Halifax County Economic Development Commission (HCEDC)

The Halifax County Economic Development Commission (HCEDC) is the lead economic development organization for Halifax County. The mission of the Halifax County Economic Development 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.

HCEDC’s offices are housed at the Halifax County Visitors Center located at 260 Premier Boulevard, adjacent to Interstate 95 (Exit 173). The Halifax County Convention & Visitors Bureau is co-located with HCEDC to provide one stop access for community and visitor information and business and industry support services.

HCEDC can provide valuable, confidential support for new and expanding business and industry development. A sampling of our services is provided below:

• Detailed site selection Information (industrial parks, Greenfield sites, and available industrial buildings)
• Assistance in securing incentives, low interest loans, and grant funds to support business/industry location and expansion
• Assistance in securing Local & State Incentives
• Community orientation services for prospective employees or relocatees
• Coordinate resources between Halifax County, state and regional partners, and our municipalities in implementing economic development activities
• Assistance in securing the best workforce for our new and expanding business and industry
• Continued service and support through the Halifax County Business Retention & Expansion Program

Board of Directors

Scott Aman
Tony Brown
Chenoa Davis
Chip Fouts, Secretary
Danny Hinnant
Jack Kiger

Sherry Jensen, Vice Chair
Ronnie Locke, Chairman
Kris Neal
Portia Shields
Carl Ferebee
Sallie Smith

Ex-Officio

Vernon J. Bryant
Dia Denton
Dr. Patrena Elliott

Lori Medlin
Kelly Traynham
Thomas Wrenn

Leadership, Experience and Dedication to Halifax County

The Halifax County Economic Development Commission Board of Directors is made up of volunteers appointed by the Halifax County Board of Commissioners representing all geographic areas of the county. These individuals represent a cross-section of Halifax County’s business, education, agricultural, financial, manufacturing, and community leadership sectors. Through their service, Board members help guide the Commission’s efforts to strengthen the local economy, support existing businesses, attract new investment, encourage job creation, and advance long-term economic development opportunities for Halifax County.

The Economic Development Commission meets on the first Wednesday in the months of January, March, May, June, September, and November at 5:00 p.m. at the Halifax County Visitor Center, 260 Premier Boulevard, Roanoke Rapids, North Carolina.

Halifax County Economic Development Commission Staff

Cathy A. Scott
Executive Director

Halifax County Economic Development Commission
260 Premier Boulevard
Roanoke Rapids, NC 27870
Phone:  252-519-2630