Hosts Tushar Chikhliker and Matthew Roberts welcome Jason Giulietti, CEO of the Central SC Alliance, and Dr. Stephen Cutler, Vice President for Economic Development and Dean of the College of Pharmacy at the University of South Carolina, for a special crossover episode of Project Catalyst and Taking the Pulse. Together, they discuss the growth of South Carolina's life sciences ecosystem and the partnerships helping position the state for future investment and innovation. The conversation also explores the role of workforce development and advanced manufacturing in attracting life sciences companies, as well as the impact of the University of South Carolina's BullStreet Health Sciences Campus and new neurological hospital. Tune in for a look at the future of life sciences in South Carolina!

This episode, hosts Tina and Chris welcome Tracy Dodson, Chief Operating Officer and Head of Economic Development at the Charlotte Regional Business Alliance. Tracy shares how the Alliance supports business recruitment, regional growth, and competitiveness across a 15-county region. We also dive into the factors behind the Charlotte region’s momentum in financial services, manufacturing, technology, and foreign direct investment. Tune in to hear Tracy’s insights on workforce development, site readiness, infrastructure needs, and how collaboration is helping strengthen one of the fastest-growing regions in the country.

Hosts Tina Emerson and David Spratley sit down with Brittany Brady, President of the Henderson County Partnership for Economic Development and outgoing President of the North Carolina Economic Development Association (NCEDA). With an impactful career serving her hometown community, Brittany shares her insights on the growth of NCEDA and the priorities shaping economic development across North Carolina. Our conversation explores site development, workforce challenges, the importance of local leadership, and how Western North Carolina has responded and rebuilt following Hurricane Helene. Brittany also shares lessons learned from nearly two decades in economic development and her vision for creating opportunities that benefit future generations. Listen now!