2018 – 2019 LNC Alumni Reception Events Calendar
Each LNC program session includes a Tuesday evening reception open to all LNC alumni. This is a great opportunity to stay connected with your classmates; meet the current participants; engage with other LNC alumni, session presenters, community leaders, elected officials, and friends of LNC; and introduce prospective participants to the program. Check the list of session reception locations to see when LNC will be near you.
Advance RSVPs are required. If you have questions about a reception or would like to bring a prospective applicant as a guest, please email rsvp@leadershipnc.org.
Join LNC alumni and friends of LNC for a look into the economic development progress and plans behind the new Mega Site in Person County.
- How does economic development in rural NC counties differ from urban counties?
- How do economic development projects broaden the state’s strategies to attract companies to invest in NC?
- How does local infrastructure come into play?
These questions and others will be answered during this event – all while having the opportunity to connect and reconnect with LNC. We believe that creating opportunities for folks to share a meal, learn something new, and strengthen their networks is key in launching NC forward. Join us for these conversations.
Agenda
9:30 – 10:00 am: Registration and Networking
10:00 – 11:00 am: Discussion – What is the Mega Site? How is it developed?
11:00 – 11:45 am: Prospective Site Selector Tour of Person County
11:45 – 12:30 pm: Lunch with Local Economic Development Overview
12:30 – 1:00 pm: Q&A and Networking
Speakers
- John Nelms – Senior Economic Development Manager – Duke Energy
- Pamela Senegal – President – Piedmont Community College
- Sherry Wilborn – Interim Director – Person County Economic Development
- Heidi York – County Manager – Person County
Lead Event Sponsor
CLASS XXVI ENVIRONMENT SESSION RECEPTION – PARKING AND DIRECTIONS
Vanderbilt Room, Inn on Biltmore Estate
Tuesday, April 2, 2019
5:30 – 7:00pm
By Invitation
Business Casual
RSVP by March 25, 2019: rsvp@leadershipnc.org
GPS Friendly Address:
One Lodge Street – Main Estate Entrance
Guests should proceed through the Biltmore gates and let the guards know they are attending the Leadership North Carolina function at the Inn. Guards will direct guests to the Inn, a 10-15 minute drive from the main entrance. There is no charge to enter the Estate to attend the reception. Reception attendance does not include access to other portions of the Estate, including the Biltmore House.
Parking:
Free parking is available in front of the Inn.
Join LNC alumni and friends of LNC for a look into the NC Film Industry as we tour the Screen Gems Studio.
- What is the history of the film industry in NC?
- What ongoing/planned projects are in the works?
- What are the opportunities and challenges facing the industry as it grows?
- How can we, as leaders in NC, help?
These questions and others will be answered during this event – all while having the opportunity to connect and reconnect with LNC. We believe that creating opportunities for folks to share a meal, learn something new, and strengthen their networks is key in launching NC forward. Join us for these conversations.
Agenda
11:00 – 11:30 am: Registration and Networking
11:30 – 12:00 pm: Tour of Main Studio Building
12:00 – 12:30 pm: Lunch with a Local Welcome Presentation
12:30 – 1:30 pm: Presentation on History of NC’s Film Industry – Past, Present, and Future
1:30 – 2:00 pm: Q&A and Networking
Speakers
- Natalie English – President and CEO – Wilmington Chamber of Commerce
- Johnny Griffin – Director – Wilmington Regional Film Commission, Inc.
- Bill Vassar – Executive Vice President – Screen Gems
CLASS XXVI GRADUATION AND AWARDS CEREMONY – PARKING AND DIRECTIONS
Old House Chamber, North Carolina State Capitol
Thursday, May 9, 2019
4:00 pm (3:45 pm arrival recommended)
Reception Immediately Following
By Invitation
Business Casual
RSVP by April 29, 2019: rsvp@leadershipnc.org
GPS Friendly Address:
1 East Edenton Street (Corner of Wilmington and Edenton Streets)
Parking:
Outdoor parking is available in a pay lot with access from Edenton Street (between Blount and Wilmington) and Jones Street (between Blount and Wilmington). Two-hour metered street parking is also available around the Capitol. Slots are free after 5:00 pm. If these spaces are full, use the Alexander Square parking deck on the south side of the Capitol (see map).
Alexander Square Parking Deck: 120 South Wilmington Street. Once parked, exit the deck and walk one block north. Cross West Morgan Street to reach the Capitol grounds. Enter the Capitol from the east entrance (facing Wilmington Street). CASH ONLY.
