ABOUT
THE FORWARD CONFERENCE
The FORWARD Conference is an opportunity to look ahead at a snapshot of the regional economic outlook and communication about the obstacles we are facing as a community and our plan to address them. ​
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We will dive into discussions with experts regarding the opportunities and threats that exist on the horizon for every person who holds a vested interest in the future of Wayne County.
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This gathering represents the single best opportunity throughout the year to calibrate your own expectations for your business and organization, but also discover how we might collectively position Wayne County to be as competitive as possible in the next decade.
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EVENT AGENDA :
We are excited to host meaningful conversation about the region's economic development which will be led by valuable individuals in our local community!
Below you will find information regarding our sessions and speakers :
Registration / Check-In - 8:30am
Coffee and refreshments will be available.
Welcome
Scott Satterfield
President/CEO - Wayne County Chamber of Commerce
"The Economic Outlook of Wayne County"
Keynote Speaker - Session 1 :
Joseph Mengedoth
Regional Economist - Richmond Federal Reserve
Panel Discussion - Moderated by Scott Satterfield
The panelists are :
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County Manager, Mr. Chip Crumpler
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Interim City Manager, Matthew Livingston
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President of the Wayne County Development Alliance, Mr. Craig Foucht
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Division 4 Engineer for the North Carolina Department of Transportation, Mr. Keith Eason
Break
"Talent Pipelines - The Future of Wayne County"
Keynote Speaker, Session 2 :
Vincent Ginski
Director of Workforce Competitiveness - NC Chamber
Panel Discussion - Moderated by Kate Daniels
The panelists are :
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Superintendent, Dr. Marc Whichard, Wayne County Public Schools
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Executive Director of Apprenticeships and Career Development, Ms. Kristie Sauls, Wayne Community College
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President, Dr. Patricia Pfeiffer, Wayne Community College
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Human Resource Director, Mr. Mark Bryan, Atlantic Casualty Insurance Company
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Director of the Lois G. Britt Agribusiness Center, Edward Olive, University of Mount Olive
Lunch
"Healthcare in a Rural Community"
Keynote Speaker, Session 3 :
Dr. Jessie Tucker
Chief Executive Officer, UNC Health Wayne
"Public Safety in the Community of Goldsboro"
Keynote Speaker, Session 3 :
Michael West
Chief of Police, Goldsboro Police Department
"Choice Neighborhoods : A Generational Opportunity for the Wayne County Economy"
Keynote Speaker, Session 3 :
Anthony Goodson
Chief Executive Officer, The Housing Authority of the City of Goldsboro
Panel Discussion - Moderated by Liza Govan
The panelists are :
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Chief Executive Officer, Dr. Jessie Tucker, UNC Health Wayne
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Chief of Police, Michael West, Goldsboro Police Department
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Chief Executive Officer, Anthony Goodson, The Housing Authority of the City of Goldsboro
Closing Message - Scott Satterfield
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