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August 22, 2024

» 5:30pm | Networking Reception
» 6:30pm | Dinner and Program

The Kettle Room

329 McGill Ave NW, Concord
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Keynote Speaker

Bill Bullock, Senior Vice President, North Carolina Biotechnology Center (Bio)

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Keynote Speaker

William (Bill) Bullock

Senior Vice President, Economic & Statewide Development
North Carolina Biotechnology Center


Bill leads life sciences economic and statewide development programs for the North Carolina Biotechnology Center (NCBiotech). This includes responsibility for NCBiotech teams focused on life sciences economic development, corporate communications, statewide operations, and focused initiatives.

In his 20-year career at NCBiotech, Bill has led efforts that have contributed to the ongoing growth of NC’s life sciences industry, including the expansion and attraction of over $20 billion in life science company investment and over 20,000 jobs. His teams also support life sciences workforce development including military and veteran outreach, youth engagement, and specialized biomanufacturing programming.

Centerpiece Contest

We’re inviting businesses to create a centerpiece that highlights your products or services that are made here in Cabarrus County!

While centerpieces are on display during the 2024 Economic Development Summit, attendees will have a chance to vote on their favorite one. The company with the top-voted centerpiece will receive a $500 gift card to treat their team to a luncheon!

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