Economic Development Leadership Announced

At their June meeting, the Board of Directors of the Halifax County Economic Development Commission elected officers for the upcoming fiscal year, highlighting a strong lineup of local leadership for the year ahead. Enfield native Ronnie Locke was re-elected as Chairman, continuing his dedicated service to the Board. The Board also elected Sherry Jensen, former Vice-President of Finance at ECU Health North Hospital as Vice-Chair and retired Truist executive, Chip Fouts, was elected Secretary.

“I am honored to be re-elected as Chair of the Economic Development Commission,” commented Ronnie Locke. “I look forward to continuing to work with the officers and Board of Directors to promote Halifax County as a great place to live, work, and raise a family.”

The Economic Development Commission is made up of citizen volunteers appointed by the Halifax County Board of Commissioners and serves as an advisory board for economic development. The Board is a diverse group of individuals with expertise in finance, education, manufacturing, marketing, agriculture, and business ownership.

The mission of the Commission is to support the creation of new jobs and investment in Halifax County and the retention and expansion of Halifax County’s existing business and industry. For more information about the Halifax County Economic Development Commission, visit www.halifaxdevelopment.com.