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Agenda
• Review and approve meeting notes from Mtg #15• Discuss potential ready workforce model• Scott Elliott - current workforce readiness initiatives• All – reconcile current with future workforce readiness initiatives• Other topics from task force• Public Comment –Summarized Input• Adjourn
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Review and approve meeting notes from Mtg #15
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Transylvania CountyIndependent Economic Development Task Force
12/4/2013 Mtg 15 Members Present: Bradford Gleasman Harris Higgins Neumann Watkins WhitmireMembers Absent: Bradford Gleasman Harris Higgins Neumann Watkins WhitmireOthers Present: Various members of public, Derek McKissock of Transylvania TimesRecording Secretary: Karen GleasmanITEM DISCUSSION BEYOND SLIDE DECK ACTION Review and approve Mtg Notes 14 Approved Disccussion with J. Goldsmith Detailed notes from the discussion summarized in WORD document starting with prepared questions J Goldsmith Discussion 12_4_13 Full Day 12/6 meeting Reviewed with no additions Decision criteria for EDO decision Reviewed with no additions Other topics from task force members none Public comment through email No input received Email account open: TCIEDTF@gmail.com Adjourn
Tomorrow – one possible vision
Numerous small businesses have been established in Transylvania County to add to successful current businesses.
This has resulted in net job growth and a growing per capita income compared with 2013 data.
Families are thriving and young citizens are finding great reasons to stay or return.
Baby boomers continue to retire here with wonderful outlets to enjoy life and make a difference
Our diverse arts and recreation culture is even better supported with the stronger economy
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Ready Workforce – Intent
• Intent is that we have an inventory of a ready workforce
• So that when while discussing new business opportunities:
we can state with confidence the size and capabilities of a ready workforce
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Ready Workforce – Potential Investment in and by under-employed citizensRefreshed set of experiences for resume:
◦ Certified: math, computer, writing, technical skills (taught by volunteers and/or newly certified TA’s from the under-employed community)
◦ Internships: paid or unpaid (requires opportunities to be made available by existing companies)
Basics: current drug-tests, interview skills, resume writing, work expectations
Consolidates other needs from current and new businessesRequires: investment to develop program, testing, child care,
transportation…etc.
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Scott Elliott Comment
• Assistant Superintendent of Transylvania County SchoolsCareer and Technical Education (vocational) programs
• Blue Ridge Community College Board of TrusteesChair of curriculum committee
• Current board president of VISION Transylvania
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Public Comment – summarized input
• Please send public comment to:o email address: TCIEDTF@gmail.com or
• Or provide in writing prior to or after each meeting.• New email will be accessible to all task force members• Karen Gleasman will ensure written comments are passed on to all
task force members
No input received last week
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Roadmap to complete 3 tasks
TASK #1 TASK #3Recommend TC EDO ID Target IndustriesOrg Structure Prelim Marketing Plan
Debate Pros/ConsAlternatives
Develop AlternativeStructures
Study J. Goldsmith Analyze Agency TASK #2EDO Construct Data Develop Mission/Vision
Brand for TC EDOModify J. Goldsmith Develop decisionEDO Approach criteria
Modify TC Assets Review AgencyChallenges Data
Review J. Goldsmith Collect Agency Prep for AgencyReport Data Data Collection
Have brainstormed list of 27 targeted industries
Reviewed and modified:TC AssetsTC ChallengesTargeted companies profileApproach to econ developmentBrandingMarketing
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Mission statements
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MissionCOC The Brevard/Transylvania Chamber of Commerce shall promote the economic well
being of the local business community and be a catalyst for the collaboration of businesses, local government, civic and community organizations in order to enhance the quality of life for its residents.
TP To promote diversified industries and mfg establishments within Transylvania County, rendering financial and/or other assistance, acquiring real or personal property as needed, to make contracts, serve as Certified Development Company under SBA, and to act in conjuction with TCED Commission for betterment of trade area of TC
EDAB Advisory board to county commissioners in developing and carrying out effective Economic Development Program
HOB Non-profit organization whose purpose is to maintain a vital downtown. Revitalization is done through design, economic restructuring, promotion, and organization
TDA commissioned by the Legislature and our Commissioners in 1986, to work on travel and tourism in our county
TCOPED Actively support a diverse mixture of existing and new businesses in order to retain and create new jobs, increase the tax base, and promote as
Brevard The mission of the City of Brevard is to promote a high quality of life, support economic prosperity, and cultivate community while honoring its heritage and culture.
Targeted completion date – after upgrade• Oct 23, 2013: propose process to analyze agency data• Oct 30, 2013: finalize process to analyze agency data (retreats?)• October 31, 2013: most all agency input received• November (with holidays): analyze data• December: propose/evaluate organization construct alternatives• End of January: Interim report to community – Brand, mission, vision,
brainstormed list of targeted businesses, and EDO construct(s) • Feb 12 – finalize org construct, brand, mission, vision • March – Select targeted businesses, develop initial marketing plan• March – Final report prepared/presented to community and commissioners
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Definition of Economic Development
“Economic development is a process by which a community creates, retains, and reinvests wealth, and improves the quality of life.”
David Dodson, MDC Inc, Chapel Hill, NC
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Targeted industry brainstormed list 10/9/2013
Goldsmith Industries
Industries Industries Industries Target Company Profile
Nutraceuticals Aerospace industry parts Cut & Sew Medical care recoveryRev range: $50K - $50M
Outdoor Recreation Equipment Composites 3D Printing
Number of employees: 1-150
Food and Beverage
Consider methods of mfg: e.g. precision maching, web based
Environmental industries, e.g. recycled matls -> t-shirts
Retention/expansion of current businesses
Automotive Parts Brevard College BRCCQuality of place is big draw
Sports, Health, and Wellness Bamboo CampsPotential for above average pay
Solo Worker Destination spa Medical equipment
Tourism Destination health club Labs e.g. biomedical
Research lab: e.g. farm/agri Build musical instruments
Food processing, e.g. apples More movies hereArtisanal agriculture, e.g. mustards, Do More bars Music recording studios
Expansion of TVS EventsParts/supplies for existing comp., e.g. cans for OSKAR BLUES Continuing careMore like Everett Farms, Busy Bee
NOT in conflict with quality of place
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