2025 Triangle Regional Networking Luncheon, presented by Duke Energy


Hilton Raleigh North Hills
3415 Wake Forest Road
Raleigh, NC 27609

Thursday, December 4, 2025 (12:00 PM - 1:30 PM) (EST)

Pricing

Members - $50
Non-Members - $100
Student Members - $10

Event Details

What's Ahead for 2026: Priorities, Partnerships, and Progress

Mark your calendars for December 4 and join us for the NCEDA Annual Triangle Regional Holiday Networking Luncheon! This signature event is a wonderful way to wrap up the year - connecting with fellow members, sharing holiday cheer, and celebrating the successes of 2025.

In addition to great networking and a festive atmosphere, we’re thrilled to welcome Chris Chung from the EDPNC and Susan Fleetwood from the NC Department of Commerce for an engaging, in-depth conversation on North Carolina’s economic development landscape. They’ll discuss current priorities, the collaborative efforts driving growth across the state, and emerging opportunities for 2026 and beyond.

Don’t miss this opportunity to connect, learn, and celebrate with your NCEDA colleagues at one of our most anticipated events of the year!

NCEDA has reserved a small block of rooms at the Hilton North Hills - the same location as the luncheon - for the nights of December 3 and 4. The special NCEDA rate is $169 per night, and the room block will close on Friday, November 7. Click HERE to make a reservation!


Showcase Your Support – Be a Luncheon Sponsor!

Put your brand in front of economic development leaders from across the state. Sponsorship for this luncheon is a high-visibility opportunity to demonstrate your commitment to North Carolina’s economic growth while connecting with key decision-makers in a relaxed, engaging setting. Interested? Contact Liz Dobbins-Smith to learn more or secure your sponsorship today!

GOLD SPONSOR • $1,000
Benefits:

  • Three complimentary luncheon registrations
  • Company logo on event registration webpage and all event materials and signage
  • Verbal recognition from the podium

SILVER SPONSOR • $750
Benefits:

PROGRAM SPONSOR • $500
Benefits:

  • One complimentary luncheon registration
  • Company name on event registration webpage and all event materials and signage
  • Verbal recognition from the podium

A big thank you to these amazing sponsors who are already on board – 
we appreciate your support!


Registered Guests(46)

Jennifer Allen
Barbara Belicic
Jenn Bosser
Brittany Brady
Jane Brasier
Hunter Burnette
Steven Carson
Trey Cash
Andy Coe
Michael Cole Sr.
Emilee Collins
Denise Desatnick
Timothy Downs
Ann Fitts
Jake Fritz
Dan Gerlach
Andy Greenberg
Natalie Hawkins
Joanna Helms
Kathleen Henry
John Holden
Randall Johnson
James Joyner
Rick Kiernan
Debbie Kiss Gilbert
Andrew Kite
Sheila Knight
Colleen Merays
Mason Morton
Shanta Morton
Elisabeth Muehlemann
Ryan Nance
Kevin O'Dell
Julie Pruett
Jimmy Randolph
Bailey Robertson
Laura Rowley
Shannon Sapp
Bruce Sheldon
Joe Starr
Andrew Tate
Katherine Thomas
Brittany Tschida Odom
Todd Tucker
Robert Van Geons
Michelle Voyles
Additional Information
Event Contact:
Torsha Eubanks
Contact Organization:
NCEDA
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