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The Chamber's new CEO will serve as the "face" of the Chamber and build partnerships and alliances with a broad range of constituencies, including the Chamber's Board of Directors, government officials and business leaders from around North Carolina and, when appropriate, beyond. This seasoned, well-respected executive will provide visionary leadership for the Chamber and drive continuous improvement initiatives to reinforce North Carolina's position as one of the best places to do business and live in the world.

On Tuesday, May 16, 25 high school students were awarded Accelerate Greater Charleston Scholarships. The Scholarship, funded through the AGC Campaign, provides funding for up to two years at Trident Technical College to study in one of the region's highest demand career sectors. See also 2018 Chamber of the Year Synopsis #1, Bridging the Talent Gap.

Career Academies are innovative, career focused learning communities within high schools designed to thrill and excite students about their future. Academies provide continuous active support to ensure that every graduating senior is career-and/or college-ready. Career Academy Partners are presented with this manual to guide their experience. See also 2018 Chamber of the Year Synopsis #1, Bridging the Talent Gap.

Career Academies are innovative, career focused learning communities within high schools designed to thrill and excite students about their future. Academies provide continuous active support to ensure that every graduating senior is career-and/or college-ready. See also 2018 Chamber of the Year Synopsis #1, Bridging the Talent Gap.

The Common Skills report outlines the core expectation for an entry-level position within a particular career cluster and determines both the specific academic skills and the performance level of those skills requested for "readiness" in those jobs. This condensed version of the report was created to more easily communicate the effort. See also 2018 Chamber of the Year Synopsis #1, Bridging the Talent Gap.

Career Academies are career-themed schools within high schools, where the learning environment reflects the atmosphere and expectations of the 21st century workplace. See also 2018 Chamber of the Year Synopsis #1, Bridging the Talent Gap.

Provides a five-year update on Career Academies and the Chamber’s talent efforts. See also 2018 Chamber of the Year Synopsis #1, Bridging the Talent Gap.

A leading-edge, Engineering Youth Apprenticeship Program for Charleston area high school students was announced on November 15, with aspirations of becoming a national model utilized throughout the country. The program will connect high school students to high-demand engineering careers while creating a pipeline of skilled talent to fill employers' job opportunities. See also 2018 Chamber of the Year Synopsis #1, Bridging the Talent Gap.

Multiyear project plan for developing a highly educated and technically skilled workforce in order to successfully grow and expand the economy of the region. See also 2018 Chamber of the Year Synopsis #1, Bridging the Talent Gap.

Seeks to answer the question, "What potential gaps exist between the graduate output of local educational institutions and the skills demanded by employers?" See also 2018 Chamber of the Year Synopsis #1, Bridging the Talent Gap.