News and Noteworthy
Here’s What Local Leaders Say About the Milken Ranking
Following Milken's ranking of Raleigh, North Carolina, as the number one “Best Performing Large City,” local leaders share insight into why Raleigh is truly a high-performance city.
Milken Institue: Raleigh is the #1 Best Performing Large City
Milken Institute: Raleigh, NC, becomes the best-performing large metropolitan area for the first time in over 10 years.
Best Business Climate & Headquarter Hotspot
It’s well-known that North Carolina is one of the best places in the country to do business—Site Selection magazine’s annual survey named it the second-best state for business. Here’s why.
Ranked: The U.S. Cities with the Best Quality of Life
Business Insider recently published a list of U.S. cities offering the best quality of life for 2024-2025. The rankings highlight cities providing residents with excellent amenities, outdoor activities, and livability.
CoStar Insight: Fastest-Growing Economies in the Country
CoStar Insight reports Raleigh is at the heart of this growth, rising one spot among the largest economies in the U.S. with a 9.5% GDP growth rate.
Office Market Trends and Insights
Highwoods Properties, located in Raleigh, NC, shares insights and trends for the office market.
What's up with the Office Market?
In early December, Wake County Economic Development hosted the first EDGE 7 investor meeting, which featured a presentation by Ted Klinck, the CEO of Highwoods Properties.
CBRE Report: Tech-30 2024
The latest CBRE Tech-30 report covers office markets related to the tech industry across the U.S. How does Raleigh compare?
The secret is out: Raleigh’s Office Scene is Among the Best in the U.S.
The secret is out: Raleigh’s office scene is among the best in the U.S.
East Coast Made Easy
Travel & Leisure calls Raleigh “This City Offers the Best Quality of Life on the U.S. East Coast,” noting its steady population growth and ranking as the sixth best place to live in America.
RED Welcomes Weatherby Healthcare to Raleigh
Weatherby Healthcare, a CHG Company, announced today that it plans to invest more than $7 million and create 148 new jobs in Raleigh, North Carolina. With this expansion, the company adds a new business unit to its North Carolina presence while retaining 374 employees in the market.
CNBC Covers the Rise of the Triangle
North Carolina’s Research Triangle has rapidly emerged as one of the nation’s leading tech hubs.
Top Tech Talent Town
According to a new report, the Triangle's tech talent pool and job market are expanding rapidly.
NYC Trip Recap: “Flight to Experience”
RED’s annual trip to NYC included meetings and networking for executive director Kyle Touchstone and assistant executive director for Wake County Economic Development Ashley Cagle.
Forbes: Most Educated Cities And Where Did Raleigh Rank?
It should not be surprising that Raleigh, NC, is one of the most educated cities in the U.S. According to Forbes.
Top 5: Best Places for Quality of Life in the U.S.
Top 5: Raleigh, along with neighboring Durham and Chapel Hill, is known for its research/technology roots and collegiate rivalries. This tri-city region known as the Triangle lures new residents every day with strong job growth and a high quality of life.
WRAL: Jewelry insurance company plans to add 200 high-paying jobs in Raleigh
Jewelers Mutual Group plans to add 200 high-paying jobs in Raleigh and occupy significant office space in North Hills.
Business Facilities 20th Annual Rankings Report
The Business Facilities 2024 State Rankings feature over 20 categories crucial for corporate relocation and expansion decisions. How did North Carolina do?