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America's top-ranked state for Workforce Development wants to partner with YOUR business! Visit commerce.nc.gov/employers to learn more and complete the interest form. #NCWorks #WorkforceDevelopment #WorkforceWednesday

We want YOU to hire more veterans.  🇺🇸 Our veterans are mission-driven, disciplined, and ready to lead.  Find, recruit, and retain top veteran talent with support from @VETS_DOL at every level.  Build your veteran-ready workforce today: bit.ly/4vKgKgT

NC Commerce Chief Deputy Secretary Kenny Flowers is at the @NCDMVA Roadshow, meeting with North Carolina businesses, veterans, and military spouses to explore how hiring from the military community strengthens the state workforce. #UnlockTheAdvantage #HireVeteransNC #NCMilSpouse

Last week, Governor Josh Stein announced that American Eagle Outfitters Inc. will invest $41 million in Salisbury for a new Southeast distribution hub. The company expects to create more than 200 new jobs in Rowan County. Read more about the announcement: commerce.nc.gov/news/press-rel…

📅 National Hire a Veteran Day is July 25! We've got the resources to help employers recruit, hire, and retain veteran talent. 👉 Learn more: bit.ly/3Dkmwg7

Six years. One consistent story. Recognized as one of @CNBC's Top States for Business for six consecutive years, North Carolina continues to stand out with a strong economy, a world-class workforce, and a competitive business environment. edpnc.com/why-nc/

#ICYMI: North Carolina was recently awarded the 2026 Platinum Shovel Award by Area Development magazine! This marks the fourth time in five years that the state has received this honor for outstanding job creation and investment. #EconDev

NC Employers: Don’t wait! Review your NCSUITS account and be sure to file and pay any outstanding wage reports. Outstanding payments must be paid by July 31 to be credited toward your 2027 tax rate calculations.

Register today for a webinar, "Exploring Untapped Labor Pools: Recruiting #Veterans for #Manufacturing Careers," scheduled for Sept. 17! ies.ncsu.edu/event/explorin… #HireVets @NCStateIES

@VisitNC The designation as a Certified NC Destination Business helps strengthen small businesses as destination-worthy experiences. Secretary Lilley stopped by 3 of Murphy's Certified N.C. Destination Businesses: Olive's Porch, Indigo Mountain Traders, and the Murphy Art Center. (2/3)

@VisitNC Learn more the Certified NC Destination Business program: commerce.nc.gov/news/press-rel…

#TBT: Last week, N.C. Commerce Secretary Lee Lilley visited Western NC to highlight tourism opportunities and recovery efforts in the region. Secretary Lilley toured downtown Murphy, a NC Main Street Community that is home to several Certified N.C. Destination Businesses. (1/3)

Western NC is open for business! Check out this article on the reopening of Lake Lure, ongoing recovery efforts, and opportunities to support the community through tourism: carolinapublicpress.org/76037/hickory-… #LocalTourism #NCTravelSeason #WNCRecovery #VisitNC

Employers: 2Q2026 reports are due July 31. Also, please file and pay any late wage reports ASAP.

📢 Employer Notice: SIDES–EV Web Services and E-Response will be unavailable today, July 16, from 11 a.m. to 6:15 p.m. ET due to an EV migration. No other SIDES services will be affected.

Don’t miss out on helpful DES tools! Use SIDES for claims. Use NCSUITS for filing, payments, and updates. Save time and skip the phone lines. ✔

@NC_Governor @Etsy @VisitNC More about Asheville's Craft Catalyst Initiative: commerce.nc.gov/news/press-rel…

Yesterday, Governor Josh Stein and First Lady Anna Stein joined e-commerce platform Etsy to celebrate the launch of the Craft Catalyst Initiative, a new partnership that will invest $10 million in creative economies across the country, including Asheville. (1/3) #RuralDev

Employers in the energy and electrical industry are invited to join a virtual career fair on Thursday, August 20, 2026, from 10AM-2PM! Employer Pre-Registration (at no cost) is OPEN at: ncbce.iad1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_0V… @NCBCE

Classrooms aren't the only places where career paths start. Apprenticeships and other work-based learning opportunities help North Carolinians gain hands on experience, build new skills, and earn a paycheck. Learn more: commerce.nc.gov/first-opportun… #NCWorks #FirstInOpportunity