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Oasis Films in Pineville, NC

Charlotte's Film Industry Punches Up Economic Development

Directors of the world, take notice. The Charlotte region is ready for its close-up. But that’s nothing new. The area around Charlotte has been front and center in the film and television production industry for years. The industry packs an annual economic impact of nearly $500 million and 2,500 jobs. Dozens of blockbusters have taken to the silver screen in Charlotte over the years, including The Patriot, Talladega Nights, Cold Mountain and Shallow Hal. Dreambridge Films, a film finance... Read More »
The Ritz-Carlton in Charlotte, NC

Charlotte's Energy Services Becoming Top Industry

In many regions, the idea of an “energy economy” has become so hackneyed that the word “green” is slapped on just about anything – even absent meaningful innovation or impact.Charlotte USA is not one of those regions.The energy economy in and around Charlotte is thriving, and the communities that are boasting success have more than passionate anecdotes to make their case. The numbers tell the story.The Charlotte region is home to more than 235 energy-related... Read More »
The Carolinas Medical Center in Charlotte, NC.

Charlotte USA, NC Top Employers

Led by health-care providers and financial services, Charlotte USA is a region with a large and varied workforce that supports a variety of industries. Here is a list of the region's top employers: Carolinas Healthcare System Wells Fargo/Wachovia Bank of America Wal-Mart Stores Inc. Presbyterian Regional Healthcare Corp. Delhaize America Inc./Food Lion LLC Duke Energy Corporation Ruddick Corporation Daimler Trucks North America Lowes Companies Inc. US Airways Group   Read More »
Uptown Charlotte, NC

Charlotte, NC is a Great City for College Grads

It should really come as no shock that Charlotte, NC, made the cut. Its prime location in one of the nation's largest urban regions means that any number of industries are available to the grads flocking to Charlotte's gates. Those desiring anything in the distribution or banking business may find themselves especially lucky. Thanks to real estate areas in Charlotte, like the hip and eclectic NoDa neighborhood, the city has some major pull outside of its impressive economics. Median resident... Read More »