Source: WRAL TECHWIRE, 12/14/20

Tony Copeland, who as secretary of commerce led North Carolina’s efforts to land a series of huge economic development projects from auto plants to Apple and Amazon, is stepping down. Gov. Roy Cooper announced Copeland’s departure on Friday. “Four years ago, we assembled one of the strongest cabinets in the history of North Carolina. I appreciate Tony Copeland’s willingness to join my cabinet and use his excellent skills and experience to help our state grow jobs and boost important programs like job training,” said Cooper in the announcement .

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