Eastern North Carolina is an amazing place to live, work, learn, and play. But many people don’t realize this, even if they live here. Our marketing initiatives help tell our region’s unique story through lifestyle marketing campaigns and high-quality media that shines a spotlight on all the special things happening here. Eastern North Carolina may not be a good fit for everyone, but we will work hard to connect with those who have an interest in a region like ours.
Shines a light on our region’s best kept secrets
Though our marketing initiatives we aim to:
Storytelling as vibrant as our people and region
We deliver on our marketing goals through impactful and creative strategies and initiatives, including:

STEM East builds a strong regional talent pipeline by equipping educators and students with STEM resources, curriculum, and real-world career pathways.

We partner with regional employers to strengthen Eastern North Carolina’s workforce pipeline, promote career opportunities, and support efforts to prepare, attract, and retain top talent.

We elevate Eastern North Carolina’s story through region-wide marketing that highlights the area’s opportunity, beauty, and creativity for residents and audiences beyond.

We strengthen the region’s talent ecosystem by surfacing untapped opportunities and supporting overlooked individuals in accessing training and career pathways.

We help restore vibrancy and pride in Eastern North Carolina’s small towns and rural communities through redevelopment planning and revitalization efforts.