NORTH CAROLINA

2025 Cooperative Marketing Program

The Economic Development Partnership of North Carolina (EDPNC) Cooperative Marketing Program is an annual program to jointly market the state with our partners, through activities such as in-market consultant visits, trade shows, hospitality receptions, print advertising, and drone site overviews (custom site videos using the EDPNC produced drone footage and animation). We hope you will find an offering that will help meet your community’s needs while taking advantage of the opportunity to join with us and other partners around the state to promote North Carolina as a premier business destination.

Application notes:

  • The program’s application request window is open from October 10 to October 25. Any application requests received after 5 pm on October 25, 2024, will be added to the waitlist.

  • In the event there are more partner requests than available slots, priority will be assigned to local/regional economic development partner organizations, followed by private allies that are currently EDPNC investors, followed by all others.

  • The EDPNC reserves the right to balance participation to allow a diverse selection of partners at each event.

  • Cancellation of domestic events must be made 60 days prior to the event to receive a full refund.

  • Cancellation of international events must be made 90 days prior to the event to receive a full refund.

  • If you cancel after the 60- or 90-day window, a refund will be considered only if another partner can be identified as a replacement.

  • Participation in the 2025 Cooperative Marketing Program does not include any travel expenses or accommodation (unless otherwise noted) and needs to be made of your own accord. However, we will provide recommendations to centrally located hotels and transportation when possible.

1. outreach to site selector community

1. outreach to site selector community

Join the EDPNC Business Recruitment team for a one-day event with multiple premier site selection consultants in three of our largest markets – Dallas, Atlanta, and Chicago. We will host a luncheon or reception in each city where we invite 10-15 consultants to promote North Carolina as a premier business destination. Specific dates for each city will be determined by the beginning of the year.
*Participation fee includes access for one person per organization to this event.


1A. DALLAS, TX

Spring (March/April)

  • Available Spaces: 15

  • Local/County Partners: $1,000

  • Regional Partnership/Service Providers: $1,250


1B. Atlanta, GA

Summer (July/August)

  • Available Spaces: 15

  • Local/County Partners: $1,000

  • Regional Partnerships/ Service Providers: $1,250


1C. CHICAGO, IL

Fall (September/October)

  • Available Spaces: 15

  • Local/County Partners: $1,000

  • Regional Partnerships/ Service Providers: $1,250


2. TRADE SHOWS

2. TRADE SHOWS

Join the EDPNC Business Development team for a variety of industry trade shows that will enable you to increase the visibility of your community, region, or firm among key industry audiences.
*Participation fee includes access for one person per organization*


2A. Medical Design & Manufacturing West

February 4 - 6 // Anaheim, CA

MD&M West brings together top MedTech innovators from across the country and beyond, highlighting their latest breakthroughs at this tradeshow. You will experience a diverse range of medical devices, tools, and innovative technologies that are driving progress in healthcare. For more information about this tradeshow, visit the event website.

The EDPNC attended and exhibited at this show for the first time in 2023 and returned with 14 leads. This year the Business Development team returned with 10 leads.

Participation in this event includes access to the exhibit hall and the EDPNC booth.

  • Available Spaces: 5

  • Local/County Partners: $1,800

  • Regional Partnerships/Service Providers: $2,000


2B. NATURAL PROducts EXPO WEST

March 5 - 7 // ANAHEIM, CA

Natural Products Expo West is the leading trade show in the natural, organic, and healthy products industry. This trade show provides a valuable opportunity for in-person discovery, drawing buyers from both big box and small independent retailers, who are seeking the hottest products in organic and natural foods, clean beauty and home products, and supplements and ingredients. For more information about this trade show, visit the event website.

The EDPNC has attended and exhibited at this show since 2022. Our leads increased from 9 leads in 2023 to 18 leads in 2024.

Participation in this event includes access to the exhibit hall and the EDPNC booth.

  • Available Spaces: 7

  • Local/County Partners: $1,800

  • Regional Partnerships/Service Providers: $2,000


2C. International Battery Seminar

March 17 - 20 // Orlando, FL

The International Battery Seminar displays the latest advancements in energy storage for automobiles, consumer electronics, industrial uses, and military applications. This tradeshow includes access to the exhibition space covering new products, materials, and manufacturing techniques for all battery systems and related technologies. Connect with industry leaders and learn more about the future of battery technology. For more information about this trade show, visit the event website.

The EDPNC attended and exhibited at this show for the first time in 2022 and returned with 5 leads. In 2023 and 2024 the Business Development team returned with 16 leads.

Participation in this event includes access to the exhibit hall and the EDPNC booth.

  • Available Spaces: 7

  • Local/County Partners: $1,800

  • Regional Partnerships/Service Providers: $2,000


2D. Maintenance Repair and Overhaul Americas

April 8 - 10 // Atlanta, GA

The Maintenance Repair and Overhaul Americas show is the largest gathering of the aviation maintenance community in the world and takes place annually in the US. This past year, MRO Americas gathered over 17,000 industry professionals and more than 1,000 solution and service providers. Attendees include airlines, OEMs, MRO service providers, leasing companies, aviation authorities, and regulators. For more information about this trade show, visit the event website.

The EDPNC has not exhibited at this show in the past.

*Participation in this event includes access to the exhibit hall and the EDPNC kiosk.

  • Available Spaces: 5

  • Local/County Partners: $1,000

  • Regional Partnerships/Service Providers: $1,500


2E. SELECTUSA

MaY 11-14 // National Harbor, MD

SelectUSA is a program led by the US Department of Commerce that focuses on facilitating job-creating business investment into the US and raising awareness of the critical role that economic development plays in the nation’s economy. Since its inception, SelectUSA has facilitated more than $200 billion in investment, creating, and/or retaining over 200,000 US jobs. The SelectUSA Investment Summit brings the diversity of the US together under one roof, enabling businesses to find the people, resources, and market they need to be successful. Topics will range from infrastructure to workforce development, and speaker line ups will feature prominent industry experts and government officials. For more information about this trade show, visit the event website.

The EDPNC has attended and exhibited at this show every year since 2016 (with 2020 being the exception). This year the team returned with 126 leads.

*Participation in this event includes a full conference badge, access to the exhibit hall and the EDPNC Booth, and an invitation to the North Carolina reception.

  • Available Spaces: 15

  • Local/County Partners: $3,250

  • Regional Partnerships/Service Providers: $3,500


2F. SelectUSA North CarolinA Reception

MAY 12 // National Harbor, MD

Join the North Carolina Team for an evening of networking, delicious food and drinks, and breathtaking views from the National Harbor Capital Wheel. Enjoy a panoramic vista of National Harbor, the Washington Monument, and other iconic landmarks. This exclusive event offers a unique opportunity to network with SelectUSA guests.

*Participation in this event includes access only to the North Carolina reception and does not need to be added on if you apply for full participation in SelectUSA.

  • Available Spaces: 15

  • All Partners: $250


2G. BIO International

June 16 - 19 // BOSTON, MA

The North Carolina Biotechnology Center strategically organizes events at the BIO International Convention that raises North Carolina’s life sciences profile to this international audience. North Carolina’s presence at BIO 2025 will include an invite-only dinner and pavilion to highlight our state to the more than 20,000 global biotech and pharma leaders gathering to network and discover new technologies, opportunities, and promising partnerships. For more information about this trade show, visit the event website.

Different sponsorship opportunities are available through the NCBiotech Center. If you are interested, please contact Michelle VonCannon for details.”


2H. PARIS AIR SHOW

JuNE 16 - 22 // PARIS, FRANCE

Every two years, the aerospace and aviation industries are invited to the International Paris Air Show to pioneer change, build new connections, engage with thought leaders, and gain access to unparalleled business development opportunities. For more information about this trade show, visit the event website.

EDPNC is discussing format with organizers and internal resources, participation to include either:

A.) Access to the exhibit hall and the EDPNC booth or;

B.) A badge and roundtrip transportation to the Paris Air Show and one-day manufacturing sector roadshow in France.

The Paris Air Show is hosted in odd years and the EDPNC has attended every year since 2017. The last time we exhibited in 2023, our Business Development team returned with 8 leads.

  • Available Spaces: 6

  • Local/County Partners: $5000

  • Regional Partnerships/Service Providers: $5250


2I. IFT First

JUly 13 - 16 // Chicago, IL

IFT First is the largest global food science and innovation expo, where you will meet over 1,000 exhibitors eager to showcase the latest global ingredients, trends, technologies, and products. Experience the excitement of discovering new products firsthand, tasting your way through the show floor, and meeting hundreds of companies excited to share their product. For more information about this trade show, visit the event website.

The EDPNC is returning to this tradeshow for the first time in several years.

*Participation in this event includes access to the exhibit hall and the EDPNC booth.

  • Available Spaces: 7

  • Local/County Partners: $1,800

  • Regional Partnerships/Service Providers: $2,000


2J. RE+25

SEPTEMBER 8 - 11 // Las Vegas, NV

RE+25 is your entry to the latest in solar, energy storage, hydrogen, microgrids, EV charging infrastructure, and wind energy. RE+ is the perfect platform to connect with industry leaders, explore new business opportunities, and gain innovative insights into the clean energy landscape. Find out more by visiting the 2024 event website, as the 2025 website has not been released.

The EDPNC has not exhibited at this show in the past.

*Participation in this event includes access to the exhibit hall and the EDPNC booth.

  • Available Spaces: 7

  • Local/County Partners: $1,800

  • Regional Partnerships/Service Providers: $2,000


2K. The Battery Show North America

OCTOBER 7-9 // DETROIT, MI

The Battery Show provides a global platform to highlight the advances in large scale advanced batteries for electric vehicles, grid support, and alternative energy enhancement. This three-day educational event brings together battery and EV/HEV manufacturers, industry experts, thought leaders, and academics to discuss and help solve your manufacturing, supply chain, and production challenges. Find out more by visiting the 2024 event website as the 2025 website has not been released.

The EDPNC is attending and exhibiting at this show for the first time in October.

*Participation in this event includes access to the exhibit hall and the EDPNC booth.

  • Available Spaces: 7

  • Local/County Partners: $1,800

  • Regional Partnerships/Service Providers: $2,000


2L. CPHI Europe

October 28 - 30 // Frankfurt, Germany

CPHI Europe is acclaimed as the top platform for networking for buyers and suppliers who present products and technology from verified and renowned manufacturers. This show will attract industry leaders, experts, suppliers, and buyers. Visit the 2024 website for more information, as the 2025 website has not been released.

The EDPNC attended in 2023 returning with 17 leads. The Business Development team is attending and exhibiting at this show in October and will report back on the number of leads after the show concludes.

*Participation in this event includes access to the exhibit hall and the EDPNC booth.

  • Available Spaces: 7

  • Local/County Partners: $3,150

  • Regional Partnerships/Service Providers: $3,500


3. hospitality functions

3. hospitality functions

Please join our Business Development and Recruitment teams as we invite site selection consultants and other decision-making influencers to our hospitality events. The Economic Development Partnership of North Carolina has teamed up with the South Carolina Department of Commerce to highlight both Carolinas as excellent places to do business and further strengthen these important business relationships and enhance our recognition in the Southeast.

*Participation fee includes access for one person per organization for the event only. Access to the IAMC conference is not included.


3A. IAMC Spring - CAROLINAS RECEPTION

MARCH 24 // SACRAMENTO, CA

  • Available Spaces: 10

  • Local/County Partners: $1,000

  • Regional Partnerships/Service Providers: $1,250


3B. IAMC Fall - CAROLINAS RECEPTION

OCTOBER 20 // INDIANAPOLIS, IN

  • Available Spaces: 10

  • Local/County Partners: $1,000

  • Regional Partnerships/Service Providers: $1,250


4. cooperative advertising

4. cooperative advertising

4. Print Advertising

Partner with the EDPNC Marketing team as we continue to offer cooperative print advertising in a variety of publications including Site Selection, Area Development, Chief Executive, Business Facilities, and Trade & Industry Development.

We are offering logo placement for up to three partners on a North Carolina ad. The price is $1,000 per partner per ad.

4A. Site Selection

  • March – Governor’s Cups

4B. Area Development

  • Q2 – Gold & Silver Shovel Awards

4C. Chief Executive

  • Spring – Best & Worst States for Business

4D. Business Facilities

  • March/April– Manufacturing

4E. Trade & Industry Development

  • Q1 – America’s Top Sites

  • Q2 – CiCi Awards

 The EDPNC will book space pending adequate funding and interest in each scheduling scenario. We reserve the right to cancel any ad space up until the outlet deadline.


5. COOPERATIVE COVER WRAP

5. COOPERATIVE COVER WRAP

5. COOPERATIVE COVER WRAP

The EDPNC is excited to offer our local partners a chance to feature their brand in a cover wrap for the June 2025 Fortune 500 Issue. This high-visibility placement will position your community directly in front of top business leaders and decision-makers, amplifying your reach and impact to over 14,000 C-Suite recipients. All print ads/pages will be consistent with EDPNC and North Carolina branding accompanied by partner logos. 

We are offering logo placement for up to five partners on a North Carolina ad. The price is $2,000 per partner per ad. Specific creative design and logo placement will be determined by the end of the year.

5. DRONE VIDEOS

5. DRONE VIDEOS

5. DRONE VIDEOS

The EDPNC knows demand for suitable building sites is at an all-time high. To assist you and your organization’s efforts to market your sites for industry growth, the EDPNC can produce a site overview using custom drone footage and animation. Once completed you will receive video files that can be imbedded in your marketing materials (websites, presentations, etc.) and it will be listed on the EDPNC website. As part of the application process, help us understand more about your site by sharing the following information. This opportunity is limited, and this information will help us determine the best sites for this program.

*This opportunity is not limited by the size of your site. We encourage all organizations to apply with their available sites. If you are submitting more than one site, please fill out this form for each site.

  1. Rail served.

  2. Level of due diligence complete to date.

  3. Level of utility service on site

    a.     ____ GPD of water

    b.     ____ GPD of sewer

    c.     ____KW power

    d.     Natural gas – yes or no

  4. What is the current site zoning code? If necessary, is there an opportunity for change?

Available Spaces: 3

Local/County Partners: $5,000

Regional Partnerships/Service Providers: $7,250