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118: Wilkesboro Unveiled: A Deep Dive into Economic Evolution with LeeAnn Nixon
In this episode of the Econ Dev Show, host Dane Carlson converses with LeeAnn Nixon, President of Wilkes Economic Development, about the diverse economic landscape of Wilkesboro, North Carolina.
Nixon discusses the area's key industries, including building and food and beverage, its rich agricultural heritage producing country ham and apple cider, and the growing emphasis on technology and cybersecurity.
The episode offers a comprehensive view of Wilkesboro's efforts to adapt to changing economic trends and the importance of community collaboration for sustainable development.
Like this show? Please leave us a review here — even one sentence helps!
Special Guest: LeeAnn Nixon.
Sponsored By:
- KathodeRay Media, Inc.: 
[KathodeRay](https://kathoderay.com) is a full-service marketing agency that connects government organizations to their community. This small (but mighty) woman owned and operated marketing agency can help your community thrive. They use tried and true methods that will connect your organization to your residents using social, digital and traditional media. [https://kathoderay.com](https://kathoderay.com)
Links:
- LeeAnn Nixon | LinkedIn
- Wilkes Economic Development Corporation: Overview | LinkedIn
- Wilkes EDC | Start Your Adventure In Wilkes County
- Annual Report 2022-23 by WilkesEDC — Annual Report 2022-23
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By Dane Carlson
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In this episode of the Econ Dev Show, host Dane Carlson converses with LeeAnn Nixon, President of Wilkes Economic Development, about the diverse economic landscape of Wilkesboro, North Carolina.
Nixon discusses the area's key industries, including building and food and beverage, its rich agricultural heritage producing country ham and apple cider, and the growing emphasis on technology and cybersecurity.
The episode offers a comprehensive view of Wilkesboro's efforts to adapt to changing economic trends and the importance of community collaboration for sustainable development.
Like this show? Please leave us a review here — even one sentence helps!
Special Guest: LeeAnn Nixon.
Sponsored By:
- KathodeRay Media, Inc.: 
[KathodeRay](https://kathoderay.com) is a full-service marketing agency that connects government organizations to their community. This small (but mighty) woman owned and operated marketing agency can help your community thrive. They use tried and true methods that will connect your organization to your residents using social, digital and traditional media. [https://kathoderay.com](https://kathoderay.com)
Links:
- LeeAnn Nixon | LinkedIn
- Wilkes Economic Development Corporation: Overview | LinkedIn
- Wilkes EDC | Start Your Adventure In Wilkes County
- Annual Report 2022-23 by WilkesEDC — Annual Report 2022-23
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