luquire George Andrews Advertising / Public Relations
Magellan Group Transportation
Manpower Employment Services
MBDi - Mastering Business Development, Inc.
Consulting/Business Development
McGladrey LLP Accounting & Taxes
McGriff, Seibels & Williams, Inc. Insurance Firm
Media Arts Collective 330, LLC Media
Microsoft Information Technology
Miles-McClellan Construction Co., Inc.
Construction
MSS Solutions, LLC Construction
My City Hosts Event Planning
NASCAR Entertainment
Charlotte Regional Partnership Investors
NASCAR Productions Media
NC Research Campus/Castle & Cooke
Research and Development
NC Sustainable Energy Association Energy
Neighboring Concepts Engineering / Architecture
Nexsen Pruet, PLLC Law Firm
No Borders Consulting Consulting/Business Development
Novant Health Health Care
Nucor Corporation Manufacturing
Occasions Catering Entertainment
Opera Carolina Entertainment
Packard Place Real Estate - Commercial
Pappas Properties LLC Real Estate - Commercial
Paragon Commercial Bank Banking/Financial
Park Sterling Bank Banking/Financial
Parker Poe Law Firm
Parkway Properties Real Estate - Commercial
Parsons Corporation Engineering / Architecture
Percival McGuire Commercial Real Estate Brokerage
Real Estate - Commercial
Charlotte Regional Partnership Investors
Pharr Yarns Manufacturing
Piedmont Natural Gas Utilities
Pike Electric, LLC Construction
PNC Bank Banking/Financial
Premier Sotheby's International Realty
Real Estate - Residential
ProShred Business Services
PSNC Energy Utilities
Queen City Helicopter Corporation Transportation
Queens University of Charlotte Education
Regions Bank Banking/Financial
Regus Real Estate - Commercial
Rodgers Builders Construction
Samet Corporation Construction
Shelco, Inc. Construction
Sherpa Employment Services
SKC Communications Business Services
Snyder's-Lance Distribution
Sockwell Partners Employment Services
Charlotte Regional Partnership Investors
Sonitrol Security Services, Inc. Business Services
South Carolina Power Team Utilities
SteelFab, Inc. Construction
Stewart Engineering / Architecture
Stone Laurel Information Technology
SunCap Property Group Real Estate - Commercial
SunTrust Bank Banking/Financial
TCG Events Event Planning
Technocom Business Services
The Charlotte Destination Group Event Planning
The Charlotte Observer Media
The Club at Longview Entertainment
The Garland Company, Inc. Construction
The Keith Corporation Real Estate - Commercial
The Knox Group Real Estate - Commercial
The Ritz-Carlton, Charlotte Hospitality / Hotels
The Springs Company Manufacturing
The University of North Carolina at Charlotte
Education
Charlotte Regional Partnership Investors
Throwing Words LLC Business Services
Time Warner Cable Business Class Communications
Truliant Federal Credit Union Banking/Financial
URS Corporation Engineering / Architecture
Wells Fargo Banking/Financial
Wilkinson ERA Real Estate Real Estate - Residential
Windshear Engineering / Architecture
Womble Carlyle Sandridge & Rice, PLLC
Law Firm
World Affairs Council of Charlotte Education
WSOC TV Media
Charlotte Regional Partnership List of Investors by CategoryAccounting & TaxesCohnReznickElliott Davis DecosimoGreerWalker, LLPKPMG, LLPLangford de Kock LLPMcGladrey LLP
Advertising / Public Relations
Adams Outdoor AdvertisingApple Rock DisplaysEric Mower and AssociatesKelso CommunicationsLuquire George Andrews
Banking/FinancialAIGBB&TBBVA CompassBank of AmericaChase Commercial BankingF&M BankFifth Third BankFirst Tennessee BankPNC BankParagon Commercial BankPark Sterling BankRegions BankSunTrust BankTruliant Federal Credit UnionWells Fargo
Business ServicesAffiniti Intermediary ConsultingAlfred Williams & CompanyC4CS, LLCCommercial WorksDarton Group ConsultingFLICK StudiosFileVault USAProShredSKC CommunicationsSonitrol Security Services, Inc.TechnocomThrowing Words LLC
Charlotte Regional Partnership List of Investors by CategoryBusiness Services…
CommunicationsAT&T North CarolinaTime Warner Cable Business Class
ConstructionMSS Solutions, LLCMiles-McClellan Construction Co., Inc.Pike Electric, LLCRodgers BuildersSamet CorporationShelco, Inc.SteelFab, Inc.The Garland Company, Inc.
Consulting/Business…
G. Marshall Johnson & AssociatesHood Hargett Breakfast ClubIMR/Magellan Idea CenterMBDi - Mastering Business Development, Inc.No Borders Consulting
DistributionAdams Beverages of North Carolina, LLCSnyder's-Lance
EducationCentral Piedmont Community CollegeJohnson & Wales UniversityJohnson C. Smith UniversityQueens University of CharlotteThe University of North Carolina at CharlotteWorld Affairs Council of Charlotte
Employment ServicesHire DynamicsIntegra Staffing, LLCManpowerSherpa
Charlotte Regional Partnership List of Investors by CategoryEmployment Services…
Sockwell Partners
EnergyNC Sustainable Energy Association
Engineering / ArchitectureAREVAAlliance Consulting EngineersChicago Bridge & IronECS Carolinas, LLPLittle Diversified Architectural ConsultingNeighboring ConceptsParsons CorporationStewartURS CorporationWindshear
EntertainmentBlumenthal Performing Arts CenterBouk Management-Comedy ZoneCarolina PanthersCharlotte City ClubCharlotte KnightsCharlotte Motor SpeedwayCharlotte Sports FoundationHornets Sports & EntertainmentNASCAROccasions CateringOpera CarolinaThe Club at Longview
EquipmentCarolina CAT
Event PlanningMy City HostsTCG EventsThe Charlotte Destination Group
Charlotte Regional Partnership List of Investors by CategoryHealth CareCaroMont HealthCarolinas HealthCare System LincolnCarolinas Healthcare SystemLinet AmericasNovant Health
Hospitality / HotelsA Home on the Go Corporate SuitesCharlotte Regional Visitors AuthorityCompass Group, North AmericaDoubletree Guest Suites/Charlotte-SouthParkEmbassy Suites Charlotte-Concord Golf Resort and SpaHampton Inn & Suites SouthPark at Phillips PlaceHilton Charlotte Center CityHoliday Inn Charlotte - Center CityThe Ritz-Carlton, Charlotte
Information TechnologyMicrosoftStone Laurel
Insurance FirmAscension Insurance, Inc.McGriff, Seibels & Williams, Inc.
Investment ManagementFalfurrias Capital Partners
Law FirmGarfinkel Immigration Law FirmK&L Gates, LLPNexsen Pruet, PLLCParker PoeWomble Carlyle Sandridge & Rice, PLLC
ManufacturingCelgard LLCGeneral Microcircuits, Inc.Keller USA, IncNucor CorporationPharr Yarns
Charlotte Regional Partnership List of Investors by CategoryManufacturing (continued)The Springs Company
MediaCharlotte Business JournalMedia Arts Collective 330, LLCNASCAR ProductionsThe Charlotte ObserverWSOC TV
Real Estate - CommercialAmerica's Capital PartnersBeacon PartnersBissell CompaniesCBRE Group Inc.Cardinal Real Estate Partners, LLCCharlotte Region Commercial Board of RealtorsChildress Klein PropertiesCrescent Communities, LLCHines Charlotte Plaza, LPJLLLincoln HarrisPackard PlacePappas Properties LLCParkway PropertiesPercival McGuire Commercial Real Estate BrokerageRegusSunCap Property GroupThe Keith CorporationThe Knox Group
Real Estate - ResidentialAllen Tate Relocation and Corporate ServicesBerkshire Hathaway HomeServices Carolinas RealtyPremier Sotheby's International RealtyWilkinson ERA Real Estate
Research and DevelopmentNC Research Campus/Castle & Cooke
RestaurantsBLT SteakhouseBojangles' Restaurants, Inc.Del Frisco's Steak House
Charlotte Regional Partnership List of Investors by CategoryRestaurants (continued)Halcyon Flavors from the Earth
RetailFood Lion, LLCLowe's Companies Inc.
TransportationAberdeen Carolina & Western Railway CompanyAmerican AirlinesCharlotte Douglas International AirportEnterprise HoldingsLancaster & Chester Railroad LLCMagellan GroupQueen City Helicopter Corporation
UtilitiesChester County Natural Gas AuthorityDuke Energy CarolinasElectriCities of North Carolina, Inc.Lancaster County Natural Gas AuthorityPSNC EnergyPiedmont Natural GasSouth Carolina Power Team
Accounting & Taxes
CohnReznick
www.cohnreznick.com
704-837-7381
Joseph A. Wallace
Reznick Group is a top 20 national accounting, tax and business advisory firm. Well known forour depth of knowledge in real estate and tax credit services, we also serve a wide range ofindustries that include government, financial services, nonprofits, professional services,renewable energy and technology.
Charlotte, NC 28202
525 North Tryon St. Suite 1000
Elliott Davis Decosimo
www.elliottdavis.com
704-333-8881
Jim Hazel
Founded in 1925, Elliott Davis, PLLC is one of the largest accounting, tax and consulting servicesfirms in the Southeast and ranks among the top 60 CPA firms in the U.S. With 10 offices andmore than 400 employees, the firm provides clients across a wide range of industries with smart,customized solutions and its people with rewarding opportunities. Visit www.elliottdavis.com.
Charlotte, NC 28202
700 East Morehead Street…
GreerWalker, LLP
www.greerwalker.com
704-377-0239
Gunda Knese
Charlotte, NC 28202
227 West Trade Street, Suite 1100
KPMG, LLP
www.kpmg.com
704-335-5300
John Switzer
KPMG LLP and its network of Member Firms (collectively 'KPMG') comprise a global network ofprofessional firms providing audit, tax, and advisory services operating in 155 countries andemploying more than 155,000 people. Our U.S. member firm, known as KPMG LLP, traces itsorigins all the way back to 1897 and became a limited liability partnership in 1994. As a leadingprofessional services firm, KPMG LLP has more than 24,000 partners and professionals providingservices throughout all 50 states.
Charlotte, NC 28202
550 S. Tryon Street, Suite 3200
Langford de Kock LLP
http://www.roedl.com/us
704-376-2145
Steve Cooper
Langford de Kock LLP focuses on providing the highest level of professional services to foreign-owned, mainly German-speaking, businesses located in the U.S. The company focuses on auditand other attest services, accounting assistance, tax consulting and tax compliance services,business consulting and business process outsourcing services. Langford de Kock LLP, a memberof Roedl & Partner in Germany, has 2,350 colleagues in 71 locations in the majority of keyindustrial and economic areas of the world. Our U.S. staff and partner group includes foreignnationals who are fluent in Afrikaans, Chinese, Danish, Dutch, Farsi, German, Italian, Japanese,Korean and Spanish, and who are able to address international tax or financial accounting andauditing.
Charlotte, NC 28202
121 West Trade Street, Suite 2850
McGladrey LLP
mcgladrey.com
704-367-6250
Brandon Rucker
McGladrey is a leading provider of assurance, tax, and consulting services focused on the middlemarket. We guide our clients through complex business challenges by understanding their needsand bringing together the right team to address them. With more than 7,000 people in morethan 75 U.S. cities and access to more than 32,000 people in 100 countries through ourmembership in RSM International, we can meet your needs wherever in the world you dobusiness.
Charlotte, NC 28210
4725 Piedmont Row Drive Suite 300
Advertising / Public Relations
Adams Outdoor Advertising
adamsoutdoor.com
704-373-1700
Jeannine Dodson
Adams Outdoor Advertising is the largest privately held – and the fourth largest overall – outdooradvertising company in the U.S. The company's mission is simple: to reinvent the medium knownas Outdoor to prove that it is more powerful than anyone has imagined. Adams focuses onmedium-sized markets where it is the leading provider of comprehensive Outdoor services. Thecompany offers clients professional account executives, local creative designers, state-of-the-artproduction facilities and dynamic business development staffs. Adams develops creative ideasand displays to advertise customers' products or services, providing detailed local marketresearch and exposure to potential opportunities through Outdoor.
Charlotte, NC 28206
1134 N. Graham Street
Apple Rock Displays
www.applerock.com
704-332-8903
Sherry Cox
Since 1988, Apple Rock has partnered with more than 14,000 customers worldwide, helpingthem maximize their strategic event marketing programs.
Charlotte, NC 28203
2020 S. Tryon Street, Suite 2A
Eric Mower and Associates
www.mower.com
704-375-0123
Matt Ferguson
Eric Mower and Associates is one of the top 20 independent agencies in the U.S. The only agencynationally ranked in all four marketing disciplines of advertising, PR, promotion and B2Bmarketing, Eric Mower also has strong digital/web/social capabilities. In addition to Charlotte, themarketing communications agency has offices in Albany, Buffalo, Rochester and Syracuse, N.Y.;Atlanta; and Los Angeles. Eric Mower specializes in financial services, energy and sustainability,real estate, building & construction, health care, restaurant and retail, graphic communications –and marketing to moms.
Charlotte, NC 28203
1001 Morehead Square Drive, Suite 500
Kelso Communications
http://kelso-communications.com
704-919-0034
Marcie Oberndorf Kelso
Charlotte, NC 28203
2108 South Blvd. #101
Luquire George Andrews
www.lga-advertising.com
704-552-6565
Steve Luquire
Luquire George Andrews (LGA) was founded in 1984 and is now one of the Carolinas' premieradvertising and public relations agencies. Located in Charlotte, LGA offers a full range of services,including strategic planning, marketing, advertising, public relations, digital media, creativedesign, production, and media planning and buying.
Charlotte, NC 28209
4201 Congress Street, Suite 400
Banking/Financial
AIG
704-338-7412
Matt Cincera
Charlotte, NC 28202
200 S. College Street Floor 13
BB&T
www.bbt.com
704-954-1029
Wesley Beckner
BB&T is a full-service financial services institution. The company offers consumer products,including mortgage, investments, deposits and loans. Commercial and corporate services includeloans, deposits, cash management, insurance, international and capital markets.
Charlotte, NC 28202
200 South College Street, 4th Floor
BBVA Compass
http://www.bbvacompass.com/
980-938-3272
Michael Henderson
Charlotte, NC 28202
330 N. Tryon Street Fourth Floor
Bank of America
www.bankofamerica.com
980-388-5752
Tammy Gibson
Bank of America is one of the world's largest financial institutions, serving individual consumers,small- and middle-market businesses and large corporations with a full range of banking,investing, asset management and other financial and risk management products and services.The company provides unmatched convenience in the United States, serving approximately 58million consumer and small business relationships with approximately 5,700 retail banking officesand approximately 17,800 ATMs and award-winning online banking with 30 million active users.Bank of America is among the world's leading wealth management companies and is a globalleader in corporate and investment banking and trading across a broad range of asset classes,serving corporations, governments, institutions and individuals around the world. Bank ofAmerica offers industry-leading support to approximately 4 million small business ownersthrough a suite of innovative, easy-to-use online products and services. The company servesclients through operations in more than 40 countries. Bank of America Corporation stock (NYSE:BAC) is a component of the Dow Jones Industrial Average and is listed on the New York StockExchange.
Charlotte, NC 28255-0001
100 N Tryon St NC1-007-20-05
F&M Bank
www.fmbnc.com
704-633-1772
Steve Fisher
Chartered in 1909, F&M Bank purposefully evolved from two employees and one location inRowan County, N.C., into the county's community bank of choice. F&M not only leads marketshare in Rowan with eight locations, but has expanded into Cabarrus County with full-servicebranches in Kannapolis and Concord. F&M Bank offers a full array of financial services, including:deposit products; loans; online, mobile and telebanking; commercial, investment and insuranceservices; and home mortgages. F&M Investment Services, Inc., a wholly owned subsidiary ofF&M Bank, provides numerous insurance and investment options for retirement and estateplanning. Clients value F&M Bank's combination of solid products and experienced, caringcustomer service.
Salisbury, NC 28144-4305
221 North Main Street
Fifth Third Bank
www.53.com
704-688-1520
Lee Fite
Fifth Third Bancorp is a diversified financial services company headquartered in Cincinnati, Ohio.The company has $113 billion in assets and operates 16 affiliates with 1,309 full-service bankingcenters in Florida, Georgia, Illinois, Indiana, Kentucky, Michigan, Missouri, North Carolina, Ohio,Pennsylvania, Tennessee and West Virginia. Fifth Third operates four main businesses:Commercial Banking, Retail Banking, Consumer Lending and Investment Advisors. Fifth Third hasa 49 percent interest in Fifth Third Processing Solutions, LLC. Investor information can be viewedat www.53.com.
Charlotte, NC 28202
201 North Tryon Street Suite 1700
First Tennessee Bank
www.ftb.com
704-554-4705
Rotcher Watkins
First Tennessee is a regional financial services company with a history of strength and stabilitydating back to 1864. Today, our holding company, First Horizon National Corporation, NYSE:FHN, is one of the 24 largest publicly traded U.S. bank in terms of asset size.
Charlotte, NC 28209
5821 Fairview Road Suite 320
PNC Bank
www.pnc.com
704-643-5579
Barbara Bascom
The PNC Financial Services Group, Inc. (www.pnc.com) is one of the nation's largest diversifiedfinancial services organizations providing retail and business banking; residential mortgagebanking; specialized services for corporations and government entities, including corporatebanking, real estate finance and asset-based lending; wealth management and assetmanagement. Follow @PNCNews on Twitter for breaking news and announcements from PNC.
Charlotte, NC 28210
4720 Piedmont Row South
Paragon Commercial Bank
www.paragoncommercial.com
704-644-4005
Phillip Jurney
Founded in North Carolina in 1999, Paragon Bank with a select number of strategically placedoffices in Raleigh, Cary and Charlotte's Southpark area provides a private banking experience tobusinesses, professionals, executives, entrepreneurs and other individuals. Paragon'scommitment to an extraordinary client experience is built on the philosophy that clients deservewell prepared bankers who are present and fully available, and proactive about helping clientsachieve their goals. Banking services are provided through highly responsive professionals, anextensive courier service, online and mobile technologies and free worldwide ATM access.
Charlotte, NC 28211
6337 Morrison Blvd.
Park Sterling Bank
www.parksterlingbank.com/
704-323-4252
Judy Wishnek
Charlotte, NC 28204
1043 E. Morehead Street, Suite 101
Regions Bank
www.regions.com
(704) 362-3568
Edmund Hawes
Region's Bank is a financial Institution, offering services and products for consumer andcommercial customers.
Charlotte, NC 28211
6805 Morrison Blvd., Suite 100
SunTrust Bank
www.suntrust.com
704-526-4331
Jenna Kelly
SunTrust Banks, Inc. is one of the nation's largest and strongest financial holding companies.Through its banking subsidiaries, the company provides deposit, credit, trust, and investmentservices to a broad range of retail, business, and institutional clients. Other subsidiaries providemortgage banking, brokerage, investment management, equipment leasing, and capital marketservices. Atlanta-based SunTrust enjoys leading market positions in some of the highest growthmarkets in the United States and also serves clients in selected markets nationally.
Charlotte, NC 28210
4777 Sharon Road
Truliant Federal Credit Union
www.TruliantFCU.org
800-822-0382
Marcus Schaefer
Truliant Federal Credit Union is a not-for-profit, full-service financial institution that providesaffordable financial services to its member-owners. Chartered in 1952, Truliant serves more than180,000 members with 23 Member Financial Centers in 3 states and has over $1.7 billion inassets. Truliant membership is offered as a benefit by 1,200 employers. Our mission is toenhance the quality of life of our members and become their preferred financial institution. Wedeliver value by offering the personal attention, guidance and support that helps member-ownersmeet goals and establish solid financial foundations.
Winston-Salem, NC 27103
3200 Truliant Way
Wells Fargo
wellsfargo.com
803-765-4457
Stan Gibson
Wells Fargo & Company is a nationwide, diversified financial services company with $1.6 trillionin assets. Founded in 1852, Wells Fargo provides banking, insurance, investments, mortgage,and consumer and commercial finance through more than 8,700 locations, more than 12,500ATMs, online and mobile devices. Headquartered in San Francisco, we're decentralized so everylocal Wells Fargo store is a headquarters for satisfying all our customers' financial needs andhelping them succeed financially. We do business with one in three U.S. households. Wells Fargohas more than 265,000 team members in 36 countries across our approximately 90 businesses. At the end of 3rd quarter 2014, Wells Fargo ranked 4th in assets among U.S. banks and was theworld's most valuable bank by market capitalization. In 2013, Euromoney named Wells Fargo"Best Bank" in its Global Awards for Excellence, the first time a U.S.-based bank has won the topaward. The Chronicle of Philanthropy ranked Wells Fargo's corporate giving in the top two amongall U.S. companies each of the past two years. Wells Fargo's vision is to satisfy all ourcustomers' financial needs and help them succeed financially.
Charleston, SC 29401
177 Meeting Street MAC: D3601-020
Business Services
Affiniti Intermediary Consulting
www.Affinitiinc.com
704-644-8945
Susan Heider
Affiniti Intermediary Consulting is an innovative, value oriented human resource, HRIS,compensation and benefits brokerage consulting firm. Our goal is to help organizations, nomatter their size, easily and affordably replicate the capabilities of a Fortune 500 companywithout the Fortune 500 price tag. Our experience spans a variety of industries frommanufacturing to healthcare, including the governmental and nonprofit sectors.
Charlotte, NC 28210
212 South Tryon Suite 380
Alfred Williams & Company
704-602-8719
Amber Brown
Alfred Williams & Company has been offering superior office furniture and service in Charlotteand the Carolinas since 1867. Alfred has represented Geiger, Kimball International and HermanMiller, the most innovative manufacturer in the commercial office furniture industry, as well asnearly 300 other manufacturers to suit any project's budget, focusing on customized service.Whether the project is large or small, each one is developed to the individual requirements of thecustomer. Alfred reacts quickly and correctly the first time, because today's business climatedemands time compression.
Charlotte, NC 28202
505 South Cedar Street
C4CS, LLC
www.c4cs.com
704-366-6600
Dianne L. Chase
Charlotte, NC 28277
6627 A Bevington Ride Road
Commercial Works
www.commercial-works.com
704-504-1513
Roy Lindland
Charlotte, NC 28273
1108 Continental Blvd., Suite J
Darton Group Consulting
www.dartongroup.com
704-525-9378
Rochelle Rivas
DARTON GROUP specializes in providing highly-experienced project management, finance andaccounting professionals for contract consulting engagements and interim roles. DARTONfocuses on problem-solving and engages top-tier consulting professionals with great companiesto create rewarding partnerships. Locally-owned and operated, DARTON is a nationally-certifiedWomen's Business Enterprise (WBE) and serves businesses and project professionals across thegreater Charlotte, NC region. For more information, visit www.dartongroup.com or call (704)525-9378.
Charlotte, NC 28203
1300 S. Mint Street, Suite 350
FLICK Studios
youtube.com/theflickstudios
704-517-9291
Jason Dumas
Charlotte, NC 28277
7805 Horsecroft Court
FileVault USA
www.filevaultusa.com
704-392-6269
Jim Golz
FileVault is dedicated to providing total document and information management solutions,specializing in off-site tape storage, record retrieval and records management, certifieddocument destruction (paper shredding), document scanning and off-site data protectionservices. FileVault is a locally-owned company, providing unparalleled service by focusing withinour regional market. The FileVault team always answers the phone personally and is alwaysempowered to make decisions to satisfy your business requests promptly. The FileVault team willhelp you avoid the management pitfalls of records storage and has a list of questions you shouldask any potential records storage vendor prior to engaging them that will allow you to pick theright records management partner for your needs.
Charlotte, NC 28208
839 Exchange Street
ProShred
www.proshred.com
704-940-5617
Marcus Black
Proshred provides on-site document destruction and recycling services to clients in Charlotte USAand is a 100 percent focused paper shredding company, providing secure on-site documentshredding and recycling services, safeguarding private information, maintaining legislativecompliance and protecting public image.
Charlotte, NC 28217
803 Pressley Rd #108
SKC Communications
http://skccom.com
877-696-7228
Mark Mills
SKC Smart Communications provides integrated audiovisual and videoconferencing solutions forcustomers across the Carolinas. We offer a total solution for our customers – from consultationand design to sales, installation and support of products from the leading AV industrymanufacturers, including Polycom, Tandberg, Crestron, Extron, Sony, Samsung, Polyvision andmany more. SKC Smart Communications provides videoconferencing, presentation and digitalsignage solutions customized for your business applications.
Rock Hill, SC 29732
274 Museum Road
Sonitrol Security Services, Inc.
www.sonitrol.com
704-423-1111
William J. Price
Sonitrol is a full electronic security service providing UL Listed local monitoring services ofintrusion, fire, video surveillance and access control systems to more than 10,000 customers inthe greater Charlotte region and throughout the Carolinas. Since 1962 with the aid of local lawenforcement, Sonitrol has been the only company in the United States that has successfullycaptured over 172,000 criminals in the act of violating our customers' buildings and homes.
Charlotte, NC 28217
815 Wood Ridge Center Drive
Technocom
www.technocomusa.com
704-847-5200
Al Jones
Technocom is a locally owned business technology company based in Charlotte that has beenserving the greater Charlotte area for more than 25 years. The company is based on customerservice and satisfaction. Whether their customers need a copier, printer, MFP, scanner, mailingequipment, IT support, wide format printing or electronic filing, Technocom will engineer acustom solution to fit their unique situations. Then Technocom backs it up with fast, reliableservice and support from a fleet of local technicians.
Charlotte, NC 28222
PO Box 221945
Throwing Words LLC
www.throwingwords.com
704-942-8007
Doug Bacon
Charlotte, NC 28210
6247 Heritage Place
Communications
AT&T North Carolina
www.att.com
704-802-6006
Todd Lanham
Operating globally under the AT&T brand, AT&T is a premier communications holding company,recognized as a leading worldwide provider of IP-based communications services to businessesand the leading U.S. provider of wireless, high-speed Internet access, local and long distancevoice, and directory publishing and advertising services. The merger of AT&T and BellSouth,along with the ownership consolidation of Cingular Wireless and YellowPages.com, will speedconvergence, competition and continued innovation in the communications and entertainmentindustry. AT&T continues to build on the 100-year heritage of its predecessor companies. Thenew AT&T has a continuing commitment to innovative products and services, reliable, high-quality service and excellent customer care.
Charlotte, NC 28202
300 S. Brevard Street, Suite 1522
Time Warner Cable Business Class
www.timewarnercable.com
Ken Fitzpatrick
A pioneer in the cable industry, Time Warner Cable owns and manages the most advanced, best-clustered cable television operations in the country, with nearly 85 percent of its 13.5 millioncustomers located in five geographic regions: New York, Texas, Ohio, the Carolinas and southernCalifornia. As a leader in innovation and quality customer care, Time Warner Cable deliversadvanced products and services, such as video on demand, high definition television, digitalvideo recorders, high-speed data and digital phone. Time Warner Cable increases choice andvalue for our customers, transforming the way they receive information and entertainment.
New York, NY 10023
60 Columbus Circle
Construction
MSS Solutions, LLC
www.msssolutions.com
704-372-4344
Hunter Edwards
Charlotte, NC 28208
P.O. Box 32607
Miles-McClellan Construction Co., Inc.
www.miles-mcclellan.com
704-900-1170
Tim McClellan
Miles-McClellan Construction is one of the largest minority-owned general construction andcontracting businesses in the U.S. The more than 33-year-old company maintains its corporateheadquarters in Columbus, Ohio, with a sizable, full-service operation in Greensboro, N.C. Miles-McClellan Construction has been built one client, one project at a time by delivering exceptionalquality and customer service. The focus is on quality, safety and efficiency in commercial generalcontracting, construction management, design/build and value engineering. Partnering withabout 300 companies, organizations, and government entities on some 700 projects, the firmspecializes in health care, multifamily, industrial, and educational facilities and projects.
Charlotte, NC 28227
2201 Crownpoint Executive Dr,
Pike Electric, LLC
http://pike.com/
800-424-7453
Jim Benfield
Pike Electric is a leading provider of energy solutions to more than 200 investor-owned,municipal and cooperative utilities in the United States. The company's comprehensive servicesinclude siting, permitting, engineering design, installation, maintenance and repair of powerdelivery systems, including renewable energy projects. The company's common stock is tradedon the New York Stock Exchange under the symbol PIKE.
Mount Airy, NC 27030
PO Box 868
Rodgers Builders
704-537-6044
Patricia A. Rodgers
Rodgers is headquartered in the Carolinas and ranks among the nations' top constructionmanagers. Founded in 1963 on principles of strong leadership, ethical business practices anduncompromising standards of safety and quality, Rodgers offers full service preconstruction andconstruction services for education, healthcare, cultural, senior living, and commercial marketsectors.
Charlotte, NC 28215
5701 Sharon Amity Rd
Samet Corporation
704-697-2125
Charles E. Blankinship
Samet Corporation is a full-service construction and real property development companyheadquartered in Greensboro, N.C., with a regional office in Charlotte. Samet provides completeproject management services, from site selection and design coordination through successfulproject completion. Samet specializes in projects in office, retail/commercial, industrial, medical,multi-unit residential, civic, religious and education markets.
Charlotte, NC 28209
5605 Carnegie Blvd., Suite 310
Shelco, Inc.
www.shelcoinc.com
704-367-5610
D. Edwin Rose
Shelco, Inc. is a general contractor, founded in 1978, with offices in Charlotte, Winston-Salemand Raleigh, N.C.; and Greenville and Bluffton, S.C. The company provides construction servicesfor office, distribution, manufacturing, retail/mixed-use, technology and health care clients.
Charlotte, NC 28208
2320 Cascade Pointe Blvd., Suite 100
SteelFab, Inc.
www.steelfab-inc.com
704-394-5376
Ronald G. Sherrill
Investor Directory [email protected]
SteelFab, Inc., fabricator and erector of structural and miscellaneous steel, was founded inCharlotte in 1955 by J. Glenn Sherrill and has continued to operate under the Sherrill familyleadership. With six fabrication plants located in Charlotte; Emporia, Va.; Florence, S.C.; Dublin,Ga.; and Roanoke, Ala., SteelFab, Inc. has more than 800 employees and a fabricating capacityof 80,000 tons per year.
Charlotte, NC 28219
P.O. Box 19289
The Garland Company, Inc.
garlandco.com
704-918-6232
Matthew Greco
Cornelius, NC 28031
10609 Conistan Place
Consulting/Business Development
G. Marshall Johnson & Associates
http://www.gmarshalljohnson.com/
704-953-0804
George Marshall Johnson
"Building better businesses by building better individuals" is G. Marshall Johnson & Associates'motto. Whether a CEO, an entrepreneur or a sales professional, everyone is selling, whether it'sa product or oneself. G. Marshall Johnson offers consulting services, as well as businessdevelopment and training in public speaking, leadership, and sales and negotiation. Partneringwith organizations, the company provides customized workshops and pubic seminars throughoutthe U.S.
Charlotte, NC 28204
1370 Briar Creek Road
Hood Hargett Breakfast Club
www.hoodhargettbreakfastclub.com
704-602-9529
Jenn Snyder
The Hood Hargett Breakfast Club is a 'category exclusive' business development organization thatdevelops and hosts some 36 events throughout the year for its members and guests. The goal ofthese events: to provide success-minded business owners with first-class venues to entertaintheir clients and prospects.
Charlotte, NC 28230
PO Box 30127
IMR/Magellan Idea Center
www.centerforideas.com
704-332-4332
Erin K. Gallagher
Get out of the office! The Magellan Idea Center is a meeting place where creative energy ignites– a unique alternative to typical hotel meeting rooms for teambuilding and executive retreats.The Center is designed expressly to visually stimulate, encourage open dialogue and inspire newways of thinking. It's the only space of its kind in the region, and meetings here are always amemorable experience. On top of all that, A/V, sodas, bottled water, self-sticking flip charts andmore are included in the rental fee.
Charlotte, NC 28203
2108 South Boulevard…
MBDi - Mastering Business Development, Inc.
www.mbdi.com
(704) 553-0000
Kathleen G. Scheessele
Founded in 1979, MBDi is a business development management company, focused exclusively onbusiness development and revenue generation services. MBDi builds, integrates and turns aroundbusiness development organizations and specializes in turn-key business developmentassessment and implementation, particularly in the government services, energy, engineering, ITand biotech/pharma industries. MBDi assists in making your organization successful byconducting revenue effectiveness assessments; developing and implementing strategic andtactical business development plans and processes for guaranteed revenue growth; andevaluating and sourcing leaders and teams.
Charlotte, NC 28226
7422 Carmel Road, Carmel Excutive Park…
No Borders Consulting
www.nobordersconsulting.com
828-994-0036
Panico Peres
Being "multilingual" is only a small piece of the solution when it comes to doing businessinternationally. One must be "multicultural" in order to truly succeed and bring internationalmarket intelligence to the table to get results. No Borders Consulting Group's mission is to bringknow-how to a borderless world, and we do it everyday. We help commerce eliminate bordersthrough identifying, facilitating and creating economic opportunities for businesses to build, growand expand internationally. Our expertise and capabilities have been sought globally becausewe understand business ... we understand the cultures ... we understand what is neccessary forsuccess ... and we understand the powerful economic impact international business can bring tothe clients we serve.
Denver, NC 28037
137 Cross Center Road #328
DistributionAdams Beverages of North Carolina, LLC
http://adamsbeveragesnc.net/
334-791-3162
Clay Adams
Charlotte, NC 28207
7505 Statesville Road
Snyder's-Lance
www.snyderslance.com
704-557-8846
Sid Levy
Snyder's-Lance manufactures and markets snack foods throughout the United States andinternationally. The Company's products include pretzels, sandwich crackers, potato chips,cookies, tortilla chips, restaurant style crackers, nuts and other snacks. Snyder's-Lance hasmanufacturing facilities in North Carolina, Pennsylvania, Iowa, Indiana, Georgia, Arizona,Massachusetts, Texas, Florida, Ohio, and Ontario, Canada. Products are sold under the Snyder'sof Hanover, Lance, Krunchers!, Cape Cod, Jays, Grande, Tom's, EatSmart Naturals, Archway, O-Ke-Doke, Padrinos, and Stella D'oro brand names along with a number of private label and thirdparty brands. Products are distributed widely through grocery and mass merchandisers,convenience stores, club stores, food service outlets and other channels.
Charlotte, NC 28277
13024 Ballantyne Corporate Place…
Education
Central Piedmont Community College
www.cpcc.edu
704-330-6566
Tony Zeiss
Central Piedmont Community College is one of the largest community colleges in the Carolinas,offering nearly 300 degree, diploma and certification programs; customized corporate training;market-focused continuing education; and special interest classes. CPCC is a "jobs" college,focused on training students for successful careers in a wide variety of fields. With six campuslocations, CPCC is academically, financially and geographically accessible to all citizens ofMecklenburg County. In 2002, the National Alliance of Business named CPCC the CommunityCollege of the Year for its response to the workforce and technology needs of local employers andjob seekers through innovative educational and training strategies. Established in 1963, CPCChas provided more than 50 years of service to Mecklenburg County residents, business andindustry. For more information, see www.cpcc.edu.
Charlotte, NC 28235
P.O. Box 35009
Johnson & Wales University
www.jwu.edu
980-598-1014
Tarun Malik
Founded in 1914, Johnson & Wales University is a private, nonprofit, accredited institution withapproximately 17,000 graduate and undergraduate students at its four campuses in Providence,R.I.; North Miami, Fla.; Denver, Colo.; and Charlotte, N.C. An innovative educational leader, theuniversity offers degree programs in arts and sciences, business, culinary arts, education,nutrition, hospitality and technology. Its unique model integrates arts and sciences and industry-focused education with work experience and leadership opportunities, inspiring students toachieve professional success and lifelong personal growth. The university's impact is global, withalumni from 152 countries pursuing careers worldwide.
Charlotte, NC 28202
801 W Trade Street
Johnson C. Smith University
jcsu.edu
704-378-1007
Ronald Carter
We are a private liberal arts university with proud HBCU traditions and a future aimed atdiversity. We enroll approximately 1,600 highly talented and motivated students from variousbackgrounds. Our faculty and staff members are equally as unique, coming from all over theworld.
Charlotte, NC 28216
100 Beatties Ford Road
Queens University of Charlotte
www.queens.edu
704-337-2435
Nancy B. McNelis
Charlotte, NC 28274
Office of Academic Affairs
The University of North Carolina at Charlotte
www.uncc.edu
704-687-5769
Betty Doster
The University of North Carolina at Charlotte is North Carolina's urban research university andthe only public four-year doctoral granting research university in the greater Charlotte region. Itis the fourth largest and one of the fastest growing campuses among the 17 institutions of theUniversity of North Carolina system. UNC Charlotte comprises seven professional colleges andoffers 18 doctoral, 61 master's and 93 bachelor's degree programs. Approximately 1,000 full-time faculty members teach and conduct research at UNC Charlotte, where fall 2010 enrollmentexceeded 25,000 students. UNC Charlotte has more than 80,000 alumni, more than 50 percentof whom live in the greater Charlotte region.
Charlotte, NC 28223-0001
9201 University City Boulevard
World Affairs Council of Charlotte
worldaffairscharlotte.org
704-687-7762
L.J. Stambuk
The World Affairs Council of Charlotte (WACC) was founded in 1983 as an outreach program ofUNC Charlotte and its Office of International Programs. As a non-profit, non-partisanorganization, it is supported by private funding from individual and corporate member dues andcontributions. As a regional center for education and discussion of world affairs, the Council seeksto provide leadership for global thinking, believing that a broad perspective is necessary foreffective competition in the global economy and for responsible citizenship in an increasinglyinterdependent world.
Charlotte, NC 28223
227 CHHS Building
Employment Services
Hire Dynamics
678-898-4535
Kim Wallace
Hire Dynamics is one of the largest staffing companies in the Southeast specializing in contact(call) centers, manufacturing facilities, logistics/e-commerce operations, and office support. HireDynamics operates out of 10 offices with an additional 18 on-site locations. Our placementsrange from short-term contract to high volume direct hire. Last year, Hire Dynamics put over15,000 people to work with our clients and were recently named #1 Best Places to Work inCharlotte by the Charlotte Business Journal. Our CEO, Dan Campbell, was the 2014 Chairman ofthe American Staffing Association (ASA) putting us at the forefront of industry trends.
Charlotte, NC 28203
I27 West Worthington Avenue, Suite 250
Integra Staffing, LLC
www.integrastaffing.com
704-527-9191
Michelle Fish
Integra is a Charlotte-based team of recruiting professionals who specialize in attracting andevaluating talented people on a temporary, contract-to-hire and direct-hire basis. We provideclients with customized staffing solutions tailored to specific needs and growth initiatives in a waythat can be measured and benchmarked.
Charlotte, NC 28217
4601 Charlotte Park Drive, Suite 145
Manpower
www.manpower.com
855-591-7454
Crystal Padgett
ManpowerGroup (NYSE: MAN) creates and delivers high-impact solutions that enable our clientsto achieve their business goals and enhance their competitiveness. With over 60 years ofexperience, our $19 billion company creates unique time to value that covers an entire range oftalent-driven needs from recruitment to career management, as well as outsourcing andworkforce consulting. ManpowerGroup maintains the world's largest network of nearly 3,900offices in more than 80 countries and territories, with insight and local expertise to meet theneeds of 400,000 clients annually, across all industry sectors and company sizes. TheManpowerGroup suite of solutions is offered through ManpowerGroup Solutions, Experis,Manpower and Right Management.
Newton, NC 28658-3730
2725 Northwest Blvd.
Sherpa
www.sherpallc.com
704-374-0001
Melissa McGuire
Sherpa specializes in staffing, recruiting and consulting services in the areas of Accounting &Finance, Human Resources, Technology and Project Management. Highly trained recruiting andaccount teams partner with clients in all industries to fill direct-hire, temporary and project-basedconsulting roles. As one of the largest and most experienced niche recruiting firms in theCharlotte market, Sherpa possesses an extensive network of important industry contacts. Theseconnections enable Sherpa to present clients with the competitive advantage of access to themost diverse pool of uniquely qualified candidates in the markets served. When it comes tofinding the right talent, trust Sherpa to help you reach the top.
Charlotte, NC 28203
1001 Morehead Square Drive Suite 600
Sockwell Partners
www.sockwell.com
704-372-1865
Susan Jernigan
Sockwell Partners is a retained executive search firm with specialties in financial services, realestate, venture- and private-equity-backed startups, and other early-stage companies, as well astechnology, manufacturing, closely held mid-market companies and not-for-profits. Clients arelocal, across the country and world. Sockwell is a member of AESC and TranSearch International.
Charlotte, NC 28203-5116
800 East Boulevard, Suite 200
Energy
NC Sustainable Energy Association
www.energync.org
980-722-1480
Mike Davis
Founded in 1978, the NC Sustainable Energy Association (NCSEA) is a 501(c)(3) nonprofitmembership organization of individuals, businesses, government agencies and other nonprofits.NCSEA drives public policy & market development to create clean energy jobs, businessopportunities, and affordable energy to benefit North Carolina. Our work ensures that all NorthCarolinians continue to benefit from clean energy developments as well as a reliable, affordable,and secure clean energy future.
Raleigh, NC 27628
P.O. Box 6465
Engineering / Architecture
AREVA
www.areva.com
704-805-2663
Kim Clark
Charlotte, NC 28262
7207 IBM Drive
Alliance Consulting Engineers
www.allianceCE.com
803-779-2078
Deepal S. Eliatamby
Alliance Consulting Engineers, Inc. is a multi-disciplined civil engineering firm dedicated toproviding our clients with a quality product in a timely manner throughout North Carolina, SouthCarolina and the Southeast United States. The firm provides technical consulting services tocounty governments, municipalities, industry, developers, school districts, healthcare providers,architects and other private entities. Using state-of-the-practice technology, our personnel hasextensive experience in industrial park design and site certification; land planning and sitedesign; water, wastewater, roadway, storm drainage and solid waste facility design; grantapplication and administrative services; as well as construction administration and observation.
Columbia, SC 29202-8147
P.O. Box 8147
Chicago Bridge & Iron
http://www.cbi.com
704-378-5379
Sean Sexstone
CB&I is the most complete energy infrastructure-focused company in the world and a majorprovider of government services. Drawing upon more than a century of experience and theexpertise of approximately 50,000 employees, CB&I provides reliable solutions while maintaininga relentless focus on safety and an uncompromising standard of quality. As one of the mostcomplete providers of a wide range of services, including design, engineering, construction,fabrication, maintenance and environmental services, no project is too big for CB&I. Our timelyand cost-effective solutions not only satisfy our customers' needs, but also improve the quality oflife for people around the world.
Charlotte, NC 28202
128 S. Tryon Street
ECS Carolinas, LLP
Paul A. Blake P.E.
ECS Carolinas, LLP is a premier provider of environmental, engineering and construction servicesacross North and South Carolina. Our offices and 21 years of service enable us to deliverresponsiveness, accomplishment and growth to both the private and public sectors. It is ourcorporate philosophy to "Set the Standard for Service" for our clients. We truly embraceproviding our services on time and under budget, while bringing value to our clients. ECS hasearned the reputation for being responsive and having the ability to think outside the box toprovide solutions to project problems.
Charlotte, NC
1812 Center Park Drive, Suite D
Little Diversified Architectural Consulting
www.littleonline.com
704-561-3403
Philip A. Kuttner
Little is a 300-person, multi-disciplinary design firm headquartered in Charlotte and servingclients in the corporate, commercial, and institutional market sectors. Services includearchitecture, engineering, graphic design, facility management and strategic planning.
Charlotte, NC 28217
5815 Westpark Drive
Neighboring Concepts
www.neighboringconcepts.com
704-374-0916
Darrel J. Williams
Neighboring Concepts is a unique and inventive multi-disciplinary design firm located inCharlotte. Since inception in 1996, we've emerged as a leader in the architectural field bydelivering elegant, sustainable solutions to valued clients across the southeastern United States.Our mission is to transform urban, educational and corporate communities, improving overallexperiences and quality of life, through smart design and responsible planning. Our numerousachievements are due, in part, to our team's unique ability to unify public and privatestakeholders toward innovative design solutions. We look forward to continued service andsuccess.
Charlotte, NC 28208
1230 West Morehead Street…
Parsons Corporation
www.parsons.com
626-440-2164
Brent Harvey
Founded in 1944, Parsons, an international engineering, construction, technical, andmanagement services firm with revenues of $2.7 billion in 2010, is 100% owned by theEmployee Stock Ownership Trust. Parsons is a leader in many diversified markets with a focuson infrastructure, environmental, and defense/security. Parsons delivers design/design-build,program/construction management, professional services, and innovative alternative deliverysolutions to federal, regional, and local government agencies, as well as to private industrialcustomers worldwide. For more about Parsons, please visit us at www.parsons.com.
Charlotte, NC 28209
4701 Hedgemore Drive
Stewart
www.stewartinc.com
704-334-7925
Chris Herron
Stewart is an engineering, design and planning firm located in Charlotte, Raleigh and DurhamN.C., serving clients throughout the southeastern U.S. With a unique collaborative cross-discipline approach that results in stronger and more creative designs, Stewart offers a variety ofservices to meet the needs of its clients, including: Land Planning and Design, StructuralEngineering, Transportation, Geomatics, Construction Services Founded in 1994 by Willy E. Stewart, PE, and enhanced by a merger with HadenStanziale in2012, the firm has more than 100 employees. Stewart is owned by a select group ofprofessionals who are personally involved in our clients' projects. Stewart provides services in a variety of markets within the public and private sectors. Clientsinclude education, healthcare, institutions, municipalities, architects departments oftransportation and the federal government as well as commercial, retail, residential and mixed-use developers.
Charlotte, NC 28202
200 S College Street, Suite 720
URS Corporation
urscorp.com
803-578-7000
To be named
URS Corporation is a leading provider of engineering, construction and technical services forpublic agencies and private sector companies worldwide. We offer a full range of programmanagement; planning, design and engineering; systems engineering and technical assistance;construction and construction management; operations and maintenance; and decommissioningand closure services for power, infrastructure, industrial and commercial, oil & gas, and federalprojects and programs.
Fort Mill, SC 29715
3023 HSBC Way
Windshear
www.windshearinc.com
Brian Nelson
Windshear is a full-scale, single-belt, rolling-road wind tunnel, with 180-mph wind and roadcapability. Specially designed to meet the demands of the worldwide motorsports communityand automotive original equipment manufacturers, Windshear is the only test facility of its kind inNorth America.
Concord, NC 28027
1050 Ivey Cline Rd
Entertainment
Blumenthal Performing Arts Center
www.blumenthalcenter.org
704-379-1222
Tom Gabbard
Charlotte, NC 28202
130 North Tryon Street
Bouk Management-Comedy Zone
www.cltcomedyzone.com
704-572-1452
Mike Hall
Comedy Zone has been a landmark in the Charlotte Market for over 25 years. The 400 seat isnot only a theater hosting national celebrity acts, but as a full service venue for corporate events,charitable fundraisers and any celebration possible. Full service event planning, catering, andrentals are all available through the Comedy Zone event team. If you have a need for an eventthat is unique and different, the Comedy Zone offers the best option in Charlotte.
Charlotte, NC 28031
700 NC Factor Blvd.
Carolina Panthers
http://www.panthers.com/
704-358-7000
Daniel B. Morrison, Jr.
On October 26, 1993, the National Football League awarded Owner/Founder Jerry Richardson the29th NFL franchise and professional football was brought to the Carolinas. Richardson becamejust the second former player to own an NFL team.One of only three privately funded stadiums in the NFL, the Carolina Panthers' Bank of AmericaStadium opened in 1996. The open-air, natural-grass stadium includes training facilities, practicefields and the administrative offices. The stadium facade features many unique elements, clad in building materials that accent theteam colors of black, silver and Panthers blue. Six Panther statues, named Indomitable Spirit,guard the three 80-foot arched entrances, and the names of thousands of Permanent SeatLicense owners grace the bases. The interior has been designed to provide a generous ratio of concession and restroom facilitiesamong wide and tall concourses. A renovation project during the 2014 offseason incorporatedstate-of-the-art technology into the fan experience, all while maintaining the stadium's classicAmerican design and stadium-in-the-park feel. Additions included four escalator bays that whiskfans to the upper levels, high-definition video boards above each end zone, vibrant ribbon boardsencircling the entire bowl at the club and upper levels, and a high-efficiency, high-octavedistributed sound system throughout the bowl.
Charlotte, NC 28202-1502
800 South Mint Street
Charlotte City Club
www.charlottecityclub.com
704-334-3200
Julie Horanski
Since its beginning in 1947, the Charlotte City Club has been a distinguished gathering place forthe business, professional and social community to convene, entertain and dine. The club islocated in the heart of Uptown Charlotte on the 31st and 32nd floors of the 121 West Tradebuilding and enjoys unparalleled views of the city and the surrounding areas. Members of theCity Club can enjoy à la carte lunch and dinner in the Mecklenburg room or breakfast, lunch anddinner in the casual Grill room. Charlotte City Club also has 10 exquisitely furnished privatedining rooms and reception areas that can serve two to 500 guests.
Charlotte, NC 28202
121 West Trade Street…
Charlotte Knights
www.charlotteknights.com
704-357-8071
Dan Rajkowski
The Charlotte Knights represent the Triple A Affiliate of the Chicago White Sox in theInternational League. BB&T Ballpark, the new home of the Charlotte's professional baseball team,hosts 72 ballgames and hundreds of outside events. As a community gathering point the Knightsoffer family affordable entertainment to citizens of the greater Charlotte Metropolitan Area.
Charlotte, NC 28202
324 South Mint Street
Charlotte Motor Speedway
charlottemotorspeedway.com
704-455-3203
Dan Farrell
Charlotte Motor Speedway is one of the world's premier sports and entertainment facilities,hosting a wide variety of motorsports events that annually attract more than 1 million people.Owned by Speedway Motorsports, Inc. (NYSE: TRK), the track opened in 1960 and was the firstto focus on fan-friendly amenities. Located in Concord, N.C., the track serves as the hub of thebooming NASCAR stock car industry, which adds $6 billion annually to the North Carolinaeconomy.
Concord, NC 28026
P.O. Box 600
Charlotte Sports Foundation
http://www.charlottesports.org/
704-644-4031
Elizabeth Flynn Harrison
Charlotte, NC 28211
6337 Morrison Blvd.
Hornets Sports & Entertainment
www.bobcats.com
704-688-8880
Fred Whitfield
Hornets Sports & Entertainment is the parent company of the National Basketball Association'sCharlotte Hornets and operates the widely acclaimed Time Warner Cable Arena, located in theheart of uptown Charlotte. In addition to 43 Hornets games each season, Time Warner CableArena plays host to everything from major concerts and family shows to minor league hockeyand a world-class equestrian event. More than 1 million fans pass through the turnstiles at TimeWarner Cable Arena every year, making it the premiere destination for sports and entertainmentin the Carolinas.
Charlotte, NC 28202
333 East Trade Street
NASCAR
www.nascar.com
704-348-9661
Amber Wells
Charlotte, NC 28202
550 South Caldwell Street, Suite 2000
Occasions Catering
http://occasionscater.com/
704-333-1060
Melissa Swanson
Occasions Catering and Event Planning Inc. makes every celebration extraordinary. We help youcreate cherished memories with personalized service, unsurpassed cuisine and meticulousattention to presentation. From simple to extravagant, you will experience excellence.
Charlotte, NC 28208
500 Bradford Dr # A
Opera Carolina
operacarolina.org
704-332-7177
James Meena
Opera Carolina was found in 1948 and is the oldest and largest professional Opera company inthe Carolinas. The company presents three mainstage operas each season at the Belk Theater,Charlotte.
Charlotte, NC 28204
1600 Elizabeth AVenue
The Club at Longview
http://www.theclubatlongview.com/Club/Scripts/Home/home.asp
(704) 443-2561
Debi Blair
The Club at Longview is truly life at its best. Longview represents a unique alternative to countryclubs in this area. Featuring a distinctive sense of community, Longview amenities are on parwith those one would find at the world's finest resorts and premier developments, includingcustomized social and activity programming for the entire family. The Club at Longview has aJack Nicklaus Signature Golf Course, located in the private gated golf community of the Longviewreal estate development in south Charlotte. The Club offers four categories of resident and non-resident membership: golf, national, social and junior golf (non-resident only).
Weddington, NC 28173
8801 Longview Club Drive
Equipment
Carolina CAT
www.carolinatractor.com
704-596-6700
Ed Weisiger Jr.
Carolina Tractor was founded in North Carolina by L.M. Weisiger in 1926. He committed toassisting the state's growth by supplying and supporting Caterpillar equipment to utility, roadbuilding and mining industries. Today, Carolina Tractor is one of the state's largest privatelyowned businesses. The company continues to ensure the future success of businesses throughoutits territory by providing construction and material handling equipment, engineering systems, on-highway engines, cranes, power generation systems and expanding lines of rental equipment.
Charlotte, NC 28201-1095
P.O. Box 1095
Event Planning
My City Hosts
www.HostofCharlotte.com
704-996-6924
Heather Fitch
Charlotte, NC 28220
P.O. Box 11972
TCG Events
http://eventwithtcg.com/
704-376-1943
Cassie Brown
Founded nearly three decades ago, Tribble Creative Group (TCG) is a full-service event planningcompany for corporate, non-profit and social clients. Solely owned by Cassie Brown, TCG's officesare located in the historic Southend – just look for the big red giraffe. With a mission oftransforming the ordinary to extraordinary, our reputation and tagline, "event differently," areone and the same. From non-profit galas and building openings to corporate celebrations of allsizes, the events we do are unforgettable – the kind you hear people buzzing about. To learnmore, visit www.tribblecreativegroup.com.
Charlotte, NC 28203
1700 Camden Road, Suite 101
The Charlotte Destination Group
www.charlottedestinationgroup.com
704-375-1815
Kymberly Brantigan
The Charlotte Destination Group (CDG), a LynkEdge, Inc. company, is a full-service meeting andevent planning organization based in uptown Charlotte that specializes in high-level interactivecorporate meetings, events and experiences. Our background is in motorsports and we representJeff Gordon's sponsor of over 22 years providing corporate events in conjunction with NASCARraces nationwide. What differentiates us is that we take a marketing approach to corporatemeetings and events to ensure "return on experience" for events ranging board meetings forFortune 500 companies, national/international conferences and conventions, annual meetings,regional and national sales meetings, corporate outings, festivals, private dining and golftournaments.
Charlotte, NC 28202
401 N. Tryon St., Suite 1074
Health Care
CaroMont Health
www.caromonthealth.org
704-834-2088
Penny Cowden
We are a nationally recognized leader and valued partner in promoting individual health andvibrant communities. Our ability to connect with people on a personal level sets CaroMont Healthapart and keeps us inspired to celebrate life. CaroMont Health strives to exceed the higheststandards in medicine through innovative breakthroughs and extraordinary care. Across ourhealth care system, CaroMont Health employs 3,800 dedicated professionals, including a medicalstaff of 452. Our superb reputation is backed by numerous awards, such as the Midas NationalPlatinum Award for Excellence in Quality Outcomes and being named one of Thomson Reuters'Top 100 Hospitals. CaroMont Health offers top-notch facilities outfitted with the latestadvancements in medical technology. And in all things, we encourage fresh ideas, an openness tochange and a love of life.
Gastonia, NC 28054
2525 Court Drive
Carolinas HealthCare System
www.carolinashealthcare.org
704-355-3141
Amy Murphy
Carolinas HealthCare System (www.carolinashealthcare.org), one of the nation's leading andmost innovative healthcare organizations, provides a full spectrum of healthcare and wellnessprograms throughout North and South Carolina. Its diverse network of more than 600 carelocations includes medical centers, hospitals, healthcare pavilions, physician practices,destination centers, surgical and rehabilitation centers, home health agencies, nursing homesand hospice care. CHS works to improve and enhance the overall health and wellbeing of itscommunities through high quality patient care, education and research programs, and a varietyof collaborative partnerships and initiatives.
Charlotte, NC 28232-2861
4435 Golf Acres Drive
Carolinas HealthCare System Lincoln
www.cmc-lincoln.org
980-212-1000
Pete Acker
Carolinas Medical Center-Lincoln, owned and operated by Carolinas HealthCare System, and fullyaccredited by The Joint Commission, is an acute care community hospital providing a full rangeof inpatient/ outpatient and diagnostic services within its primary service area of Lincoln County.
Lincolnton, NC 28093-0677
P.O. Box 677
Linet Americas
www.linetamericas.com
877-815-9895
Colin Bain
Linet Americas is an operating unit of Linet, an international leader in healthcare technology.Founded in 1990 by Zbynek Frolik, a healthcare engineer, Linet has beds installed in 93 countriesand is one of the five leading exporters of hospital beds worldwide. Based in Charlotte, NorthCarolina, Linet Americas opened its U.S. headquarters in April of 2010 and is introducing its topselling bed to the U.S. healthcare market. With over 120,000 installations around the world, thebeds deliver functionality, simplicity and reliability while providing effective management of ahospital's capital budget and improving patient care. Backed by the industry's best warranty,Linet beds are recognized for low cost of ownership, simple maintenance, and innovative design. We invite you to consider the Linet difference.
Charlotte, NC 28269
10420-R Harris Oaks Blvd
Hospitality / Hotels
A Home on the Go Corporate Suites
www.ahomeonthego.com
704-341-0304
Beverly Stumler
Short or long term, the goal is to provide you with the most pleasurable temporary housingexperience by providing fully furnished one-, two- and three-bedroom apartment homes,complete with dishes, linens and utilities. In fact… just bring your suitcase and start to "EnjoyLiving the Suite Life." Why pay hotel prices, when for less money, you can stretch out and relaxin the comfort of an apartment home with an in-suite washer and dryer. A Home on the Goservices the Charlotte area and the nation. It can partner with your existing relocation providerand reduce temporary housing costs for your company. Make your stay feel more like home withA Home on the Go Corporate Suites.
Charlotte, NC 28277
16109 Bridgehampton Club Drive
Charlotte Regional Visitors Authority
www.crva.com
704-414-4140
Michael Crum
With an organization-wide vision of Southern hospitality and world-class customer service, theCharlotte Regional Visitors Authority (CRVA) seeks to ensure that the visitors and events thatcome to the area have a positive experience. Our responsibilities include destination marketingthrough Visit Charlotte and management of Charlotte's public assembly facilities which includeBojangles' Coliseum, Charlotte Convention Center, NASCAR Hall of Fame, Ovens Auditorium andTime Warner Cable Arena. The CRVA manages assets exceeding $500 million in value, employs215 fulltime employees and hosts over 600 events attended by approximately 2 million residentsand visitors.
Charlotte, NC 28202
501 South College Street
Compass Group, North America
www.compass-usa.com
704-328-4000
Raj Pragasam
Compass Group North America is the leader in foodservice management and support services.Throughout the US and Canada, Compass Group North America has more than 180,000associates in 48 states, ten provinces and two territories. We serve six million meals a day - fromvending and office coffee solutions to restaurants, corporate cafes, schools, arenas, museums,remote sites and more.
Charlotte, NC 28217
2400 Yorkmont Road
Doubletree Guest Suites/Charlotte-SouthPark
http://doubletree1.hilton.com/en_US/dt/hotel/CLTDTDT-Doubletree-Guest-Suites-Charlotte-SouthPark-North-Carolina/index.do
704-364-2400
Gloria Mella
As Charlotte's premier full-service, all-suite hotel, Doubletree Guest Suites in SouthPark is arestful retreat in the heart of the city's most upscale area. Renowned for its service andpicturesque location, the hotel is nestled between SouthPark Mall (with its 120 plus stores andrestaurants) and Symphony Park. For short and extended stays, the hotel has everything guests need to accomplish business goals, while enjoying a wonderful lifestyle. With 12,000square feet of meeting space, including a Garden Courtyard and Pavilion, the hotel's team ispositioned to accommodate meeting and banquet requests as well.
Charlotte, NC 28211
6300 Morrison Blvd
Embassy Suites Charlotte-Concord Golf Resort and Spa
www.embassysuitesconcord.com
704-455-8200
Nancy Obstler
The Embassy Suites Charlotte-Concord Golf Resort, Spa & Conference Center is located rightwhere you want to stay. As a guest, you'll enjoy spacious, two-room Charlotte hotel suites with acomplimentary cooked-to-order breakfast and nightly Manager's Reception. High-speed Internetaccess, free parking, fitness center, on-site casual dining at the Rocky River Grille, golf at theRocky River Golf Course and the full service salon at Spa Botanica are available daily for youruse.
Concord, NC 28027
5400 John Q Hammons Drive NW
Hampton Inn & Suites SouthPark at Phillips Place
http://www.hamptonsouthpark.com/
704-319-5700
Jessica Helms
Located in the premiere area of SouthPark, our 124 room hotel stands as the focal point of abeautiful European style boutique village. Blending contemporary tones with classic elegance andsouthern hospitality, we strive to make your stay a truly exceptional experience. Our venue iscommitted to serving you and your guests in every way possible, a level of customer service thatwe refer to as our SouthPark Tradition of Excellence. This level of service and personableness isunmatched, and defines who we are as a hotel. Whether you are looking at reception space foryour big day, or a comfortable and relaxing environment for your visit to Charlotte, our hotel canaccommodate your every need.
Charlotte, NC 28210
6700 Phillips Place Court
Hilton Charlotte Center City
www.charlotte.hilton.com
(704) 377-1500
Carol Duncan
The Hilton Charlotte Center City is Uptown Charlotte's premiere AAA four diamond hotel, offering401 deluxe rooms, including 18 luxurious suites. Executive-level accommodations offer upgradedamenities, including a private lounge with spectacular city views. The hotel is located 15 minutesfrom the airport and directly across from the Charlotte Convention Center. Walk to a variety ofrestaurants, clubs and shops. The connecting YMCA offers guests the largest fitness facility inUptown.
Charlotte, NC 28202
222 East Third Street
Holiday Inn Charlotte - Center City
www.hicharlotte.com
704-335-5400
Randi Cashion
Located in the heart of Uptown Charlotte, the Holiday Inn Charlotte Center City is the recipient ofthe IHG National Renovation Award. The hotel features the Concierge Lounge, 10,000 square feetof meeting space, 26 suites, 294 guest rooms and the award-winning Café Siena restaurant andlounge. All guest rooms have complimentary high-speed Internet access. The rooftop pool andhot tub are a great place to unwind, or guests can use the complimentary fitness center, outdoorjogging track or hotel shuttle that runs within Uptown. The hotel is located next to the TimeWarner Cable Arena, home of the Charlotte Bobcats, and a half mile from the Carolina Panthers'Bank of America Stadium.
Charlotte, NC 28202
230 N. College Street
The Ritz-Carlton, Charlotte
http://www.ritzcarlton.com/Charlotte
704-547-2244
Heidi Nowak
Located in the heart of uptown, the luxurious Ritz-Carlton, Charlotte is a 146-room eco-friendlyboutique hotel. The LEED gold-certified property features more than 12,000 square feet offunction space, a bi-level penthouse Spa & Wellness Center including a manicure/pedicure studio,Bar Cocoa dessert dining and retail experience, Cocoa Lab cooking school, and a street-side BLTSteak Restaurant. The Hotel's acclaimed service and accommodations have garnered accoladesplacing it among the top hotels in the United States. For more information, please call (704) 547-2244 or visit www.ritzcarlton.com/charlotte.
Charlotte, NC 28202
201 East Trade Street
Information Technology
Microsoft
www.microsoft.com
980-776-1200
Nancie Williams
Founded in 1975, Microsoft (NASDAQ "MSFT") is the worldwide leader in software, devices,services and solutions that help people and businesses realize their full potential.
Charlotte, NC 28273
8055 Microsoft Way
Stone Laurel
www.stonelaurel.com
704-333-8878
Stoney D. Sellars
Technology Project Management, Inc., (TPM) is an information technology contracting firm thatprovides highly trained and experienced resources for clients' most critical and complextechnology initiatives. Established in 1993, TPM's principal and key resources have more than 25years of project management experience.
Charlotte, NC 28202
121 West Trade Street, Suite 2020
Insurance FirmAscension Insurance, Inc.
www.ascensionins.com
704-688-1228
N. Keith Sharpe
Charlotte, NC 28209
5821 Fairview Road
McGriff, Seibels & Williams, Inc.
704-954-1030
John Kurtz
As one of the most progressive insurance brokerage firms in the United States, McGriff, Seibels &Williams leads the way with innovative programs to protect our clients' financial interests. Our experienced professionals work with some of the world's largest corporations to design state-of-the-art solutions for a full range of needs "...from property and casualty exposures...toemployee benefits, life and pension plans...to financial services and surety products...to specialtyinsurance programs."
Charlotte, NC 28204
1043 East Morehead Street, Suite 110
Investment ManagementFalfurrias Capital Partners
www.falfurriascapital.com
704-371-3065
Marc Oken
Charlotte, NC 28202
100 North Tryon Street Suite 4100
Law Firm
Garfinkel Immigration Law Firm
http://garfinkelimmigration.com/
704-442-8000
Steven H. Garfinkel
Garfinkel Immigration Law Firm is the largest law firm in Charlotte and one of the largest in theSoutheast dedicated exclusively to the practice of U.S. immigration law. The firm specializes inproviding U.S. immigration law advice to companies, families and individuals locally, nationallyand globally. Key practice areas include: employment-based non-immigrant and immigrant visas,investor visas, naturalization and citizenship, family-based visas ("Green Cards"),deportation/removal, and I-9 and corporate compliance. Steven Garfinkel is certified by theNorth Carolina State Bar as an Immigration Law Specialist, has an AV Peer Review Rating, islisted in the International Who's Who of Corporate Immigration Lawyers and is a member of theAlliance of Business Immigration Lawyers.
Charlotte, NC 28210
6100 Fairview Road, Suite 200
K&L Gates, LLP
www.klgates.com
704-331-7438
Michael S. Hawley
K&L Gates includes lawyers practicing out of 37 offices located in North America, Europe, Asiaand the Middle East, and represents numerous GLOBAL 500, FORTUNE 100, and FTSE 100corporations, in addition to growth and middle market companies, entrepreneurs, capital marketparticipants and public sector entities. Founded in 1957, the Charlotte office of K&L Gates is oneof the city's largest law offices. It has a long history of serving business clients in industries suchas banking and finance, real estate, health care, technology, manufacturing and the servicessector. For more information about K&L Gates or its locations and registrations, visitwww.klgates.com.
Charlotte, NC 28202
214 North Tryon Street, 47th Floor
Nexsen Pruet, PLLC
nexsenpruet.com
704-338-5333
Christopher H. Kouri
Nexsen Pruet is a multi-specialty law firm headquartered in Columbia, S.C., with more than 170attorneys and offices in Charlotte and Greensboro, N.C., as well as in Columbia, Charleston,Greenville, Hilton Head and Myrtle Beach, S.C. The firm offers significant advantages to clients interms of outstanding individual lawyers, a depth of talent and extensive experience in manyareas.
Charlotte, NC 28202
227 West Trade Street Suite 1550
Parker Poe
www.parkerpoe.com
704-372-9000
Alan Dexter
With over 200 attorneys in five offices across the Carolinas, Parker Poe provides strategic legaladvice to U.S. and foreign companies doing business in the Southeast and around the globe. Wenegotiate state and local incentive agreements and handle site acquisitions, tax structuring,financing and environmental permitting. We work in a range of industries, includingmanufacturing, automotive, technology, aerospace, pharmaceuticals and energy. Recently, weassisted Apple Computer with tax legislation for its $1 billion Catawba County data center, servedas Rutherford County's incentives counsel on Facebook's $450 million data center, and advisedNew Belgium Brewery on its planned $175 million Buncombe County project.
Charlotte, NC 28202-1935
401 S. Tryon St, Suite 3000
Womble Carlyle Sandridge & Rice, PLLC
www.wcsr.com
704-331-4951
John N. Hunter
Womble Carlyle's Economic Development Practice Group assists corporations with locating andexpanding operations in the Southeast and Mid-Atlantic regions. The firm understands andappreciates the complexities of the business location process. With extensive knowledge ofeconomic development incentives; land use; and siting procedures involved at the state, countyand local levels; as well as strong relationships built over many years with key governmental andcivic leaders, Womble Carlyle is ready to assist companies looking to relocate or expand theiroperations in the Charlotte region.
Charlotte, NC 28202-6025
301 South College Street, Suite 3500
Manufacturing
Celgard LLC
www.celgard.com
704-587-8415
Christopher Cowger
Celgard, LLC is a global leader in the development and production of specialty microporousmembranes. Celgard manufactures separators that are widely used in lithium-ion batteries forconsumer electronics devices, such as notebook computers and mobile phones, as well as fornew applications, including power tools and electric drive vehicles.
Charlotte, NC 28273
13840 South Lakes Drive
General Microcircuits, Inc.
www.gmimfg.com
704-663-5975
David G. Dalton
General Microcircuits is a global advanced electronics manufacturing company providing circuitboard and integrated assemblies to manufacturers in diverse industries and applications. Founded in 1980 and located 20 miles north of Charlotte, General Microcircuits serves customersin all segments of the industrial, commercial, telecommunications, medical, defense and evolvingmarket-sectors. GMI provides domestic and offshore manufacturing capabilities to meet itscustomer's needs and volumes.
Mooresville, NC 28115
PO Box 748
Keller USA, Inc
www.kellerusa.com
803-396-2000
Nick Herfurth
Fort Mill, NC 29708
2168 Carolina Place Drive
Nucor Corporation
www.nucor.com
704-366-7000
John J. Ferriola
Charlotte, NC 28211
1915 Rexford Road
Pharr Yarns
www.pharryarns.com
704-824-3551
William P. Carstarphen
Headquartered in McAdenville, N.C., Pharr Yarns is one of the most diversified sales yarnspinners in the world, manufacturing nylon, polyester and other fibers for spun and filamentyarns/fabrics for various markets, including commercial and residential carpet, industrial,apparel, hosiery and high performance uses. The customers are served from base offices acrossthe United States, Holland and Switzerland. The U.S. operations include North Carolina, Georgia,South Carolina and California. Throughout the world, Pharr is recognized for innovation, qualityand responsiveness. Pharr also is involved in commercial and residential real estate, as well ashotel ownership/management.
McAdenville, NC 28101
100 Main Street
The Springs Company
www.springs.com
803-286-3055
William G. Taylor
In a world anticipated by only visionary minds, one textile home furnishings company is clearlyleading the way to the global marketplace.Springs Global offers the capacity to meet ever-growing demand, the influence to shape ourindustry's evolution, and the talent to bring exceptional products to the consumer.Born of the merger of the textile home furnishings businesses of Springs Industries of the UnitedStates and Coteminas of Brazil in January 2006, Springs Global is the largest vertically integratedtextile home furnishings company in the world.With unsurpassed experience and unbridled passion, with international facilities and strategicalliances, we are well equipped to seize the opportunities unfolding before us.
Lancaster, SC 29721
P.O. Drawer 460
Media
Charlotte Business Journal
http://www.bizjournals.com/charlotte/
704-973-1100
Kevin Pitts
The Charlotte Business Journal delivers local business news and information that informs,instructs and helps grow your business. Every Friday, CBJ provides breaking local business newsand in-depth business coverage, industry-specific reports and a small business section. TableTalk gives a behind-the-scenes report of the area's "movers and shakers." And the leads sectionincludes new business licenses, building permits, bankruptcies and a networking calendar.Moreover, each weekday, the website www.charlottebizjournal.com is updated with localbreaking news and some of the week's top stories from the Charlotte Business Journal. Eachafternoon, a free e-mail provides that day's local business news headlines. To subscribe, call(704) 974-1144 or e-mail [email protected].
Charlotte, NC 28202
550 South Caldwell Street, Suite 910
Media Arts Collective 330, LLC
http://mac330.com
704-456-9566
Jonathan Strayhorn
Media Arts Collective's mission is to provide the greater Charlotte area and beyond with the bestquality photographs and video. The company creates video and still photography both on locationand in the studio. Images from MAC330 include portraits, head shots, weddings, corporate andsports events that have appeared in publications, such as The Charlotte Observer, PrideMagazine, Uptown Magazine, Charlotte Magazine and Qcitymetro.com. Clients have included theBechtler Museum, 100 Black Men of Greater Charlotte, The Gray Classic, Johnson C. SmithUniversity, Urban League of Central Carolinas, Carolina Jazz Concert Series (Tammy Greene) andUptown Charlotte Jazz Fest.
Charlotte, NC 28202
740 W 5th Street
NASCAR Productions
www.nascar.com
704-348-7118
Emily Woodward
NASCAR Media Group brings full-service media production and content to you at the speed ofNASCAR. Our goal is to leverage our award-winning production experience to provide best-in-class media services to enhance your company's marketing and PR business objectives. Whetheryou need production resources, studio space or video archiving assistance, or are producing afeature-length film, documentary, commercial or short video for your company, from concept topost-production, NASCAR Media Group can provide you with state-of-the-art resources to meetyour goals.
Charlotte, NC 28202
550 S Caldwell Street, Suite 2000
The Charlotte Observer
www.charlotte.com
704-358-5834
Ann Caulkins
The Charlotte Observer publishes the Carolinas' largest-circulation newspaper and operates theCharlotte market's most visited news and information website, CharlotteObserver.com. CharlotteObserver.com provides extensive national news, sports, entertainment, classifieds,weather, real estate and autos. Both the print and online papers share content with McClatchyaffiliates and our interactive partner, WCNC.com. Among the newspaper's four Pulitzer Prizes,two are for public service, the pinnacle of American journalism.
Charlotte, NC 28232
PO Box 32188
WSOC TV
www.wsoctv.com
704-335-4785
Joseph Pomilla
WSOC-TV, Charlotte's ABC television affiliate, is a subsidiary of Cox Enterprises, one of thenation's leading media companies and providers of automotive services. Our bureau reportersand photographers live in the communities they serve, and WSOC-TV is committed to thosecommunities in our 22-county viewing area. Additionally, the Channel 9 Eyewitness NewsWashington Bureau is your direct link to the news and issues that affect you in the nation'scapital.
Charlotte, NC 28206
1901 North Tryon Street
Real Estate - Commercial
America's Capital Partners
www.americascapital.com
305-995-9998
Jude M. Williams
America's Capital Partner ("ACP") is a Florida based office building investment company withholdings in major markets along the eastern seaboard, Colorado and Texas. ACP owns andoperates Class A office buildings with a focus on value enhancement through capitalimprovement programs, a strong tenant amenity base and a high level of tenant services topromote tenant loyalty and hence tenant retention.
Coral Gables, FL 33134
One Alhambra Plaza Suite 1450
Beacon Partners
beacondevelopment.com
704-597-7757
Mike Harrell
Beacon Partners is a Charlotte-based commercial real estate firm specializing in thedevelopment, acquisition, leasing and management of office, flex and industrial propertiesthroughout the Carolinas. The company's portfolio of approximately 6 million square feet includesmany projects in Charlotte and surrounding counties, as well as in Raleigh/Durham, the Triadand Greenville, S.C. Our owned and managed properties currently total more than 23 millionsquare feet and include office buildings, warehouses, shopping centers, manufacturing plants,distribution facilities, business parks and mixed-use developments.
Charlotte, NC 28202
610 E. Morehead Street, Suite 250
Bissell Companies
www.bissellcompanies.com
704-248-2000
Howard Bissell III
Bissell serves as the headquarters for a full range of real estate and related operating companieslocated in Charlotte, North Carolina. Founded in 1964, Bissell is widely recognized as the principaldeveloper of Ballantyne and SouthPark – two of the Southeast's largest and most successfulmixed use communities. Today, Bissell specializes in development, office leasing, propertymanagement, real estate investments and hotels, with ancillary interests in golf, spa and mediabusinesses. With its closely affiliated business units and unified commitment to providingextraordinary service, Bissell strives to deliver unmatched quality experiences to its customers.For more information, please call 704.248.2000 or visit www.bissellcompanies.com.
Charlotte, NC 28277
13860 Ballantyne Corporate Place, Suite 300
CBRE Group Inc.
www.cbre.com/charlotte
704-331-1201
Henry C. Lomax Jr.
For more than 30 years, CBRE has been the dominant commercial real estate services provider inCharlotte. Located in the heart of the Queen City, the Charlotte office is home to 350 employeesincluding a handful of CBRE's most distinguished corporate line of senior business leaders.Our clients range from local private companies and nonprofits to more than 80 percent of theFortune 100. Providing each company with world-class service is essential to our vision anddrives our core business lines of Asset Services, Brokerage Services, Corporate Services, Debt &Equity Financing, Investment Property Sales, Project Management and Valuation/Appraisal.
Charlotte, NC 28244
201 South College Street…
Cardinal Real Estate Partners, LLC
www.cardinal-partners.com
704-953-5500
John J. Culbertson
Cardinal Real Estate Partners, LLC helps companies with every aspect of buying, selling andleasing real estate. Staffed by educated professionals that incorporate proprietary processes,Cardinal takes real estate services to a higher level of accountability and clients' satisfaction.With more than 63 years of combined industry experience, the three principals of Cardinal RealEstate Partners help clients achieve extraordinary results for some of the most complicated dealsin the real estate industry.
Charlotte, NC 28230
PO Box 30005
Charlotte Region Commercial Board of Realtors
www.crcbr.org
704-377-8982
Theresa Salmen
The Charlotte Region Commercial Board of REALTORS® (CRCBR) is the trade association for thecommercial real estate for the Charlotte region. We are the resource for commercial propertyinformation (www.SiteIndexCharlotte.com) with members available toassist in commercial real estate needs (www.crcbr.org). We strive to maximize regional economicopportunities through the delivery of technical services, educational and professional enrichment,and targeted marketing to benefit the regional commercial real estate industry.
Charlotte, NC 28204
1300 Baxter Street Suite 360
Childress Klein Properties
www.childressklein.com
704-342-9000
Landon R. Wyatt III
With owned real estate assets of $1 billion, Childress Klein Properties has expertise in theplanning, development, leasing and management of more than 35 million square feet ofcommercial and industrial real estate. Childress Klein is currently active in Georgia, NorthCarolina, Pennsylvania, South Carolina and Virginia; through offices in Atlanta and Charlotte.Owned and managed properties currently total over 23 million square feet and include officebuildings, warehouses, shopping centers, manufacturing plants, distribution facilities, businessparks and mixed-use developments.
Charlotte, NC 28202
301 South College Street, Suite 2800
Crescent Communities, LLC
http://www.crescentcommunities.com
980-321-6234
Brian J. Natwick
Charlotte, NC 28202
227 West Trade Street-Suite 1000
Hines Charlotte Plaza, LP
www.hines.com
704-376-4186
Michael D. Delev
Hines is a privately owned, international real estate firm that has provided the highest level ofquality, service and value to its clients and investors for more than 50 years.
With a presence in more than 100 cities around the globe and investor relationships with many ofthe world's largest financial institutions, Hines has the breadth of experience, the network ofexpertise and the financial strength to assume complex and challenging investment, developmentand management projects. The company has offices in 18 countries, with regional offices inAtlanta, Chicago, Houston (U.S. headquarters), London (European headquarters), New York andSan Francisco, as well as 58 other U.S. cities.
Charlotte, NC 28244
201 S. College Street, Suite 2270
JLL
www.us.jll.com/charlotte
704-943-2300
Chase Monroe
JLL (NYSE: JLL) is a professional services and investment management firm offering specializedreal estate services to clients seeking increased value by owning, occupying and investing in realestate.
Charlotte, NC 28209
4201 Congress Street, Suite 300
Lincoln Harris
www.lincolnharris.com
704-556-1717
Johnny W. Harris
Lincoln Harris, an affiliate of Lincoln Property Company, is a full-service commercial real estatefirm focused on commercial brokerage, corporate real estate services, land services, project &development services, consulting, property management, retail services and asset management.With its headquarters in Charlotte and offices in Raleigh and Charleston, Lincoln Harris has anadditional twenty-three service offices across the country with over 500 employees. To learnmore about Lincoln Harris and its services please visit their website at www.lincolnharris.com.
Charlotte, NC 28210
4725 Piedmont Row, Suite 800
Packard Place
packardplace.us
704-248-5660
Adam Hill
Packard Place is the hub for entrepreneurship and innovation in Charlotte. Our mission is todevelop fast-growth businesses and the professional community to drive them. Packard Placeallows startups and innovative organizations to be housed in one physical location in the heart ofUptown.
Charlotte, NC 28202
222 South Church Street
Pappas Properties LLC
www.pappasproperties.com
704-716-3900
Peter Pappas
Pappas Properties develops, manages and markets residential and mixed-use projects that meetthe market's changing lifestyle needs by utilizing innovative planning and offering exceptionaldesign and amenities that add value to the overall community. Peter A. Pappas, principal, hasmore than 25 years of real estate experience, including the development of resort, residential,office, retail, mixed-use properties and master-planned communities. Charlotte-based PappasProperties and its team of professionals provide in-house expertise in land development,construction, project financing, marketing, sales and property management. Pappas Propertieshas executed a number of national and international award-winning and multi-use projectsthroughout the Charlotte area, including Phillips Place, Metropolitan and Birkdale Village.
Charlotte, NC 28210
4777 Sharon Road Suite 550
Parkway Properties
www.pky.com
704-625-5818
Bryan F. Howell
Charlotte, NC 28202
214 North Tryon
Percival McGuire Commercial Real Estate Brokerage
www.pmcre.com
704-632-1000
N.J. Godbold
Specializing in the areas of brokerage/leasing, property management, development and propertyinvestments, Percival McGuire Commercial Real Estate has been providing services to theCharlotte region for more than 50 years. The approach is based on a customer-focused businessmodel that is progressive, sophisticated and designed to respond to your specific commercial realestate needs. Clients choose Percival McGuire for their real estate and brokerage expertise.
Charlotte, NC 28209
4600 Park Road Suite 525
Regus
www.regus.com
704-232-8098
Philip Costantini
Regus is the global workplace provider. Its network of more than 2,000 business centers in 104countries provides convenient, high-quality, workspaces for business of all sizes. The center'sprovide a collaborative, flexible work environment and feature fully furnished offices, meetingsrooms and drop-in business lounges. More than 1.85 million customers visit a Regus locationeach day, enabling them to work whenever and wherever they need to. Large companies such as Google, Toshiba and GlaxoSmithKline outsource their workspace needsto Regus so that their businesses can be more flexible and successful. There are 12 strategiclocations located in the Charlotte area.
Charlotte, NC 28210
6000 Fairview Road Suite 1200
SunCap Property Group
www.suncappg.com
704-945-8500
Flint McNaughton
SunCap Property Group is a national commercial real estate development, investment andadvisory firm, headquartered in Charlotte with additional offices in Pittsburgh and Denver. Inaddition to providing corporate real estate advisory services for our clients across North America,we specialize in the development of single tenant, build-to-suit facilities and the acquisition anddisposition of institutional-grade real estate in key markets.
Charlotte, NC 28209
6101 Carnegie Blvd, Suite 180
The Keith Corporation
www.thekeithcorp.com
704-332-2522
Alan Lewis
The Keith Corporation is a full-service commercial real estate firm, offering a wealth of expertisein all aspects of real estate services, including industrial and office build-to-suit development,industrial shell building development, business park marketing and development, third-partydevelopment services, management services and brokerage services. Based in Charlotte, thecompany operates throughout the U.S., Canada and the United Kingdom. Since 1989, The KeithCorporation has completed more than 120 development projects valued at over $1 billion.
Charlotte, NC 28209
5935 Carnegie Boulevard, Suite 200
The Knox Group
www.knoxgroupinc.com
704-896-1911
Charles E. Knox Jr.
The Knox Group exists to meet the commercial real estate needs of their clients and partners.This includes site selection, tenant representation, site and building development, and propertymanagement services.
Huntersville, NC 28078
16740 Birkdale Commons Parkway, Suite 202
Real Estate - Residential
Allen Tate Relocation and Corporate Services
www.TateRelocation.com
855-384-7154
DJ Stephan
Allen Tate Relocation Services is a nationally acclaimed leader in the relocation and real estateindustry dedicated to relocating employees. Our timeline begins with developing a relocationpolicy designed specifically for your move. Our services are designed to save time and money, aswell as ensure successful transfers. By providing individual counseling, there is a smoothtransaction from start to finish. Allen Tate's professionals: create customized relocation packetsbased on individual needs; assist in home-finding and selling options for temporary and/orpermanent moves, and assist with shipping and storing belongings. As part of Allen Tate Familyof Companies, counselors also will assist with insurance and financing. Call us for a relocation timeline to help plan a successful move.
Charlotte, NC 28210
6700 Fairview Road
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Carolinas Realty
www.BHHSCarolinas.com/
336-714-2423
Tommy Camp
The Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Carolinas Realty family of companies has over 700 salesassociates and 13 offices across North Carolina. It is one of the largest residential real estatefirms serving all three of North Carolina's major metropolitan markets – doing business asBerkshire Hathaway HomeServices Carolinas Realty in Charlotte and Winston-Salem; BerkshireHathaway HomeServices York Simpson Underwood Realty in the Triangle; and BerkshireHathaway HomeServices Yost & Little Realty in Greensboro. The BHHS Carolinas family ofcompanies is proud to be a part of HomeServices of America, Inc., the second largest residentialreal estate brokerage firm in the United States.
Charlotte, NC 28210
4625 Piedmont Row Drive, Suite 135-A
Premier Sotheby's International Realty
http://www.premiersothebysrealty.com/eng/office/245-b-3285-4001092/premier-sothebys-international-realty
704-248-0243
Finley Hair
Premier Sotheby's International Realty, an influential affiliate in the Sotheby's InternationalRealty® brand, is a leading luxury real estate brokerage firm in the markets it serves, providingexceptional service, in-depth local knowledge, innovative marketing strategies, and a true globalnetwork for its customers.Led by real estate veteran Judy Green, the firm has more than 800 employees and associates in24 locations strategically located across Florida and throughout the Carolinas, with headquartersin Naples, Fla. For more information, visit www.premiersothebysrealty.com.
Charlotte, NC 28210
5970 Fairview Road, Suite 110
Wilkinson ERA Real Estate
http://www.wilkinsonera.com/
888-928-0048
Joan Thomas
Wilkinson ERA was founded in 1999 in Charlotte, North Carolina by Scott E. Wilkinson. It hasgrown to be one of the Carolinas most innovative and successful real estate companies with 13offices throughout North and South Carolina.The award winning Relocation and CorporateServices division consistently delivers the highest level of service to corporate transferees andcorporate clients. Wilkinson ERA's Relocation and Corporate Services team can provide assistancewith group moves, area tours, relocation packets, home finding and rental assistance. TheWilkinson ERA team is strategically structured to provide the highest level of service to all clients.
Charlotte, NC 28277
10706 Sikes Place Suite 150
Research and Development
NC Research Campus/Castle & Cooke
www.ncresearchcampus.net
704-938-5400
Clyde Higgs
The North Carolina Research Campus is home to corporate, academic and healthcare partnersfocused on advancing science at the intersection of human health, agriculture and nutrition.Located on a 350-acre campus in Kannapolis, NC, just north of Charlotte, the NCRC has over amillion square feet of lab and office space under management that includes five buildings and theresearch power of eight world-renowned North Carolina universities and colleges. In addition tothe universities' presence, the NCRC is home to General Mills, Sensory Spectrum, Monsanto,LabCorp, Dole Foods, Inc. and Crown Bio. For more information, visitwww.ncresearchcampus.net. colleges, it aims to aggressively create an industry and academichub for bioscience research and training. Castle & Cooke, Inc. and Dole Food Company, Inc. areprivately held companies owned by David H. Murdock, chairman and CEO of both companies.Formerly listed on the NYSE, both companies were acquired by Mr. Murdock in 2000 and 2003,respectively. The combined companies employ 63,000 people in about 90 countries.
Kannapolis, NC 28081
210 Oak Ave
Restaurants
BLT Steakhouse
www.bltsteak.com
704-972-4380
Rachael Burns
BLT Steak at The Ritz-Carlton, Charlotte integrates Southern hospitality with the BLT brand in anurbane, yet warm, Uptown Charlotte location. The menu showcases BLT's signature warmgruyere popovers along with generous sides, specially selected steaks and fresh seafood. Inaddition to the BLT Steak menu, weekly blackboard specials highlight southern flavors andingredients. The Modern American Steakhouse's 75-seat dining room and bustling bar and loungeprovide the true BLT experience with a Southern charm.
Charlotte, NC 28202
110 N. College Street
Bojangles' Restaurants, Inc.
www.bojangles.com
704-527-2675
Randy Kibler
Founded in 1977 in Charlotte, Bojangles' Restaurants Inc. serves all of its own proprietary menuitems, such as made-from-scratch buttermilk biscuits, Legendary Iced Tea®, delicious fixin's andspecially seasoned, never-frozen fried chicken. Bojangles' boasts more than 500 locations in 10states, primarily in the Southeast and the District of Columbia, as well as two internationalrestaurants. For more information, visit www.bojangles.com or follow us on Facebook andTwitter.
Charlotte, NC 28273
9432 Southern Pines Blvd
Del Frisco's Steak House
www.Delfriscos.com
704-552-5502
Leila Lachichi
Charlotte, NC 28210
4725 Piedmont Row Drive, Suite 170
Halcyon Flavors from the Earth
http://www.halcyonflavors.com/
704-910-0865
Ashley Swensen
Charlotte, NC 28202
500 S Tryon St
Retail
Food Lion, LLC
www.foodlion.com
704-633-8250
Teross W. Young
Food Lion LLC is a subsidiary of Brussels-based Delhaize Group (NYSE: DEG). Food Lion LLCoperates more than 1,200 supermarkets, either directly or through affiliated entities, under thenames of Food Lion, Bloom, Bottom Dollar Food, Harveys and Reid's. These stores meet localcustomer needs and preferences for the freshest and best quality products. Food Lion LLCemploys approximately 73,000 associates in 11 Southeast and Mid-Atlantic states.
Salisbury, NC 28145-1330
P.O. Box 1330
Lowe's Companies Inc.
www.lowes.com
(704) 758-2340
Scott D. Mason
A Fortune 50 company, Lowe's is the second-largest home improvement retailer in the world.Lowe's serves approximately 15 million customers a week at more than 1,750 homeimprovement stores in the U.S., Canada and Mexico.
Mooresville, NC 28117
1000 Lowe's Blvd.
Transportation
Aberdeen Carolina & Western Railway Company
www.ACWR.com
910-974-4219
Jennifer L. Harrell
The Aberdeen Carolina & Western Railway is a freight railroad in North Carolina that connects toboth CSX and Norfolk Southern. This 150 mile rail network provides access to more markets aswell as the most competitive freight rates for industrial customers. We have shovel ready andgreenfield sites for new industrial users needing rail access in the Charlotte Marketplace. Give usa call today
Candor, NC 27229
967 NC Hwy 211 E
American Airlines
www.aa.com
704-359-3738
Tracy Montross
American Airliness operates its second largest hub in Charlotte with more than 727 daily flightsto over 142 non-stop destinations. These destinations include the western U.S., Latin America,Canada and the Caribbean, as well as Frankfurt, London, Paris, Rome, Madrid and all majorbusiness centers on the East Coast. American Airlines also employs nearly 10,000 colleagues atCharlotte-Douglas International Airport.
Charlotte, NC 28219
PO Box 19004
Charlotte Douglas International Airport
www.charlotteairport.com
704-359-4000
Brent Cagle
Charlotte Douglas International Airport (CLT) is owned and operated by the City of Charlotte. Serving more than 38 million passengers in 2010, CLT is the fastest growing airport in the UnitedStates and is ranked 6th nationally in airport operations and 11th in passengers.* Six majorcarriers, 14 regional carriers and three foreign flag carriers offers more than 700 daily flightsfrom CLT with nonstop service to 138 destinations, including 36 international locations. *Datafrom Airports Council International.
Charlotte, NC 28208
5601 Wilkinson Blvd.
Enterprise Holdings
www.enterpriseholdings.com
Brian Bostic
Charlotte, NC 28217
5715 Westpark Drive…
Lancaster & Chester Railroad LLC
www.landcrailroad.com
803-286-2100
Stephen Gedney
The L&C Railroad, owned by the Gulf & Ohio Railways, Inc. of Knoxville, Tennessee, is a well-capitalized, financially strong, 60 mile short line railroad based in Lancaster, S.C., 35 miles southof Charlotte, that serves large and small manufacturing industries in Chester, Lancaster, andYork Counties, S. C. We provide direct rail interchange with CSX and Norfolk Southern thatconnect our customers with the national rail network and provide them with customized servicealong with competitive rail freight rates. With over 115 years of continuous rail operations in theregion, the L&C Railroad is a strong transportation ally for industrial expansion and futuregrowth. The Railroad has access to over 4500 acres of industrially zoned sites including theCRP's only certified "Carolinas Mega Site" located in Chester County, S.C. on I-77 betweenInterchanges 62-65. The Railroad has expanded its operations to include a Rail Passenger Carrebuilding and restoration service and a Luxury Rail Car leasing service. Contact us atwww.landcrailroad.com.
Lancaster, SC 29721-1450
P.O. Box 1450
Magellan Group
www.magellangroup.net
704-504-9204
Robert W. Fessler
Charlotte, NC 28273-3645
2345 B Township Road
Queen City Helicopter Corporation
www.QCHELI.com
704-629-4677
Rocco Novelli
Queen City Helicopter is Charlotte's only Premier Helicopter Service. We are based out of our ownFAA approved private heliport (6NC6). Located just 10 minutes away from Charlotte DouglasInternational Airport. Queen City Helicopter Corp. is a subsidiary of our parent company NorthCarolina Helicopter, Inc which has been providing aviation services to the Charlotte area since1978. Our services include but are not limited to: Sightseeing, Tours, Charters & Transportation, FlightTraining , Aerial Photo Operations, Filming, Power line and Pipeline inspection. Employee Bonus,Corporate Team Building, Weddings, Promotional events, and so much more. Please visit us at www.qcheli.com and let us know how we can customize our services to fit yourneeds.
Gastonia, NC 28052
125 Fraley Road
Utilities
Chester County Natural Gas Authority
www.chestergas.com
803-385-3157
Mike Enoch
The Chester County Natural Gas Authority service area is defined as being Chester County, SouthCarolina, Lockhart School District in Union County, and the Mitford and Blackstock area inFairfield County. Chester County Natural Gas Authority strives to fulfill our mission of improving the welfare of thecommunities that we serve by providing quality natural gas service at competitive rates in a safe,environmentally clean and efficient manner.
Chester, SC 29706
PO Box 220
Duke Energy Carolinas
www.duke-energy.com
(704) 382-7195
Stuart N. Heishman
Duke Energy's economic development program is unique to the utility industry. With a laser focuson aggressive business development, an award winning Site Readiness program, and highlyexperienced economic development professionals, we can serve as your single point of contactduring site selection. We collaborate effectively with our States, Regions and local communitiesin providing thorough and timely responses to your requests for site specific information. Our sixstate service footprint maintains some of the most attractive electrical rates in the Country - insome cases 25% below the national average. Our mission is clear....provide affordable, reliableand clean energy to new and expanding industries in the communities we serve. Duke Energy is the largest electric power holding company in the United States, supplying and
Charlotte, NC 28202
526 South Church Street Mail Code: ECO3ZD
delivering energy to approximately 7.2 million U.S. customers in the Southeast and Midwest. Wehave approximately 57,500 megawatts of electric generating capacity in the Carolinas, theMidwest and Florida – and natural gas distribution services in Ohio and Kentucky. Ourcommercial and international businesses own and operate diverse power generation assets inNorth America and Latin America, including a portfolio of renewable energy assets. Headquartered in Charlotte, N.C., Duke Energy is a Fortune 250 company traded on the NewYork Stock Exchange under the symbol DUK. For more information on how we can help you findthe perfect spot for your business, please visit our website at: www.duke-energy.com
ElectriCities of North Carolina, Inc.
www.electricities.com
919-760-6363
Brenda Daniels
ElectriCities provides customer service and safety training, emergency and technical assistance,communications, economic development, government affairs and legal services. Throughconsolidation of these services, members save their customers the expense of administeringthese functions locally. ElectriCities also provides management services to the state's twomunicipal power agencies: North Carolina Municipal Power Agency Number 1 (NCMPA1) andNorth Carolina Eastern Municipal Power Agency (NCEMPA). Most member cities have been in theelectric business for 100 years or more.
Raleigh, NC 27604
1427 Meadow Wood Blvd.
Lancaster County Natural Gas Authority
http://www.lcngasc.com/
803-285-2045
Timothy B. Thornton
Since 1954 the Lancaster County Natural Gas Authority has provided efficient, low cost, naturalgas service to the residents, businesses, and industry of Lancaster County, South Carolina.
Lancaster, SC 29721
P.O. Box 949
PSNC Energy
www.psncenergy.com
704-810-3225
George B. Ratchford
PSNC Energy, headquartered in Gastonia, N.C., is franchised to serve a 28-county service area inNorth Carolina. The utility distributes natural gas to approximately 480,000 customers in 96cities and communities, including the Raleigh, Durham, and Chapel Hill areas in the north centralpart of the state; the Concord, Statesville, Gastonia, and Forest City areas in the Piedmont; andthe Asheville, Hendersonville, Brevard, and Sylva areas in the western part of the state. Moreinformation about PSNC Energy is available through the company's web site atwww.psncenergy.com
Gastonia, NC 28053-1398
800 Gaston Road
Piedmont Natural Gas
www.piedmontng.com
704-731-4063
George M. Baldwin
Piedmont Natural Gas is an energy service company primarily engaged in the distribution ofnatural gas to more than one million, commercial and industrial utility customers in NorthCarolina, South Carolina and Tennessee, including 62,000 customers served by municipalitiesthat are wholesale customers. Piedmont's subsidiaries are invested in joint-venture, energy-related businesses, including unregulated retail natural gas marketing, interstate natural gasstorage and intrastate natural gas transportation.
Charlotte, NC 28210
4720 Piedmont Row Drive
South Carolina Power Team
www.scpowerteam.com
(803) 254-9211
James Chavez
South Carolina has an electric power production, distribution and marketing team unique inAmerica, created expressly to provide service to the people and businesses of the state. Theteam consists of a state-owned, electric generating utility, Santee Cooper; a generation andtransmission company, Central Electric Power Cooperative; 20 non-profit, customer-ownedelectric distribution cooperatives; and an economic development marketing organization,Providing retail power at a lower cost than the state, regional and national averages, this powerteam has been credited with attracting billions of dollars in capital investment and thousands ofjobs to South Carolina.
Columbia, SC 29201-3212
1201 Main Street…
Alexander County Economic Development Corporation
http://alexanderedc.org/
828-632-1161
David Icenhour
Taylorsville, NC 28681
621 Liledoun Road
Cabarrus Economic Development
www.cabarrusedc.com
704-782-4000
Patrick Coughlin
Kannapolis, NC 28083
3003 Dale Earnhardt Boulevard
Catawba County Economic Development Corporation
www.catawbaedc.org
828-267-1564
Scott Millar
Hickory, NC 28602
1960-B 13th Avenue Drive SE
Chester County Economic Development
www.choosechester.com
803-377-1216
Karlisa Parker
Richburg, SC 29729
The Gateway
Chesterfield County Economic Development Board
www.chesterfieldcountysc.org
843-623-6500
Kim Burch
Chesterfield, SC 29709
200 West Main Street
City of Charlotte
http://charmeck.org/city/charlotte/nbs/ed/
704-336-5612
Patrick Mumford
Charlotte, NC 28202
600 E. Trade St
Cleveland County Economic Development Partnership
www.ccedp.com
704-487-8521
Kristin H. Reese
Shelby, NC 28152
1800 East Marion Street
Gaston County Economic Development Commission
www.gaston.org
704-825-4046
Donny Hicks
Belmont, NC 28012
620 North Main Street
Iredell County
www.co.iredell.nc.us
704-878-3050
Ronald R. Smith
Statesville, NC 28687
P.O. Box 788
Lancaster County
www.lancastercountysc.net
803-416-9300
Steve Willis
Lancaster, SC 29721
PO Box 1809
Lincoln Economic Development Association
www.lincolneda.org
704-732-1511
Cliff Brumfield
Lincolnton, NC 28092
502 East Main Street
Mecklenburg County
http://charmeck.org/mecklenburg/county/Pages/Home.aspx
704-432-2163
Timmothy Tibbs
Charlotte, NC 28231
PO Box 31787
Monroe-Union Economic Development
www.unioncpp.com
704-282-4763
Chris Platé
Monroe, NC 28111-0292
P.O. Box 69
Mooresville-South Iredell Economic Development Corporation
www.edcmooresville.org
704-664-6922
Robby Carney Jr.
Mooresville, NC 28115
151 East Iredell Avenue
Rowan WORKS Economic Development
www.rowanworks.com
(704) 637-5526
Robert Van Geons
Salisbury, NC 28144
204 East Innes Street…
Stanly County Economic Development Commission
www.stanlyedc.org
704-986-3682
Paul Stratos
Albemarle, NC 28001
1000 North First Street, Suite 11
Statesville Regional Development
www.StatesvilleRegion.com
(704) 871-0062
Michael C. Smith
Statesville, NC 28677
116 N. Center St.
York County Economic Development Board
www.ycedb.com
803-802-4300
David Swenson
Fort Mill, SC 29708
1830 Second Baxter Crossing
